The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train is all set to roll into St. Louis Park on Dec. 14, bringing with it a dash of festive cheer and a concert lineup that'll have you rocking around the Christmas tree—or at least the train tracks. According to an announcement by the City of St. Louis Park and the St. Louis Park Emergency Program (STEP), the illuminated train of merriment will stake its claim at West Lake Street and Library Lane at the ripe time of 6:00 pm, with a live musical performance to follow shortly after. The city's website shares that American Authors and Pynk Beard are slated to amp up the holiday spirit from 6:15 to 6:45 pm for those congregated on the west side of the tracks.
Before the CP Holiday Train chugs into the station, festivities will occupy the vicinity starting at 4:30 pm, offering both food vendors and activities to early birds. Pulled in by holiday spirit, once the train arrives, navigating around will get trickier as crossing the tracks will not be an option. Those planning to join should plant their feet before 5:45 pm to ensure they're not stranded on the far side once the train cuts through the crowd, according to St. Louis Park, MN.
The Holiday Train brings more than carols and cheer—it carries a mission to fight food insecurity, collecting donations in every town it visits. If you plan to join the festivities, be mindful of logistics. Road closures will be in effect from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., so plan your travel accordingly. For those planning their evening, the City of St. Louis Park recommends reviewing available parking options by checking the city’s parking map, as per St. Louis Park, MN.
