Trainfest — America's Largest Operating Model Railroad Show

Trainfest has earned its billing as America's largest operating model railroad show. Held each November at Milwaukee's Baird Center, this spectacular two-day event fills the convention center with running trains. Unlike shows focused on vendors, Trainfest puts operating layouts front and center. Dozens of clubs and individuals bring modular and portable layouts in every scale, creating a mesmerizing display of trains in motion. The vendor hall offers excellent shopping, and clinics provide educational opportunities, but the main attraction is simply watching trains run. Families, newcomers, and experienced modelers alike are captivated by the variety and quality of the layouts on display.