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SUMMARY:Great Train Show & World's Greatest Hobby | OC Fair & Event Center\, Costa Mesa
DESCRIPTION:February 14-15\, 2026 \nOC Fair & Event Center hosts the Great Train Show featuring 300+ tables of trains for sale\, huge operating model train displays\, and family activities. \nDealers from across the country showcase engines\, rolling stock\, scenery\, track\, books\, magazines\, collectibles\, and more. Watch massive operating model railroads in G Scale\, HO Scale\, N Scale\, O Gauge\, On30\, Z Scale\, and LEGO displays. Kids can enjoy a riding train\, bounce houses including a Thomas the Tank Engine bounce house\, and games. Free workshops\, demonstrations\, and a test track allow visitors to test run their trains at the show. \nShow highlights: \n\n300+ tables of trains and accessories for sale\n13+ operating model railroad displays\nRiding train for kids\nThomas the Tank Engine bounce house\nGames and activities for children\nFree workshops and demonstrations\nFree test track\n\nAdvance tickets are $13 for adults on Saturday (good for both days) and $12 on Sunday when purchased online. Onsite admission is $15 on Saturday and $14 on Sunday (cash only). Kids 11 and under are free with an adult and do not require a ticket. Parking is $15. \n————— \nWhat can families see at the Great Train Show?\nFamilies can see 300+ vendor tables\, 13+ operating model railroad displays in various scales including G\, HO\, N\, O\, On30\, Z Scale\, and LEGO\, plus enjoy a riding train\, Thomas bounce house\, and games. \nDo you need tickets for the Great Train Show?\nYes\, advance online tickets are recommended and save $2 per adult. Purchase online through the Great Train Show website. \nHow much does the Great Train Show cost?\nOnline tickets are $13 for adults on Saturday (good for both days) and $12 for Sunday. Onsite admission is $15 Saturday and $14 Sunday (cash only). Kids 11 and under are free with an adult. Parking is $15. \nIs the Great Train Show good for all ages?\nYes\, the show is designed for the general public\, modelers\, hobbyists\, families\, and the curious. Kids 11 and under are free. \nWhat time does the Great Train Show open?\nThe show runs 10:00 AM-4:00 PM on both Saturday\, February 14 and Sunday\, February 15\, 2026. \nCan you test run trains at the Great Train Show?\nYes\, a free test track is available for visitors to test run their trains during the show. \nWhat scales of model trains are displayed?\nOperating displays include G Scale\, HO Scale\, N Scale\, O Gauge\, On30\, Z Scale\, 7.5-inch gauge live steam\, and LEGO trains. \nWhere is the show located at OC Fair & Event Center?\n88 Fair Dr\, Costa Mesa\, CA 92626. \nBefore You Go: Visit the Great Train Show website to purchase discounted advance tickets online and save $2 per adult. Parking is $15. Saturday tickets are good for both days. This event is organized by Great Train Shows\, the nation’s only coast-to-coast train show company. Kidsguide is an independent community resource helping families discover fun events across Southern California. \nLooking for more family fun? Explore more family-friendly events on our blog\, browse our calendar\, check out limited-time exhibits and experiences\, or subscribe to our newsletter for weekly updates. \n 
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LOCATION:OC Fair & Event Center\, 88 Fair Drive\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92626
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SUMMARY:Great Train Show at Del Mar Fairgrounds
DESCRIPTION:October 4-5\, 2025 \nThe Great Train Show is the nation’s only coast-to-coast model train show. The show is designed for the general public\, modelers\, hobbyists\, families\, and the just plain curious. Each show features hundreds of tables of trains and accessories for sale\, huge operating exhibits and more. \nActivities for kids include a riding train and interactive exhibits where kids can operated part of a layout or race model trains or cars. \nAdmission $13\, kids (ages 11 and under) are free.
URL:https://kidsguidemagazine.com/event/great-train-show-at-oc-fair-event-center/
LOCATION:Del Mar Fairgrounds\, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.\, Del Mar\, 92014
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SUMMARY:World's Greatest Hobby on Tour in Costa Mesa
DESCRIPTION:February 15-16\, 2025 \nThis interactive model railroad show brings the world of trains to life with rideable Thomas the Tank Engine trains\, hands-on play areas\, model railroad layouts\, and product demos. Visitors can explore hobby shops\, industry exhibits\, and how-to seminars\, making it a fun experience for both beginners and die-hard modelers. \nTickets are $15-25. Children under 16 are free. \n 
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LOCATION:OC Fair & Event Center\, 88 Fair Drive\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92626
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