2026 EVENT CALENDAR
EVENTS
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🎩 Tuxedo Junction
📅 When: January 31st, 6:00-9:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
📍Where: Railroaders Memorial Museum, 1200 9th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602
Step back in time and enjoy an elegant evening inspired by the Pennsylvania Railroad around the 1950s at the Railroaders Memorial Museum! Dress to impress and join us for a night of delicious food, timeless music, and unforgettable memories.
Enjoy a meal inspired by a Pennsylvania Railroad menu:
🍴 Dinner Menu (catered by T-N-T's Smoke House BBQ Company)
• Salad bar & dinner rolls with butter
• Entrées: Smoked chicken (chicken quarter) or Sliced pork loin
• Sides: "Cheesey" potatoes, seasoned green beans (corn will be offered as a replacement for the potatoes)
• Desserts: Decadent chocolate cake or Berries & Cream dessert
Beverages
Each ticket includes your meal, water and non-alcoholic beverages with your meal. There will be a selection of wine and beer available for purchase.
🎶 Entertainment
Live music will set the perfect mood for the evening!
🎟️ Ticket Options
• Round Table (Includes 7 tickets) – $235
• High Top Table (Includes 2 tickets) – $65
• Individual Tickets – $35
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to dine, jive, and relive the charm of the golden era of railroads. Reserve your spot today!
📌 Note: Seating is limited, so book early to secure your table!
Laugh Tracks | Comedy Night at the Museum
Experience an evening of wit and wonder at Laugh Tracks: Comedy Night at the Museum. On February 27th, we are transforming our space into a premier comedy club for one night only. Featuring a curated lineup of professional comedians, this event promises a blend of original humor and powerful storytelling.
Schedule & Ticketing
Date: February 27th
Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Showtime: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Admission: $25.00
Seating: General Admission (First come, first served)
Featured Comedians
Daniel Owens | Comedian
Calling Bellefonte home, Owens has spent three years touring Pennsylvania and Ohio. His signature style blends the surreal with the unexpected, creating an unforgettable brand of humor.
Michael Keller | Comedian
After receiving a life-saving double lung transplant, Keller traded the ICU for the stage. He uses stand-up to navigate his journey with Cystic Fibrosis, finding light and surreal comedy in the fight for air.
Jonathan Preston | Comedian / Owner of Let's Laugh Productions
The owner of Let's Laugh Productions, Preston is both a performer and a producer. He specializes in "bridging the gap between world-class comedy and community impact," using the stage to help non-profits and spread the joy of letting go.
Important Information: This is a 21+ event containing mature content.
Refreshments (alcoholic/non-alcoholic) and snacks will be available for purchase.
Please note that all sales are final and non-refundable.
🐰 Rails & Tails Easter Egg Hunt 🥚
📍 Where: Railroaders Memorial Museum
📅 When: April 4, 2026
🕚 Hunt Times:
🐣 1-3 year olds: 11:00 AM
🐰 4-8 year olds: 12:30 PM
🎟 Cost:
✅ FREE with Museum admission
💲 $3 per child (without Museum admission)
Hop on over to the Railroaders Memorial Museum for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt! Kids can search for eggs while families enjoy a day at the museum.
🍿 Food & Drinks Available for Purchase!
🌭 Hot dogs | 🧀 Nachos | 🍿 Popcorn | 🥔 Chips | 🍪 Cookies
Make it a full day of food, fun, and egg-citing memories! 🐇🌷 Bring the whole family and join us for lunch and an egg hunt!
The egg hunt is FREE with purchase of admission to the Museum. If you wish to purchase Museum admission visit railroadcity.org/visit.
Twilight at the Curve 🌙✨
Where: Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark Location: 2400 Veterans Memorial Hwy, Altoona, PA 16601
About This Event
Experience one of the eight engineering marvels of the world like never before!
Join us for Twilight at the Curve, a special summer series where we extend our hours to let you enjoy the Horseshoe Curve under the stars. Whether you’re a railfan, a photography enthusiast, or looking for a unique family outing, there is nothing quite like watching the trains roll through the mountains as day turns to night.
What to expect:
Trackside Views: Walk the newly illuminated stairs or take the funicular up to the observation area.
Atmosphere: Perfect for a romantic picnic, stargazing with the family, or capturing long-exposure train photography.
Late Night Access: The Visitor Center and Gift Shop will remain open until 10:00 PM.
📅 2026 Summer Dates
All events run from 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM on the following Saturdays:
May: 2nd & 9th
June: 13th & 27th
July: 11th & 25th
August: 8th & 22nd
September: 12th & 26th
🕒 Important Times & Info
Observation Area Closes: 9:30 PM
Visitor Center Closes: 10:00 PM
Admission: Standard admission rates apply.
What to Bring: Flashlights are highly recommended for safety. Telescopes are encouraged for stargazers! 🔭
🍗 Wing Fest Express | 3rd Annual 🚂
Get ready for the ultimate wing-filled night at the Railroaders Memorial Museum! We’re bringing together the best flavors, live music, and cold drinks for our 3rd Annual Wing Fest Express—and the best part? YOU are the judge. (ticket link will be available soon!)
📅 EVENT DETAILS
DATE: June 6, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Gates open at 5:30 PM)
ADMISSION: $5 per person
LOCATION: Railroaders Memorial Museum, 1200 9th Ave Altoona, PA 16602
🗳️ YOU ARE THE JUDGE!
This isn't just a tasting; it’s a competition. Grab some wings from our local vendors and cast your vote in four mouth-watering categories:
Original / Buffalo 🌶️
Creative Sweet 🍯
Creative Spicy / Hot 🔥
Unique / Exotic 🍍
How the Competition Works: Your votes matter! While the final event of the season will feature a panel of judges, this event is strictly attendee-voted. Help your favorite vendor climb the ranks for the "People's Choice Champion" title!
🎸 LIVE MUSIC & DRINKS
Enjoy the evening with a cold drink in hand and live performances from:
NS Lawmen and others TBD
A variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available. You must be 21+ with a valid ID to consume alcohol.
📢 STAY TUNED
Come hungry, bring your friends, and get ready to crown the king of wings! We’ll be posting more details and vendor reveals as we get closer to the date.
🚂 Main Line Mania | Wing Fest & Firework Show
Join us at the Railroaders Memorial Museum on July 3rd for an epic evening of live music, delicious food, and a massive firework display to kick off your Independence Day weekend!
📍 Location: Railroaders Memorial Museum: 1200 9th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602
🕒 EVENT SCHEDULE
3:30 PM: Parking Lot opens
4:00 PM: Gates Open
5:00 PM – 10 PM: Live Music Performances
Dusk (around 10PM): Firework Spectacle 🎆
🎸 LIVE MUSIC
Catch high-energy performances by:
K4 Kountry
7th Virtue
Josh Gallagher
🍗 THE WING FEST
Come hungry! Sample the best wings in the area and vote for your favorite vendor to help crown the Wing King of Altoona. We will also have various craft and non-food vendors on-site for your shopping pleasure. Vendors to be listed soon!
👨👩👧👦 FAMILY FUN FOR EVERYONE
We’ve got a full lineup of activities to keep the kids (and kids at heart) entertained:
🦁 Petting Zoo
🏰 Large Bounce House
🎨 Face Painting
👕 Custom T-shirts made on the spot
🎯 Yard Games
🎟️ ADMISSION & PARKING
We accept both cash and cards at the gate!
Walk-ins: $5 per person
General Parking: $10 per car
VIP Parking: $15 per car
🍻 REFRESHMENTS
Come thirsty! A variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase throughout the evening.
Gather your friends and family, bring your lawn chairs, and get ready to light up the Altoona sky!
🍗 Wing Fest Express | 3rd Annual 🚂
Get ready for the ultimate wing-filled night at the Railroaders Memorial Museum! We’re bringing together the best flavors, live music, and cold drinks for our 3rd Annual Wing Fest Express—and the best part? YOU are the judge.
📅 EVENT DETAILS
DATE: August 1, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Gates open at 5:30 PM)
ADMISSION: $5 per person
LOCATION: Railroaders Memorial Museum
🗳️ YOU ARE THE JUDGE FOR PEOPLE'S CHOICE
This isn't just a tasting; it’s a competition. Grab some wings from our local vendors and cast your vote in four mouth-watering categories:
Original / Buffalo 🌶️
Creative Sweet 🍯
Creative Spicy / Hot 🔥
Unique / Exotic 🍍
How the Competition Works: Your votes matter! While this is the final event of the season and will feature a panel of judges for this event's awards, you will still be able to vote for the "People's Choice Champion" title!
🎸 LIVE MUSIC & DRINKS
Enjoy the evening with a cold drink in hand and live performances from:
AGES & Autumn Rising
A variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available. You must be 21+ with a valid ID to consume alcohol.
📢 STAY TUNED
Come hungry, bring your friends, and get ready to crown the king of wings! We’ll be posting more details and vendor reveals as we get closer to the date.
2025 EVENT SPONSORS
