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SUMMARY:Great Lakes Large Scale Train Expo
DESCRIPTION:For 2026\, the Great Lakes Large Scale Train Expo and Midwest Garden Railroad Gathering have come together to create a bigger\, more dynamic experience for everyone in the large‑scale railroading community. This partnership brings the best of both worlds into one coordinated event—combining the depth and camaraderie of the Gathering with the energy and excitement of the Expo. \nBy joining forces\, we’re able to offer: \nA full Five days of activities\, giving attendees more reasons to travel and stay.\nA seamless experience where Gathering registrants automatically enjoy full access to the Expo without needing a separate ticket.\nMore value for vendors\, exhibitors\, and attendees\, thanks to increased foot traffic\, broader programming\, and a unified promotional effort.\nA stronger regional event that highlights every corner of the hobby—from hands‑on clinics and private layout tours to shopping\, displays\, and demonstrations.\nA welcoming\, community‑focused environment where newcomers\, families\, and longtime hobbyists can all find something to enjoy.\nBringing the Expo and Gathering together allows us to celebrate the hobby on a larger scale\, support our vendors and hosts more effectively\, and create a memorable experience that reflects the passion and creativity of our community. \n2026 is shaping up to be something truly special—and we’re excited because it’s going to be GREAT seeing everyone Gathered there!
URL:https://tbto.org/event/great-lakes-large-scale-train-expo/
LOCATION:Metroplex Expo Center\, 1620 Motor Inn Dr\, Girard\, OH\, 44420\, United States
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SUMMARY:9th Annual Spring into Trains Show
DESCRIPTION:May 23rd – 24th\, 2026\nSaturday 9 am – 5 pm\nSunday 10 am – 4 pm\nJim Graham Building\, North Carolina State Fairgrounds\, Raleigh\, NC.\n4285 Trinity Road\, Raleigh\, NC 27607\nEnter at Gate 9 on Trinity Road \nAdmission: $10 covers both days \nChildren 12 and under admitted free with adult \n97\,000 sq. ft. of Railroading including vendors and multiple layouts in different scales.
URL:https://tbto.org/event/9th-annual-spring-into-trains-show/
LOCATION:North Carolina State Fairgrounds\, Jim Graham Bldg\, 4285 Trinity Road\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27607\, United States
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SUMMARY:9th Annual Spring into Trains Show
DESCRIPTION:May 23rd – 24th\, 2026\nSaturday 9 am – 5 pm\nSunday 10 am – 4 pm\nJim Graham Building\, North Carolina State Fairgrounds\, Raleigh\, NC.\n4285 Trinity Road\, Raleigh\, NC 27607\nEnter at Gate 9 on Trinity Road \nAdmission: $10 covers both days \nChildren 12 and under admitted free with adult \n97\,000 sq. ft. of Railroading including vendors and multiple layouts in different scales.
URL:https://tbto.org/event/9th-annual-spring-into-trains-show-2/
LOCATION:North Carolina State Fairgrounds\, Jim Graham Bldg\, 4285 Trinity Road\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27607\, United States
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SUMMARY:TBTO Train Display
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URL:https://tbto.org/event/tbto-train-display/
LOCATION:Chesapeake Central Library\, 298 Cedar Road\, Chesapeake\, VA\, 23322\, United States
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SUMMARY:Big Train Operators (BTO) Convention
DESCRIPTION:Who is ready for a convention?\nThe Big Train Operator Club’s annual convention is set and now is the time to make your reservations at the hotel. The convention this year will be in the Wilkes Barre/Scranton area of Pennsylvania from July 19-24\, 2026. \nThe host hotel is the DoubleTree by Hilton Wilkes Barre. The room rate is $139 a night\, double occupancy with breakfast and parking included. To make your reservations for your guest room\, you may call the hotel directly at (570) 822-1011 and use Group Code “BTO”. You may also reserve your room online at the following link\, https://group.doubletree.com/u1p6ba \nCut off date for hotel reservations is Friday\, June 19\, 2026. \nThe excursions will include the Reading and Northern Railroad – Passenger Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway; the The Stourbridge Line\,Wayne County Historical Society museum\, Cranker’s Collection of Mechanical Marvels and finally to Steamtown National Historic Site and the Electric City Trolley Museum in Scranton\, PA. \nThe Registration form for the convention will be available soon and will also be included in your next BTO Magazine. If anyone has questions\, please let me know and I will help you.Also as a reminder for all the members of the Clubs Facebook page\, you must be a dues paying member of our club to attend the convention. The annual dues are a great value for what you receive. You may join at the following link\, https://bigtrainoperator.com/Info/join_us.shtmlTimothy StumpPresident and Convention ChairmanBig Train Operator Club\, Inc.president@bigtrainoperator.comwww.bigtrainoperator.com \n 
URL:https://tbto.org/event/big-train-operators-bto-convention/
LOCATION:VA
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SUMMARY:2027 National Garden Railway Convention
DESCRIPTION:The Nashville Area Garden Railroaders proudly announces the 2027 National Garden Railway Convention they are hosting May 31 to June 5\, 2027 in Nashville\, TN. Several new garden railroad layouts will be included on the tours\, informative clinics that will inspire beginner and experienced garden railroaders along with Making Trains Fun youth clinics will be conducted. Other special activities the whole family can enjoy will be the Grand Ole Opry and the General Jackson show boat.
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LOCATION:VA
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