What is Trainfest?
Trainfest is a bona fide Milwaukee treasure—a grand exploration of the model railroading hobby.  Featuring more than 50 running model railroad layouts, Trainfest appeals to kids from 1 to 99.  Each November, Trainfest exhibitors bring to life the model railroading hobby by depicting miniature worlds.  Manufacturers, retailers and layouts from across the United States and beyond participate in the show.  At Trainfest, visitors spend hours exploring and learning about the elaborate layouts, attending clinics and demonstrations, seeing the latest train products, and experiencing the wonder of the hobby.  

Who attends?
Year after year, 20,000+ visitors experience Trainfest.

• Avid model railroad enthusiasts (both men and women).
• Parents, kids and grandparents looking for a fun weekend activity.
• Casual admirers of the model railroading hobby and fans of the intricate layouts and displays.

When?
Saturday, Nov. 13 and Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Where?
Wisconsin Exposition Center at State Fair Park, 8200 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, WI  53214

What makes Trainfest Unique?

• Trainfest is an attraction that enriches the family experience.
• It provides kids of all ages a creative outlet and an understanding for the passion of detailed craftsmanship.
• An active learning opportunity—modelers demonstrate how to make trees, create scenery, build railroad structures or create a realistic looking layout.
• Unparalleled number of operating layouts on display separates Trainfest from other model train shows. 

Especially for kids:

• Live and running Circus train ride for kids
• Railroad built entirely of LEGO® bricks with Kidz Build & Play Area
• Dog bone shaped track where kids can race trains
• Radio Disney® Road Crew, Sunday, Nov. 14 with “make and take” crafts and prizes, ranging from DVDs and posters to stickers and more

Who exhibits?

• More than 50 model railroad clubs, groups, and individuals, bring their intricately detailed operating layouts that depict in small scale:  cities, towns and railroads throughout the United States.  Layouts are complete with swimming holes, campgrounds, outdoor theaters and much more.
• 60 hobby dealers are on hand to help in purchasing the right products and accessories to complement an existing layout or to help select the perfect starter set.
• 60 manufacturers showcase their products, as well as feature “what's new.”  Experts staff booths to demonstrate latest technology for controls and sound equipment, and for landscape and building design.
• 10 historical groups come prepared to share knowledge, images and references of a bygone, but not forgotten railroading era.

Admission:
Adult admission $12 (online coupon available), Kids (4-12) $2 or download a kid’s free coupon, kids 3 & under are free. Friday Product Showcase tickets $40, click here for details.

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE*

What:
Exclusive Hobbyist Event held eve of Trainfest opening 

Who attends:
Modelers and train hobbyists (must be 18 or older)

Friday Product Showcase Ticket Includes:

• Entrance to the Friday Product Showcase
• Complimentary train product grab bag sponsored by select manufacturers
• One-on-one meet & greet time with 60 manufacturers, all under one ro
• Ask questions and compare products between manufacturers and dealers
• Interact with other modelers, share ideas and get modeling tips
• Catered dinner with manufacturers, dealers, exhibitors and other modelers
• Get a “behind the scenes” look at “Trainfest in the making”
• Single admission ticket to Trainfest Saturday and Sunday

When:
Friday, November 12, 2010, 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Where:
Wisconsin Exposition Center at State Fair Park, 8200 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, WI  53214

Package Cost:
$40.00 each ticket (minimum package value $60)

How to Purchase Friday Product Showcase Tickets: 
Send check or money order (no cash please) to: 
Trainfest, Product Showcase, W231 N7134 Waukesha Ave., Sussex, WI 53089-3210, OR
Stop by any participating hobby shop (listed below):

• EngineHouse Services, Green Bay, WI
• Greenfield News & Hobby, Greenfield, WI
• Jetco’s Hiawatha Hobbies, Pewaukee, WI
• Madison Hobby Stop, Madison, WI
• Sommerfeld’s Hobbies, Butler, WI
• South Side Trains (Formerly Jerry’s), Bay View, WI
• Walthers Terminal Hobby Shop, Milwaukee, WI