By TONY GUERRERO Hays Post

Downtown Ellis will glow one more time tonight as the beloved holiday train returns for its final evening.

The event runs from 6 to 8 p.m., with miniature train rides starting after Ellis Recreation’s free Candy Cane Hunt at 5:30 p.m. at Twilight Baseball Field.

A suggested $5 donation per rider offers a trip through a magical one-mile route lined with thousands of holiday lights and seasonal displays. This year’s theme adds a playful touch with yeti sightings and a tribute to first responders.

All donations support programs for local children. Saturday was the only night for cookies and a family visit with Santa Claus.

You can follow Ellis Polar Express on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ellispolarexpress/">Facebook</a>&nbsp;for any updates.

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 </figure>By TONY GUERRERO Hays PostDowntown Ellis will glow one more time tonight as the beloved holiday train returns for its final evening.The event runs from 6 to 8 p.m., with miniature train rides starting after Ellis Recreation’s free Candy Cane Hunt at 5:30 p.m. at Twilight Baseball Field.A suggested $5 donation per rider offers a trip through a magical one-mile route lined with thousands of holiday lights and seasonal displays. This year’s theme adds a playful touch with yeti sightings and a tribute to first responders.All donations support programs for local children. Saturday was the only night for cookies and a family visit with Santa Claus.You can follow Ellis Polar Express on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ellispolarexpress/">Facebook</a>&nbsp;for any updates.<figure>
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📷 Ellis Polar Express to make final stop tonight