Thu, 20 November 2008 One of the highlights of Christmas in Chicago is the arrival of the Chicago Transit Authority's Holiday Train. The first time I saw this train, I was thoroughly delighted. The CTA takes a normal L train and gussies it up inside and out with lights, garlands, decals and ornaments. The peace on earth de la resistance is a flatbed car with Santa's sleigh and Santa himself. And you can ride on this train for just the cost of regular fare. (Just to clarify, you ride in the normal train cars; you don't get to sit outside or on Santa's lap.) The CTA Holiday Train starts running this weekend with special appearances on the Red and Purple Lines. Railroad cheer continues until December 23. See Flickr photos of the CTA Holiday Train. Here's some great video of the 2007 train. And here's a charming video of the interior. It would also be fun to see the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train, which next week begins a monthlong journey through six provinces and seven states. The train features live music and raises donations for local food banks. It rolls into Illinois in early December, visiting Pingree Grove and Savanna on the 5th, and Gurnee on the 9th. See Flickr photos of the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train. And here's a wonderful video of the CP Holiday Train arriving during a snowstorm. ChicagoScope feedback line: 312-683-5272. Send e-mail to ChicagoScope@gmail.com. Category: Chicago -- posted at: 12:11 AM Comments[0] |
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