Beginning in November the CTA (Chicago Transit Authourity) Holiday train runs through Christmas. Begun 33 years ago, in 1992 the 'L' train brings seasonal joy to all the city's rail lines with its bright lights and seasonal decorations.
There is a schedule available to find which line the holiday train is running on. This last week before Christmas it is on the red line.
The train provides a festive photo opportunity!
Santa Claus rides on an open-air flatcar and waves to the passengers coming aboard at each station.
The hand poles become candy cane's and volunteers ride along handing out peppermint candies to passengers and commuters on their way to work.
CTA employees donate their time and raise money to purchase groceries. They will donate approximately 400 food baskets to local community organizations who will pass out the food baskets and bring a little holiday joy to a lot of people. Each basket contains all the ingredients for a holiday meal, including a canned ham, potatoes, mixed vegetables, muffin mix, macaroni and cheese, fruit cocktail, green beans, corn and dessert.
There's no extra charge for riding the holiday train, normal fares apply.
all photos are from my family albums
More info about the holiday train is available, HERE
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