Cabin John Miniature Train

Children and adults alike are captivated by the miniature train running through the park. The train’s five passenger cars carry visitors on a scenic two-mile ride through the Cabin John Regional Park (about a 15-minute ride).

Montgomery Parks, part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Program Access Office at 301-495-2477 (Voice), MD Relay 7-1-1 or 800-552-7724 or ProgramAccess@MontgomeryParks.org to request a disability modification. Visit www.MontgomeryParks.org/about/parks for more information.

Private Rentals

The Party Room at the Cabin John Miniature Train Station serves as the perfect spot for a family celebration or your child’s next birthday party. The spacious Train Station Party Room features a fun train motif and can accommodate up to 50 people. As part of the birthday 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 may be purchased the day of the rental, if needed)
• Special photo opportunity for the birthday child on the locomotive engine in season
• Special “no-wait” priority seating on the first train ride for your whole party in season

OFF-SEASON Train Party Room Rental:

The Train Station Party Room is available for party rentals in the off season (Saturdays and Sundays only from December through April). The train is not running, so rental rates more affordable than ever! Fee includes use of tables, chairs and refrigerator.

For your convenience, book your party online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org. 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 (see “How to Book Your Party Room Online” below).

If you already have an ActiveMONTGOMERY account and know your login and PIN number, you’re ready to go! If you don’t have an ActiveMONTGOMERY account, why not sign up for one right now? It’s free and only takes a few minutes. If you have questions about ActiveMONTGOMERY, please call 301-495-2580 Monday – Friday.

How to Cancel a Party Room Reservation

To receive a refund, please submit your cancellation in writing at least 14 days prior to the rental date. A $25 cancellation fee will be subtracted from your total refund. You may email your cancellation notification to: CabinJohnTrain@MontgomeryParks.org.
No refunds will be issued if the cancellation request is submitted fewer than 14 days prior to the rental date.