Utah

• Location: Tacoma, WA
• Date: Tuesday, August 10, 2027 to Sunday, August 15, 2027.
• Join us for the NMRA National Convention 2027! Expand Your Horizons with model railroad insights, world-class layouts, op sessions, keynotes, panel discussions, tutorials, clinics, prototype tours, contests, modular layouts, and camaraderie with fellow enthusiasts from around the world. Whether you're a seasoned modeler or just starting, there's something for you!

• Location: Zube Park, 17802 Roberts Rd, Hockley, TX.
• Date: Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
• Time: Saturday, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
• Admission: Completely free (donations are appreciated).
• Food: Burgers and refreshments available.
• RSVP: info [at] texasgulfdivision.org 

• Location: Plano Event Center, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, TX 75074.
• Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026, and Sunday, September 27, 2026.
• Time: Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm.
• Admission: $11 per person. Children 12 and under are FREE--cash and credit cards accepted at the door. Get a $1 discount for cash.
• Explore operating train layouts, interactive exhibits, family-friendly attractions, and unique experiences designed to inspire curiosity for every age.

• Location: Plano Event Center, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, TX 75074.
• Date: Saturday, January 16, 2026, and Sunday, January 17, 2026.
• Time: Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm. 
• Admission: $11 per person. Children 12 and under are FREE--cash and credit cards accepted at the door. Get a $1 discount for cash.
• Explore operating train layouts, interactive exhibits, family-friendly attractions, and unique experiences designed to inspire curiosity for every age.

• Location: Dorval Arena. 1450 Dawson Ave, Dorval. H9S 1Y4.
• Date:  Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, 6, 2027
• Time: Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
• Admission: $15.00 for adults, $10.00 for children.

• Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Rd, Longmont, CO 80501.
• Date: Friday, December 11, 2026, Saturday, December 12, 2026, and Sunday, December 13, 2026.
• Time: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 10 am - 5 pm.
• Admission: Adults: $8, Seniors: $5, 12 and under FREE with an adult.
• Refreshments, prizes, layouts, Vendors, and FREE parking.
• For more information and any changes, contact: https://www.bmrconline.org/.

Join us for the NMRA National Convention 2027! Expand your horizons with model railroad insights, world class layouts, op sessions, keynotes, panel discussions, tutorials, clinics, prototype tours, contests, modular layouts and camaraderie with fellow enthusiasts from around the world. Whether you're a seasoned modeler or just starting out, there's something for you!

All aboard for an unforgettable week in the Northeast!

For the first time in nearly two decades, the NMRA National Convention will return to the Northeast in 2028.

Join us August 1-6, 2028 for six days packed with inspiration, learning, and railroad fun, including: 

• Location: Priddy, Texas
• Date: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 to Sunday, October 11, 2026.
• Time: 9:00 am to Early Evening.
• Admission: Contact CIGrailroad [at] gmail.com for an invitation.
• Car Card Operations: Oct 7-9 2026 
• Open Running: Oct 7 to Oct 09, 2026 after 4:00 pm and  Oct 10-11, 2026 all day.
• The C&IG features a bidirectional mainline run of over 7,800' of 7-1/2" gauge track on 20 acres.

• Location: 900 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX.
• Date: Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30, 2026.
• Time: Saturday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; Sunday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
• Admission:  $9 in advance or $10 at the door (includes both days; children 12 and under FREE; $1 military/first responder discount at the door).
• Over 25,000 square feet of railroading fun for the whole family! Operating model railroads, vendors, clinics, raffle, train ride for the kids, home layout tour included.