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THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride Mt Rainier Railroad Depot 54124 Mountain Hwy E. Elbe , WA 98355

17nov(nov 17)3:30 PM31dec(dec 31)7:30 PMTHE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train RideNovember 17-December 31: THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride departs at 3:30 PM, 5:30 PM, and 7:30 PM on select dates.

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The magic of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ comes to life in Elbe, Washington. This story of a child’s Christmas Eve journey comes alive on-board THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride. All ages can enjoy the warmth and fun of the Christmas season as you depart for a trip to the North Pole.

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, like the movie, is a 90-minute roundtrip immersive theatrical experience. Passengers will be entertained by Chefs, enjoy Hot Chocolate and Cookies, and listen to a reading of THE POLAR EXPRESS™. Upon arrival at the North Pole, Santa will board the train and give each child the first gift of Christmas (a silver bell). This event will surely become an annual tradition for the whole family. Families are encouraged to wear their pajamas for the ride and join in on the magic of Christmas!

All tickets are for reserved seats, allowing your party to select their configuration of seats together. All of our coaches are heated. Restrooms are available at the train depot, with limited restrooms available on the train. Standard Class train coaches are Tacoma Rail cars representative of the 1950’s era Amtrak passengers cars with comfortable front-facing upholstered seats in paired rows. First Class vintage Olympian Hiawatha cars feature table-and-chair configuration, which allows for parties of 4 to sit facing each other. In Standard Class, hot chocolate is served with a cookie, the cocoa is in a disposable mug. First Class includes a collector’s edition souvenir mug with your hot chocolate and cookie. The mug is exclusively available to First Class passengers and cannot be found in stores.

November 17-December 31: THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride departs at 3:30 PM, 5:30 PM, and 7:30 PM on select dates.

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November 17 (Saturday) 3:30 PM - December 31 (Monday) 7:30 PM PST

Location

Mt Rainier Railroad Depot

54124 Mountain Hwy E. Elbe , WA 98355

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Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum360-492-6000 54124 Mountain Highway East, Elbe, WA 98330

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Ski with Santa at Crystal Mountain Crystal Mountain Resort 33914 Crystal Mountain Blvd. Crystal Mountain, WA 98022

22dec8:30 AM12:00 PMSki with Santa at Crystal MountainHit the slopes with Santa and Mrs. Clause!

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Hit the slopes with Santa and Mrs.

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Hit the slopes with Santa and Mrs. Clause!

Ski with Santa and Mrs. Clause! Join Santa out on the slopes of Crystal Mountain Resort on December 22-24th, for some fun turns and photo opportunities! Santa will be cruising the slopes from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day with a bag full of candy canes!

Ski With Santa at Crystal Mountain @ Discovery Meadow

Dec 22 @ 8:30 am – Dec 23 @ 12:00 pm

Where: Base area plaza, Discovery Meadow and Forest Queen trails
When: December 22, 23 & 24 from 8:30am-12pm.
8:30 am-9:30 am: Base Area
9:30 am-10: 45 am: Skiing on Discovery and Chinook Express
11:00 am- 12:00 pm: Photos on the Sundeck

For local lodging near the event click here.

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(Saturday) 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM PST

Location

Crystal Mountain Resort

33914 Crystal Mountain Blvd. Crystal Mountain, WA 98022

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Crystal Mountain ResortBrianna Stoutenburgh

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Live Music | Mountain Music Series Crystal Mountain Resort 33914 Crystal Mountain Blvd. Crystal Mountain, WA 98022

22dec2:00 PM5:00 PMLive Music | Mountain Music SeriesLive music every Saturday on the sundeck at Crystal Mountain Resort.

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Live music every Saturday on the sundeck at Crystal Mountain Resort. Local bands and favorites from around the region take the stage each week during the ski season at Crystal Mountain.

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Live music every Saturday on the sundeck at Crystal Mountain Resort.

Local bands and favorites from around the region take the stage each week during the ski season at Crystal Mountain. Love a friendly crowd and great tunes? Then you’ll enjoy the Mountain Music Series. Grab a bite to eat and a cold (or hot) drink to enjoy after a fun day on the slopes and dance the afternoon away. Dancing in ski boots is encouraged! See you on the dance floor.

For local lodging near the live music click here.

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(Saturday) 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM PST

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Crystal Mountain Resort

33914 Crystal Mountain Blvd. Crystal Mountain, WA 98022

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Crystal Mountain ResortBrianna Stoutenburgh

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Guided Snowshoe Tour & Dinner Crystal Mountain Resort 33914 Crystal Mountain Blvd. Crystal Mountain, WA 98022

22dec3:00 PM6:00 PMGuided Snowshoe Tour & DinnerGuided snowshoe tour and dinner at Crystal Mountain Resort

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Guided Snowshoe Tours at Crystal Mountain Resort are offered Saturdays until March 23, 2019 Let the

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Guided Snowshoe Tours at Crystal Mountain Resort are offered Saturdays until March 23, 2019

View of Mount Rainier from Crystal Mountain Let the guides at Crystal Mountain Resort take you off the beaten path to explore the secret side of Crystal Mountain. This is a great activity for families and guests who don’t ski or snowboard but still enjoy the outdoors and getting a little exercise. You’ll begin your 2+ hour tour by taking a scenic ride up the Gold Hills chairlift where you’ll start your tour through the majestic alpine forest into the Bullion Basin area. As you wind through the alpine you’ll take a few minutes to take in the beautiful views and fuel up with some snacks and water. Once back in the base area, you’ll make your way to the Bullwheel Restaurant and Bar for a family-style dinner.

Schedule
3:00 p.m. Meet your snowshoe guide in the Rental Shop to get geared up.
3:30 p.m. Head out for a walk in the snow
5:30 p.m. Return gear to the rental shop and head to the Bullwheel Restaurant and Bar
6:00 p.m. Dinner in the Bullwheel Restaurant

Family-Style Dinner in the Bullwheel
Relax and enjoy a warm meal and a beverage of your choice after a fun afternoon exploring the surrounding alpine of Crystal Mountain.

Suggested Gear
Boots that fit well and offer good ankle support, goggles, gloves, a winter hat, coat, snow pants & headlamp (optional). Creature Comforts if you have them: backpack, gaiters, and balaclava. Note: All gear subject to Guides Approval.

Price
The cost is $70 and includes complimentary chairlift ride on Gold Hills, snowshoe and pole rental, guided tour and group dinner at the Bullwheel Restaurant. Foodservice tax and gratuity included. Alcoholic beverages not included but they are available for purchase.

*Chairlift and tours are subject to cancellation due to weather. An alternate route or cancellation of the tour may result depending on the weather.

Reservations & Other Info.
Reservations are available through our online registration.
Maximum size is 40 guests.
The minimum age is 11 and guests under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Chairlift and tours are subject to cancellation due to weather. An alternate route or cancellation of the tour may result depending on the weather.
All cancellations must be made within 48 hours of scheduled Dinner Tour.

For local lodging near the guided snowshoe tours click here.

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(Saturday) 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM PST

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Crystal Mountain Resort

33914 Crystal Mountain Blvd. Crystal Mountain, WA 98022

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Crystal Mountain ResortBrianna Stoutenburgh

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