43rd Annual
Galesburg Railroad Days
THURSDAY THROUGH SUNDAY
June 25th - June 28th, 2020
Galesburg, Illinois
Thursday through Sunday
June 21st - June 24th 2018
COVID-19 Update - Cancellation
We regret to announce the cancellation of this year's Galesburg Railroad Days, scheduled for June 25-28, 2020, due to the ongoing concerns regarding the coronavirus outbreak. To our dedicated railfans, attendees, and our community, we extend our well-wishes and thank you for your continued support and understanding.
Planning is underway for a joyous return in 2021!
Main Attractions
FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
MODEL TRAIN &
RAILROADIANA SHOWCASE
| 9 AM - 4 PM | Saturday
| 10 AM - 3 PM | Sunday
$5 per person | 12 & under, FREE
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
Saturday, 8:30 AM
Knox College | T. Fleming Fieldhouse
199 E. Knox Street, Galesburg, IL
https://galesburgtrainandtoyshow.com/
EAST MAIN
KIDS GAMES
| 10 AM - 12 PM |
Saturday, June 27th
FREE ACTIVITIES
LEGO Robotics, climbing wall, drone races, and little train rides.
Big Wheel Races
11:00 am | 10:30 am Sign Up
$2 for kids; $3 for adults (up to 230 lbs.)
3-Point Basketball Shoot-Out
Noon | 11:30 am Sign Up
$2 for kids; $3 for ages 18+
WILSON FAMILY SHOWS
STREET CARNIVAL
Sessions:
Thursday 6 pm – 10 pm
Friday 6 pm – 10 pm
Saturday 12 pm - 5 pm
5pm - 10pm
Sunday Noon - 5 pm
| MEGA BANDS | $50
Sold only Thursday & Friday
Good for all open hours.
| SUPER BANDS | $20
Good Thursday & Friday from 6 pm – 11 pm
Saturday Noon – 5 pm & 5 pm – 11 pm
Sunday Noon – 5 pm
STANDISH PARK
ARTS & CRAFTS MARKET
| 9 AM - 5 PM |
Saturday, June 27th
FREE
https://www.galesburgarts.org/standish-arts-and-crafts-market
GALESBURG RAILROAD MUSEUM
| 10 AM - 4 PM | June 25th & 26th
| 9 AM - 5 PM | June 27th
| 10 AM - 3 PM | June 28th
Adults (17 & older) $6
Children (ages 8-16) $3
Children 7 & younger FREE with paid adult.
211 South Seminary Street, Galesburg | 309.342.9400
Transportation Available
Though most events are within walking distance from each other in Downtown Galesburg, transportation to and from the various events will be available both Saturday and Sunday during Railroad Days.
Trolly Rides - Saturday ONLY
10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
$1 - All Day Access
Pickup Locations: the Amtrak Depot; Standish Park; Broad Street; Kellogg Street; T. Fleming Fieldhouse at Knox College
Shuttle Bus - Sunday ONLY
10:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
FREE - All Day Access
Pickup Locations: Runs in a circle every 15 minutes from T. Fleming Fieldhouse at Knox College and the Amtrak Depot