During the festival season, Metra prohibits glass bottles and alcohol on trains after 7 p.m. or all day on specific dates. No smoking is allowed on any trains, in stations or within 15 feet of station and enclosed area entrances. If you are planning to use our service, please observe these restrictions. Underage drinking on Metra trains will not be tolerated.
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As a reminder, Metra reserves the right to prohibit bicycles and e-scooters if coaches are crowded or access is impeded, and makes no assurances that space will be available. Metra reserves the right to restrict alcohol on dates other than those listed above. Special Information - Chicago Festivals and EventsThe festivals and celebrations in Grant Park and the Lakefront bring many additional passengers to our trains. In the past, this has included some who were prone to excessive revelry. Dates and restrictions are listed above. No alcoholic beverages or glass bottles will be allowed on Metra trains. Passengers on trains found with alcohol may be removed or arrested. All bags carried into the rail stations or onto the train will be subject to inspection by police personnel. Metra reserves the right to refuse service to any parties who are intoxicated or impaired. Unruly behavior will be not tolerated and all riders are required to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner. Those that fail to do so should anticipate that they will be detained and/or arrested. Metra prides itself in providing safe and efficient transportation. To that end, Metra police officers and off duty municipal police will patrol stations and trains. We intend to maintain a safe travel environment for our customers. Thank you for your cooperation and choosing Metra for your travel needs. |
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Blues Fest |
June 8-9 |
No Alcohol After 7 pm |
| NASCAR Weekend | July 1-2 | No Alcohol All Day |
| Independence Day | July 4 | No Alcohol All Day |
| Lollapalooza | August 3-4 August 5-6 |
No Alcohol After 7 pm No Alcohol All Day |
| Air and Water Show | August 19 and 20 | No Alcohol All Day |
| Jazz Fest |
August 31-Sept. 1 Sept. 2-3 |
No Alcohol After 7 pm No Alcohol All Day |
| Taste of Chicago | Sept. 8 | No Alcohol After 7 pm |
| New Year's Eve | Dec. 31 | No Alcohol All Day |