CTA Holiday Train
Santa rides a light-covered 'L' train with an open flatcar sleigh, visiting every line.
- Dates: Late November – December 2026 — schedule TBA
- Where: Every CTA 'L' line on rotating days
- Neighborhood: Citywide
- Cost: Ticketed
What to expect
Six decorated cars plus Santa's sleigh; board at any station for regular fare. The Holiday Bus runs select routes too.
Tickets
Regular CTA fare
Transit
It is the transit.
Family-friendly
Kids love it.
Local tips
- The CTA usually posts the full line-by-line schedule in mid-November.