Heist on the Christmas Express - Printable Christmas Escape Room

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Co-Founder of MysteryLocks

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Heist on the Christmas Express - Printable Christmas Escape Room

Heist on the Christmas Express

A Printable Christmas Escape Room Adventure

60 min

7 puzzles

3.5/5

Unravel festive puzzles in a holiday train heist full of secrets and suspects.

Download now, print, and play! No extra purchases, no stress.

Clever puzzles that put your mind to work. Every detail matters- connect the dots and feel the thrill of an aha moment.

Take a break from your phone. No apps or internet needed to play the game. The perfect way to disconnect!

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13 Pages + 9 Envelope Pages (Optional)

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60 min

7 puzzles

Difficulty:

3.5/5

Unravel festive puzzles in a holiday train heist full of secrets and suspects.

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“Plenty of challenge and intrigue to keep a group of 5 adults occupied for well over an hour! So well thought out, clues are realistic looking, and details are amazing. We keep coming back for more!”

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Expertly-Crafted Puzzles

Smart, layered challenges designed to keep you engaged from start to finish.

Set-Up Instructions

Clear, spoiler-free steps to get your game ready.

Themed Envelopes

Add an immersive “real escape room” feel to your setup- and check answers too!

Detailed Walkthrough

Step-by-step logic for every puzzle with answer keys—spoiler heavy, for hosts only.

Perfect for Last-Minute Fun

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Unlimited Prints

Print as many copies as you need for your party, class, or team-building.

Spoiler-Free Setup

Who said the game master needs to miss on the fun?

What Is
Heist on the Christmas Express
?

Heist on the Christmas Express is a printable escape room adventure that blends festive mystery, classic detective work, and holiday magic into one unforgettable journey. What begins as a quiet ride through snowy mountain passes quickly spirals into chaos when the Aurora Crystal—a priceless artifact needed for Santa’s Gala—is stolen right under everyone’s nose.
Now, trapped aboard a speeding train full of secrets, you must uncover the thief hiding among the passengers before the Christmas Express reaches its final stop. With only scattered clues, locked compartments, and your own detective instincts, you’ll navigate elegant carriages, examine suspicious notes, and unravel puzzles hidden in the décor of the train itself.
Each puzzle reveals a new piece of the story — from decoding messages left behind by clever suspects to piecing together the timeline of the heist. Solve them all, retrieve the Aurora Crystal, and save Christmas before the whistle blows and the doors open at Santa’s Gala.
No internet, apps, or props required — just print, prep, and let the mystery unfold on paper as the Christmas Express races through the winter night.

How to play
Heist on the Christmas Express

Our original game flow — unique to MysteryLocks. Simple, intuitive, and loved by thousands of families and puzzle fans. No apps, no screens, no complicated hosting — just print, prep, and play.

Read the story

Each puzzle begins with a story card that sets the scene. You’re not just solving puzzles — you’re uncovering a mystery piece by piece.

Connect the clues

Put your mind to work and solve logic puzzles, spot patterns, and crack codes. Stuck? Open a hint card for gentle guidance.

Open the envelope with your answer

Each puzzle’s solution points you to a numbered envelope. If the answer’s correct, you can open it and continue your adventure. If not, try again — the mystery won’t reveal itself so easily!

What's the story of the game?

Step aboard the magical Christmas Express for a holiday adventure like no other! As a world-renowned detective finally taking a break, your peaceful ride to Santa’s Gala is cut short when a priceless artifact, the Aurora Crystal, is stolen. Without it, Christmas itself is in jeopardy!
Now, the passengers are suspects, each retreating to their locked compartments, hiding secrets that could solve the mystery, or doom the holiday season. Armed with your wit and a sharp eye for clues, it's up to you to uncover the truth before the train reaches its destination.
Can you solve the mystery and save Christmas in time? This immersive escape room game combines festive charm with thrilling detective work for an unforgettable holiday experience!

Want to turn your home into a real escape room?

Turn your printable game into a true escape room at home by adding real locks, boxes, or chests!

Every kit includes optional setup instructions that let you adapt puzzles for physical locks and containers. Perfect if you want to surprise players with a more immersive, hands-on experience.

What
Heist on the Christmas Express
includes

From vintage carriages to richly illustrated puzzles, every detail of Heist on the Christmas Express is designed to sweep you aboard a festive mystery in motion. You’ll track down stolen cargo, follow cryptic clues left behind by a clever thief, and solve seven interconnected puzzles, each unlocking a new stop on your journey through the northern winter landscape.
Everything is fully printable and simple to set up — no apps, no special tools. Just paper, scissors, and that unmistakable excitement of a Christmas caper unfolding in your living room.

Themed envelopes

A custom envelope design for each adventure, so your escape room looks and feels just like a real one.

Story cards

Just like a movie, live each moment to its fullest- while solving puzzles under pressure!

Hint strips

Got stuck? Use our progressive hint system that gives you a gentle nudge without spoiling the whole thing.

Made by a Team of Two

Every game you see here is crafted by just the two of us — from the first puzzle idea to the last email reply.

Gabriel Staicu

Co-Founder • Game & Puzzle Designer

Designs clever puzzles and develops the artwork. Always coming up with unique ideas with paper to make every game stand out.

Robert Butnarasu

Co-Founder • Sales, Publishing & Customer Service

Posts and edits the games, fine-tunes the technical details, and makes sure players get the support they need.

Rave Reviews from Real Players

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With over 3,139 verified reviews, families, teachers, and puzzle lovers around the world trust MysteryLocks to deliver unforgettable game nights.

“It was a wonderful experience! Played with teens and adults and everybody had so much fun. The tasks are just the right level of difficulty. It's my first experience of such printable quests and it was amazing!”

Stephanie

“This was the second escape room I've purchased from this shop. The owner was super helpful and attentive to my questions. I highly recommended!”

Lacy A.

“We did this for our kids to reveal their Christmas trip! It was fun. We laughed, we worked together — it made the moment unforgettable.”

Meta G.

United States

“We had such a good time.The puzzles were challenging - not too easy - which made it better for the players. Took about an hour of play and everyone really enjoyed it. Everyone said they wanted to do it again. We can't wait to do another one!!”

Sincere B.

United States

“This was the coolest DIY escape room EVER! I hid all the clues around the room to add a little extra mystery. Best birthday ever!!!”

Jasmin W.

“We had a blast using this to make a haunted escape room. I used it along with another to combine with lock boxes, glow sticks, and scary decorations for a super fun experience. Both kids loved it! Thank you!”

Willie

“This was so fun. I’ll admit, it took me, my husband, and two kids (7 & 10) to solve it — but we had a blast!”

Elody

“We hosted a Mad Hatter Tea Party and Escape from Wonderland to celebrate my daughter’s birthday. Everything was magical!”

Naomi

“I wanted to make the ‘big gift’ more fun on Xmas morning for my kids. This was easy to set up and a total hit — we’ll be back for more.”

Delana G.

Maryland, United States

“Remarkable! Three teenagers, 16/18/19, loved the escape room!”

Maria B.

Saskatchewan, Canada

“Wow! That was an afternoon full of sleuthing, which we love. The puzzles were just challenging enough to keep us fully engaged!”

Eliza D.

Nova Scotia, Canada

“Easy to download and set up. Perfect for 8–10 year olds. Very creative and beautifully illustrated — they didn’t even notice it was screen-free!”

Destiney

United States

“Fantastic to celebrate Halloween with my ESL students! Plenty of variety, and the visuals made it easy to follow. 10/10!”

Jessica B.

Zaragoza, Spain

“Addicted! Santa, so glad you went missing, because we loved finding you! It’s now a Christmas tradition in our house.”

Sally S.

Join thousands of players who’ve completed our printable escape rooms — and left over 3,100 5-star reviews!

How Does a Printable Escape Room Work?

Our printable escape rooms are designed to have a straightforwards set-up system. We handle the hard work of crating everything from scratch, so you can enjoy the experience, spoiler free!

Download and print

Download the included PDFs and print the game materials in full color.

Prepare the game

Follow the included step-by-step instructions to prepare the game.

Start your adventure

Read the introduction and open the first envelope. Good luck!

Print & Prep Details

Everything you need to set up a printable escape room

How many pages do I print?

22 total printable pages (13 puzzle pages + 9 envelope pages) in full color
Includes puzzles, story cards, themed envelopes, hints & solutions.

What paper should I use?

All our games are designed for regular printing paper, but for a sturdier build and higher quality feel, we recommend printing on cardstock.

The materials in the product images are printed on cardstock.

What supplies do I need?

Just scissors and tape (or glue)
No printer tricks or crafting skills needed
Step-by-step visual instructions included

Common Questions

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Heist on the Christmas Express is a festive printable escape room set aboard a magical holiday train. During your journey to Santa’s Gala, a priceless artifact, the Aurora Crystal, is mysteriously stolen.
Every passenger becomes a suspect, and each locked compartment hides clues. Players must solve seven puzzles to track down the thief, recover the crystal, and save Christmas before the train reaches its final stop. It’s a cozy, story-driven mystery perfect for holiday game nights.

This game is ideal for ages 12 and up.
Younger players may need guidance with reading clues and solving logic puzzles, but families love playing together because the game mixes simple deductions with more challenging tasks. It’s a great choice for holiday parties, classrooms, and family gatherings.

Most groups complete Heist on the Christmas Express in 45–70 minutes, depending on puzzle-solving experience and group size.
The game includes seven puzzles, progressive hints, a full storyline, and a final reveal sequence that wraps up the mystery cleanly.

All you need is a printer, scissors, and, optionally, regular envelopes if you want an easier setup.
The game is fully printable with no apps, props, or extra materials required. Everything needed, story cards, puzzles, hint strips, solutions, and printable envelope, is included in the download.

Yes! This game works wonderfully for solo players, pairs, or groups of up to 4 using a single print.
Larger groups can print additional copies and race to see who solves the heist first. The flexible format makes it perfect for families, classrooms, youth groups, or office holiday activities.

Yes, this is a Christmas escape room game filled with festive artwork, winter scenery, holiday characters, and a Santa’s Gala storyline. It’s designed specifically for December play, but it can be enjoyed anytime you want a cozy, magical holiday mystery experience.

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