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October 2027 Meet

October 19, 2027 – October 23, 2027

Presented by the Eastern Division, Train Collectors Association (TCA)
October 19–23, 2027 | York Expo Center, York, Pennsylvania

Get ready for the October 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: October 19–21

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, October 19

  • Dealer Setup: TBD

Wednesday, October 20:

  • Dealer Setup: TBD

  • Show Open: TBD

Thursday, October 21:

  • Dealer Setup: TBD

  • Show Open: TBD

🕰️ Full Meet Schedule: October 22–23

📋 Registration Hours (Main Lobby)

Thursday, October 21: TBD
Friday, October 22: TBD
Saturday, October 23: TBD

🧰 Dealer Halls (Orange, Purple, Commercial)

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

Thursday, October 21: TBD
Friday, October 22: TBD
Saturday, October 23: TBD

🕗 Dealer Halls Open to Attendees:

Friday, October 22: TBD
Saturday, October 23: TBD

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

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

Thursday, October 21: TBD
Friday, October 22: TBD
Saturday, October 23: TBD

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

Friday, October 22: TBD
Saturday, October 23: TBD

🎟️ Public Admission: Saturday

The general public is welcome to attend the Dealer Halls on:
Saturday, October 23

🎫 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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