The CPKC Holiday Train rolled into Coushatta on December 3 at 8:00 pm.

While the train was different for Coushatta, the lights and entertainment were spectacular. A crowd formed along the Front Street tracks to watch the entertainment.

The major function of the Holiday Train is to raise money, food, and awareness to support food banks across our network. Professional musicians play free concerts from the brightly decorated train’s stage. CPKC donates to the local food bank at each stop and encourages all attendees to make a monetary or heart-healthy food donation.

Since its inaugural journey in 1999, the CPKC Holiday Train has raised more than $26 million. On Wednesday night, a $5,000 check was presented to the North West Food Banks of Louisiana.

Mayor Cole was on hand to welcome the crowd and accept the contributions for the food bank.

Opening the concert was Emily Ann Roberts, and headlining was Dylan Marlowe.