Train Day @ Oregon Rail Heritage Center

Name: Train Day @ Oregon Rail Heritage Center
Start: 2026-05-09T10:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-05-10T18:00:00-07:00
Location: 2250 SE Water St, Portland, OR, United States, Oregon 97242

Schedule

Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 10 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

2250 SE Water St, Portland, OR, United States, Oregon 97242 | Portland, OR

Get ready for two full days of steam, history, and railroad excitement at the Oregon Rail Heritage Center’s annual National Train Day Celebration! This year, we’re going bigger — with two action-packed days of family fun, historic locomotives, and unforgettable railroading experiences.
Join us Saturday, May 9 and Sunday, May 10, as we celebrate the rich legacy of rail transportation and bring some of the Northwest’s most iconic locomotives to life. See the legendary Southern Pacific 4449 and Spokane, Portland & Seattle 700 under steam, watch the historic Brooklyn Turntable in operation, and experience the sights, sounds, and energy of living railroad history up close.
There will be something for everyone to enjoy, including:
SP 4449 and SP&S 700 under steam
Cab tours of these legendary locomotives
Turntable demonstrations
Model railroad displays from local clubs and enthusiasts
Food trucks and refreshments
Family-friendly activities
Opportunities to explore the museum and rail yard
And plenty of railroading excitement all weekend long!
Whether you’re a lifelong railfan, a family looking for a fun weekend outing, or simply curious to experience a unique piece of Portland history, National Train Day is one of our biggest and most exciting events of the year — and we’d love to see you here.