2026 Train and Party Room Schedule
Schedule Subject to change
| Month | Train Hours of Operation | Party Room Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Mar | Mar 1 – 27: Seasonal Closure Special Event: Spring Eye Spy Trains Mar 28 – 31 MCPS Spring Break 9:30a – 4:30p | Weekend Rentals |
| Apr | Special Event: Spring Eye Spy Trains Saturdays and Sundays: 9:30a – 4:30p Apr 1 – 6 MCPS Spring Break: Open daily 9:30a – 4:30p Apr 5: Easter Sunday 9:30a – 4:30p | Not Available |
| May | May 1- 31: Saturday and Sundays: 9:30am- 4:30pm May 25 Memorial Day: 9:30a – 4:30p | Weekend Rentals |
| Ju | Saturdays and Sundays Open 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | Available for Weekend Rentals |
| Jul | Saturdays and Sundays Open 9:30 am – 4:30 pm July 4 Independence Day: Open 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | Available for Weekend Rentals |
| Aug | Saturdays and Sundays Open 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | Available for Weekend Rentals |
| Sept | Saturdays and Sundays Open 9:30 am – 4:30 pm September 7 Labor Day: Open 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | Available for Weekend Rentals |
| Oct | Special Event: Halloween Eye Spy Trains Saturdays and Sundays Open 9:30 am – 4:30 pm Special Event Tickets Needed | Not Available for Rentals |
| Nov | Nov 1 Special Event: Halloween Eye Spy Trains Saturdays and Sundays Open 9:30 am – 4:30 pm Nov 2-30 Seasonal Closure | Available for Weekend Rentals |
| Dec-Feb | Seasonal Closure | Weekend Rentals |
Train Station Party Room Rentals
The Cabin John Miniature Train Station serves as the perfect spot for a family celebration or your child’s next birthday party. The spacious party room features a fun train motif and can accommodate up to 50 people.
As part of the party package, guests will get:
- Use of tables, chairs, and refrigerator/freezer
- 20 complimentary train tickets for a two-hour party and 40 complimentary train tickets for a five-hour party. Additional train tickets can be purchased the day of your rental if needed. (In-Season Only)
- Special photo opportunity for the birthday child on the locomotive engine. (In-Season Only)
- Special “no-wait” priority seating on the first train ride for your whole party. (In-Season Only)
Off-Season Rentals
Our Train Station Party Room is available for party rentals in the off-season (Saturdays and Sundays only from November through March). The train is not running, so rental rates are more affordable than ever! The fee includes the use of tables, chairs, and refrigerator.
How to Book
Book your party online at ActiveMONTGOMERY. The party room is available by reservation only. Availability is limited and time slots fill quickly, so please book your party well in advance of your preferred date. Dates and times of availability can be found online at ActiveMontgomery.org.
Changes
Reservation changes may be made at least thirty (30) days prior to your rental date. A request must be submitted in writing to CabinJohnTrain@MontgomeryParks.org. A $50 fee is required for each permit change. No refunds will be issued if the change request is submitted less than thirty (30) days prior to the rental date.
Cancellations
Reservation cancellations with thirty (30) days’ notice will receive a refund minus a $50 cancellation fee for a two-hour rental ($75 for a five-hour rental). Cancellation request must be submitted in writing to CabinJohnTrain@MontgomeryParks.org. No refunds will be issued if the cancellation request is submitted less than thirty (30) days prior to the rental date.
| Allotted Time | Schedule | Day of the Week | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 hours | 9:00am – 11:00am 11:45am – 1:45pm 2:30pm – 4:30pm |
Monday -Friday | $180 (train not in operation) |
| 2 hours | 9:00am – 11:00am 11:45am – 1:45pm 2:30pm – 4:30pm |
Saturday & Sunday | $252 |
| 5 hours | 9:00am – 2:00pm | Saturday & Sunday | $504 |
| Allotted Time | Schedule | Day of the Week | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 hours | 9:00am – 11:00am
11:45am – 1:45pm 2:30pm – 4:30pm |
Saturday & Sunday | $180 |
| 5 hours | 9am – 2pm | Saturday & Sunday | $360 |