2013 Show
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Sunday December 1, 2013
10am - 4pm
Empire State Convention Center




December 10, 2012
Another successful year! Thank you to all of our attendees, we hope you had a blast. And thank you to all our vendors who help make this show what it is.

Let’s not forget the volunteers who make everyone’s experience that much better!

A special thank you to show Chairman Rich Smith, UTA co-chair Dave Halverson and marketing maven Irwin Nathanson. Without you three, none of this would be possible.

We’ll see you all next year on Sunday December 1, 2013 for the Great Train Extravaganza. Even Bigger and better than ever.

November 26, 2012
The stage is set for our best show ever!

  • We have signed up more than 320 tables, including a huge Lego Railway display (you will find this in the Egg lobby).
  • We have planted over 300 roadside signs! (Don't forget to post pictures of any signs you see to our Facebook page!)
  • Look for our ads in local papers like the Albany Times Union and others.
  • Check out our ads in all the major modeling magazines
  • Like us on Facebook
  • And finally, BE SURE TO ATTEND the biggest Train show in the Capital region, The Great Train Extravaganza!

    October 26, 2012
    Nearly 300 tables to date! We still have room for more. Get your forms back to us NOW! The Roaming railroad is returning. The train will be running in the Concourse due to the increase in tables in the Egg Lobby. The Clinic schedule is set, check it out in the side bar on the right. A little over a month until the Great Train Extravaganza!

    September 14, 2012
    Second mailing is going out this week. Over 150 tables to date, well ahead of last year! Vendors, don’t get left out in the cold!! Get your registration forms in ASAP!! Click on the Exhibiting link for registration information.

    July 26, 2012
    The first round of vendor mailings has gone out. Be sure to get your reservations in early. Updated forms can be found on the exhibiting page. Hope to see you all there. Don’t forget to join our mailing list.

    April 15, 2012
    Planning for the 2012 Show is under way. The show will be held Sunday, December 2, 2012.

    Look for more vendors, more exhibits and MORE fun. If you are interested in being a vendor please contact us by clicking on the contact us button at the top of the page.

    Please be sure to sign up for our mailing list to keep up with all the latest happenings.

  • Vendors, don't get left out in the cold! Return your registration Forms right away!

    Please remember to completely fill out the NYS OGS form (found on our website and in your packet) to avoid any parking problems.

    The Hudson Berkshire Division of the NMRA will be sponsoring 3 clinics this year They will be held in meeting room 7 next to the Egg

    11:00 am
    Train Talk with Dave Gould
    This well attended and enjoyable clinic will be presented again at this year’s show. Come spend some time with Conductor Dave as he guides you through the magical world of Model Trains.

    1:00 pm
    Make and take your own HO Scale Boxcar Model with Irwin Nathanson

    Join in and with the help of our experts build your own model railroad car and take it home with you. We provide everything you need. Seating is limited at this popular clinic. Check with the information desk on the day of the show to reserve your spot.

    2:30 pm
    Scenery Techniques and Making Your Own Rock Molds With Robert Hamm, MMR

    Join master model railroader Bob Hamm for an exploration of some easy to master scenery techniques that will help make your layout more realistic.

    Bob will also discuss the finer points of creating your own rock molds.