Thanksgiving Day—the annual tradition encouraging time spent surrounded by friends and family enjoying a wondrous feast. Nowadays, a visit at Steamtown National Historic Site to witness the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) US Holiday Train has become an increasingly popular Scranton custom, as crowds gather trackside to greet this spectacular 14-car train with plans to return for its 15th year, November 27 from 5:15 to 5:45 p.m.
Normally closed for the holiday, SNHS plans to open from noon until 6:30 p.m. inviting all to tour the site then check out the brilliantly decorated CPRUSHT as it continues its invigorating goodwill journey stocking local food shelves and pantries across the U.S. and Canada.
While the event fosters generosity throughout the season welcoming donations of money and/or nonperishable food items; there’s festive fun to be had! Upon arrival at the site, there’s a sight to be had as entertainers riding in vintage private cars, hop out and climb aboard a boxcar that opens into a stage with a performance leading into a sing-along!
It’s suggested guests arrive at least 15-30 minutes early so not to miss this spectacular spectacle that has raised more than $7.4 million and over 3 million pounds of food for those in need.
Visit www.cpr.ca for more information
