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Tony’s Guide to Bryson CityNorth Carolina · The quieter side of the Smokies

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ · 5pm departure

December 17, 2026 · 5:00 PM Eastern

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad · Bryson City Depot · Holiday

One departure from the official performance list; other departures may operate on this date.

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Event-specific mobility access not verified.

Return time is estimated from the advertised 75-minute journey. Follow the operator’s arrival instructions and allow extra time.

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Source checked 2026-10-19. Tickets, weather arrangements and changes must be confirmed directly.

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