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Get ready to deck the halls! The beloved Canadian Pacific Holiday Train is chugging into Illinois on Tuesday, kicking off a month-long tour across the United States that promises to bring joy, music, and festive cheer to communities along the way.
According to the latest schedule, the illuminated holiday train, which features free musical performances by top artists, will make its first stop in Illinois at Franklin Park at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, November 26, as one of four stops in the Prairie State. The train’s U.S. tour began on Friday, November 22, in Brownville, Maine, and will travel to over a dozen states, including multiple stops in Wisconsin and Minnesota.
This year’s tour boasts an impressive lineup of performers, including American Authors, KT Tunstall, Tyler Shaw, Shawnee Kish, The Lone Bellow, and Tiera Kennedy, among others. The train’s stops in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota offer a unique opportunity for families, friends, and fans of all ages to experience the magic of the holiday season in a fun and festive atmosphere.
Canadian Pacific Railway Holiday Train Illinois Stops
Franklin Park – Nov. 26
Time: 7-7:30 p.m.
Location: The south side of Ruby Street railway crossing, where attendees can gather to enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday season.
Performers: American Authors, the Brooklyn-based indie rock band known for their hit single “Best Day of My Life,” and KT Tunstall, the Scottish singer-songwriter famous for her powerful voice and energetic live performances.
Pingree Grove – Nov. 27
Time: 9-9:30 a.m.
Location: Village Hall, located at the intersection of Railroad Street and Reinking Road, where the community is invited to gather and kick off the holiday season.
Performers: American Authors and KT Tunstall will once again take the stage, bringing their unique blend of indie rock and pop to the heart of Pingree Grove.
Byron – Nov. 27
Time: 12-12:30 p.m.
Location: Tower Road, where attendees can enjoy the scenic views of the surrounding countryside while taking in the festive atmosphere.
Performers: Tyler Shaw, the Canadian singer-songwriter known for his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics, and Shawnee Kish, the rising star from Ontario, Canada, who has gained a following for her powerful vocals and energetic live performances.
Gurnee – Dec. 7
Time: 5:15-5:40 p.m.
Location: 4460 Old Grand Ave., where the community is invited to gather and celebrate the holiday season in style.
Performers: The Lone Bellow, the Brooklyn-based indie folk trio known for their soaring harmonies and catchy melodies, and Tiera Kennedy, the country pop singer-songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee, who has gained a following for her soulful voice and relatable lyrics.
Canadian Pacific Railway Holiday Train Wisconsin Stops
Dec. 7: Sturtevant, Caledonia – The train will make two stops in southeastern Wisconsin, bringing holiday cheer to the communities of Sturtevant and Caledonia.
Dec. 8: Wauwatosa, Hartland, Oconomowoc, Columbus – The train will travel to four stops in southeastern Wisconsin, spreading joy and festive spirit to the cities of Wauwatosa, Hartland, Oconomowoc, and Columbus.
Dec. 9: Portage, Wisconsin Dells, Mauston, Tomah, Sparta, La Crosse – The train will make six stops in central and western Wisconsin, bringing holiday magic to the communities of Portage, Wisconsin Dells, Mauston, Tomah, Sparta, and La Crosse.
Canadian Pacific Railway Holiday Train Minnesota Stops
Dec. 10: La Crescent, Winona, Wabasha, Hastings – The train will travel to four stops in southeastern Minnesota, bringing holiday cheer to the communities of La Crescent, Winona, Wabasha, and Hastings.
Dec. 11: Cottage Grove, St. Paul/Union Depot – The train will make two stops in the Twin Cities area, spreading joy and festive spirit to the cities of Cottage Grove and St. Paul.
Dec. 12: Golden Valley, St. Louis Park, Minneapolis – The train will travel to three stops in the Twin Cities area, bringing holiday magic to the cities of Golden Valley, St. Louis Park, and Minneapolis.
Dec. 14: Loretto, Buffalo, Annandale, Kimball – The train will make four stops in central Minnesota, spreading holiday cheer to the communities of Loretto, Buffalo, Annandale, and Kimball.
Dec. 15: Glenwood, Alexandria, Detroit Lakes, Mahnomen, Plummer, Thief River Falls – The train will travel to six stops in western Minnesota, bringing holiday magic to the communities of Glenwood, Alexandria, Detroit Lakes, Mahnomen, Plummer, and Thief River Falls.
Dec. 16: Elbow Lake, Hankinson, Enderlin – The train will make three stops in northwestern Minnesota, spreading joy and festive spirit to the communities of Elbow Lake, Hankinson, and Enderlin.
Dec. 17: Carrington, Harvey, Minot, Kenmare – The train will travel to four stops in northwestern Minnesota, bringing holiday cheer to the communities of Carrington, Harvey, Minot, and Kenmare.
The train’s full schedule can be found here.
