Saturday, July 25th to Monday, August 3rd
Free Admission for Kids 17 & Under
(must be accompanied by an paying adult or senior)
Half price for those 18 - 24 years of age
Thanks to Canada Strong Program
Discover the Magic of Miniature at RAILFest
Introducing RAILFest 2026!
Now in its third year, RAILFest offers fun activities for parents, children, and the young at heart: a giant model train built from over 100,000 LEGO® bricks, plus thousands more bricks for you to create your own designs and add to the display. There is also a contest with a grand prize up for grabs. The event features an exhibition of rare, historic CP timepieces—including the precision instruments that played a vital role in the operation of transcontinental trains across Canada. Don't miss the fascinating talks at 10 a.m. on August 1, 2, and 3, where Brian MacDonald of Macklem House will share the story of how these iconic timepieces helped shape the nation's railway history.
Presenting RAILFest 2026!
RAILFest is now in its third year that has fun for parents, kids, and kids-at-heart:
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A giant model train display made with more than 100,000 LEGO® bricks.
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Thousands more LEGO® bricks to build your own creations to add to the display.
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Grand Prize Giveaway.
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Display of rare historic CPR timepieces including percussion instruments that played a vital role in keeping transcontinental trains running across Canada.
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Engaging talks at 10 am August 1st, 2nd and 3rd with Brian MacDonald of Macklem House with stories of how these iconic watches helped shape the country's rail history.
Your Day Pass covers the cost. FREE for those 17 and under.
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Access to RAILFest including the LEGO® Model Railway Exhibit on display in the Island's historic bathhouse.
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The fun of creating new LEGO® buildings and trains, the best of which will win fabulous LEGO® kits.
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Access to the historic buildings on Ministers Island that were the Estate of Canada's legendary railroad pioneer Sir William Van Horne.
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Use of the Island's many nature trails and free parking on the Island.
Island Members
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Unlimited visits included in your 2026 Island membership.
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Receive a 10% discount on ticket purchases, food services, concerts & events, and more.
PRIZES:
Daily prize giveaway to the best builder chosen.
All visitors qualify to enter the draw for a LEGO Express Passenger Train valued at $240. One entry permitted daily. No purchase necessary.
For More information call 506-529-5081
OPEN HOURS:
Saturday, July 25: 1:15 pm - 6:30 pm
Sunday, July 26: 2:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Monday, July 27: 2:45 pm - 8:15 pm
Tuesday, July 28: 3:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Wednesday, July 29: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Thursday, July 30: 4:45 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday, July 31st: 5:15 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday, August 1: 8:30 am - 11:15 am
Sunday, August 2: 8:30 am - 11:45 am
Monday, August 3: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
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