Where is The Great Scale Model Train Show located?

The event takes place at the Maryland State Fairgrounds Cow Palace in Timonium, Maryland.

When is the next show date?

Scheduled for Saturday, October 31, 2026 through Sunday, November 1, 2026.

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Saturday, October 31, 2026 through Sunday, November 1, 2026

Model Train Shows

The Great Scale Model Train Show

Name: The Great Scale Model Train Show
Start: 2026-10-31
End: 2026-11-01
Location: Maryland State Fairgrounds, Cow Palace

Maryland State Fairgrounds, Cow Palace · Timonium, MD

The Great Scale Model Train Show takes place Saturday, October 31, 2026 through Sunday, November 1, 2026 at Maryland State Fairgrounds, Cow Palace, 2200 York Rd, Timonium, Maryland, 21093. Admission is not listed. Source verified; listing updated Oct 13, 2026.

The Great Scale Model Train Show is a major gathering for rail enthusiasts held at the Maryland State Fairgrounds Cow Palace. Known as a large-scale event, it brings together a wide variety of model train displays and vendors. Attendees can explore intricate layouts and connect with the collecting community in Timonium.

When

Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 through Sunday, November 1, 2026
Hours: Sat: 9am-5pm, Sun: 9am-3pmTimes shown in EDT, local to the venue.
As listed: “2026-10-31 to 2026-11-01”

Where

Venue: Maryland State Fairgrounds, Cow Palace (Fairgrounds)
Address: 2200 York Rd · Timonium, Maryland · 21093
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Parking: Free parking is available.
Access: Not listed — contact the venue about your access needs.

Admission

Price: Not listed — check the official event source before attending.
Age or family guidance: Not listed — check the organizer's age restrictions and children's admission rules.

Contact

Phone: (301) 221-7996

Frequently asked

Where is The Great Scale Model Train Show located?: The event takes place at the Maryland State Fairgrounds Cow Palace in Timonium, Maryland.
When is the next show date?: Scheduled for Saturday, October 31, 2026 through Sunday, November 1, 2026.

Sources

Facts on this page trace to these 7 sources — last retrieved Oct 13, 2026.

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