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Santa's Wonderland Express 2026! (SOLD OUT)

*Tickets On Sale Now* All aboard for a magical holiday adventure on Santa’s Wonderland Express at the Arcade & Attica Railroad! During November and December, families can ride a heated vintage train to the North Pole, where Santa and his elves are waiting with festive fun. Children can write and mail their Christmas wish lists, visit the Elf House, enjoy face painting, meet Santa, and take family photos. Hot cocoa, cookies, and other treats are available for purchase, and every child receives a special gift on the return trip. It's a wonderful way to make holiday memories together!
Dates: 
11/21/2026
11/22/2026
11/27/2026
varies, see website
Location: 
278 Arcade and Attica Railroad, Arcade, NY 14009, United States
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Polar Express Train Ride at Medina Railroad Museum 2026

Weekends in November/December starting Nov 21, AND Tuesday, Dec 21: Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation of the classic holiday story, THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride. THE POLAR EXPRESS™ with the Medina Railroad Museum is back this season! The 1¼ hour round-trip passenger excursion comes to life as the train departs Medina for a journey through the quiet wilderness for a special visit at the North Pole. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, guests on board will enjoy warm cocoa and a treat while listening and reading along with the magical story. Children’s faces show the magic of the season when the train arrives at the North Pole to find Santa Claus waiting. Santa will board THE POLAR EXPRESS™, greeting each child and presenting them with a special gift as in the story, their own silver sleigh bell. Christmas carols will be sung as they return back to Medina. Certain dates and car types will sell quickly so you’ll want to book soon to reserve your preferred seating!
Dates: 
11/21/2026
11/22/2026
11/28/2026
varies, see website
Location: 
Medina Railroad Museum, 530 West Avenue, Medina, NY 14103, United States
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Arsenic and Old Lace - Webster Thomas HS Fall Play

Arsenic and Old Lace is a true classic of the American theater. Its lighthearted and often irreverent take on dark themes is both firmly rooted in its own day and instantly accessible to our own. Watch Mortimer hilariously unravel as he discovers that the only thing deadlier than poison is family.
Dates: 
11/19/2026
11/20/2026
11/21/2026
7:30 pm
Location: 
Thomas High School, Five Mile Line Road, Webster, NY, USA
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