The shriek of the train whistle, a wave from a cheerful conductor, and the romance of the rails — it all adds up to a love of trains! The clackety-clack of a train captures the imagination of everyone from the littlest tykes to their parents and grandparents. This April, it’s all aboard for the perfect family day with SUPERTRAIN, Canada’s biggest and best Model Train Show, organized by the Calgary Model Railway Society!
SUPERTRAIN is Canada’s largest train show and has been for more than 30 years. But there’s even BIGGER news for this year’s show, with a new venue! This year, SUPERTRAIN will be at the Olympic Oval at the University of Calgary. That means more than twice the show space, lots of nearby parking, and easy access from Calgary Transit.
Over 100 exhibitors from all over North America will be at SUPERTRAIN on Saturday and Sunday, April 5 – 6, 2025. Families will enjoy operating model railroad layouts, Lionel, Lego and Thomas trains, and model building demonstrations. You can check out historical associations, railroad art and photos, hobby shops, manufacturers, and much more. The kids will love the Children’s Play Area, with large Thomas and Lego tables – all waiting to be enjoyed. Plus, Iron Horse Park will be back with their free ride-on trains!
Organized model railroading in Calgary goes back to 1934, when the first club, Calgary Model Trainmen, was started. In 1994, several model train clubs collaborated to put on one major Model Train Show for the public. Years later, after several outgrown venues, you can see how this train show has evolved into the two amazing days you can visit this year. Be sure to check out presentations and live demonstrations on how you can get started in model railroading because members of all the clubs love to share what inspired them!
SUPERTRAIN is one of Calgary’s top events because it’s fun, affordable, and family-friendly. Many people went to their first SUPERTRAIN show in a stroller with their parents and are now back with their own children, sharing the love of trains and family time. Adult admission is $15, kids ages 7 – 16 are $5, and children 6 and under get in for FREE. Plus, SUPERTRAIN is proud to support the Calgary Food Bank and they welcome your non-perishable food donations.
Plan a day at SUPERTRAIN to amaze and delight your family, from toddlers to grandparents. Indulge your train lover’s passion with a day on the (mini) rails and family fun activities for everyone this spring!
SUPERTRAIN:
When: April 5 – 6, 2025
Time: 9 am – 5 pm
Where: Olympic Oval, University of Calgary
Address: 288 Collegiate Blvd NW, Calgary, AB
Phone: 403-590-2833
Website: www.supertrain.ca
Email: info@supertrain.ca
