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Galston500 2026
500 Laps • Miniature Steam Trains • Live Entertainment • Supporting MS Research
Visit the Official WebsiteHosted by the Hornsby Model Engineers Co-Op Ltd, the Galston500 is an annual endurance challenge where teams of spectacular 5-inch Scale Model Locomotives work together to complete a combined total of 500 laps around the picturesque 1km Galston Valley Railway.
Every lap helps raise vital funds for Multiple Sclerosis research, making this one of Australia's most unique and family-friendly charity events.
Event Details
Bring the whole family and enjoy a fantastic day filled with entertainment both on and off the railway. Watch the challenge unfold, cheer on the locomotive teams, and even enjoy a ride behind some of the participating miniature trains.
The public is warmly invited to attend throughout the day and enjoy a relaxed, fun-filled atmosphere while helping raise funds for an important cause.
This Year's Theme
Celebrating 30 Years of groundbreaking research by the Westmead Institute for Medical Research.
Everyone is encouraged to dress in their favourite celebration attire and join in the fun!
There's Something For Everyone
| Live Music | Miniature Train Rides |
| Craft & Merchandise Stalls | Food Vendors |
| RFS Fire Truck Displays & Family Activities | |
The Story Behind Galston500
The Galston500 was founded by Allie Thackray, who was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2013.
After Allie and her husband Evan were married at the Galston Valley Railway in 2017, they wanted to combine their love of miniature railways with a cause that was deeply personal to them.
What began as a simple idea has grown into one of Australia's most unique railway charity events, bringing together train enthusiasts, families and the local community to support life-changing medical research.
With your support, we'll make 2026 our biggest year yet.
Supporting Life-Changing Research
Funds raised from the 2026 Galston500 will once again be donated directly to researchers at the Westmead Institute for Medical Research, helping advance research into the causes of Multiple Sclerosis, better treatments, prevention and, ultimately, a cure.
The Institute has spent more than 30 years transforming groundbreaking medical discoveries into treatments that improve and save lives for Australians and people around the world.
Join Us For A Fantastic Day!
Cheer on the locomotive teams, enjoy live entertainment, ride the miniature trains and help make a real difference in the fight against Multiple Sclerosis.
For event details, updates and visitor information, visit galston500.com
Venue
Galston Valley Railway - 29 MidDural Road, Galston, NSW, 2159
Price
Adult Entry to the event is $10, Kids Enter for Free - Train Rides are $4 per person (Adults ride the trains at Kids prices)
