CPKC Holiday Train 2025 in Metro Vancouver

Free Holiday Concerts Across Canada & the U.S. | Metro Vancouver Stops: December 19–20, 2025

The CPKC Holiday Train 2025 returns this winter with festive lights, live music, and a powerful mission: supporting local food banks and communities across North America. Running from November 19 to December 21, 2025, the Holiday Train travels thousands of miles across the CPKC rail network in Canada and the United States, bringing free outdoor concerts and encouraging donations for food insecurity relief.

Now in its 27th year, the Holiday Train remains one of the most meaningful holiday traditions in North America—uniting communities, music lovers, and families during the festive season.

What’s New for the Holiday Train in 2025

In 2025, the Holiday Train program is expanding its reach more than ever before. To allow the train to visit more communities across the network:

• The Holiday Express equipment has been retired after 23 years of service

• The program now focuses entirely on the Holiday Train experience

• The beloved Rudy the reindeer continues to appear—featured in lights as part of a beautifully designed mural on the U.S. Holiday Train

While some elements have evolved, the spirit, joy, and community impact remain unchanged.

Event Overview

• Event Name: CPKC Holiday Train 2025

• Dates: November 19 – December 21, 2025

• Admission: Free (donations encouraged)

• Locations: Nearly 200 communities across Canada & the U.S.

• Presented by: Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC)

What Happens at a Holiday Train Stop?

A typical Holiday Train event follows a simple but magical format:

1. The illuminated train arrives and safely stops in front of the crowd

2. A stage door opens on the train car

3. A live band performs a 25–45 minute outdoor concert

4. Local food bank representatives join briefly on stage

5. After the final song, the train continues to its next destination

🎄 All concerts are free, and attendees are encouraged (but not required) to bring food or cash donations for their local food bank.

Why the Holiday Train Matters

Since launching in 1999, the Holiday Train program has:

• Raised over $26.1 million

• Collected more than 5.4 million pounds of food

• Supported hundreds of local food banks across North America

All donations collected at a stop stay in that community, and CPKC also makes a direct financial contribution at every location.

2025 Performer Lineup (Rotating by Region)

Artists rotate depending on the region and schedule. Past and current performers include:

• Barenaked Ladies

• American Authors

• Smash Mouth

• LANCO

• Tyler Shaw

• Jade Eagleson

• JJ Wilde

• Dylan Marlowe

• Emily Ann Roberts

• Brittany Kennell

• Tiera Kennedy

• Teigen Gayse

• Pynk Beard

🎶 Performers vary by stop—always check the official schedule for details.

CPKC Holiday Train 2025 — Metro Vancouver Stops

The Holiday Train arrives in Metro Vancouver near the end of its cross-country journey, and these stops are consistently among the busiest and most festive.

🎤 Performer for All Metro Vancouver Stops

Barenaked Ladies (Live stage performance from the train car)

📍 Haney / Maple Ridge

• Date: Friday, December 19, 2025

• Time: 8:00 PM – 8:30 PM

• Location: Billy Miner Pub area, Maple Ridge, BC

• Performer: Barenaked Ladies

🧣 Waterfront location—dress warmly.

📍 Pitt Meadows

• Date: Friday, December 19, 2025

• Time: 9:05 PM – 9:35 PM

• Location: Harris Road & Advent Road, Pitt Meadows, BC

• Performer: Barenaked Ladies

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Very popular family stop—arrive early.

📍 Port Moody

• Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025

• Time: 5:15 PM – 5:45 PM

• Location: 300 Ioco Road, Port Moody, BC (Rocky Point area)

• Performer: Barenaked Ladies

🚆 SkyTrain to Moody Centre Station recommended; parking fills fast.

📍 Port Coquitlam

• Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025

• Time: 6:45 PM – 7:15 PM

• Location: Kingsway Avenue & Mary Hill Road, Port Coquitlam, BC

• Performer: Barenaked Ladies

🎄 Often includes local food bank tents and community activities.

Donations & Food Bank Support

• Food banks collect donations on site (not on the train)

• Suggested donations:

  • Non-perishable food items

  • Cash donations (most impactful for food banks)

• Donation needs vary—check with your local food bank when possible

Important Things to Know Before You Go

• 🚫 No tickets required — all events are free

• 🚫 No public train rides — trains are reserved for CPKC employees

• 🚨 Keep a safe distance from the train at all times

• 🤒 Please don’t attend if you’re feeling unwell

• 🚗 Parking and amenities are arranged by the host municipality

⚠️ Beware of scams:
CPKC will never sell tickets or request personal information. Only trust official updates from @cpkcrail on Facebook, X, and Instagram.

Holiday Train Tracker & Schedule

• Full 2025 Holiday Train Schedule:
  https://www.cpkcr.com/en/community/HolidayTrain

• Live Train Tracker:
  Available once the Holiday Train program is underway

Why You Should Attend

The CPKC Holiday Train 2025 is more than a concert—it’s a shared community moment. Whether you’re singing along under the lights, introducing kids to a holiday tradition, or supporting your local food bank, this event captures the true spirit of the season.

Bundle up, bring a donation if you can, and experience one of Canada’s most meaningful holiday traditions right here in Metro Vancouver.

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