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A smiling family in matching Christmas pajamas beside a decorated tree at Grace

A CHRISTMAS TRADITION AT GRACE

The Polar Express
Movie Experience

A little wonder. A lot of memories.
A joyful Christmas night for the whole family.

  • Wear your PJs
  • Warm up with cocoa
  • Make Christmas memories

YOUR FAMILY’S NEXT CHRISTMAS MEMORY

Free admission · Seating is limited

Register for FREESee the evening’s details
FIRST STOP

Let the fun begin.

All attractions open

ALL ABOARD

It’s movie time.

Indoor & outdoor screens

Wear your PJs.
Bring your people.

Attractions reopen after the movie until 10 PMAdd start time to calendar

MAKE A NIGHT OF IT

A Christmas night
for the whole family.

Put on your favorite pajamas and join us at Grace Church for The Polar Express Movie Experience. Explore the attractions, warm up with hot cocoa, and settle in for a Christmas movie together.

Bring the whole family. Make room for a friend. Admission is free.

BETTER TOGETHER

Make the invite.

A Christmas memory is even better with a friend.

Children in Christmas pajamas smiling together on the carousel at Grace
Carousel rides at Grace

THE POLAR EXPRESS

A Look at the Evening

A WHOLE EVENING OF WONDER

More than a movie... an experience

The fun starts at 6:30 PM.
Come explore.

A CHRISTMAS HELLO

Meet Santa.

Two children in striped pajamas posing with Santa and their family at Grace’s 2025 event
ALL ABOARD

Meet The Conductor.

The Conductor with three children holding golden tickets at Grace’s 2025 event
SOMETHING SWEET

Hot cocoa. Happy hearts.

Two volunteers in red shirts at a table with cups and drink dispensers

Hot cocoa and treats will be provided while supplies last.

TAKE A RIDE

Christmas train rides.

Children smiling on a colorful indoor train ride at Grace’s 2025 event
MAKE A CHRISTMAS WISH

Letters to Santa.

Children writing letters together at a festive North Pole table
A LITTLE EXTRA COLOR

Face painting & smiles.

A smiling child having her face painted by a volunteer at Grace
PLAY & EXPLORE

Giant playscape & pre-k playland
Indoor snowball fight
Carousel & train rides
Game room

CREATE & CELEBRATE

Elf workshop
Face painting
Letters to Santa
Hot cocoa & treats

MAKE CHRISTMAS MEMORIES

Pictures with Santa
Meet The Conductor
Wear your favorite PJs
Make memories together

A wide view of families filling the sanctuary for the Polar Express movie experience at GraceCHRISTMAS AT GRACE

THE MAIN EVENT · 7:30 PM

Get cozy.
Believe again.

Experience The Polar Express on indoor and outdoor screens. Choose your spot, settle in with your family, and enjoy the movie. Outdoor viewing is weather permitting; bring a chair, a blanket, and warm layers.

Seating is limited. Free admission.

Register for FREE

YOUR DESTINATION

See you at Grace.

The Grace Woodlands church campus
Grace Church
24400 Interstate 45 N
The Woodlands, TX 77386
Get directions

BEFORE YOU COME

A few helpful details.

When does everything start?

Friday, December 18, 2026. All attractions open at 6:30 PM, and the movie begins at 7:30 PM. Attractions reopen after the movie until 10 PM.

How much does it cost?

Admission is free. Seating is limited. Register for FREE

Where can we watch the movie?

There will be indoor and outdoor screens. Outdoor viewing is weather permitting. Bring a chair and blankets, and dress warmly.

Can we bring snacks?

You may bring candy, popcorn, and bottled water. No alcohol, tobacco, gum, soda, or other outside food is permitted. Hot cocoa and treats will be provided while supplies last. A water fountain is available on-site.

What should we wear?

Wear your favorite pajamas and get ready for a festive family night!

Have another question?
(832) 381-2306 Email our team

Questions for Grace Kids?
Email Grace Kids

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 18 · GRACE CHURCH

All aboard for
a little Christmas wonder.

Attractions at 6:30 PM. Movie at 7:30 PM. Free admission.

Register for FREE
Polar Express · Dec 186:30 PM · Free admissionRegister for FREE