Tickets are now on sale for THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride which steams into Historic Birmingham Moor Street Station this Christmas
The Grade II listed station, first opened by the Great Western Railway in 1909 and known for its carefully restored 1930s-style character, will become the starting point for an unforgettable festive journey towards the North Pole between 22nd November and 23rd December 2026.
The central Birmingham location gives everyone the perfect excuse to make a full festive day of it, with the city’s Christmas markets, seasonal food and drink, shops, restaurants and attractions all within easy reach of the station.
Passengers are encouraged to arrive in their pyjamas and step straight into the adventure, taking their seats in cosy, lantern-lit carriages as THE POLAR EXPRESS™ story unfolds around them through memorable scenes and well-known characters from the film.
Excitement builds on the platform as families wait to board THE POLAR EXPRESS™, before the journey continues with dancing chefs, the conductor’s famous golden-ticket punch and the first gift of Christmas from Father Christmas: a silver sleigh bell for those who believe.
Presented by PNP Events in partnership with Birmingham Moor Street, Rail Events Inc. and Warner Bros., this official theatrical production recreates the film’s festive energy through live performers, storytelling, singing, dancing as everyone enjoys a hot chocolate and delicious cookie at their table.
Visitors can also choose from a range of convenient parking options nearby.
Popular departures sell out quickly, so early booking is recommended.
Ticket options
Classic tickets: Heritage carriage seating behind a real steam locomotive, with hot chocolate and a cookie, a souvenir golden ticket at check-in and a silver sleigh bell from Father Christmas.
First Class tickets: First Class seating around tables of four and two, including everything in Classic plus an exclusive 2026 POLAR EXPRESS™ ceramic mug, a gift bag per table and fewer seats per carriage.
Tickets and booking: https://birminghamthepolarexpressride.com
Supporting the Cairngorm Reindeer Herd
PNP Events will again support the Cairngorm Reindeer Herd, donating 5p from each biodegradable carrier bag sold in the on-site shops to help maintain Britain’s only free-ranging herd of reindeer in the Cairngorm mountains in Scotland.
Location: Birmingham Moor Street, Moor Street Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands B4 7UL.
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