Special Events Calendar

2026 Events

  • October 10, 2026 - You are invited to the P&C Railroad Open House! Visit Patrick Cudzilo’s Lionel O Gauge layout and Lionel collection. The open house begins at 12 noon until???  Bring your own engines and rolling stock to run on the layout! This is a stop in and stay as long as you like special events. A light lunch will be available. Questions? And RSVP to Patrick Cudzilo by October 3, 2026, at patrickcudzilo@gmail.com. Address: 8469 W 91st Avenue, St. John, Indiana 46373.
  • October 23-24, 2026 - The Lionel Collectors Club of America is excited to be at the TCA Fall York Meet with a full Membership & Sales Booth in Orange Hall, KK‑6. Stop by and spend time with President‑Elect Kevin Davis, Former Officials Bill Schmeelk, Dave Miller, and Sal Gambino throughout the meet.

    Members and guests can enjoy:

    • Club Product Sales including brand‑new Convention items

    • On‑site raffle with great prizes

    • Meet & Greet with club leadership

    • New membership signup right at the booth

    Whether you’re renewing friendships, discovering new products, or joining the club for the first time, KK‑6 is the place to be at Fall York.

    Click here for full meet details.

  • October 23-24, 2026 - LCCA FasTrack Modular Railroad Program Returns to Fall York

    The Lionel Collectors Club of America invites you to visit the Kids Creek Railroad as they once again fill the Orange Hall promenade with a multi-club LCCA FasTrack Modular Railroad, a layout that has become a signature attraction of the York Train Meet.

    This York, Kids Creek Railroad is joined by fellow modular groups including Mod Squad, Lititz Lines, and additional guest operators who help bring the layout to life all weekend long.

    Clubs interested in participating in York modular displays are welcome to reach out. Contact Kevin Davis at o-gauge@outlook.com for details.
  • October 24-25, 2026 - The Wichita Toy Train Club invites you to their 32nd Annual Train Show, held October 24–25, 2026 at the Textron Aviation Employee Club in Wichita, Kansas. This family‑friendly event features operating layouts, vendors, and activities for train lovers of all ages.

    Show Hours • Saturday, October 24: 9 AM – 5 PM • Sunday, October 25: 10 AM – 3 PM

    Location Textron Aviation Employee Club, 2744 George Washington Blvd. Wichita, KS

    Admission Adults: $8 Children 12 & under: Free with paid adult

    For more information, visit wichitatoytrainmuseum.org.

  • November 14-15, 2026 - OKC Train Show, Bennett Event Center, Oklahoma State Fairgrounds, 3101 Gordon Blvd.


    Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM, Sunday 10 AM to 4 PM

    120,000 square feet of operating trains, vendors, exhibitors, manufacturers, clinics, etc.!

    More information at: okctrainshow@omratrains.org
  • December 5-6, 2026 - Join the Lone Star Hi‑Railers as they present TRAIN‑A‑PALOOZA, a two‑day Christmas Model Train Show in the heart of the Christmas Capital of Texas. Join families, hobbyists, and clubs from across the region at the Grapevine Convention Center for a weekend filled with operating layouts, vendors, and holiday fun.

    Don't miss out the opportunity to meet the LCCA's President, Andy Dubill as he works the crowd and shares his love of the hobby.

    For complete information and tickets, click here.

  • December 12–13, 2026 - The Rappahannock Model Railroaders’ 29th Annual Christmas Model Train Show will be held at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge #4123 in Fredericksburg, VA. This community non‑profit event features operating layouts in G, O, S, HO, N, Z, and LEGO, dealer tables, raffles for new HO and Lionel O train sets, prizes, and kids’ activities. Santa and Mrs. Claus will appear both days. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for youth 13–17, and free for children 12 and under. Plenty of free parking is available.

    Click Here to Download the Flyer

  • November 7-8, 2026 - The LCCA is proud to attend Trainfest, where LCCA members will be staffing a Membership Booth co‑located with our friends at Lionel. Stop by to meet fellow hobbyists, learn more about the club, and enjoy one of the largest train shows in the country.

    What you will find from the LCCA at Trainfest
    • Membership Signup – Join the club right at the show
    • Meet LCCA Members – Connect with club volunteers and leadership
    • An operating FasTrack Modular Railroad, provided by Modular Railroad Partners
    • Kid's Club Director, Patrick C and his fun filled kid friendly activities

    For more information about the show and tickets, click here.

2027 Events

  • July 19-24, 2027 - LCCA Annual Convention in Cincinnati, OH

    For all the latest information about the 2027 Cincinnati Convention, follow our blog.

  • January 30-31, 2027 -  Amherst Railroad Hobby Show – We’re Back After Snowmageddon!

    LCCA returns to the 2027 Amherst Railroad Hobby Show bigger and better than ever. After last year’s Snowmageddon shut down most of the fairgrounds, our team and the Kids Creek Railroad kept the trains running. This year, we’re bringing a membership table, the multi‑club FasTrack Modular Railroad, raffles, meet‑and‑greets, and a full weekend of family‑friendly excitement. No blizzard required.

    Please contact Kevin Davis if you would like to volunteer with the Kids Creek Railroad.

    Please click here for complete show details and ticket information.

 

The LCCA is pleased to allow local train clubs to share information on their special events held locally around the country.  LCCA members can share information and a flier for these events with our Special Event Manager (Contact) who approves each event for posting.  LCCA Conventions and other club events will also be posted on the calendar.