For 37 years, the Trains at NorthPark has been a cornerstone event for the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas, captivating the hearts and imaginations of children and families throughout our community. Jill Cumnock, CEO of Ronald Mcdonald House of Dallas, and Pat Staudt, Board Chair of Ronald Mcdonald House of Dallas, discuss what you can expect this year and how the house that love built has been busier than ever, offering its free lodging, meals, transportation, and other services to families every day. For more information, visit www.trainsatnorthpark.org.
NBC 5, Telemundo 39, and the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas want you to enjoy a holiday treat, The Trains at NorthPark! The Trains at NorthPark, or “The Trains”, have expanded to their largest location ever and are now located on Level One. The Trains will run for eight weeks from Saturday, November 16, through Sunday, January 5.
For the 37th season of The Trains, the expanded exhibit will bring new features and trainscapes, including a STEAM-inspired experience, sensory friendly hours and technology for visually impaired patrons to make the exhibit more accessible and inclusive to everyone. It will also include a Lego feature and brand-new merchandise.
Sensory Hours:
Wednesday - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sunday - 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Tickets are available online starting on November 1 or in-person at the exhibit on any day the exhibit is open. The event’s goal is to raise over $1.2 million this year to help provide a home-away-from-home at no charge for families with sick children.
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The Trains at NorthPark
Benefitting the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas
Saturday, November 16 to Sunday, January 5
Monday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
NorthPark Center
Level One
8687 N. Central Expy.
Dallas
For more information, click HERE.
ABOUT RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE OF DALLAS
Established in 1981, Ronald McDonald House of Dallas has served as a home-away-from-home for families of seriously ill children who have traveled to Dallas seeking medical treatment in area hospitals. By providing a caring, supportive, home-like environment, Ronald McDonald House of Dallas keeps the family intact and helps allow a family to establish a normal routine during crisis. It also provides families with the opportunity to share their concerns with other families in similar circumstances. For more information about the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas, visit www.rmhdallas.org.
