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Model Train Show — Kalamazoo Model Railroad Historical Society

  • Run by Kalamazoo Model Railroad Historical Society
  • Kalamazoo County Expo Center — Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States

Next: Nov 1, 2026

An annual model train show and sale at the Kalamazoo County Expo Center in Kalamazoo, Michigan, presented by the Kalamazoo Model Railroad Historical Society, with club layouts and more than 180 vendor tables.

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Next edition

Nov 1, 2026

Sunday, 10 am–3 pm. More than 180 vendor tables and running layouts from local clubs.

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About this event

The Kalamazoo Model Railroad Historical Society, a 501(c)(3) established in 1951, presents its Annual Model Train Show at the Kalamazoo County Expo Center. The society describes it as a place for people adding to a layout or just starting in the hobby.

Vendors sell model railroading supplies, toy trains, railroading memorabilia and collectibles, and the society says there are more than 180 vendor tables. Local clubs bring running layouts, and the club members are glad to talk about model railroading and current trends.

What to expect

Vendor tables selling model railroading supplies, toy trains, memorabilia and collectibles, plus running layouts from local clubs. The society says club members are happy to discuss the hobby and current trends.

Practical info

Held at the Kalamazoo County Expo Center, 2900 Lake Street, Kalamazoo, Michigan. Children 12 and under are admitted free with an adult. The society publishes a map link on its show page. Questions go to trainshow@kmrhs.org; vendors who want a table write to vendors@kmrhs.org.

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Where to watch trains within 100 km of Kalamazoo.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Kalamazoo model train show held?▾
At the Kalamazoo County Expo Center, 2900 Lake Street, Kalamazoo, Michigan, according to the society.
Who runs the show?▾
The Kalamazoo Model Railroad Historical Society, a 501(c)(3) organization established in 1951.
What can I find at the show?▾
Model railroading supplies, toy trains, railroading memorabilia and collectibles from more than 180 vendor tables, and running layouts from local clubs.
Are children admitted free?▾
Yes. The society says kids 12 and under are free with an adult.
How do I rent a vendor table?▾
The society asks vendors to write to vendors@kmrhs.org.

Sources

Dates checked on Oct 15, 2026 from the official site: kmrhs.org. Schedules can change — always confirm with the operator before you travel.

Official website: kmrhs.org

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