2025 CPKC Holiday Train

Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Holiday Train – Hamilton

The 2025 CPKC Holiday Train is coming to Hamilton! This festive, 1,000-foot-long train, featuring 14 brightly decorated railcars, spreads holiday cheer while raising food, funds, and awareness to support local food banks across Canada and the U.S. Since 1999, the Holiday Train has raised over $26 million and collected approximately 5.4 million pounds of food for community food banks—helping feed families in need.

Hamilton Stop Details

Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025

Train Arrives: 7:45 PM

Concert: 8:00 – 8:40 PM

Train Departs: 8:40 PM

Location: South side of Gage Park, along Lawrence Road (closest address: 50 Lawrence Rd)

Event Highlights

Free, outdoor event suitable for all ages

Live holiday music performed from the train’s boxcar stage

Traditional and modern holiday-themed songs

Complimentary coffee and hot chocolate provided by Tim Hortons

A festive opportunity to enjoy the community and holiday spirit

How You Can Help

This event directly supports Hamilton Food Share and local food banks throughout Hamilton. You can make a difference by:

Bringing healthy, non-perishable food items such as tuna, beans, rice, pasta, cereal, and baby food.

Making a cash or tap donation on site or online here

Every $1 donated helps provide $5 worth of food to people facing hunger in our community.

Accessibility

Accessible viewing area available in front of the train stage (first come, first served)

One companion allowed per individual in accessible seating

Wheelchair-accessible portable washrooms available on site

Getting There

Lawrence Road Closure: Between Cumberland Ave and Ottawa St, 4:00 – 10:00 PM

Transit & Parking: No general on-site parking. Walking, biking, or public transit encouraged. Accessible parking available at 256 Gage Ave South (first come, first served)

Accessible Transit: DARTS drop-off/pick-up at 256 Gage Ave South

For more details about Hamilton’s Holiday Train stop: www.hamilton.ca/CPKCHolidayTrain
For information about CPKC Holiday Train stops across Canada and the U.S.:www.cpkcr.com

Join us at Gage Park to celebrate the season, enjoy live music, and support your neighbors in need!