The Polar Express is a great Christmas book, DVD, and now location tradition. Many local communities offer a Polar Express ride to benefit local organizations like Scituate Public Schools.
The following was taken directly from http://scituatenorthpoleexpress.com/

All aboard the 6th Annual Scituate North Pole Express

“Though I’ve grown old, the bell still rings for me as it does for all who truly believe.”
Chris Van Allsbug
On Saturday, December 7th, 2013 the spirit of the holiday will descend upon the quaint village of Scituate, MA as children embark on a magical train ride to the North Pole. This 60-90 minute train ride departing from the
Greenbush Commuter Rail Station to the North Pole will delight children and adults alike.   Children will be entertained with the reading of this classic story of “The Polar Express”, have milk and cookies, sing Christmas carols, and be visited by Santa’s Elves, Frosty, Rudolph, and the big man in red, Santa, and Mrs. Claus. Children are encouraged to wear their pajamas to get into the spirit of the event.  Each child will receive a special gift from Santa and most importantly the “magical” silver bell.
New  departure times for 2013!!!
There are 4 train rides scheduled for Saturday, December 7, 2013 departing at
11:00AM
1:00PM
4:00PM
6:00PM
Tickets:  Available online only – Go to ticket page to Purchase
Passengers should be at the station a minimum of 30 minutes prior to departure time. Boarding begins 15 minutes prior to departure. The trains will leave promptly at their scheduled time. Click here for answers to frequently asked questions about boarding, parking, seating and ticket order fulfillment.