Regal Railways Model Train Show in Brooksville Offers 70+ Vendor Tables

Regal Railways will stage a full-day model train show and sale at the Hernando County Fairgrounds in Brooksville on Jan 17, promising more than 70 vendor tables of model trains, toys and collectibles. The event aims to serve collectors, layout builders and families with a running layout for display, a "train to be an engineer" test track for kids, and food vendors on site.

For modellers hunting for bargains or hard-to-find parts, the vendor floor should be rich with opportunity. Exhibitors typically bring everything from locomotives and rolling stock to scenery materials and aftermarket detail parts, so bring a shopping list and a measuring tape if you have cars or clearances to check. Admission is $6, and children 12 and under enter free; prepaid tickets and additional ticket information are available from the organizer at regalrailways.com. The event page also provides directions to the fairgrounds, venue address details, a contact telephone number, and calendar-add links for planning.

The running layout offers visual inspiration for builders laying track, wiring DCC, or planning scenery phases. The kids’ test track is pitched toward introducing younger attendees to basic operating skills and giving families a hands-on taste of railroading. Food vendors mean attendees can make a day of it without leaving the grounds, which matters for those travelling with kids or hauling purchases that need time to consolidate before the drive home.

This show is practical for several audiences: bargain hunters seeking rolling stock and small parts, newcomers wanting to see layouts and ask setup questions in person, and parents looking to spark interest in the hobby with a child-friendly engineer track. Bring suitable bags or boxes for purchases, a wallet with small bills for table sellers who prefer cash, and a plan for transport—long boxed models and new locomotives need secure packing and space in your vehicle.

Parking, contact details, and map links are posted on the organizer’s site to help plan arrival and departure. Expect a typical local show tempo: steady browsing, quick sales, and chances to trade tips with fellow modelers and vendors.

For Brooksville attendees, the Regal Railways event is a compact, practical way to stock up, get layout ideas and introduce a young person to operating a train. If you’re chasing a specific part or looking to kickstart a winter-building project, arrive early, check the vendor list on regalrailways.com, and come prepared to swap stories and small treasures on the tables.