Holiday Train 2026
The Holiday Train is coming to town Saturday, December 5!
The Holiday Train is back with an on-board celebration that brings the spirit of the season to the rails, and we want you to join us! This year, the Holiday Train will run on Saturday, December 5 for all ticketed passengers. We’ll also have live entertainment, food and even a visit from Santa himself at San Francisco, San Mateo, Palo Alto and San Jose Diridon Stations so everyone can join the celebration as they use Caltrain.
On December 5, climb aboard for a festive ride to some of the Bay Area’s brightest holiday destinations, including:
- Christmas in the Park in San Jose
- Tree Lighting Celebration in Millbrae
- South Bay Rail History Museum in Santa Clara
- Santa Mateo in San Mateo
- Winter Wonderland in San Mateo
- And lively downtowns along the Caltrain corridor
Want to enjoy the decorations without the crowds? Our decorated train will continue to run as a regular service train through Sunday, December 13. This means you can arrive at other great Peninsula holiday destinations like Hometown Holidays in Redwood City or the German Holiday Market in Mountain View.
Station Activations
San Francisco, San Mateo, Palo Alto and San Jose Diridon Stations will all be celebrating the Holiday Train on December 5. Come to the station to enjoy music, food, entertainment and a chance to meet Santa Claus himself! Station Activations will run during the following times:
- San Francisco: 3-4:30
- San Mateo: 4-7:30
- Palo Alto: 4:30-7
- San Jose Diridon: 5-6:30
Tickets go on sale at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at Eventbrite. Don’t wait — seats are limited and expected to sell quickly.
Ticketed passengers can board the Northbound or Southbound Holiday Train at San Francisco, San Mateo, Palo Alto or San Jose Diridon stations, with opportunities to hop off at Millbrae Station and Santa Clara Station.
Each passenger will receive a commemorative Holiday Train ticket, which also acts as a Day Pass for unlimited rides on Caltrain for the rest of the day — the perfect way to make your holiday adventure shine even brighter.
The Return of the Toy Drive
Caltrain is partnering with the Ronald McDonald House Bay Area to support its Comfort & Joy Holiday Drive. Please donate here, or bring an unwrapped new gift to San Francisco, San Mateo, Palo Alto or San Mateo Diridon Stations on Dec. 5.
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