Planning a magical trip on the Polar Express at the NC Museum of Transportation? Enhance your experience with the Overnight Stay & Play Package! By booking your accommodation at a participating Rowan County lodging property, you can earn complimentary tickets to this beloved holiday train ride or receive a valuable VISA e-gift card. Make sure to understand the new process and conditions before securing your lodging for this enchanting event. Polar Express Package sales begin June 6, 2024, at 9 a.m., with specific deadlines for each event weekend, as detailed on the Rowan County Tourism website.
Exclusive Presale for NC Transportation Museum Members
Dedicated members of the NC Transportation Museum get early access! Lifetime, Family Platinum, and Family Premium members can book their packages starting June 4 at 9 a.m. All other NC Transportation Museum members can book from June 5 at 9 a.m. For the general public (non-members as of May 1, 2024), package access begins June 8 at 9 a.m.
Important Note for Members: The special member offer is not automatically applied during hotel booking via the widget. Members should book their hotel stay first and then call the ticketing center at 704-469-5231. Upon membership verification, the special offer will be added to your reservation, and you will receive your code or gift certificate. Please have your hotel booking details ready when you call.
Polar Express Package Availability and Booking Deadlines
The Polar Express™ Train Ride Packages at the NC Museum of Transportation are available to museum members on June 4 & 5, 2024, and to the general public starting June 6, 2024. Each event weekend has a unique booking deadline to take advantage of this special offer. Please refer to the schedule below to ensure you book your package in time:
| EVENT DATES | PROMOTION BOOKING DEADLINE |
|---|---|
| November 8-10, 2024 | Wednesday, November 6 at 4 p.m. |
| November 15-17, 2024 | Wednesday, November 13 at 4 p.m. |
| November 22-24, 2024 | Wednesday, November 20 at 4 p.m. |
| November 29-30 and December 1, 2024 | Monday, November 25 at 4 p.m. |
| December 6-8, 2024 | Wednesday, December 4 at 4 p.m. |
| December 12-10, 2024 | Wednesday, December 9 at 12 p.m. |
Package Deals for Your Polar Express Visit
Book your overnight stay in Rowan County during your visit to the Polar Express™ Train Ride at the NC Museum of Transportation and unlock these fantastic benefits:
| ### 1 Night Stay | Receive 1 free standard adult and 1 free standard child ticket (subject to availability) OR a $50 VISA e-gift card. |
| ### 2 Night Stay | Receive 2 free standard adult and 2 free standard child tickets (subject to availability) OR a $125 VISA e-gift card. |
**Please note that complimentary tickets are for STANDARD CLASS and cannot be upgraded or exchanged for higher-level tickets. VISA e-gift cards will be provided at hotel check-in.**
Have Questions?
For any inquiries regarding the Overnight Stay & Play Package, please reach out to the Rowan County Tourism office at 1-800-332-2343 or 704-638-3100. You can also visit their website for more details. These exclusive packages are managed by Rowan County Tourism, and all arrangements are subject to their procedures, terms, and conditions.
