FAQ: The Trains at NorthPark 2025 Holiday Season New Features

Summary
What is The Trains at NorthPark and what is its purpose?
The Trains at NorthPark is a 38-year-old signature fundraiser and holiday tradition that supports the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas by providing a home-away-from-home for families traveling to Dallas for critical medical care for their children and teens.
When does The Trains at NorthPark 2025 season run?
The 2025 season runs from Saturday, November 15, 2025, through Sunday, January 4, 2026, for a total of eight weeks.
Where is The Trains at NorthPark located?
It is located on level one of NorthPark Center in Dallas.
What are the new features introduced this year?
This year introduces Art on the Rails (AOTR) auction with a hand-painted train set by JD Miller, Choo-Choo Tales theatrical story-time performances, and expanded Sensory Hours presented by Children’s Health.
What is Art on the Rails (AOTR)?
Art on the Rails is a new auction component where fine art and train enthusiasts can bid on a four-car train set hand-painted by renowned reflectionist artist JD Miller, owner of Samuel Lynne Galleries.
What is Choo-Choo Tales and who is involved?
Choo-Choo Tales is an inaugural theatrical story-time experience featuring weekly live performances in NorthCourt, produced in collaboration with Dallas Children’s Theater and Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, with a play written by Esau Price and directed by Emily Ernst.
When are the Sensory Hours available and who are they for?
Sensory Hours, presented by Children’s Health, occur Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m. and Sundays from 12-2 p.m., providing a welcoming environment for guests with sensory sensitivities.
How much money does this event aim to raise and what is it used for?
The 2025 season aims to raise more than $1.1 million to provide free home-away-from-home accommodations for families with sick children receiving medical treatment in Dallas area hospitals.
Who are the event co-chairs and main sponsor?
The event is co-chaired by Vanessa Fuquay and Elizabeth Anderson, and presented by Bank of Texas for the 17th consecutive year.
How can I get more information about Ronald McDonald House of Dallas?
For more information, contact Ronald McDonald House of Dallas at 214.631.7354 or visit www.rmhdallas.org.

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