Railfan Events

Your essential guide to train journeys and rail-related events across the country. Discover scenic train rides, historic tourist railroads, and unique steam train excursions. Explore photo charters and special tourist train events that promise unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re a seasoned rail enthusiast or a curious traveler, our curated selections ensure you won’t miss adventures ahead.

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East Broad Top – Railfan Spectacular by Trains & Travel International

The East Broad Top Railfan Spectacular will take place on October 11, 2024. The event features locomotive No. 16, a Baldwin 2-8-2 built in 1916, pulling a train of coal hopper cars and coaches through the scenic Aughwick Valley. The morning will include multiple photo run-bys between Orbisonia (Rockhill Furnace) and Colgate Grove, followed by an afternoon workshop tour at Rockhill Furnace. Participants will also visit the Friends of the East Broad Top Museum, take a walking tour to the Robertsdale Coal Mine, try out a railbike, and ride the historic trolleys at the Rockhill Trolley Museum.

Vermont Rail System – Railfan Weekend by Trains Magazine

Join Trains Magazine for a railfan weekend on the Vermont Rail System, September 28-29, 2024. Enjoy a relaxing ride through the Vermont countryside on a chartered train, tentatively powered by Vermont Rail System Alco RS-1 No. 405. The itinerary includes a round trip from Rutland to Bellows Falls on September 28 and from Rutland to Burlington on September 29. The event includes roundtrip rail fare, photo stops at scenic locations, and a box lunch served on board both days.

White Pass & Yukon Railway – Rail Enthusiast Spectacular by Trains & Travel International

The White Pass & Yukon Railway will host three charter trains featuring steam and diesel locomotives on a 68-mile route between Skagway, Alaska, and Carcross, Yukon, after the cruise ship season in 2024. The charters will include steam locomotive No. 73, a 2-8-2 Baldwin built in 1947, a General Electric shovel nose diesel, and an Alco/Montreal low hood DL535. The trains will traverse the rugged terrain, offering photo run-bys along sheer rock cliffs, wooden trestles, and tunnels. This event marks the return of railfan charters to the White Pass & Yukon Railroad after a 20-year hiatus.