ASHLAND TRAIN DAY

Saturday, April 26, 2025
10am-4pm

The 21st annual street festival and railroad extravaganza sponsored by Amtrak Virginia and CSX celebrates Ashland’s love for trains.

Keep Ashland Train Day FREE for the whole family. Discover sponsorship opportunities today!

SPONSOR

It takes over 100 volunteers to make Ashland Train Day possible. Sign up and get a free tee-shirt!

VOLUNTEER

Apply to vend at Ashland Train Day for a chance to share your craft with an average of 20K guests!

VEND

2025 ASHLAND TRAIN DAY MERCHANDISE

Minuteman Press of Ashland produces the official 2025 Ashland Train Day merchandise—available only for pre-order online!

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

RAILROAD HISTORY & LORE

A museum, two historical societies, and singing storytellers bring Virginia’s railroad history to life.

LOCOMOTIVES

More than 12 fully-loaded CSX freight trains and Amtrak passenger trains will roll through the center of the event.

MODEL TRAINS

Model trains on display of every size and scale, including lego and racing trains. Plus vintage railroad equipment and a red caboose!

TRUCKS ON DISPLAY

Gear heads of all ages will be amazed at the display of heavy equipment, fire truck and ambulance, dump trucks and tractors.

KID ZONE

A world of fun with a bouncy houses, an obstacle course, face painting, and games.

KIDDIE RIDES

One kiddie train and PlayRVA’s Firetruck Experience invite families to tour the festivities. All aboard!

SCAVENGER HUNT

Collect stamps as you explore the event. Trade your completed ticket for a free prize!

PARKING SHUTTLES

Buses carry participants from satellite parking areas to the event.

HEADQUARTERS

More than 100 community volunteers make the event possible, along with first responders from Ashland, Hanover, Randolph-Macon College, and CSX.

Raffle - 2 Amtrak Tickets Raffle - 2 Amtrak Tickets
Raffle - 2 Amtrak Tickets
$10.00

Enter our raffle for your chance to win TWO Amtrak tickets to anywhere along the East Coast! Whether you're dreaming of a scenic getaway, a city escape, or a coastal retreat, your ticket to ride is just a lucky draw away.

🎟 Your golden ticket includes:
🚆 Two Amtrak tickets valid for any East Coast destination
📅 Redeemable for up to one year from the issue date
⚠️ Some blackout dates apply (mostly federal holidays)

Don’t miss your chance to embark on the journey of a lifetime—grab your raffle tickets now before this opportunity leaves the station! 🚉💨

Raffle proceeds benefit Downtown Ashland Association’s non-profit mission.

The winner will receive an email from Downtown Ashland Association on Friday, April 25.

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS

Ashland Train Day is possible thanks to the generosity of our neighbors…