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Caltrain’s 1st Ever “Electric Service Launch Party” w/ Free Caltrain Rides (Sept. 21-22)

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Saturday, September 21, 2024 - 9:00 am to 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE
6 Caltrain Stations (South SF, San Jose, Santa Clara, San Carlos, Redwood City, Palo Alto) | San Francisco Bay Area

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Caltrain’s 1st Ever “Electric Service Launch Party” w/ Free Caltrain Rides (Sept. 21-22)

The Future of Caltrain is Here. Celebrate the Start of Electrified Service Schedule

Caltrain is excited to launch our new schedule for electrified service, which will provide faster, cleaner, quieter, and more frequent trains starting Saturday, September 21! Celebrate by riding Caltrain’s new, modern electric trains for free and joining celebratory festivities across the corridor throughout the weekend.

Community Celebrations

Join us for community festivals at the Palo Alto and San Mateo stations Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22 and enjoy the following:

Free Caltrain rides
Community performances
Community booths
Photo booth

Food trucks
Games
Giveaways

Saturday, September 21, 2024
Palo Alto Station, 2-6pm
95 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
RSVP for Palo Alto Event

Sunday, September 22, 2024
San Mateo Station, 2-6pm
385 1st Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
RSVP for San Mateo Event

These events are free and open to all. Parking is extremely limited. We encourage all guests to take public transportation, walk, bike, or roll into the station. Free bike valet will be provided by Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition at the Palo Alto event, and there will be ample bike parking at the San Mateo event via Bike Link.

Additional Station Activities

Check out other station activations before heading to one of our community festivals. Each station is lead by one of Caltrain’s city or transportation partners and will have unique activities for you to enjoy. More events to be added as they are confirmed.

Saturday, September 21, 2024

South San Francisco Station, 9am-10am

  • Karyl Matsumoto Plaza Dedication
  • Erik Jekabson Jazz Quintet

San Jose Diridon Station, 10am-2pm

Santa Clara Station, 10am-2pm

San Carlos Station, 11:30am-1pm

  • City Information
  • Free Snacks and Drinks

Redwood City Station, 1pm-2pm

MAIN EVENT Saturday, September 21, 2024
Palo Alto Station, 2-6pm
95 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
RSVP for Palo Alto Event

Palo Alto After-Party, 6pm-9pm at MacArthur Park

  • Music
  • Food & Drinks (non-hosted)

Sunday, September 22, 2024

Mountain View Station, 9am-1pm

  • Farmers Market
  • Electric Slide Flash Mob Dance

Menlo Park Station, 11am-1pm

  • The Waffle Roost Food Truck

San Francisco Station, 11:30am-1:20pm

Belmont Station, 12pm-2pm

  • Local Business Information
  • Fire Truck Display
  • Public Works Vehicle Showcase
  • Games
  • Free Mister Softee Ice Cream (while supplies last)

Millbrae Station, 12:30pm-1:30pm

  • Millbrae Train Museum

Bayshore Station, 1pm-1:30pm

  • Remarks from Brisbane Mayor Terry O’Connell
  • City Information and Giveaways

San Bruno Station, 1pm-2pm

  • Ride to the San Mateo Station for Festivities (train departs at  1:43pm)

Burlingame Station, 1pm-2pm

  • Remarks from Mayor Donna Colson
  • Burlingame and Caltrain Table
  • Free Train Cookies (while supplies last)

MAIN EVENT Sunday, September 22, 2024
San Mateo Station, 2-6pm
385 1st Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
RSVP for San Mateo Event

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: *Top Pick*, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Outdoors
Venue: 6 Caltrain Stations (South SF, San Jose, Santa Clara, San Carlos, Redwood City, Palo Alto)
Address: San Francisco Bay Area