The weather is getting chillier by the day in parts of the state and some people are even starting to get into the holiday spirit. If you are looking for a magical way to bring on Christmas in your household, you might want to consider leaving the house for one special train ride. Your kids can change into their favorite pajamas, enjoy sweet treats, watch live entertainment, and even meet the big guy himself, Santa. Check out the Polar Express train ride in Arizona for the ultimate holiday extravaganza.

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This Polar Express train ride in Arizona is hosted by Grand Canyon Railway, located in Williams. Rides start at $25 for children and $35 for adults. Details on pricing and booking a trip can be found on their website, www.thetrain.com.

Not sure you want to sit on a train with a ton of children fawning over Santa? You can enjoy another train ride in a reasonably quieter environment with the Verde Canyon Railroad. Read up on the ride in Take This Fall Foliage Tran Ride Through Arizona For A One-Of-A-Kind Experience.

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What other Christmas train rides can I take in Arizona?

Climbing aboard a Christmas train in Arizona is the ultimate holiday experience for the whole family. Outside of taking the Polar Express train ride from Grand Canyon Railway, there are a few other Christmas trains to check out this upcoming season. For example, the Verde Canyon Railroad will become a magical journey to the North Pole that the whole family will love. Enjoy Christmas carols and tons of holiday decor as you sit with Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, and his elves aboard this old fashioned train.

What are the best holiday events in Arizona for families?

Beyond the North Pole train in Arizona, there are plenty of other family-friendly holiday events to check out when December rolls around. No matter where you live in the state, there will always be a Christmas event in Arizona that the kids will talk about for years to come. A few of the best family-friendly holiday events in Arizona include Christmas at the Princess, ZooLights in Phoenix, Glendale Glitters Spectacular, Las Noches Luminarias, and the Festival of Lights at London Bridge. Some of these events require tickets in advance so make sure to prepare before your visit!

Where can I see the best Christmas light displays in Arizona?

Sometimes the simplest way to feel festive in Arizona is by hopping in the car with the family and a cup of cocoa and exploring the holiday decorations throughout your city. Arizona has quite a few holiday light displays that are worth checking out, some with thousands of glittering holiday lights each year. Many of the light displays are from Arizona residents who light up their homes, but a few other holiday displays to check out include the displays in Arizona’s “Christmas City” or Prescott, the annual Winterhaven Festival of Lights in Tucson, and Tohono Chul Park in Tucson.

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