National Train Day Returns – May 9 & 10, 2026

Train Day Event Details

When: Saturday, May 9 & Sunday, May 10
Time: 10:00am-6:00pm
Admission: $5 General Admission | Free for ORHC Members and Infants (under age 3)

Get ready for two full days of steam, history, and railroad excitement at the Oregon Rail Heritage Center’s annual National Train Day Celebration! This year, we’re going bigger — with two action-packed days of family fun, historic locomotives, and unforgettable railroading experiences.

Join us Saturday, May 9 and Sunday, May 10, as we celebrate the rich legacy of rail transportation and bring some of the Northwest’s most iconic locomotives to life. See the legendary Spokane, Portland & Seattle 700 under steam, get up close to the Southern Pacific 4449, watch the historic Brooklyn Turntable in operation, and experience the sights, sounds, and energy of living railroad history up close.

There will be something for everyone to enjoy, including:

SP&S 700 under steam
SP 4449 on view in the yard
Cab viewings of these legendary locomotives
Turntable demonstrations
Model railroad displays from local clubs and enthusiasts
Food trucks and refreshments
Family-friendly activities
Opportunities to explore the museum and rail yard
And plenty of railroading excitement all weekend long!

Whether you’re a lifelong railfan, a family looking for a fun weekend outing, or simply curious to experience a unique piece of Portland history, National Train Day is one of our biggest and most exciting events of the year — and we’d love to see you here.

Purchase General Admission Tickets

Take the Ride — Steam Train Excursions Both Days!

Want to make your Train Day visit even more memorable? Hop aboard for a steam-powered excursion behind the historic Polson #2 locomotive and enjoy a ride you won’t soon forget.

These rides are always a crowd favorite and are one of the best ways to experience the power and romance of steam railroading firsthand.

Advance tickets are strongly recommended, as many departures are expected to sell out. A limited number of tickets may be available day-of at higher pricing. Admission to the Center is included with all train ride tickets.

Train Day Steam Train Excursions

Train Departure Times: 11:00am | 12:30pm | 2:00pm | 3:30pm | 5:00pm

Advance Train Ride Ticket Prices: Adult (14+) $25 | Senior (65+) & Military $22.50 | Child (3-13) $15 | Infant (under 3) Free | Family Pass (2 Adults & 2 Children) $72

Day-Of Train Ride Ticket Prices: Adult (14+) $30 | Senior (65+) & Military $27 | Child (3-13) $20 | Infant (under 3) Free | Family Pass (2 Adults & 2 Children) $90

Don’t miss it! From the thunder of steam locomotives to the joy of a train ride with family and friends, National Train Day is a celebration of railroad history you can see, hear, feel, and ride.

Mark your calendar, grab your tickets, and come celebrate with us!

Purchase Train Ride Tickets

Photos from Last Year’s Train Day!