North Pole Express
Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum 1919 9th St, Calera“All Aboard!”, calls the conductor, and your family's magical journey to the beautiful North Pole begins!
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“All Aboard!”, calls the conductor, and your family's magical journey to the beautiful North Pole begins!
Through the dark night, the North Pole Express makes its way by starlight to the top of the world. On the way, you'll listen to a whimsical Christmas story, sing your favorite holiday carols, and watch out the windows for the bright lights of the North Pole to appear. Departure times are 5:00, 6:30, and 8:00 pm.
Visitors will have the opportunity to eat, drink, and be merry at the American Village, experience vignettes of 18th century life with costumed historical interpreters, and see beautiful Christmas decorations adorning the 188-acre campus and its more than 20 historically-inspired buildings. This annual Christmas event is usually a sellout, so reserve your seats early! The cost is $40 per person, and includes lunch, a guided tour through the vignettes, and extra time to explore the Village on our own.