A brand-new family train experience is arriving at Stephenson Steam Railway this November. The PJ Express from Let It Snow Productions promises a day of characters, singing, dancing, stories and photo opportunities — with families encouraged to come along in their comfiest pyjamas.
The new event takes place on Sunday 1 November 2026 and is being promoted as a completely new experience for 2026.
Latest Update
Tickets for the PJ Express are due to go on sale at 8pm on 1 September 2026. The organiser has advertised adult and child tickets at £16.75 plus booking fee.
Ticket link update: The PJ Express ticket link goes live at 8pm tonight, 1 September 2026. If the event is not visible yet, check again after 8pm.
What Is the PJ Express?
The PJ Express is a character-filled railway event from Let It Snow Productions, taking place at Stephenson Steam Railway in North Shields.
Families are encouraged to arrive in their PJs for a day featuring music, dancing, bedtime stories, meet and greets, photo opportunities and a train adventure.
What to Expect
- Singing
- Dancing
- Bedtime stories
- Character meet and greets
- Photo opportunities
- A train adventure
- Characters dressed in their PJs
The organiser says princesses, superheroes and its Kingdom Mice will be appearing, alongside the Grinch. It has also teased that more characters are attending than could be fitted onto the event artwork.
Why See It?
This looks like a fun crossover between a family character event and a heritage railway day out, with the pyjama theme giving it something a little different from a traditional Christmas train experience.
Taking place on 1 November, it also lands right at the beginning of the Christmas build-up for families who are ready to swap Halloween costumes for festive PJs.
Dates, Venue & Tickets
Date: Sunday 1 November 2026
Venue: Stephenson Steam Railway
Location: North Shields, NE29 8DX
Adults: £16.75 + booking fee
Children: £16.75 + booking fee
Booking opens: 8pm, 1 September 2026
The organiser states that babies under 12 months who are unable to sit independently may attend free when sitting on the lap of a paying adult. Babies requiring their own seat need a child ticket.
Tickets
Tickets are being sold through Let It Snow Productions via Ticket Tailor. The event link is due to appear at 8pm on 1 September 2026, so check again after that time if it is not yet showing.
Accessibility
Accessibility arrangements specifically for the PJ Express have not yet been confirmed in the supplied event information. Families with access or sensory requirements should check the event-specific information with the organiser before booking. We’ll update this section if further details are released.
Practical Information
This is a pyjama-themed event, so families are encouraged to come dressed in their favourite PJs. As this takes place at a working heritage railway attraction, check the final ticket information for arrival times, session length and any instructions specific to your booked departure.
FAQ
When is the PJ Express at Stephenson Steam Railway?
The event is scheduled for Sunday 1 November 2026.
How much are PJ Express tickets?
The organiser currently advertises adult and child tickets at £16.75 each plus booking fee.
Do you have to wear pyjamas?
The event is being promoted as a PJ adventure and guests are encouraged to come in their comfiest PJs.
Are babies free?
According to the organiser, babies under 12 months who cannot sit independently can attend free on a paying adult’s lap. A child ticket is required if a baby needs their own seat.
Which characters will be there?
The announcement mentions princesses, superheroes, Kingdom Mice and the Grinch, with additional characters also teased. Character appearances can be subject to change, so check the organiser’s latest information before attending.
More Family Days Out on Clarissa’s Corner
For more character-filled railway adventures, see The Gruffalo at Tanfield Railway and Alice’s Wonderland Express at Spa Valley Railway.
Information checked 1 September 2026 against the organiser’s announcement. Session details and character appearances can change, so confirm the current listing before travelling.
