Illustration of carolers with songbooks and lanterns on church steps in the snow (CPKC Holiday Train)
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CPKC Holiday Train

Communities gather along the rail route to view a brightly decorated train illuminated with holiday lights. Visitors enjoy live outdoor musical performances from featured artists at each stop. Attendees are encouraged to bring donations to help fight food insecurity, with all contributions supporting local food banks.

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 All ages All Holiday Train events are free.

Location

Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2B5 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and holiday music fans

Vibe

Festive and communal

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Stay at least 50 feet (15 metres) from the tracks while viewing or photographing, and never stand on tracks or ballast.
  • Dress warmly for the outdoor stop, where visitors gather to watch the train and enjoy live music.
  • Bring a food or cash donation if you wish; contributions support local food banks and stay in the community where given.
  • Do not pay for tickets: Holiday Train events are free, and requests for payment are fraudulent.
  • Use official CPKC channels for event information, and never provide personal, banking, or financial details to attend.

Special Events & Promotions

  • All Holiday Train events are free.
  • Performers vary by stop; the Canadian schedule names the artists appearing at each stop.

Links & Contact

Run by CPKC Rail

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do visitors need tickets or payment to attend?

Holiday Train events are free. CPKC warns that requests for ticket payment are fraudulent.

What happens at a Holiday Train stop?

Communities gather to see the decorated train and enjoy live music from performing artists.

Can visitors support local food banks?

Yes. Donations of food or funds support local food banks, and donations stay in the community where they are given.

What should visitors know about viewing the train safely?

Stay at least 50 feet or 15 metres back from the tracks, and never stand on the track or ballast.

How can visitors find information about performers and local stops?

Use CPKC’s official channels and the linked Canadian or U.S. train schedules for current event information.

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