Abilene to roll out Christmas train

Abilene and Smoky Valley Raiload’s traditional Christmas train, the Cowtown Santa Express, will begin its weekend run Nov. 29 in Abilene.

The train, Abilene’s Rock Island depot, and adjoining areas will be decorated with lights. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on board, and hot chocolate and cookies will be served.

An additional car is being added to increase the number of passengers served.

Trains will run at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays and at 3:30, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays through Dec. 22.

Tickets, generally costing $25 to $35, are on sale at asvrr.org.