Polar Express Pajama Party

All Aboard the QC Holiday Tradition!

The beloved Polar Express Pajama Party tradition is back at the Putnam for our 20th anniversary! Plan to join us for four days (December 17 – 20) of holiday fun featuring a hot cocoa bar, face painting, crafts, ornaments, Lights Out Reindeer Hunt throughout the Museum, The Polar Express on the GIANT Screen and so much more! We also plan to have some special 20th Anniversary surprises!

Movie Showings, Party Times & Tickets:

Tickets available for Putnam Members starting in October 2026 with Early Bird Pricing thru November 30.
Tickets available to the General Public starting in early November 2026 with Early Bird Pricing thru November 30.

Want to Be A Part of the Magic?

Feel like you’ve outgrown attending, but still want to be a part of the holiday tradition? Sign up to volunteer at the Polar Express Pajama Party. We are looking for volunteers of all ages for a variety of tasks. Contact Christie at CMosier@putnam.org to learn more.