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The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Wheaton Miniature Train & Carousel

Volunteers

Are you looking for SSL hours or want to give back to your community? Friendly helpers are needed at our Spring Eye Spy Train ride in Wheaton Regional Park this April!

Wheaton Miniature Train and Carousel

The Wheaton Miniature Train is a third-scale replica of the 1863 C.P. Huntington engine, with passenger cars. The train takes riders on a two-mile trek through Wheaton Regional Park, with the highlights being a miniature trestle bridge, plenty of wildlife and of course the tunnel!

The new Wheaton Carousel was installed in 2025. This magnificent 36 foot carousel is a true work of art, featuring 22 fiberglass horses, 11 striking zebras and two elegant chariots, including one that is ADA-accessible. Each figure showcases vivid hand-painted scenery of landscapes, wildlife, and nature.

The Wheaton Miniature Train Party Room is a perfect spot for a family celebration or your child’s next birthday party.

2025 Operating Schedule

MonthTrain and Carousel Hours Party Room Availability
MarMar 1 31:
Seasonal Closure
Weekend Rentals
AprSpecial Event: Spring Eye Spy Trains
Saturdays and Sundays: 9:30a – 4:30p

Apr 14 21 MCPS Spring Break:
Open daily 9:30a – 4:30p

Apr 20: Easter Sunday
9:30a – 4:30p
Not Available
MayMay 1 – 31:
Saturdays and Sundays: 9:30a – 4:30p

May 26 Memorial Day:
9:30a – 4:30p
Weekend Rentals
JunJun 1 18
Saturdays and Sundays: 9:30a – 4:30p

Jun 19 Juneteenth:
12:00p – 5:00p

Jun 20 Jun 30
Thursdays and Fridays: 12p – 5p
Saturdays and Sundays: 9:30a – 4:30p
Weekend Rentals
Jul – AugJul 1 – Aug 15:
Thursdays and Fridays: 12p – 5p
Saturdays and Sundays: 9:30a – 4:30p

Aug 16 – Aug 31:
Saturdays and Sundays: 9:30a – 4:30p

Jul 4 Independence Day:
9:30a – 4:30p
Weekend Rentals
SepSep 1 – 30:
Saturdays and Sundays: 9:30a – 4:30p

Sep 1 Labor Day:
9:30a 4:30p
Weekend Rentals
OctSpecial Event: Halloween Eye Spy Trains
Saturdays and Sundays 9:30a – 4:30p
Not Available
Nov – FebSeasonal ClosureWeekend Rentals at
Off-Season Rates
A group gathers in a party room to celebrate a birthday party

Montgomery Parks, part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. Contact the Program Access Office at 301-495-2581 or email ProgramAccess@MontgomeryParks.org to request a disability modification. Visit Montgomery Parks Program Access for more information.