A family's plan to ride the "Polar Express" was derailed — but thanks to the kindness of strangers, they were still able to enjoy some holiday fun. Lloyd and Angie Swartout said their 18-year-old son, ...

Among the vintage rail cars and lavish holiday decorations, actors from Island ETC.—Galveston's only repertory theater company—bring Van Allsburgh's story to life under director Jennifer Daugherty.

• Conductor Cody’s Christmas Express! is inspired by The Polar Express and holiday traditions. • Routines including restoring broken train tickets, playing reindeer games, making hot chocolate appear, ...

Guests get ready to board The Polar Express Train Ride at the Galveston Railroad Museum. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the 2004 animated film The Polar Express, based on the classic children ...