2026 Calendar of Events

We're open for the regular season April 17.

We are expanding our operating season in 2026 from April to October!

There’s lots to see and do at the Railway Museum of British Columbia! Join us with friends and family during the regular season. Attend our Special Events.

Regular Season : We open for 2026 on Friday, April 17, then every Friday, Saturday and long weekend Sundays all Summer (with one exception). Operating hours are 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

June, July & August: Fridays we’ll be open 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. We welcome special group tours and educational events. Half Price admission for Seniors on Friday!

Last day of operations for 2026 will be Sunday, October 11.

March 2026

Saturday March 21 – Sea to Sky Model Train & Hobby Show

Sunday March 22 – Sea to Sky Model Train & Hobby Show

Special event – tickets required for all dates

April 2026

Friday April 17 OPENING Day – Museum open 9am – 3pm

Saturday April 18, 25 – museum open 9am – 3pm 

Friday April 24 – museum open 9am – 3pm 

 

2nd annual Buddy & Friends Children’s Festival May 2-3.

9am – 5pm. A full weekend of Family fun. 

Trains to explore, performing arts to enjoy, culture to immerse yourself in and lots to learn about trains and railways. 

May 2026

Friday May 8, 15, 22, 29 – Open 9am – 3pm

Saturday May 9, 16, 23, 30 – Open 9am – 3pm

Sunday May 10 – Mother’s Day! Mom’s are FREE with any paid admission.  Open 9am – 3pm

Sunday May 17, 24, 31 – Open 9am – 3pm

 

 

CANADIAN NATIONAL 6520 FP9A DIESEL

The Railway Museum of British Columbia is a proud participant of the Access2 Program.

The Access2 Program is for individuals with a permanent disability who require the assistance of a support person. Access2 support persons are entitled to FREE Admission.