Event Concluded Annual Regional Family Friendly

Mad City Model Railroad Show 2026

Feb 21–22, 2026
Madison, Wisconsin

Venue Alliant Energy Center
Organizer South Central Wisconsin Division of the National Model Railroad Association
Category Model Hobby
Open to Public? Yes — public welcome

Mad City Model Railroad Show 2026 Overview

Type
An in-person, two-day regional consumer show
Start Date
End Date
Time Zone
Central Time (CT) — local time
Organizer
South Central Wisconsin Division of the National Model Railroad Association (SCWD-NMRA)
Venue
Alliant Energy Center
1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI 53713, United States
Location
Madison - Wisconsin
Category
Model Hobby
Established
1968
By the Numbers
300+ vendors; 90,000+ square feet of exhibit space; 58th edition; 2 days Figures are based on official organizer materials and may vary by year.
Open To Public?
Yes, this event is open to the public and family-friendly.
Frequency
Annual
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Mad City Model Railroad Show 2026 FAQs

Where is the venue located?

Mad City Model Railroad Show takes place at Alliant Energy Center, located at 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, Wisconsin.

How can I go there?

DrivingPublic TransportWalking

How can I contact the venue?

Phone: +1 608-267-3976E-mail: aec@alliantenergycenter.comWebsite: alliantenergycenter.com

How can I contact the organizer?

E-mail: trainshow.scwd@gmail.com

What are the event hours?

Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pmSunday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm All times local (Central Time, CT)

How much is admission?

Adults: $15 Children (5-15): $5Two Day Pass: $20Kids under 5: Free

This event listing is reviewed and regularly updated by the Tradeshowz editorial team. Dates, schedules, and details may change. For the most accurate and official information, please visit the event’s official website or contact the organizer directly.

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