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Saturday, December 12, 2026
Model Train Shows
Lima Train Show & Swap Meet
Allen County Fairgrounds · Lima, OH
Lima Train Show & Swap Meet takes place Saturday, December 12, 2026 at Allen County Fairgrounds, 2750 Harding Hwy, Lima, OH, 45804. Admission is not listed. Source verified; listing updated Sep 29, 2026.
Organized by the Lima Model Railroad Club, this event at the Allen County Fairgrounds is a hub for rail enthusiasts. Attendees can browse a wide variety of vendors selling new and used model trains across all scales and gauges, as well as unique railroad collectibles. It is a welcoming community gathering for both serious collectors and hobbyists.
When
- Date
- Hours
- 10:00 AM to 3:00 PMTimes shown in EST, local to the venue.
- As listed
- “Saturday, December 12, 2026”
Where
- Venue
- Allen County Fairgrounds (Fairgrounds)
- Address
- 2750 Harding Hwy · Lima, OH · 45804 — Map
- Parking
- Parking capacity for 6,000 vehicles, including RV and trailer parking.
- Access
- Not listed — contact the venue about your access needs.
Admission
- Details
- $5 for adults; children 12 and under free.
- Age or family guidance
- $5 for adults; children 12 and under free.
Contact
- Organizer
- Bob Hammell
- rhammell@woh.rr.com
- Phone
- (419) 225-8144
Frequently asked
- Where is the Lima Train Show & Swap Meet located?
- The event takes place at the Allen County Fairgrounds, located at 2750 Harding Highway in Lima, Ohio.
- How much is admission for the show?
- Admission is $5 for adults, and children aged 12 and under are free.
- What can I expect to find at the swap meet?
- The show features vendors selling railroad collectibles and new and used model trains in all gauges and scales.
Sources
Facts on this page trace to these 7 sources — last retrieved Jul 8, 2026.
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