Open House

 2026 ANNUAL FALL OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, October 17th 2026

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The Waterloo Region Model Railway Club (WRMRC) is a 2000 square foot, HO-scale (1:87) miniature recreation of the Canadian Pacific Railway’s Sudbury Division, as it appeared and operated during the 1970s. The layout features include:

  • a multi-level (mushroom) design over 2 floors with tracks interconnected by helices
  • track arrangements of the modelled towns are duplicated closely to the prototype locations
  • locomotives and rolling stock match real equipment that operated in northern Ontario during the ’70s
  • long freight trains rolling smoothly over handlaid trackage powered by NCE Digital Command Control
  • a large layout in mid-construction, allowing visitors to view progress and see how it’s all done

The club is located in a quonset hut, approximately 1 kilometre north of the village limits at 1589 Maryhill Road (Woolwich Township Road #56). Watch for our signs into Maryhill, and at the main intersection in town.

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Admission

Adults: $5.00

Seniors and Students: $3.00

Children: Free (must be supervised by an adult)

For more information: send us an e-mail


We are also open each spring (normally last Saturday of March) as part of the Doubleheaders Layout Tour, and at the end of August for the Waterloo Railway Expo. Please see our Calendar of Events for exact dates.


 

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2026 Fall Open House

Have you even wondered how 40-car long model trains can traverse a complex layout yet operate smoothly? It’s not magic, but rather it’s careful planning, engineering and construction. You’ll see exactly how it’s done if you visit the Waterloo Region Model Railway Club for our annual 2026 Fall Open House. This isn’t just about tiny toy trains; it’s about serious, prototype railway modelling that captures the grit and essence of real railroading.

  • Operating Trains: Watch crews handle long trains over a multi-level layout.
  • Amazing Engineering: Take a tour of our second floor expansion.
  • Expert Chat: Talk to members who live and breathe the hobby.
  • All Ages Welcome: Bring the kids or come for yourself.

The event runs on Saturday, October 17, from 10 am to 5 pm. There’s no rush, so you can linger as long as you like. Whether you’re a seasoned modeller or just curious, seeing the scale and detail up close changes your perspective.

Don’t just read about the hobby—experience the craftsmanship and dedication firsthand. Take a drive out, explore the layout, and maybe fall in love with the rails.

Hope to see you there!

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