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The Colorado Railroad Museum runs The Polar Express for the 2026 holiday season from Golden, CO. The published season window is November 6 – December 23, 2026. Tickets are listed at $72.00–$475.00 per seat depending on coach class and travel night. On-sale date: September 29, 2026. The most-requested weekend dates routinely sell out within days, so booking the moment seats open is the difference between getting your first-choice night and watching it scroll past.
2026 dates
November 6 – December 23, 2026
🎟 Tickets on sale September 29, 2026 (museum-member presale opens September 22)
Tickets & Pricing
Tickets typically run Standard: $80/person ages 2-15, $100/person ages 16+; Premium $475 per table of four (2025 rates).
Tickets usually go on sale in September (public on-sale Sept 29, 2026; members early access Sept 22, 2026).
Ways to save
- •10% off all performances before Thanksgiving
- •museum members get early/discounted access
Pricing and discounts are published by Colorado Railroad Museumand subject to change — confirm on the operator's site before booking.
Where to stay
Bookings through this map support usatrainrides at no extra cost.
Frequently asked
When does Colorado Railroad Museum run The Polar Express in 2026?↓
Colorado Railroad Museum runs The Polar Express November 6 – December 23, 2026. Trains depart from Golden, CO.
How much do Polar Express tickets at Colorado Railroad Museum cost?↓
Ticket prices for 2026 are listed at $72.00 - $475.00, varying by coach class and weekend vs. weekday departures.
When do tickets go on sale?↓
Tickets for the 2026 season go on sale September 29, 2026. The most-popular weekend nights routinely sell out within hours of release.
Are there any Polar Express discounts at Colorado Railroad Museum?↓
Colorado Railroad Museum doesn't publish a Polar Express discount for 2026. Some operators offer quiet presale windows for past riders or season-pass holders — joining the email list is the most reliable way to catch one.
Where does the train depart from?↓
Trains depart from Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden, CO. See the operator's full schedule and route detail on the linked railroad page.
Keep exploring
Year-round schedule, equipment, and visitor info live on the operator's full page.