Thursday, April 16, 2026

Come see the award winning model and photos at the Winnipeg Model Railroad Club's 2026 train show and open house this weekend


The Winnipeg Model Railroad Club's annual open house is the place to see award winning models and photos from Winnipeg's finest modellers and rail fan photographers. Ever year our members submit their best efforts in several categories. They are judged using rigorous NMRA standards and are given awards which are presented at the club's annual banquet and AGM. 

Come on down and see these modelling masterworks at the Charleswood Legion, 6003 Roblin Boulevard, from 10 to 5 on Saturday, April 18 and on Sunday, April 19 between 10 and 4. Admission by donations. Proceeds to go St.Amant.

Get free advice on model railroading from the clinics at the WMRC's 2026 open house

What makes the WMRC's annual train show open house special is that we have clinics! Some of Winnipeg's top model railroaders (including those who've achieved the NMRA's Master Model Railroader certification) will be on hand to share their knowledge with you. Ask any question you want. They're there to help you out! 


Come meet them at the Charleswood Legion, 6003 Robin Boulevard, on Saturday, April 18 between 10 and 5, and on Sunday, April 19, between 10 and 4. Admission by donation. Proceeds go to St.Amant.

 

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

The South family layout returns to the WMRC's 2026 train show and open house


The South family modular layout will be returning to the WMRC's 2026 open house. This is a truly unique layout as it is entirely a family affair. Former WMRC President Godfrey South created this layout and the rest of his family pitched in to help! Chief among his offsprings assisting him in its operations is Tommy South, who spent his formative years as a WMRC member and is now working as a conductor at CN. 

Come say hello to the South family at the Charleswood Legion, 6003 Roblin Boulevard,  on Saturday, April 18 from 10 to 5 and on Sunday, April 19, from 10 to 4. Admission by donation, Proceeds go to St.Amant.