Isle of Man Railways Christmas 2023

The Polar Express Train Ride

Join us on THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride for a magical Christmas experience.

Your journey begins just like the 2004 motion picture with THE POLAR EXPRESS™ picking you up at Douglas station to take you to the North Pole. You will get to meet the characters from the film including the conductor, the singing chefs, the hobo and of course the main man himself Father Christmas.

You and your family, hopefully dressed in PJs, will enjoy a fun-filled theatrical adventure as you make your way to the North Pole. Throughout your journey, you may tangle with the caribou and other magical happenings, as you have the original story of The Polar Express told to you.

Don’t forget to have a bite of your cookie and authentic hot chocolate before arriving at the North Pole to meet Santa Claus. Santa will join you on board and, if you are on the nice list, hand you your first gift of Christmas, a Silver Sleigh Bell just as in the motion picture we all love.

How to book The Polar Express Train Ride:

Visit this link to book online.
Call the Isle of Man Welcome Centre on 01624 662525
Visit the Isle of Man Welcome Centre at Douglas Sea Terminal
For large parties or corporate groups over 20, contact us directly by emailing Liam.Miller@gov.im

Little Festive Shedanigans

Come and join us at The Little Shed at Dhoon Glen for what promises to be a very special event to celebrate the arrival of the main man himself! In collaboration with The Manx Electric Railway, expect festivities galore with a sprinkling of the famous #shedvibe

How to book Little Festive Shedanigans:

Visit this link to book online.

M.E.R Festive Fyn & Filbey's Line

he Manx Electric Railway, Fynoderee Distillery and Filbey’s have collaborated for our customers enjoyment this December to create a dining experience with a difference.

Take a seasonal tram to Ramsey where you’ll be welcomed into the Fyn bar. Supported by Filbey’s you will enjoy a delicious three course dinner, a complimentary welcome Fyn drink while sharing an evening of live music.

How to book the M.E.R Festive Fyn & Filbey's Line:

Visit this link to book online.
Call the Isle of Man Welcome Centre on 01624 662525
Visit the Isle of Man Welcome Centre at Douglas Sea Terminal

Steam into Christmas onboard The Dining Car

It’s time to enjoy some Christmas ⛄️ cheer across the Railways 🚂 with🎄our 2023 Steam into Christmas Dining events. 🎅

From fine dining🥘 to traditional Christmas 🎄 feasts, First Noel brunches, Family Quiz ✍️ Pie and Mash, Magician’s 🎩Tea Party, ✨ Glitter and Gold Gala New Year’s Eve, plus much more…..there’s events for everyone to enjoy across the seasonal Dining Car range. 🚂 🚃🐴 ❄️

Many of our winter events sell fast so to avoid disappointment take a look here TODAY

How to book Festive Dining Car events:

Call Douglas Railway Station on 01624 697457
Visit Douglas Railway Station
Email steamdining@gov.im with your reservation requests.