32nd Annual Rail Fair

The 4000 Foundation, Limited proudly announces plans for Rail Fair to be held Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Copeland Park, Rose & Clinton Streets, La Crosse. Since 1991, Rail Fair has grown to become one of the premier summer railroad events in the Midwest. This 32nd annual event celebrates the area’s railroad heritage while raising funds to maintain and restore The La Crosse Short Line Railroad Heritage Museum in Copeland Park. Raif Fair traditionally hosts vendors from six states offering 250 tables of railroad related merchandise. Rail Fair patrons will have the opportunity to buy, sell, and trade an outstanding selection of model, toy and antique trains, books, magazine, railroad memorability, railroad art, hobby supplies, repairs and replacement parts and accessories, and many more related items. The La Crosse Short Line Railroad Heritage Museum will be open for guided tours. The big steam locomotive whistle can be blown for a small donation. Several railroad exhibits and displays will also be offered. Concessions will be provided by Frontier-Badget #45 Masonic Lodge. Admission is just $5.00. Children under 12 are free when accompanied by an adult. Raif Fair is a production of The 4000 Foundation, Limited, in partnership with the La Crosse Parks & Recreation Department. The 4000 Foundation is a non-profit organization formed in 1998.