Texas

• Location: Little America Hotel, Cheyenne, WY
• Date: Thursday, May 13, 2027 to Saturday, May 15, 2027
• Time: Thursday, May 13, 2027, 3:00 pm to Saturday, May 15, 2027, 10:00 pm.
• Admission: Not available at the time of posting.
• Description of Event: What is happening?  Not available at the time of posting.
• More Information and any changes: Visit our website at https://www.mcor-nmra.org/.

This event is part of the NMRA (National Model Railroad Association), founded in 1935.

• Location: James E. Ward Agricultural Center, 945 E Baddour Pkwy, Lebanon, TN 37087.
• Date: Monday, May 31, 2027 to Saturday, June 5, 2027.
• Time: https://www.ngrc2027.org/schedule-1.
• Registration Packages: https://www.ngrc2027.org/registration.

• Location: Tacoma, WA
• Date: Tuesday, August 10, 2027 to Sunday, August 15, 2027.
• Join us for the NMRA National Convention 2027! Expand Your Horizons with model railroad insights, world-class layouts, op sessions, keynotes, panel discussions, tutorials, clinics, prototype tours, contests, modular layouts, and camaraderie with fellow enthusiasts from around the world. Whether you're a seasoned modeler or just starting, there's something for you!

• Location: Zube Park, 17802 Roberts Rd, Hockley, TX.
• Date: Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
• Time: Saturday, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
• Admission: Completely free (donations are appreciated).
• Food: Burgers and refreshments available.
• RSVP: info [at] texasgulfdivision.org 

• Location: Plano Event Center, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, TX 75074.
• Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026, and Sunday, September 27, 2026.
• Time: Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm.
• Admission: $11 per person. Children 12 and under are FREE--cash and credit cards accepted at the door. Get a $1 discount for cash.
• Explore operating train layouts, interactive exhibits, family-friendly attractions, and unique experiences designed to inspire curiosity for every age.

• Location: Plano Event Center, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, TX 75074.
• Date: Saturday, January 16, 2026, and Sunday, January 17, 2026.
• Time: Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm. 
• Admission: $11 per person. Children 12 and under are FREE--cash and credit cards accepted at the door. Get a $1 discount for cash.
• Explore operating train layouts, interactive exhibits, family-friendly attractions, and unique experiences designed to inspire curiosity for every age.

Modern model railroading has evolved far beyond simple transformers and analog tracks; it is now a highly advanced, multi-disciplinary hobby driven by custom electronics, automation, and digital manufacturing.

Here is a comprehensive breakdown of the advanced technologies driving modern model railroading layouts:

Command & Communication Infrastructure

• Location: Dorval Arena. 1450 Dawson Ave, Dorval. H9S 1Y4.
• Date:  Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, 6, 2027
• Time: Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
• Admission: $15.00 for adults, $10.00 for children.

• Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Rd, Longmont, CO 80501.
• Date: Friday, December 11, 2026, Saturday, December 12, 2026, and Sunday, December 13, 2026.
• Time: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 10 am - 5 pm.
• Admission: Adults: $8, Seniors: $5, 12 and under FREE with an adult.
• Refreshments, prizes, layouts, Vendors, and FREE parking.
• For more information and any changes, contact: https://www.bmrconline.org/.

Join us for the NMRA National Convention 2027! Expand your horizons with model railroad insights, world class layouts, op sessions, keynotes, panel discussions, tutorials, clinics, prototype tours, contests, modular layouts and camaraderie with fellow enthusiasts from around the world. Whether you're a seasoned modeler or just starting out, there's something for you!