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April 2027 Meet

April 20, 2027 – April 24, 2027

Presented by the Eastern Division, Train Collectors Association (TCA)
April 20–24, 2027 | York Expo Center, York, Pennsylvania

Get ready for the April 2027 York Train Fair, the world’s largest model train event, proudly hosted by the Eastern Division of the Train Collectors Association (TCA). Held at the expansive York Expo Center, this multi-day celebration brings together train collectors, operators, dealers, and enthusiasts from across the country for an unforgettable week of trains, trading, learning, and fun.

🟣 Purple Hall Pre-Show: April 20–22

Begin your York experience early with the Purple Hall Pre-Show, open to all. This special pre-show features hundreds of tables and early access shopping before the main halls open.

Pre-Show Hours:

Tuesday, April 20:

  • Dealer Setup: TBD

  • Show Open: TBD

Wednesday, April 21:

  • Dealer Setup: TBD

  • Show Open: TBD

Thursday, April 22:

  • Dealer Setup: TBD

  • Show Open: TBD

🕰️ Full Meet Schedule: April 23–24

📋 Registration Hours (Main Lobby)

Thursday, April 22: TBD
Friday, April 23: TBD
Saturday, April 24: TBD

🧰 Dealer Halls (Orange, Purple, Commercial)

🚛 Dealer Set-Up Only (No Public Entry):

Thursday, April 22: TBD
Friday, April 23: TBD
Saturday, April 24: TBD

🕗 Dealer Halls Open to Attendees:

Friday, April 23: TBD
Saturday, April 24: TBD

🔵 Member Halls (Blue, Red, Silver, White)

🔧 Member Set-Up Times (TCA Members Only):

Thursday, April 22: TBD
Friday, April 23: TBD
Saturday, April 24: TBD

🕗 Member Halls Open to Attendees (TCA Members/ Only):

Friday, April 23: TBD
Saturday, April 24: TBD

🎟️ Public Admission: Saturday

The general public is welcome to attend the Dealer Halls on:
Saturday, April 24

🎫 Public tickets available at the gate — no TCA membership required on public days.

Non-Member TCA One-Day Trial TCA Membership Pass Available Friday or Saturday ($20.00 One-Day Trial Pass Provides One-Time Access to All Seven Halls)

✨ What You’ll Find at York

  • Thousands of tables with trains of all makes, gauges, and vintages

  • Collector-grade rarities and the latest model railroading releases

  • Operating layouts in multiple scales

  • Manufacturer booths and factory reps

  • Educational clinics, layout ideas, and family-friendly fun

  • A welcoming community of fellow train lovers

🛤 Whether you’re a serious collector or a curious newcomer, York is where the model train community comes to life.

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