Metra will roll out its annual holiday train program later this month, with tickets going on sale next week.
According to officials, holiday trains will be offered on the Electric Line, the BNSF, Rock Island, Milwaukee District-North, Union Pacific Northwest and Union Pacific North lines during the holiday season.The first holiday train of the season is set for Saturday, Nov. 30 on the Electric Line, which runs from University Park to Millennium Station in Chicago.
According to officials, the trains will be decked out in festive decorations for the holiday. Santa and Mrs. Claus, along with other holiday characters, make appearances as part of the holiday traditions. Metra Electric trains will end their runs at Millennium Station, which will also be decorated for the holidays. Holiday music, face painting and other activities will also be available.Read Kamala Harris' full concession speech, Donald Trump's victory addressFeeling out of the loop? We'll catch you up on the Chicago news you need to know. Sign up for the weeklyDec.
According to the agency, riders will be able to stay downtown after the train arrives, or can use their ticket to return to their starting point at any point during the day. Tickets will go on sale Monday at noon, and the agency expects them to sell out. Tickets cost $5 and must be
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