Open to the Public
Trains, Planes + Automobiles
20th Anniversary celebration of transportation history with a vintage car show, model train displays, aviation exhibits, canal tours, and family activities.
Date
September 10-12
Time
Thu 11 AM - Sat 3 PM
Location
Multiple Venues Around Geneseo
Two Decades of Wheels, Wings & Rails
For two decades, Trains, Planes + Automobiles has been Geneseo's signature celebration of all things that move. This year marks the 20th anniversary of bringing together aviation enthusiasts, railroad hobbyists, car collectors, and families for one unforgettable weekend in Geneseo.
From a Stearman fly-in at Gen-Airpark to a working model train display downtown, canal tours through the historic Hennepin Canal, a Friday night pre-party, and a show-stopping car show on Saturday — there's something for every transportation lover in the family.
Weekend Schedule
Whether you're a lifelong enthusiast or just looking for a unique weekend experience, TPA's 20th anniversary promises to be the biggest and best yet. Most events are open to the public — no tickets required.
Thursday, September 10
Day 1 — Aviation
Stearman Fly In
11:00 AM — 2:00 PM
Gen-Airpark
Presented by Gen-Airpark
Friday, September 11
Day 2 — Canal & Party
Canal Tours
90-minute guided golf cart tours of the Hennepin Canal at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 1:00 PM
Hennepin Canal
Tickets Required
Hennepin Canal tours
TPA Pre-Party
5:00 PM
Erdman Construction, 101 S. Chicago St., Geneseo, IL
Kick off the weekend early
Saturday, September 12
Day 3 — Trains & Automobiles
Operating Model Train Display
9:00 AM — 2:00 PM
154 E. Exchange St., Downtown Geneseo
Geneseo Model Railroaders
Maple City Cruisers Car Show
9:00 AM — 3:00 PM
Downtown Geneseo
Classic cars, hot rods, and vintage automobiles
Something for Every Enthusiast
Aviation
Watch the Stearman Fly In at Gen-Airpark — a must-see for plane lovers
Canal Tours
90-minute guided golf cart tours along the historic Hennepin Canal
Model Trains
Working model railroad display by the Geneseo Model Railroaders
Car Show
Maple City Cruisers showcase classic and vintage automobiles