Events & Train Rides

Upcoming Events

Afternoon Tea in the Dining Car

📅 Sunday, July 20th, 2025   ⌚ 1:00 – 3:30 PM

Enjoy finely cut sandwiches together with freshly baked scones served with fresh cream and strawberry preserve, followed by a delectable selection of afternoon teacakes and pastries. Choose from a selection of our gourmet teas while enjoying the ambiance of our beautiful formal dining car that is over a century old.

Travel back in time for this memorable unique afternoon tea experience.

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Trainfest 2025

📅 Saturday August 9th & Sunday August 10   ⌚ 10:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Join us for a day of family fun as we celebrate all things railways with something for everyone!

All aboard for vintage caboose rides, explore our interactive railway exhibits, and enjoy toe-tapping live music throughout the day. Little conductors will love the kids’ activity zone complete with a Thomas the Train bouncy castle and face painting, while grown-ups can browse unique finds from local food and artisan vendors. Whether you’re a train enthusiast or just looking for a great day out, Train Fest is your ticket to summer fun!

General admission is available upon arrival.

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Father’s Day Train Rides

📅 Sunday, June 15, 2025  ⌚ 10:00AM – 4:00PM

Join us for a day of celebrating dads at RMEO!

Take a train ride in our vintage caboose, then explore a unique display of historical WWII military vehicles from the Swords & Ploughshares Museum, along with vintage and collector cars from local Antique & Classic Car Clubs. Enjoy a wagon ride behind an antique Massey Ferguson tractor, tour our museum exhibits, and relax on the grounds with hot dogs available for purchase. Don’t forget to stop by the gift shop for great Father’s Day gift ideas!

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Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea in the Dining Car

📅 Sunday May 11, 2025   ⌚ 1:00 – 3:30 PM

Enjoy afternoon tea, a British tradition, in our 1899-era Dining Car. Take a trip back in time and enjoy this fine dining experience aboard our beautifully restored dining car.

Traditional Afternoon Tea features a gourmet selection of fine teas followed by a tiered stand featuring English scones with fresh cream and preserve, unique finger sandwiches and delicate pastries.

Tables of two and tables of 3 are available but space is very limited.

Dietary restrictions can be accommodated – please indicate when ordering.

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Mother’s Day Train Rides

📅 Sunday, May 11, 2025  ⌚ 10:00AM – 4:00PM

Celebrate Mom with a special day at RMEO!
Enjoy a scenic train ride in our vintage caboose, explore fascinating museum exhibits, and take part in fun family photo opportunities and kids’ crafts. Bring a picnic or enjoy hot dogs and treats available for purchase. It’s a day of relaxation, discovery, and celebrating moms — a memorable experience for the whole family!

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Hallow’s Express

📅 Saturday, Sept 21, 2024   ⌚ 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us for a magical wizarding event, The Hallow’s Express. 

Experience a magical adventure like no other. Dress up in your favorite costume and hop aboard The Hallow’s Express. Then immerse yourself in the wizarding world of the RMEO station, meet faculty members, get sorted into your houses, buy a chocolate frog from the trolley witch, get your acceptance letter, brew a potion, and snap a pic going through Station 9 3/4. Be ready to fight the dark arts!

General Admission is available at the door..

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The North Pole Express

📅 Saturdays – Nov 30, Dec 7, Dec 14, 2024   

🚂🎅 All Aboard the North Pole Express! 🎄🚂
 
Get ready for a journey to the heart of the holidays as we present the 2024 North Pole Express! It’s time to embrace the magic of the season and create cherished memories with family and friends.
 
 Step into a world of wonder as you board our festively decorated vintage trains. Santa Claus himself will be waiting to greet children and for professional photos in our 1899 Dining Car. Don’t forget to bring your wish lists; Santa’s elves will ensure your messages reach the North Pole from our telegraph office via Santa-gram.

🎄 Holiday Station 🎄
The fun doesn’t stop with the train ride. Explore our holiday station and the Museum grounds, featuring crackling fire-pits, carolers, warm refreshments, face-painting, reindeer games, vendors and more.

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The Easter Eggspress

📅 Saturday, April 19 and Sunday April 20, 2025   ⌚ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Bring the whole family for the Easter Eggspress. Enjoy a ride in one of our vintage cabooses, visit our petting zoo, pony rides and enjoy exploring our BRAND NEW CHILDREN’S S.T.E.A.M. CAR! There will be other activities including a scavenger hunt, bunny face painting, train tables, and an Easter craft.

Our rolling stock exhibits will be open such as our 1899-era Dining Car, Snow Plow, Boxcar, and Vintage Cabooses. Get up close and personal with our 1112 Steam Engine, 6591 Diesel Engine, our Cadillac Inspection CarWickham Inspection Vehicles, and our little Green Switcher.

Come out and celebrate spring at RMEO!