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Sensory-Friendly Polar Express Train Rides at St. Louis Union Station

When

Monday, November 23, 2026    
All Day
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Where

St. Louis Union Station
201 S. 18th St., St. Louis, MO 63103, Missouri, 63103

Event Type

The Polar Express train ride at St. Louis Union Station will provide two days of sensory-friendly fun this holiday season

Head to the North Pole on the St. Louis Union Station Polar Express!

Sensory-friendly rides will be available on the Grand Rapids and Northern Lights cars at 4:30 p.m., 6 p.m., and 7:15 p.m. on:

  • Monday, Nov. 23
  • Tuesday, Dec. 1

This magical holiday event will include:

  • Reading “The Polar Express” book
  • Singing and dancing with chefs serving hot chocolate and cookies
  • Traveling to the North Pole, where Santa will board the train
  • Joining in Christmas carols on the way back to Union Station

Sensory-friendly experiences will feature:

  • Lower light and music levels
  • Quieter character interactions
  • Extra understanding and care when interacting with individuals

Ticket prices range from $19.99 to $115 per person, depending on options. Children 2 and under are free on a lap and do not require a paid ticket.

Visit the St. Louis Union Station Polar Express website for more details and to buy tickets.

For accessible seating,  please call (314) 942-6942 for help buying your tickets.