2025 Train and Party Room Schedule
Schedule Subject to change
| Month | Train Hours of Operation | Party Room Availability |
|---|---|---|
| March | March 1 – 31: Seasonal Closure | Weekend Rentals |
| April | Special Event: Spring Eye Spy Trains Saturdays and Sundays Open 9:30a – 4:30p April 14 -20 (MCPS Spring Break) Open daily 9:30a – 4:30p April 20: Easter Sunday 9:30a-4:30p | Not Available for Rentals |
| May | Saturdays and Sundays Open 9:30a – 4:30p May 26 Memorial Day: Open 9:30a – 4:30p | Available for Weekend Rentals |
| June | Saturdays and Sundays Open 9:30a – 4:30p | Available for Weekend Rentals |
| July | Saturdays and Sundays Open 9:30a – 4:30p July 4 Independence Day: Open 9:30a – 4:30p | Available for Weekend Rentals |
| August | Saturdays and Sundays Open 9:30a – 4:30p | Available for Weekend Rentals |
| September | Saturdays and Sundays Open 9:30a – 4:30p September 1 Labor Day: Open 9:30a – 4:30p | Available for Weekend Rentals |
| October | Special Event: Halloween Eye Spy Trains Saturdays and Sundays Open 9:30a – 4:30p Special Event Tickets Needed | Not Available for Rentals |
| November through March | Seasonal Closure | Available for Weekend Rentals at Off-Season Rates November- March |
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 | $125 (train not in operation) |
| 2 hours | 9:00am – 11:00am 11:45am – 1:45pm 2:30pm – 4:30pm |
Saturday & Sunday | $225 |
| 5 hours | 9:00am – 2:00pm | Saturday & Sunday | $450 |
| Allotted Time | Schedule | Day of the Week | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 hours | 10am – Noon 1pm – 3pm |
Saturday & Sunday | $140 |
| 5 hours | 10am – 3pm | Saturday & Sunday | $265 |
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.