After the pandemic forced Santa Train to hold a drive-thru event the past two years, Saint Nick’s annual trip down the rails is back on track.

CSX previously announced that this year’s Santa Train would also be a drive-thru event, not because of the pandemic this time, but due to staff shortages. However, with improvements in staffing and support from the community, organizers announced Tuesday the Santa Train will be returning to the rails.

The Santa Train will take place Nov. 19 and follow its traditional route, beginning at Shelby Yard near Pikeville and traveling 110 miles to Kingsport, Tennessee, with several stops along the way for Santa to hand out presents. More details about stops and other information will be released in the days leading up to the event.

This year marks the Santa Train’s 80th year.