By Railfan & Railroad Staff

The CSX Santa Train will make its 82nd run on Saturday, November 23, the railroad announced recently. 

Started in 1943 by the merchant association in Kingsport, Tenn., the Santa Train runs over the storied and scenic former Clinchfield Railroad from Shelby Yard near Pikeville, Ky., to Kingsport. The train continued under Family Lines, Seaboard System, and finally CSX. Toys and gifts are distributed to townspeople along the way. 

“The CSX Santa Train is a cherished longstanding tradition and a significant part of CSX’s history,” said CSX CEO Joe Hinrichs in a statement. “Strengthening the communities in which we serve is central to ONE CSX, and we are grateful for another year of giving back and delivering the magic of the CSX Santa Train.”

For more information, follow the Santa Train’s Facebook page.