Events & Train Rides
Upcoming Events
Clear out the Attic Sale
📅 Saturday May 9th, 2026 ⌚ 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Selling & buying of railway related memorabilia, books, documents, fine China, tools, collectibles, antiques, odds & ends, and model train items.
The Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario takes donations of your railway related eartifacts.
Contact the museum for vendor space.
Mother's Day Afternoon Tea in the Dining Car
📅 Sunday May 10th, 2026 ⌚ 1:00 - 3:30 PM
Take a trip back in time and enjoy afternoon tea in our 1899-era 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 10, 2026 ⌚ 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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Father's Day Train Rides
📅 Sunday, June 21, 2026 ⌚ 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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Previous Events
RMEO Modular Rally
📅 Saturday, April 18th 2026 ⌚ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Join us to celebrate a day of model railroading with layouts from local legends! See how little trains make a big impression.
Have a layout you'd like to show off? Contact us at info@rmeo.org.
The Easter Eggspress
📅 Saturday, April 4th & Sunday April 5th, 2026 ⌚ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Spring into family fun at the Easter Egg-spress! Enjoy a ride in a vintage caboose, visit the petting zoo, and explore our children’s S.T.E.A.M. Car. The fun continues with a scavenger hunt, bunny face painting, train tables, Easter crafts, and more.
General admission is available upon arrival.
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The North Pole Express
📅 Saturdays - Nov 29, Dec 6, Dec 13, 2025
⌚ 10 AM - 6 PM
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Thanksgiving Train Rides
📅 Saturday October 11th ⌚ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Join us for caboose rides, yard games, museum tours, hay rides, and festive fun as we celebrate fall!
General admission is available upon arrival.
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Afternoon Tea in the Dining Car
📅 Sunday, September 28th, 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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Hallow's Express Train Rides
📅 Saturday, Sept 20, 2025 ⌚ 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for a magical wizarding event: The Hallow's Express!
Experience a magical adventure like no other. Don your robes, grab your wand and hop aboard The Hallow's Express, the perfect event for witches and wizards of every age! (Muggles welcome too)
Immerse yourself in the wizarding world of the RMEO station! Get your acceptance letter, get sorted into your house, and meet the faculty. Whether you're attending classes, enjoying a butterbeer, or participating in the duelling club; there's something for everyone at the Hallows Express!
General Admission is available at the door.
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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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