Illustration of a dog in a scarf sitting on Santa's knee for a photo while its owner laughs (Santa's Polar Progressive Express)

Santa's Polar Progressive Express

Visitors embark on a holiday journey featuring a ride on Little Pudd’s winter train across the estate grounds. Along the way, guests sample four food pairings served with wine, cider, or juice, alongside cookies, hot chocolate, and live music. Families can also make a festive Christmas craft, hand-deliver letters to Santa and Mrs. Claus, and snap photos with holiday characters including the Grinch and Whoville friends.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Dietary substitutions are available for a $5 fee.

Hours

10:00am, 11:30am (sold out on December 13), 1:00pm or 2:30pm.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Enjoy four food pairings served with wine, cider, or juice, plus cookies and hot chocolate.

Going?

Location

Puddicombe Estate · 1468 #8 Highway, Winona, Hamilton, Ontario L8E 5K9, Canada Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children and holiday lovers

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book tickets for a listed session in advance; one December 13 session is already sold out.
  • Allow two hours for the train ride, food and drink pairings, craft, Santa visit and family photo.
  • Ask about dietary substitutions when planning food; substitutions are available for an extra fee.
  • Bring a letter to hand-deliver to Santa and Mrs. Claus during the experience.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Dietary substitutions for the food pairings are available for an extra fee.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the experience suited to?

It is described as suitable for families, friends and holiday lovers of all ages.

What happens during the experience?

Guests ride Little Pudd’s winter train, enjoy four food and drink pairings, make a Christmas craft, deliver letters to Santa and Mrs. Claus, and take a family photo.

What food and drinks are included?

The experience includes four food and wine, cider or juice pairings, plus cookies and hot chocolate. Dietary substitutions are available for an extra fee.

How long should we allow?

The experience lasts two hours.

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