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Supertrain model train show

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SuperTrain was formerly known as the Calgary Model Train show. This show is open to the public for 2 days per year in Calgary. Supertrain is known as Canadas largest model train show. This show has been running since 1994

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Exhibition

The show currently runs out of the Genesis Centre in Calgary and previously at the Calgary Stampede Grounds.

SuperTrain exhibits displays made by clubs, individuals as well as commercial shops. The show charges entry to the public. In addition to the exhibits, the show also gives demonstration on how to create dioramas and full train displays. The displays range in size and in gauge. In 2016 Supertrain had from Z scale up to 7.5" gauge displays many of which are in working order. SuperTrain exhibits are judged by the public and official judges appointed by the committee. There are monetary prizes given out at the annual dinner.

Clubs that are usually at the show

  • Alberta Model Engineering Society
  • Iron Horse Park Airdrie offers ride on train rides
  • O Scale Guild
  • Rocky Mountain Garden Railway
  • Edmonton N-Scalers - ESMRE
  • Calgary LEGO Train Club
  • Calgary Free-mo
  • Calgary Model Trainmen
  • Calgary Model Railway Society
  • Carbon Railroad
  • Calgary N-Scale Traksters Society (Cantrak)
  • Bow Valley Model Railroad Club
  • Commercial Entities that come to the show

  • Calgary Transit
  • Revelstoke Railway Museum
  • Heritage Park Historical Village
  • Rapido (train)
  • References

    Supertrain model train show Wikipedia