Bring in the New Year by going back in time on the New Year’s Express Train at Historic Jefferson Railway in Jefferson, Texas. Enjoy a day trip along the Big Cypress Bayou on an antique gas-powered train. 

Hop aboard and receive beverages, a hat and a noisemaker at the depot. According  to their Facebook page, each train will include a simulation of the New Year’s Eve Ball dropping in Times Square followed by a fantastic show of five cannons firing dramatic “dragon’s breath.”

Ticket Prices: First Class (enclosed car) $15 plus tax, lap children are free; Coach Class (open car, be sure to bring a jacket and blanket to keep warm!): $12 plus tax, children under six are free. New Year’s Express Trains depart December 29 at 12:30PM and 2:30PM.

Tickets are available online at www.jeffersonrailway.com or call 866-398-2038.

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