AE Texas Returns as Co-Sponsor of Santa's North Pole Express for Second Consecutive Year

HOUSTON, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AE Texas is excited to return for its second consecutive year as a co-sponsor of Santa’s North Pole Express, a beloved holiday tradition in Grapevine, Texas, the Christmas Capital of Texas^®. AE Texas, part of Atlantic Energy, is a licensed electricity and natural gas provider serving residential and commercial customers across the Lone Star State.

Each holiday season, Grapevine transforms into the Christmas Capital of Texas^®, featuring more than 1,400 events over 40 days. At the heart of the celebration is Santa’s North Pole Express, one of the community’s signature Christmas traditions.

Following a memorable first year, AE Texas will once again join Great Wolf Lodge in helping bring the magic of the holiday season to families from across Texas and beyond. Tickets for Santa’s North Pole Express go on sale to the public Thursday, October 1, 2026, with excursions beginning Friday, November 27, running through December 30, 2026. All tickets will be available online at ChristmasCapitalofTexas.com. 

Guests will enjoy a festive journey aboard the Grapevine Vintage Railroad’s luxury 1920s-era coaches, featuring Christmas sing-alongs, cheerful elves, and special moments with Santa.

AE Texas will also return as the sponsor of Photos with Santa, giving families another opportunity to capture special holiday memories during their visit to Grapevine.

“We’re thrilled to once again be part of such a special Texas holiday tradition,” said Emily Pittman, Marketing Manager of Atlantic Energy. “At AE Texas, we’re all about powering what matters, from the homes Texans live in every day to the moments that bring families together. We’re excited to return for a second year and help power the magic of Santa’s North Pole Express, creating lasting holiday memories for families.”

AE Texas looks forward to another magical holiday season in Grapevine and continuing its support of an experience that brings families and communities together.

About AE Texas: AE Texas and Atlantex Power are the Texas brands of Atlantic Energy. Serving customers since 2012, Atlantic Energy is licensed to provide competitive electricity in eleven states and natural gas in seven states, covering over 50 utilities. Atlantic offers innovative solutions to commercial and residential customers, allowing active energy consumption management through a range of products and services. For more information, please contact Emily Pittman at [email protected] or 346-589-4674 ext. 0015.

ABOUT GRAPEVINE, TEXAS:

Grapevine, Texas, is a charming destination located on the shores of Lake Grapevine, and home to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. It offers a blend of history and modern amenities. Known for its vibrant hospitality, Grapevine is home to a range of world-class hotels, from luxe resorts, including Gaylord Texan, to the boutique Hotel Vin and family-friendly Great Wolf Lodge, visitors will find accommodations that suit their needs and preferences. Grapevine is home to the Urban Wine Trail, Historic Main Street, Historic Nash Farm, Grapevine Vintage Railroad and hosts many annual festivals and events including GrapeFest^® – A Texas Wine Experience, Main Street Fest – A Timeless Texas Tradition and the Christmas Capital of Texas^®, featuring more than 1,400 Christmas events over 40 days.

SOURCE AE Texas