Railway Days at Heritage Park | Family Fun Calgary

All Aboard! It’s Time for Railway Days at Heritage Park

There’s something magical about trains that delights people of all ages. Trains crisscross our country as sturdy iron workhorses. But they also invoke a sense of romanticism and nostalgia, sparking our travel imagination. From September 19 – 20, 2026, it’s time to climb aboard for Railway Days at Heritage Park! Your family will enjoy an entire weekend dedicated to the park’s collection of historic rolling stock trains. This is your chance to see trains, ride trains, and discover everything you want to know about trains!

What to Expect at Railway Days

Railway Days is one of Heritage Park’s most popular annual events, and this is the 40th anniversary! It offers all the fun you’ve come to expect from Heritage Park, plus a wide variety of unique activities to fascinate rail enthusiasts. Trains take centre stage for a weekend of demonstrations, hands-on activities, and exciting exhibits. Heritage Park also has an accessible rail car, allowing everyone to have an iconic, memorable experience.

Wondering what to expect at Railway Days? See model train displays, tour the cab of an antique steam engine, and catch a rare glimpse of Heritage Park’s turntable in action. Send telegrams from station to station, ride the handcar, and watch the locomotive take on water. Children can join the Kids’ Railway Challenge for interactive activities and extra engagement. Visit the Hobo Camp and check out the Double-Header Engines. There is so much to do during Railway Days!

All aboard! Get your tickets before this train leaves the station. Step into history and enjoy a Railway Days adventure for your little — and big! — train lovers. It’s the clatter of wheels, the blast of the train whistle, and the excitement of the cars whooshing past.

Climb aboard for Railway Days with family memories and the ultimate railway extravaganza at Heritage Park!

Heritage Park Historical Village is open daily from 10 am – 5 pm, from Victoria Day Weekend until Labour Day Weekend, then weekends only until Thanksgiving. Gasoline Alley Museum is open daily, year-round (holiday exceptions may apply).