For the first time ever, Platform 18 ¾ is rolling out the red (and green) carpet for kiddos! This December, families can hop aboard the Presidential Pullman-inspired train car for a whimsical Winter Train Ride through a magical mountain adventure! Think twinkling lights, vintage details and some very talented elves who specialize in spiking hot cocoa. 

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“Rules are meant to be broken, and what better reason than to give kiddos a taste of the magic we get to experience every day?” says Mat Snapp, Partner at Barter & Shake. “We want families to hop aboard, create unforgettable moments, and make those ‘core memories’ without having to pack a suitcase or empty their piggy bank.” 

Kids get their own little mug of hot cocoa while parents can opt for the boozy version that’s sure to fill them with just the right amount of “I can do this” energy to survive the season! Freshly baked sugar cookies that taste like childhood dreams will also be served while kids are whisked away on an adventure to the “North Pole” and parents enjoy the Rocky Mountain landscape. 

“The holidays are all about creating magical traditions, and we’re excited for Platform 18 ¾ to become a new one for us,” says Cortnie Cozeck, Director of Operations at Barter & Shake. “If you’re looking for a cozy atmosphere where the snow brings charm without the chill, come start this special tradition with us!”

Winter Train Ride Details

  • Where: Platform 18 at Century Grand 
  • Address: 3626 E Indian School Road, Phoenix, 85018
  • When:
    • November 30 & December 2
    • December 7 & December 8 
    • December 14 & December 16 
  • Seating Times: 11:00 am, 11:15 am, 12:15 pm, 12:30 pm 
  • Ticket Price: $34 per person, includes custom hot cocoa and holiday sugar cookies
    • Adult Upgrade: $6.50 for boozy cocoa (with peppermint, Baileys, or hazelnut liqueur)
  • Reservations: www.centurygrandphx.com

P.S. Don’t forget your camera! You’ll exit through the festively decorated barrel room, perfect for snapping those Insta-worthy holiday family photos! 

And if one festive train ride isn’t enough, the enchantment doesn’t end there. At Undertow (locations in Arcadia at Century Grand and Gilbert at Epicenter), the holiday spirit takes to the seas with a tropical twist. From December 10–31, guests can dive into a festive experience that feels like a holiday escape on an 1800s clipper ship, featuring a specially curated holiday menu of inventive, tropical-inspired cocktails that bring the warmth of the islands to the heart of the season.

But wait, there’s more! Grey Hen Rx at Century Grand, now home to M.E. Lee’s House of Exotic Imports, is busting out the holiday cheer as well with the Tom &  Jerry cocktail beginning December 3 and will run through the end of the month. This is a rich, frothy holiday classic with a cozy blend of egg batter, rum, brandy, and spices. Want to keep it going? Take a peek at Grey Hen Rx’s ultimate “Naughty and Nice” whiskey list while you’re enjoying the evening. Whether you’re gifting, looking for unique stocking stuffers or self-indulging, pop into M.E. Lee’s House of Exotic Imports to view a wide selection that promises to make spirits bright.

From train rides to tiki vibes, there’s something for everyone this holiday season at Century Grand – home to Platform 18, Undertow, and GreyHenRx. For more information, visit www.centurygrandphx.com or follow @centurygrandphx today!