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    Ice Skating Rink, Polar Express, a Holiday Bazaar and More with Brightline

    Published: Dec 3, 2021 · Modified: Dec 3, 2021 by Jennifer · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    This holiday season, Brightline, the only provider of modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail in America, will be spreading holiday cheer through a series of festive holiday happenings taking place throughout the month of December. Brightline will transform MiamiCentral station into a winter wonderland with its first-ever “ice” skating rink available to riders and those attending THE POLAR EXPRESS™, a holiday bazaar, family activities, and holiday-inspired cocktails and treats at Brightline’s new bar Mary Mary. 

    Ice Skating Rink, Polar Express, a Holiday Bazaar and More with Brightline

    Ice Skating Rink, Polar Express, a Holiday Bazaar and More with Brightline

    MIAMI CENTRAL’S WINTER WONDERLAND

    This December, Brightline will transform MiamiCentral into a winter wonderland with a special opportunity for South Floridians to strap on ice skates and enjoy a pop-up “ice” skating rink in the center of the station. Access to the rink will be available to those with a Brightline train ticket, or a ticket on THE POLAR EXPRESS™. Rink operating hours are Dec. 13 - 17,  3 - 8 p.m.,  and Dec. 11, 12, and 18 - 30 (closed on Christmas), 12 - 8 p.m. 

    Holiday Happenings at Brightline Roundup: Ice Skating Rink, Polar Express, a Holiday Bazaar and More
    The Polar Express Train Ride, produced by Rail Events Productions, held on the Brightline Railroad in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., Sunday, November 10, 2019. Photo by Guy Rhodes

    THE POLAR EXPRESS™

    Simultaneously, in partnership with Rail Events Productions, Brightline is thrilled to celebrate the return of the immersive family-oriented experience, THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, at MiamiCentral presented by Walkers Shortbread. The adventure of this holiday classic comes to life when the festive Brightline train departs for a journey led by a cast of talented actors. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of this story as they are whisked away on THE POLAR EXPRESS™ for a one-hour trip to meet and interact with Santa.  THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride  operates Dec. 11 through Dec. 30, departing from Brightline’s MiamiCentral Station. Seats are available to book now at miamithepolarexpressride.com. Guests are encouraged to book early as this beloved holiday tradition is expected to sell out.

    Holiday Happenings at Brightline Roundup: Ice Skating Rink, Polar Express, a Holiday Bazaar and More
    The Polar Express Train Ride, produced by Rail Events Productions, held on the Brightline Railroad in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., Sunday, November 10, 2019. Photo by Guy Rhodes

    WINTER BREAK ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS

    Brightline’s MiamiCentral station will also feature a holiday pop-up to keep kiddos occupied during school break which includes a themed photo booth, perfect for family photos, and a holiday card making station where children can write letters to Santa. Free, fun family activities during the pop-up will also include festive face painting, balloon twisting and glitter tattoos. The multi-station pop-up will take place December 20, 22, 24, 27, 29, and 30, from 12 - 5 p.m.

    Holiday Happenings at Brightline Roundup: Ice Skating Rink, Polar Express, a Holiday Bazaar and More
    The Polar Express Train Ride, produced by Rail Events Productions, held on the Brightline Railroad in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., Sunday, November 10, 2019. Photo by Guy Rhodes

    HOLIDAY BAZAAR AND MAKER’S MARKET

    Head to The Bazaar at Citizens at MiamiCentral to celebrate the season and shop for holiday gifts from local vendors while enjoying a DJ spinning seasonal tunes. The Bazaar will be activated from Dec. 11-12, 12 - 10 p.m. On December 18-19, Brightline will also activate a “Maker’s Market” of local businesses that includes a selection of women’s designer and menswear, swimwear, jewelry and accessories, home decor, beauty and activewear boutiques for holiday shopping.  

    Getting to the station to enjoy all December’s action has never been easier with the launch of Brightline+. Brightline riders will now get to experience this new and first-of-its-kind branded, door-to-door booking service, which will include a Brightline-branded mobility fleet. The electric mobility fleet is Brightline’s investment to provide travelers in South Florida a door-to-door solution to travel by train, powered by Brightline’s new app and supported by the fleet. 

    Holiday Happenings at Brightline Roundup: Ice Skating Rink, Polar Express, a Holiday Bazaar and More

    For the most up to date schedule of holiday happenings at Brightine, visit www.gobrightline.com.  

    About Brightline 

    Brightline is the only provider of modern, eco-friendly, high-speed rail service in America. The company currently operates between Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach in Florida and is scheduled to complete construction to the Orlando International Airport by the end of 2022. Brightline was recognized by Fast Company as one of the Most Innovative Companies in travel, offering a guest-first experience designed to reinvent train travel and take cars off the road. Brightline plans to bring its award-winning service to additional city pairs and congested corridors across the country that are too close to fly and too long to drive, with immediate plans to connect Las Vegas to Southern California. For more information, visit www.gobrightline.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

    Holiday Happenings at Brightline Roundup: Ice Skating Rink, Polar Express, a Holiday Bazaar and More

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