York Train Fair

October 2026 Meet
2026-10-20 00:00 - 2026-10-24 23:59 UTC | York Expo Center, 334 Carlisle Ave, York, PA, 17404, United States
Presented by the Eastern Division, Train Collectors Association (TCA)October 20–24, 2026 | York Expo Center, York, Pennsylvania
Get ready for the October 2026 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 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:
Monday, October 19

Dealer Setup: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday, October 20:

Dealer Setup: 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM

Show Open: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday, October 21:

Dealer Setup: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM

Show Open: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday, October 22:

Dealer Setup: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM

Show Open: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

🕰️ Full Meet Schedule: October 23–24
📋 Registration Hours (Main Lobby)
Wednesday, October 21: TBDThursday, October 22: TBDFriday, October 23: TBDSaturday, October 24: TBD

🧰 Dealer Halls (Orange, Purple, Commercial)
🚛 Dealer Set-Up Only (No Public Entry):
Thursday, October 22: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday, October 23: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AMSaturday, October 24: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
🕗 Dealer Halls Open to Attendees:
Friday, October 23: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMSaturday, October 24: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

🔵 Member Halls (Blue, Red, Silver, White)
🔧 Member Set-Up Times (TCA Members Only):
Thursday, October 22: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday, October 23: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AMSaturday, October 24: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
🕗 Member Halls Open to Attendees (TCA Members/ Only):
Friday, October 23: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PMSaturday, October 24: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

🎟️ Public Admission: Saturday
The general public is welcome to attend the Dealer Halls on:Saturday, October 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.

April 2026 Meet
2026-04-20 00:00 - 2026-04-25 23:59
Presented by the Eastern Division, Train Collectors Association (TCA)
April 20–25, 2026 | York Expo Center, York, Pennsylvania
Get ready for the April 2026 York Train Meet, 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:
Monday, April 20

Dealer Setup: 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM
General Access: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday, April 21: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday, April 22: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM

🕰️ Full Meet Schedule: April 23–25
📋 Registration Hours (Main Lobby)
Wednesday, April 22: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday, April 23: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday, April 24: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, April 25: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

🧰 Dealer Halls (Orange, Purple, Commercial)
🚛 Dealer Set-Up Only (No Public Entry):
Wednesday, April 22: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday, April 23: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Friday & Saturday (April 24–25): 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
🕗 Dealer Halls Open to Attendees:
Thursday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM (TCA Members Only)
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

🔵 Member Halls (Blue, Red, Silver, White)
🔧 Member Set-Up Times (TCA Members Only):
Thursday, April 23: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Friday & Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
🕗 Member Halls Open to Attendees (TCA Members Only):
Thursday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

🎟️ Public Admission: Friday & Saturday
The general public is welcome to attend the Dealer Halls on:
Friday, April 24: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, April 25: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🎫 Public tickets available at the gate — no TCA membership required on public days.

✨ 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.

October 2025 Meet
2025-10-20 00:00 - 2025-10-25 23:59
Presented by the Eastern Division, Train Collectors Association (TCA)
October 20–25, 2025 | York Expo Center, York, Pennsylvania
Get ready for the October 2025 York Train Meet, 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 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:

Monday, October 20

Dealer Setup: 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM
General Access: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday, October 21: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday, October 22: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM

🕰️ Full Meet Schedule: October 23–25
📋 Registration Hours (Main Lobby)

Wednesday, October 22: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday, October 23: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday, October 24: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, October 25: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

🧰 Dealer Halls (Orange, Purple, Commercial)
🚛 Dealer Set-Up Only (No Public Entry):

Wednesday, October 22: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday, October 23: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Friday & Saturday (Oct 24–25): 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

🕗 Dealer Halls Open to Attendees:

Thursday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM (TCA members only)
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

🔵 Member Halls (Blue, Red, Silver, White)
🔧 Member Set-Up Times (TCA Members Only):

Thursday, October 23: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Friday & Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

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

Thursday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

🎟️ Public Admission: Friday & Saturday
The general public is welcome to attend the Dealer Halls on:

Friday, October 24: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, October 25: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

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

✨ 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.
