09/08/2026
🎄 Okay, we know it’s only September…but Christmas will be here before you know it! 👀
If a Polar Express ride, Christmas trolley, or horse-drawn carriage ride sounds like the perfect holiday tradition for your family, save this! 🚂✨
We rounded up the family-friendly holiday rides happening around Chicagoland this winter:
🎅 Polar Express train rides
🚋 Christmas trolley rides
🐴 Horse-drawn carriage rides
✨ Santa, cocoa, cookies, caroling & more
Some experiences are already booking, so this is one you’ll want to save now and come back to when you’re ready to make your holiday plans!
And if you’re looking for even MORE Christmas magic…✨
🎅 Check out the Magical Santa Experience by Pixels by Emily Donohoe in Mahomet, IL. This private 60-minute experience brings Santa’s Workshop to life with twinkling lights, toys, treats, Christmas music, special traditions and meaningful time with Santa. Plus, beautiful Norman Rockwell-inspired portraits to capture the magic.
📍 704 E Franklin Street, Mahomet, IL
📅 Select dates Oct. 18–Dec. 19
Unlock all the details in our Polar Express guide! 👇
https://mykidlist.com/polar-express/