Los Angeles Union Station, with presenting partners Metro, Amtrak and Metrolink, will once again welcome train enthusiasts from Southern California and beyond to learn, explore and celebrate all things rail at the much-anticipated Train Festival 2025: LA’s Spirit in Motion. This free, open-to-the-public community event is set for Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and will offer visitors a dynamic lineup of railroad equipment tours and displays, model train exhibits, interactive information booths, live entertainment, giveaways, family-friendly activities and much more – all in celebration of Los Angeles’ vibrant rail history and its evolving role in the city’s future.
Los Angeles Union Station, along with its presenting and exhibit partners, is excited to celebrate the far-reaching legacy of rail in Southern California and welcomes all to join in these one-of-a-kind festivities. This is a FREE event for all ages. Tickets are not required.
Tracks 13, 14, and 15 – Railroad Equipment Tours & Displays: Tour and view displays of railroad equipment such as the steam locomotive, Santa Fe 3751 of the San Bernardino Railroad Historical Society (SBRHS) and additional train equipment displays from Amtrak, Metrolink, LARail.com and the Pacific Railroad Society.
Ticket Concourse – Model Train Displays: Immerse in four masterfully constructed model train displays created by model train partners include Southern California Z Scale Model Railroading Group, Group 160 NTRAK Club, Southern California S Gaugers Club, Southern California Traction Club.
South Patio – Information Booths: Interact with information booths and speak with industry experts from Metro, Metrolink, Amtrak, California High-Speed Rail Authority. Metro will distribute commemorative TAP (Transit Assistance Program) cards for attendees throughout the weekend, while supplies last. In addition, California High-Speed Rail Authority will debut an exciting virtual reality experience.
Fred Harvey – Architecture, Arts & Culture Tours, Activities: Learn about the fascinating architecture, art and history at docent stands from Metro Art and Los Angeles Conservancy. For a unique guided experience, join California Preservation Foundation for one of four Hidden Gems tours through Doors Open California. Also experience the kid’s zone where junior conductors will receive conductor hats and enjoy photo opportunities posing with Travel Town Museum’s restored Railway Express Agency delivery truck.
Waiting Room and Throughout the Station – Giveaways and Merchandise: Visit and receive stamps at designated event stops to redeem completed Train Festival Experience Passes for a limited-edition poster and commemorative pin, while supplies last. For more keepsakes, Metro Shop will be selling an assortment of Metro branded clothing and accessories and Merch Motel will be selling limited-edition merchandise inspired by the iconography of Los Angeles Union Station.
We hope to see you there!
Go Metro! Union Station is accessible via Metro Rail, Metro Bus, Metro Bike Share, Metrolink, Amtrak and several municipal bus lines. Take the B, D, J or A Line directly to Union Station. Plan your trip using the Transit app, the trip planner at metro.net or by calling 323.GO.METRO.
Park at Union Station East or West garages, starting at $8.
SAVE THE DATE! ๐ Los Angeles Union Stationโs Train Festival 2025: LAโs Spirit in Motion! will take place on Saturday and Sunday, September 20th - 21st, from 10 AM to 6 PM daily.
๐ Rail Equipment
๐Model Train Displays
๐โโ๏ธ Information Booths
๐๏ธ Architecture, Arts & Culture Tours and Displays
๐ถ Live Music
See you in September!
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