Rail & Steam Society
Held on Saturdays — and select Sundays — from April through December, Carillon Park Rail & Steam Society miniature train rides offer fun for the entire family. Established in 1984, the Society operates a 7.5-gauge (1/8th full-scale) miniature railroad throughout Carillon Historical Park.
Each June, CPRSS hosts its signature event: Carillon Park Rail Festival. This two-day celebration of railroading features free miniature train rides, live steam engines, model train displays, historical exhibits, rail vendors, and train-themed merchandise — making it a must-see event for train enthusiasts of all ages.
2026 Small-Scale Train Ride Schedule
April
April 18 | 1 – 4 p.m.
May
May 9 | 1 – 4 p.m.
May 24 | Noon – 7 p.m. (Heritage Day with the DPO)
June
June 27 | 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Rail Festival)
June 28 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Rail Festival)
July
July 4 | 1 – 4 p.m.
July 26 | 1 – 4 p.m.
August
Aug. 8 | 1 – 4 p.m.
Aug. 23 | 1 – 4 p.m.
September
Sept. 5 | 1 – 4 p.m. (Antique Fire Apparatus Show)
Sept. 20 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Concours d’Elegance)
October
Oct. 3 | 1 – 4 p.m.
Oct. 18 | 1 – 4 p.m.
November
Nov. 24 – Dec. 30 | 6 p.m. (A Carillon Christmas)
Dates and times subject to change.
Admission
- FREE. Donations appreciated.
Funds directly support the Carillon Park Rail & Steam Society. Ride passes are also available.
Information
For reservations or more information, please contact the Education Scheduling Desk at (937) 293-2841 Ext. 127
Location
Carillon Historical Park
1000 Carillon Boulevard
Dayton, Ohio 45409