On Saturday, Dec. 7, and Sunday, Dec. 8, the Holiday Train returns to bring good tidings and cheer to families from San Francisco to the South Bay as part of its annual toy drive.
This cherished tradition offers attendees an opportunity to donate new toys or books to local children whose families are struggling to make ends meet. Caltrain is proud to once again partner with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program and The Salvation Army to help make the season brighter for everyone.
The Holiday Train, decorated with more than 70,000 glittering lights, will visit nine Caltrain stations in San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties over the weekend. At each of the train’s 20-minute station stops, people can join in singing with onboard carolers and the Salvation Army Christmas Brass Ensemble. Santa, Mrs. Claus and their extended family – including Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer – will get off the train to greet kids and pose for pictures.
Prior to the arrival of the train, families can enjoy free entertainment at each of the Holiday Train station stops. Holiday Train ambassadors will be onsite to help direct people to the donation bins and will have special giveaways for those in attendance.
A special early access media event will be held on Friday, Dec. 6 from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m. This event will feature the Holiday Train, with all of its 70,000 lights, as well as costumed characters and musical entertainment. Members of the media hoping to attend should RSVP at liebermand@samtrans.com.
Holiday Train Schedule
Saturday, Dec. 7
|
Station |
Arrive |
|
San Francisco |
4:00 p.m. |
|
San Mateo |
5:30 p.m. |
|
Redwood City |
6:15 p.m. |
|
Mountain View |
7:00 p.m. |
|
Santa Clara |
7:40 p.m. |
Sunday, Dec. 8
|
Station |
Arrive |
|
San Francisco |
4:00 p.m. |
|
Millbrae |
5:30 p.m. |
|
Burlingame |
6:00 p.m. |
|
Menlo Park |
6:55 p.m. |
|
Sunnyvale |
7:35 p.m. |
Community Support
Santa’s helpers can get into the holiday spirit by taking pictures of the Holiday Train during the event weekend and sharing them on social media by tagging Caltrain on social media using the hashtag #HolidayTrain2024 to help spread the word.
Sponsors
The Holiday Train would not be possible without the generous support of sponsors for everything from decorations and wiring to costumes. This year, sponsors include KOIT, Jim’s Handyman Services, Peterson Technical Services, the San Mateo County Daily Journal and the Subway store located in the San Francisco Caltrain Station.
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Media Contact: Dan Lieberman, 650.622.2492