The Magical Canadian Pacific Holiday Train Skips Rockford in 2025

Some bad news for Rockford area residents who love the lit-up Christmas train: the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train won’t be making a stop in town this year.

The good news? It’s still coming close enough to make a quick family road trip and it could be totally worth it.

A 27-Year Holiday Tradition on Rails

Now in its 27th year, the 2025 Holiday Train runs from November 19 through December 21 playing free concerts, bringing tons of flashing lights and that unmistakable small town Chirstmas charm that we love in America and Canada.

Where to See the Holiday Train in Illinois

The Illinois stops for the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train include:

Franklin Park on November 23, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m…

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