Austin Steam Train Association Announces Stop At 2015 Bertram Oatmeal Festival

The Austin Steam Train Association will bring families to an unusual Texas tradition in Bertram, known as the Oatmeal Festival. This is a family friendly event complete with parade, lots of food, crafts, games and fun.

Bertram, United States – April 25, 2015 /PressCable/ —

The Austin Steam Train Association recently announced

“The signature 44 mile round trip Bertram Flyer makes a special journey to the 2015 Bertram Oatmeal Festival! Most festivities are held within walking distance of the fully restored 1912 Bertram Depot. The Grand Parade, food vendors and shopping will be in downtown Bertram for passengers to enjoy! This year’s fair schedule will be announced soon. For more information on the Oatmeal Festival, passengers may visit their website listed below. All cars are pulled by a 1960 Alco diesel locomotive. Parties of two may be seated at shared tables. This ride is 4 hours round trip with a 1.5 hour layover.”

Upon hearing the news festival organizers replied,

“The Oatmeal Festival is very pleased to welcome the Austin Steam Train Association back to Bertram. It’s been 2 years since their last visit, and a lot has changed since then. The event has moved from the dusty baseball fields to the more convenient downtown location. There will be more entertainment, food and fun than ever before!”

TRAIN SCHEDULE: Departs 9:00 AM, Returns 1:00 PM

Tickets for this ride can be ordered by clicking here.

FESTIVAL SCHEDULE: Please visit the website below for details.

The Austin Steam Train Association is a recognized not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Their mission is to preserve, interpret and re-create the first-hand experience of historic steam-era railroading for the enjoyment and edification of today’s families and the generations to come. Visit their website austinsteamtrain.org for more information on schedules, routes, fares, details about specific cars in their line, restoration projects, the association and their many volunteer opportunities.

The Bertram Oatmeal Festival is a recognized not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Their mission is endeavoring to ensure scholarship opportunities and supporting programs to enhance our community. The festival has been fulfilling that mission for 38 years now with what has been called “one of Texas’ most unique events.” Visit their website oatmealfestival.org for up to date information and the most recent announcements about this years’ event.

For more information about us, please visit http://oatmealfestival.org

Contact Info:
Name: Brandie Allen Pogue
Email: info@oatmealfestival.org
Organization: Bertram Oatmeal Festival
Address: P.O. Box 70, Bertram, TX 78605
Phone: 512-277-3595

Release ID: 80359