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Washinton State History Museums 28th Annual Model Train Festival

September 26, 2025

Celebrate the season at the Washington State History Museum’s 28th Annual Model Train Festival

 

 

Tacoma, WA – The Model Train Festival is set to return to the Washington State History Museum from December 20, 2024, through January 1, 2025. Model train clubs from around the region will share beautifully detailed and expansive layouts throughout four floors of the museum. This Tacoma holiday tradition has brought together generations of families, friends, and train enthusiasts throughout the Pacific Northwest for 28 years.

The Model Train Festival opens on Friday, December 20, 2024, and operates daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM through January 1, 2025. The museum will be closed on December 24 and 25.

Model Train Festival and access to the museum is included with general admission. Washington State Historical Society members enjoy free admission and a 10% discount in the museum store. Advanced tickets are recommended and are available online or at the door. Get all the details at www.ModelTrainFestival.org.

Admission: FREE for members; $17 adults; $14 seniors (age 65+) and military (with ID); $11 students (age 6-17) $11. Through the Museums for All program and licensed Washington Foster Parents can attend for $1 per person or $2 per family.

Address: 1911 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98402

Hours: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM Tues.-Sun. Open daily 10:00 AM-5:00 PM and closed December 24 & 25 during Model Train Festival