Illustration of volunteers in Santa hats sorting wrapped presents and toys at a toy drive table (Stuff the Train Toy Drive and Holiday Extravaganza 2026)

Stuff the Train Toy Drive and Holiday Extravaganza 2026

Attendees can donate new, unwrapped toys for children across Maryland while exploring historic trains and dancing to music by DJ Kopec. Activities include visits with Santa, Winter Wonderland craft stations, balloon artists, and a strolling magician. Costumed guests such as Mickey, Minnie, Buzz Lightyear, Woody, the Oriole Bird, and Poe also make appearances throughout the museum.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Food and beverages, including a full bar, are available for purchase.

Parking

Free parking is available in several gated and secured lots.

Going?

Location

National Museum of Railroad History & Innovation · 901 West Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21223 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and family-focused

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Bring a new, unwrapped toy for a child from infancy through age 18 to contribute to the drive.
  • Use one of the gated, secured parking lots, where parking is free.
  • Bring a payment method for food and beverages, which are available for purchase.
  • Allow time to explore the trains as well as the craft stations and entertainment.
  • Children can make holiday decorations at the Winter Wonderland craft stations, so leave time to take part.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Santa, the Oriole Bird, Poe, a Toy Soldier Stilt Walker, Elf on the Shelf, the Gingerbread Man, Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Mickey and Minnie appear at the event.

Links & Contact

Run by Greater Chesapeake Foundation (GCF)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I bring for the toy drive?

Bring a new, unwrapped toy for a child from infancy through age 18; donations support hospitals, schools and nonprofits across Maryland.

What can families do at the event?

Visitors can explore the trains, visit Santa, dance to music by DJ Kopec, make holiday decorations, and see balloon artists and a strolling magician.

Which costumed guests are expected?

The listed guests include the Oriole Bird, Poe, Toy Soldier Stilt Walker, Elf on the Shelf, Gingerbread Man, Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Mickey and Minnie.

Will food and drinks be available?

Food and beverages, including a full bar, will be available for purchase.

Where can visitors park?

Free parking is available in several gated and secured lots.

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