Manchester Railroad Days

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Manchester Railroad Days Manchester Railroad Days 2026
Railfan Reception
Friday, October 16 @ 7 pm
110 W. Main Street
Train Show
Saturday, October 17, 9 am - 4 pm
117 Callaway Street

History of Manchester Railroad Days

1998 – Railroad Days was founded by Tyron Elliott with the assistance of Larry Goolsby, and was held in the Manchester High School Lunch Room.
1999 – Railroad Days was moved to the gym of The Manchester Recreation Department. The Observation Deck was constructed and became the first city installed train observation deck in the state of Georgia!
2000 – Held in the gym and on the grounds of Manchester Recreation Department, featuring CSX’s brand new traveling exhibit; Operation Lifesaver was seen for the first time ever; anywhere! The “Art Train” was also on exhibit in the CSX Yard, displaying art treasures from around the nation. Over 1000 visitors attended.
2001 – Railroad Days moved to its permanent home at The Manchester Mill. The huge building afforded a lot of exhibit space. 750’ of railroad tracks were located on the grounds, but some of it had concrete and asphalt over it. Enough of the track was cleared and restored to make possible the use of motorcars at the event. A record crowd of 1250 visitors attended the event. Manchester’s Observation Deck was completely renovated, fitted with electrical service and given a roof with an old depot style.
2010 – Manchester Railroad Days founder and supporter Tyron Elliott passed away.
2013 – The Manchester Mill suffers a devastating fire; but the exhibition hall is largely undamaged. The grounds are cleared and the exhibition hall is restored with beautiful windows in keeping with the style and era of the building. Long-time Railroad Days Organizer Jennifer Mears leaves her position. Manchester Development Authority, who has always hosted the event turns it over to the Downtown Development Authority. AND THE SHOW MUST GO ON!!!

09/26/2026

Roll call! What’s your favorite gauge?

Are you ready for Grafitti???Prepare to have your taste buds tickled!!! Grafitti food truck never disappoints, and they...
09/24/2026

Are you ready for Grafitti???
Prepare to have your taste buds tickled!!! Grafitti food truck never disappoints, and they’ll be set up on site at Manchester Railroad Days for your dining pleasure!

09/24/2026
09/24/2026
1998 - Manchester Railroad Days was making the news!!!I’ve been hanging out lately in the archives of Star Mercury Newsp...
09/23/2026

1998 - Manchester Railroad Days was making the news!!!

I’ve been hanging out lately in the archives of Star Mercury Newspaper…

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Welcome Jeff LeVan to Manchester Railroad Days! Jeff is a relatively new vendor and this is his first Manchester vendor...
09/22/2026

Welcome Jeff LeVan to Manchester Railroad Days! Jeff is a relatively new vendor and this is his first Manchester vendor experience! Jeff specializes in HO trains and is extremely interested in rail history. Originally from Pennsylvania, he and wife Cindy now make their home in Monroe, GA.

Once upon a time, two guys did a thing…Tyron Elliott and Larry Goolsby had a chat. I’m not sure which voiced their idea...
09/22/2026

Once upon a time, two guys did a thing…
Tyron Elliott and Larry Goolsby had a chat. I’m not sure which voiced their idea first…. Tyron wanted a signature event for Manchester, Larry wanted a place to have a train show; and Manchester Railroad Days was born. The year was 1998.

Time for confession…. I’ve looked EVERYWHERE for this beautiful banner, which I think was last used in 2023. I probabl...
09/22/2026

Time for confession…. I’ve looked EVERYWHERE for this beautiful banner, which I think was last used in 2023. I probably put it away for safe keeping…. If you know it’s whereabouts, please clue me. Carla 706-975-4546

Address

117 Callaway Street
Manchester, GA
31816

Opening Hours

9am - 4pm

Telephone

+17069754546

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