Star Spangled Steam-Up

Nevada State Railroad Museum, Star Spangled Steam-Up
Event Description: 

Join us for a multi-day celebration of railroad fun, featuring a visiting locomotive from the Nevada County Narrow Gauge Museum. Bring the whole family for train rides, games, food, and summer sunshine—or if you’re a true train buff, enjoy an evening ride, lecture, and exclusive photo op!

Daytime Event

Friday, July 4 – Sunday, July 6 | 9am–4pm

Kick off July 4th weekend with train rides and fun for all ages!

9am–4pm: Enjoy games and activities for the whole family. 

9am–4:30pm: Tour the Museum’s Jacobsen Interpretive Center and Annex to learn about Northern Nevada’s vibrant railroading history.

10am–3pm: Grab a bite from a variety of local food trucks. 

10am–4pm: Hop aboard three historic steam trains: Locomotive No. 25, Glenbrook, and Tahoe (visiting from the Nevada County Narrow Gauge Museum). 

Daytime Tickets

Adults: $30
Children (4–17): $20
Children (3 & under): FREE
Last admission daily at 3pm

Buy Daytime Event Tickets 

Ticket purchase required
Price: 
Adults: $30 Children (4–17): $20 Children (3 & under): FREE
This event is happening next on: 
Friday, July 4, 2025 - 9:00 am to 4:00 pmShow all dates
Saturday, July 5, 2025 - 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sunday, July 6, 2025 - 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Where is the event?

Nevada State Railroad Museum (See address and directions on the rightbelow)