The Metra Holiday Train Returns Next Month—And Tickets Go on Sale Today

It wouldn’t be Christmas in Chicago without a ride on the Metra holiday train! The transit tradition is returning next month—and tickets go on sale today! Here’s a look at this year’s schedule and all the details on when you can grab tickets. What is the 2025 Metra holiday train schedule? ---------------------------------------------- The Metra holiday train is coming to the following train lines on these dates: * Dec. 6: Milwaukee District West and BNSF lines * Dec. 13: Metra Electric, Rock Island, and UP Northwest lines * Dec. 20: Metra Electric Line In addition to these scheduled dates, the holiday train will make the rounds during regular service, giving those without a ticket the chance to catch a ride. Does Metra have any special holiday events planned? --------------------------------------------------- Ticketholders for the December 20 – Metra Electric Line trip will receive an invite to a special holiday celebration at Millennium Station. The family-friendly event will feature holiday music, treats, festive music, games, face painting, and other activities. Additionally, train stations around Chicago will be decked out in holiday decor all throughout the season. Tickets ------- Tickets for the Metra holiday train go on sale today, November 17, at 12 p.m. central time. Passes are $10 per rider and must be purchased in advance. Metra anticipates tickets to sell out quickly —click here to get yours while you can! Source: https://secretchicago.com/the-metra-holiday-train-returns-next-month-and-tickets-go-on-sale-today/