🚂 Steam is alive in Albuquerque—join us at New Mexico Railroad Days 2025.
Santa Fe 2926 Under Steam – Celebrate Rail Heritage in the Heart of Albuquerque

🎟 Admission:
Free to attend. No tickets required for general admission.
Night photo shoot session tickets sold separately. Find more details here or go straight for your tickets here.

📍 Location:
Albuquerque South Rail Yards, 1300 2nd St. SW, 87102 (35°04'21.0"N 106°39'05.7"W)
Enter off  2nd Street immediately south of the WHEELS Museum
Free parking is available
Hours:
Saturday, September 27, 2025 - 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday, September 28, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Come experience the living power of steam, celebrate local history, and support New Mexico's growing heritage rail movement.

Get ready for steam, history, and community fun as New Mexico Heritage Rail proudly hosts the Third Annual New Mexico Railroad Days, taking place Saturday and Sunday, September 27–28, 2025, at the Albuquerque South Rail Yards. This free, family-friendly event is a showcase of New Mexico’s railroad legacy—featuring the state’s own living legend: Santa Fe 2926.

🔥 Event Highlights:
Santa Fe 2926 Steamed Up & On Display
Visitors can see, hear, and feel the power of 2926—fully steamed up and parked at the historic South Rail Yards. Guests will have the chance to:
Climb into the cab
Blow the whistle
Watch the crew tend to the fire and boiler
Learn firsthand how steam power shaped the Southwest

Night Photo Session – Saturday Only
A special, ticketed event on Saturday night (Sept. 27) invites photographers and enthusiasts to capture 2926 under dramatic lighting with steam effects. Space is limited. Tickets sold separately at www.2926.us.
Speeder Rides & Equipment Displays

Ride historic track motorcars and explore vintage railcars on display.
Food Trucks, Live Music & Local Vendors
Make a visit to the WHEELS Museum while you're here.
Enjoy tasty bites, live performances, and shop local while soaking in the atmosphere of steam and steel.

Join NMHR for our 3rd Annual New Mexico Railroad Days Celebration
27-28 September, 2025