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The RAILTOWN 1897 State Historic Park runs The Polar Express for the 2026 holiday season from Jamestown, CA. The full 2026 calendar isn't published yet — the railroad updates it each summer. 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.
🎟 Tickets typically go on sale in late summer — check back or visit the operator's site.
Tickets & Pricing
Tickets typically run Excursion rides (not Polar-specific): Adult $23, Youth (6-17) $18, under 5 free.
Ways to save
- •Members ride free or at reduced cost based on membership level
Pricing and discounts are published by RAILTOWN 1897 State Historic Parkand 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 RAILTOWN 1897 State Historic Park run The Polar Express in 2026?↓
The 2026 season schedule isn't published yet. RAILTOWN 1897 State Historic Park typically updates its Polar Express calendar in late spring or summer for the November–December run.
How much do Polar Express tickets at RAILTOWN 1897 State Historic Park cost?↓
The 2026 prices aren't published yet for RAILTOWN 1897 State Historic Park. Most North American Polar Express operators land in the $35–$95 per-seat range depending on coach class.
When do tickets go on sale?↓
RAILTOWN 1897 State Historic Park hasn't announced an on-sale date for 2026. Most operators release tickets in spring for the November–December run; sign up for the railroad's email list to be notified.
Are there any Polar Express discounts at RAILTOWN 1897 State Historic Park?↓
Yes — RAILTOWN 1897 State Historic Park's 2026 page mentions TBA discounts. Bring valid ID to the station to redeem.
Where does the train depart from?↓
Trains depart from RAILTOWN 1897 State Historic Park in Jamestown, CA. 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.