Star Spangled Steam-Up
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).