The Saratoga & North Creek Railway Polar Express Train Ride kicks off its second season in the Capital Region today and runs through Sunday, Jan. 6.
The Polar Express brings passengers on an approximately one-hour round trip to the North Pole, while characters from the animated movie based on the classic children’s story come to life as the book is read aloud. At the North Pole, Santa Claus comes aboard with dozens of elves and silver bells for the children and the return trip includes Santa meeting each child and caroling with the elves.

The Polar Express offers four seating options: coach ($20-$30); premium coach ($30-$40); lower dome ($40-$65); and upper dome ($45-$70).

The train departs at 5:30 and 8 p.m. from the train station at 26 Station Lane in Saratoga Springs. Children are encouraged to wear their pajamas. For more information or to purchase tickets call (877) 726-7245 or visit http://www.saratogapolarexpressride.com