Downtown Ashland Association hosts the 19th annual street festival and railroad extravaganza on Saturday, April 29, 2023
Ashland Train Day returns on April 29, 2023, presented by Trackside Grill! This family-friendly street festival invites you to explore freight and passenger trains, touch-a-truck, model trains, railroad history, live music, kiddie rides, festival food, dance music, and gift shopping in the heart of historic Downtown Ashland, Virginia!
“We invite you to enjoy Ashland Train Day with the whole family!” said Maggie Longest, executive director of Downtown Ashland Association. “It’s a joy to showcase our town’s railroad attractions and local businesses with this free event.”
More than 12 fully-loaded CSX freight trains and Amtrak passenger trains pass through the center of the event. The Kid Zone offers a world of fun with a bouncy house, obstacle course, and games. The Touch-a-Truck thrills gear heads of all ages with a display of heavy equipment, a fire truck and an ambulance, dump trucks and tractors. Two kiddie train rides invite families to tour the festivities. All aboard!
Model trains of every size and scale will be on display. Plus vintage railroad equipment and a red caboose. The event brings Virginia’s railroad history to life with two museums, three storytellers, and a 16-stop scavenger hunt. Railfans of all ages will enjoy Ashland Train Day!
“Ashland is proud to host Train Day and welcome visitors from across our region and around the world to celebrate with us,” said Ashland Mayor Steve Trivett. “Come see why we consider Ashland the Center of the Universe!”
Mark your calendar and gather your friends for Ashland Train Day on April 29, 2023! In the meantime, visit ashlandtrainday.com for event info.
Retail and vendors are welcome at the event, apply here. To join the fun as a volunteer, sign-up online.