CPKC Holiday Express Train Making Several Louisiana Stops

The Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Holiday Express Train is rolling through Louisiana spreading Christmas cheer in a way few others can.

Over the next week, The Holiday Express Train will be making several stops in Louisiana, and you're going to want to gather the little ones and make it to one of these stops.

What Is The CPKC Holiday Express Train 

The CPKC Holiday Express Train is a festive tradition organized by the Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) railway.

It celebrates the holiday season while raising awareness and funds for local food banks and charitable organizations.

The Holiday Express Train began in 1999 as a way to thank communities along the CPKC rail network and support charitable causes. Over the years, it has become a symbol of goodwill during the holiday season.

The train is brightly decorated with holiday-themed lights and designs, making it a spectacle for visitors of all ages.

The train is brightly decorated with holiday-themed lights and designs, making it a spectacle for visitors of all ages. It typically includes a series of cars, such as:

Santa's Workshop Car: Featuring interactive displays.
Elves' Workshop: Often with moving characters and holiday scenes.
Holiday-Themed Caboose: Serving as Santa Claus's headquarters.

The lights and decorations vary from year to year, creating a fresh experience for returning visitors.

It's also a great time for great causes.

The train raises funds to help local food banks and organizations in the regions it visits. It has raised millions of dollars since its inception.

The event includes opportunities for families to visit the train, meet Santa and his elves, and enjoy holiday-themed activities.

CPKC Holiday Express Train Louisiana Stops

From December 5 through December 11, the CPKC Holiday Express Train has three stops in Louisiana.

December 5 - Baton Rouge - 4 pm to 8 pm

December 10 - Leesville - 4 pm to 8 pm

December 11 - Lake Charles - 4 pm to 8 pm

You can read more about these stops over at cpkcr.com.