The holliest, jolliest time of year is right around the corner, bringing with it a beloved Chicago commuter tradition: hopping aboard a train or bus festooned with twinkling lights, commandeered by Santa and his elves and blaring holiday tunes at top volume. That’s right: the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has finally announced the schedules for its Holiday Train and Holiday Bus , revealing when you can expect to see Santa making pre-Christmas Eve journeys through the city.

The CTA Holiday Train will begin running on Saturday, November 29, with trips scheduled on every CTA line throughout November and December as part of regular service. As usual, the six-car train will be headlined by an open-air platform hosting Santa and his crew of reindeer, as well as LED signs, colorful interior

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