Christmastime wouldn’t feel quite complete without a holiday train ride. This time of year imparts a certain magic that locomotives only amplify with their whimsical nostalgia. Presented by LS Church, the Christmas Train has been Alvin’s premier holiday attraction for two decades. The ride features thousands of dazzling lights and displays, and there’s more festive fun to be had after you get off the train.
At Victory Camp in Alvin, the holiday season can only mean one thing: it’s time for the Christmas Train to roll out of the station once again.
Facebook/The Christmas Train This open-air train ride through thousands of holiday lights and festive displays is a beloved Christmastime tradition for many Houston-area families.
Surrounding the gorgeous Lake Arial, the lights are truly something to marvel at.
Facebook/The Christmas Train Everything from nativity scenes to gingerbread men promises to put a twinkle in the eye of kids one to ninety-two. Fun fact: you’ll pass by nearly 280 trees wrapped in lights from trunk to tip!
Excitement starts to grow as you climb aboard and marvel at the Christmas magic everywhere you look.
thechristmastrain.com Your eyes won’t quite know where to look as the train chugs ever-further along the tracks.
And you’re off! Round the lake you’ll ride, underneath tunnels and through the most whimsical scenes of holiday cheer imaginable.
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Both on and off the train, family photo-ops abound.
Facebook/The Christmas Train You’ll definitely want to snap a few pictures to remember the experience by.
The fun doesn’t stop after the train has returned to the station.
Facebook/The Christmas Train From the Great Elf Show to photos with Santa to a general store offering ornaments, stuffed animals, and Christmas train apparel, there’s enough festive fun to keep the whole family entertained until closing time.
Visitors can indulge in an array of food and beverage options, including the world-famous deep dish pizza from Big Al’s.
Facebook/The Christmas Train Either dine indoors, or grab a seat on the spacious patio surrounded by glittering lights galore. Other snacks and drinks include hot cocoa, coffee, cookies, popcorn, cotton candy, and more.
Tickets for the Christmas Train are $10 each when you purchase online (with select time slots just $8) or $12 at the door.
Facebook/The Christmas Train Children two and under ride free. The departure schedule is as follows: December 4-5, 10-12, and 14-23 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Hours are extended to 10 p.m. on December 4-5, 11-12, and 18-23.
Visit the attraction’s website or Facebook page to learn more, including about the safety precautions being taken in light of the pandemic.
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This open-air train ride through thousands of holiday lights and festive displays is a beloved Christmastime tradition for many Houston-area families.
Everything from nativity scenes to gingerbread men promises to put a twinkle in the eye of kids one to ninety-two. Fun fact: you’ll pass by nearly 280 trees wrapped in lights from trunk to tip!
thechristmastrain.com
Your eyes won’t quite know where to look as the train chugs ever-further along the tracks.
You’ll definitely want to snap a few pictures to remember the experience by.
From the Great Elf Show to photos with Santa to a general store offering ornaments, stuffed animals, and Christmas train apparel, there’s enough festive fun to keep the whole family entertained until closing time.
Either dine indoors, or grab a seat on the spacious patio surrounded by glittering lights galore. Other snacks and drinks include hot cocoa, coffee, cookies, popcorn, cotton candy, and more.
Children two and under ride free. The departure schedule is as follows: December 4-5, 10-12, and 14-23 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Hours are extended to 10 p.m. on December 4-5, 11-12, and 18-23.
Have you ever taken a ride on the Christmas Train? If so, tell us all about your experience in the comments! For more family-friendly festive fun, check out our previous article.
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Address: 1407 Victory Ln, Alvin, TX 77511, USA
