Canadian Pacific Holiday TrainCanadian Pacific Holiday Train
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12/10/2007 - 12:00am
12/10/2007 - 11:59pm

For the last few years, one of the highlights of our holiday season has been going to see the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train. Down from Canada every year, this brightly decorated train hauls into the station, and opens up into a stage.

PerformersPerformersPerformers come out on the stage and entertain, while Santa wanders through the crowd distributing toys and goodies to the kids. The show usually includes several big-name Canadian acts, and often a local performer or two. The performances benefit local food banks, which are always good to remember this time of the year.

This year's local schedule takes the train through on Dec. 10.

Monday, December 10

  • La Crosse - 3-4 p.m. - Amtrak depot, 601 Saint Andrew St. Benefits WAFER.Christmas TrainChristmas Train
  • Winona - 5-6 p.m. - Amtrak depot, 65 E. Mark St. Benefits Winona Volunteer Services.
  • Wabasha - 7-8 p.m. - Gambia Avenue railroad crossing near Bruegger Park. Benefits Wabasha-Kellogg Food Shelf.
  • Lake City - 8:45-9:45 p.m. - Hearth Technologies, 800 W. Jefferson St. Benefits Lake City Food Shelf.

In the U.S. Midwest, the Holiday Train will embark on its journey December 9 in Gurnee, Illinonis, finishing December 16 in Carpio, N.D. where it continues into Canada and on to Weyburn, Saskatchewan.

 

Entertainers on this train include Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame member Tracey Brown, Juno award-winner Colin Linden, and the critically acclaimed family duo Ennis.

 

All times are approximate. Please check the arrival time prior to attending the event as this schedule is subject to change and plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early.




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