Tractors & Trains
October 18th & 19th, 2024
Railroading Heritage of Midwest America (RRHMA) is excited to announce its upcoming Trains & Tractors Event, set to take place on October 18th & 19th, 2024. This family-friendly event promises a day filled with fun, food, and fascinating insights into the worlds of tractors and railroading.
Attendees will have the unique opportunity to enjoy train rides behind a historic steam locomotive, food trucks, face painters, and a variety of vendors. For model train enthusiasts, there will be an impressive model train layout on display. Additionally, guests can take guided tours of the RRHMA shop, where the iconic Challenger #3985 and #5511 are currently being rebuilt, among other great pieces of railroad history.
Exciting Happenings at Silvis You Won’t Want to Miss!
CN’s Little Obie is coming to town, offering thrilling rides for railfans of all ages!
Exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the restoration of Challenger #3985 & #5511! Explore the intricate process up close, and have all your questions answered by our knowledgeable staff.
Enjoy a ride in one of RRHMA’s Coaches behind Flagg Coal #75 0-4-0 Steam engine! Train rides will depart every hour on the hour starting at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 19, 2024.
Tickets for the steam locomotive rides are available at a discounted rate of $20 per person (2 years old and under free with a paid adult ticket) if purchased before the day of the event. On the day of the event, ticket prices will increase to $25 per person. Shop tours to get a behind-the-scenes look into the revitalization of railroad history will be available for $125 per person if purchased prior to the day of the event and $130 if purchased on the day of the event. Tickets will go on sale online starting September 1, 2024.
For those seeking an exclusive experience, RRHMA is offering an insider dinner on Friday, October 18th. This special event includes the chance to meet the crew working on the steam engines. Guests will enjoy some of the finest BBQ from the Quad Cities, and music. Limited quantity tickets for this rare opportunity will also be available on September 1st for $150 per person. The Friday evening event tickets will include food, beverages, and a complimentary 1-year membership to RRHMA.
Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Mark your calendars and join us for a day of railroading
fun and festivities.
Arriving Silvis
RRHMA-Silvis
1101 2nd Avenue N, Silvis, IL 61282
Parking for the event will be available on-site. Due to the age of this historical equipment and facility, the event is not fully accessible, so some guests may have difficulty comfortably enjoying the activities.
Purchase your tickets for Tractors & Trains today!
Ticket on Sale Sept 1st.