All Aboard for Christmas: Plan a Magical Day in Dennison

There are certain holiday experiences that feel like they were made for Christmas memories—and a winter day in Dennison, Ohio is one of them.

Start with the star of the show: THE POLAR EXPRESS™ at the Dennison Railroad Depot Museum. Pajamas are encouraged as families climb aboard the festively decorated train and settle in for a journey inspired by the beloved Christmas story. With hot chocolate, cookies, Christmas music and a special visit from Santa, it’s the kind of experience that makes the season feel magical again—for kids and the grown-ups watching it through their eyes.

But don’t rush home when the train pulls back into the station. Make a whole Christmas day of it.

Bundle up and head to Dennison’s seasonal outdoor ice skating rink for a few laps around the ice. Whether you’re gracefully skating hand-in-hand or clinging to the railing while the kids race ahead, it adds another quintessential winter experience to your holiday adventure.

When rosy cheeks and cold fingers are ready for something warm, finish the evening with dinner at The Dennison Yard, conveniently located near the Depot. Settle in over a hearty meal, talk about everyone’s favorite moment from the day, and enjoy having nowhere else you need to be.

Turn the Magic Into a Holiday Getaway

The best part? The Christmas fun doesn’t have to end after dinner.

Head back to your Amish Country Lodges accommodations, change into those Christmas pajamas, pour another cup of hot cocoa and enjoy a cozy winter evening together. Add a Christmas movie, games, a soak in the hot tub or simply some much-needed downtime, and one afternoon at THE POLAR EXPRESS™ becomes an entire holiday experience.

Our tip: THE POLAR EXPRESS™ is one of the area’s most popular Christmas traditions, so don’t wait until December to start planning. Book your train tickets, reserve your Amish Country lodging and make a full holiday getaway out of it.

Sometimes the best Christmas gifts aren’t things at all—they’re the traditions your family will want to come back and experience again next year.

PLAN YOUR CHRISTMAS GETAWAY!

Stay near Dennison and make THE POLAR EXPRESS™ part of an unforgettable Amish Country Christmas weekend. Every property is decorated for the holiday season to create a cozy and festive atmosphere for our guests!