One of the highlights of our convention is the chance to explore an incredible variety of model railroad layouts, both local and regional. From intricate switching layouts to sweeping mainline operations, our self-guided layout tours let you see the craftsmanship and creativity of fellow modelers up close.
Looking for a hands-on experience? Join one of our scheduled operating sessions and become part of the action! Whether you’re a seasoned dispatcher or trying operations for the first time, there’s something for everyone. Meet new people, run some trains, and enjoy the camaraderie of model railroading in action.
The map below details all layouts, their open times and their approximate locations, to help you plan your days before and after the convention.
Registration for Layout Tours and Operating Sessions will open early July.
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Layout Tours | Thursday AM Monday PM | 4 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Operating Sessions? | ||
Layout Tours? | Wednesday PM Thursday PM Monday PM Tuesday PM | 10 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Operating Sessions? | 3 | |
Layout Tours? | 6 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Layout Tours | Wednesday AM/PM Thursday AM/PM Monday AM/PM | 10 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Layout Tours? | Thursday PM Monday PM Tuesday PM | 6 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Operating Sessions | 10 | |
Layout Tours | 16 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Operating Sessions | ||
Layout Tours | Thursday PM Monday AM/PM | 6 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Operating Sessions | ||
Layout Tours | Wednesday PM Thursday PM Tuesday PM | 6 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Layout Tours | Wednesday PM Tuesday PM | 10 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Operating Sessions? | Wednesday PM | 8 |
Layout Tours? | Thursday AM/PM | 12 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Operating Sessions | Thursday AM | 4 |
Layout Tours | Monday AM | 6 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Operating Sessions? | Wednesday AM Thursday PM Monday AM | 6 |
Layout Tours? | Wednesday PM Thursday AM Monday PM | 12 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Operating Sessions? | ||
Layout Tours? | Wednesday PM Thursday PM Monday PM Tuesday PM | 10 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Layout Tours | Wednesday AM Thursday AM Monday AM Tuesday AM | 6 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Operating Sessions? | 12 | |
Layout Tours? | Thursday AM Tuesday AM | 20 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Layout Tours | Thursday AM/PM | 6 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Layout Tours | Tuesday PM Wednesday AM Tuesday PM Wednesday AM/PM | 6 |
Note: Location is a guide - exact addresses will be provided to convention attendees closer to the date.
Available | Maximum Capacity | |
Operating Sessions? | Thursday PM Monday PM | 6 |
Layout Tours? | Thursday AM Monday PM | 8 |
| Layout Name | Prototype | Scale | Location | Operating Sessions | Layout Tours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Border District | SAR & VR (freelanced) | HO | Wakerley | ||
| The Braidwood Division | NSWGR (1973 era) | HO | Hervey Bay | ||
| The Lowey Division | Pennsylvania Railroad | HO | Camp Hill | ||
| UP/BNSF Joint Division | Union Pacific & BNSF | N | Sinnamon Park | ||
| Westgate | QR & NSWGR Interchange | HO | Sunnybank Hills | ||
| Westridge Railroad | American Eastern Trunk Line (1960–70s) | HO | Springwood | ||
| Saddlersfield | NSW & QLD (Tenterfield to Wallangarra inspired) | O (7mm:1ft) | Ripley | ||
| Amby West | Queensland Railways (freelanced) | HOn3½ | Sunnybank Hills | ||
| AusUSA | Australian & American Freelanced | N | Jimboomba | ||
| Belair | South Australian Railways | N | Seven Hills | ||
| Cassino | NSWGR | HO | Parkinson | ||
| Illawest | New South Wales | HO | Sinnamon Park | ||
| Kelliher | American Prototype | HO | Karalee | ||
| Melbourne 83 | Victorian Railways | HO | Gold Coast | ||
| Missouri Pacific Lines – Sedalia Subdivision | Missouri Pacific Railroad | HO | Arana Hills | ||
| Mosquito Creek | Queensland Railways | HOn3.5 | Kuraby | ||
| Pajingo Pass |
NSW (Diesel Era) |
HO | Palm Beach | ||
| Penny Creek Railway | Australian 1990s – 2000s | N | Eatons Hill | ||
| Samford | Queensland Railways | O | Ripley | ||
| Tehachapi Pass | 1980’s Western United States | HO | Shailer Park |