First Ever Holiday Lights Train Starts Running on Black Friday
Will Operate on All Three Electrified Lines
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MTA Metro-North Railroad today announced that their first ever Holiday Lights Train will light up the rails on all three lines starting Friday, Nov. 29, and operating through New Year’s.
“I’m thrilled that Metro-North can bring the joy, beauty and lights of the season to all of our riders on their way to work, school or to see family and friends during the holidays, and to those who see it roll through their towns,” said Metro-North Railroad President Catherine Rinaldi. “Metro-North is the safest, most reliable, greenest and most festive way to get to the many holiday destinations in New York City, the Hudson Valley and Connecticut.”
The Holiday Lights Train will be festooned with colorful exterior lights and special holiday-themed safety messages will play at selected stations. The lights have been applied to an electric train and will operate on the Hudson Line between Grand Central Terminal (GCT) and Croton-Harmon, on the Harlem Line between GCT and Southeast, and on the New Haven Line between GCT and New Haven. The Holiday Lights Train will operate on a random rotation of regularly scheduled trains on all three lines at all times of day and night.
“We wanted to create something special for our community and bring back the sense of wonder, especially for children, and for children of all ages,” said Metro-North Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer Justin Vonashek. “It’s a way for us to connect with our passengers and create lasting memories during this festive time of year when days are short and darkness is long. We hope these colorful lights spark excitement and a sense of holiday cheer for all who come aboard and who see the train pass by.”
Keep an eye out for Metro-North's Holiday Lights Train! And be sure to hashtag your photos with #MNRHolidayLightsTrain