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Hocking Valley Scenic Railway operates Fall Train Rides in Ohio along a historic route where visitors relax aboard restored passenger cars and watch changing foliage from the windows. The railway runs a 1920 coal-fired steam locomotive on special excursions along the Hocking River Valley, and weekend trains stop at Robbins Crossing Historical Village. Seasonal offerings include Halloween trains with treats and costumes encouraged, and Santa trains. Regular trains depart Saturday and Sunday at 1 p.m., with tickets sold online on the railway's website. The attraction suits families and history enthusiasts seeking a scenic train experience. Located in Nelsonville, Ohio, the railway offers free admission for children under 3 when sitting on an adult's lap. Military members receive one free ticket on the Memorial Day train with valid military ID, and active or retired military personnel can use the senior rate discount on all other trains, according to hvsry.org.
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Hours: 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from Memorial Day Weekend to the last weekend of September and 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. in October
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2 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
Oct 23 – 31Event
The Halloween Train departs Nelsonville Depot at 6 p.m. on four dates in late October. Families ride to Haydenville and Robbins Crossing to visit a lighted decorated village, enjoy seasonal activities, and walk through a haunted train car before returning for treats.
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“departing the Nelsonville Depot four dates at 6 p.m. on Oct. 23, 24, 30 and 31”
Nov 28 – Dec 20Event
The Santa Train runs Thursday through Sunday from late November to mid-December. Santa boards each train to visit children, who receive candy canes. Daytime departures leave at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; evening trains depart at 6 p.m. on select dates.
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“the Santa Train, has been a long-standing family tradition for over four Decades — 40+ years of family fun! These ever-popular trains begin Saturday, Nov. 28, and continue each day Thursday-Sunday through Dec. 20”
One free ticket per active/retired military member with military ID
“One free ticket per military member with military ID on that train only.”
Active/retired military personnel can use the Senior rate discount on all trains except Memorial Day Train
“We also offer discounts to active/retired military personnel on all other trains in the form of the Senior rate”
Children under 3 ride free when sitting on an adult's lap
“Ages 3-12 | Children Under 3 are Free (Must sit on lap)”
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