Polar Express 2024 Chicago Il. The polar express train ride is one of the most iconic chicago christmas traditions for the holiday season. The polar express [image courtesy of durango & silverton narrow gauge railroad] capturing the magic of chris van allsburg’s classic story, the polar express is.

There are currently three locations to ride the train this holiday season including at chicago union. On august 5, 2024, the polar express train ride announced that the event will not take place in chicago this year.