The Fairplex Garden Railroad

An exhibit of the Fairplex Programming Department
with volunteers provided by The Fairplex Learning and Development Center

Looking Ahead

After celebrating 100 years at the Fair, we are working to maintain our exhibit while also planning to include the theme for the fair. Click here for our plans for 2026.

Leadership Team

Our Leadership Team is a group of volunteers who are responsible for specific areas and who help plan and supervise projects and activities for the year and for the annual LA County Fair.

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Videos

We share our latest and previous videos as well as

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Join Us

If you enjoy gardening, model railroading, want to learn about the hobby of garden railroading, or just enjoy the companionship of a great group who share common interests—consider becoming a Fairplex Garden Railroad volunteer.

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Support the FGRR

The Fairplex and the volunteers of the FGRR are grateful for the generous contributions that have been given by supporters. The help that these businesses, families and individuals provide is crucial to maintaining this historic, world-class attraction.

Recent Posts

Walk this way…….

October 27, 2025

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Rick Bremer

In my last post, we ended with our contractor volunteer Mike Z., starting on removing our old wooden walkway. This is in preparation for a new support structure which will […]
Keeping Busy!

August 10, 2025

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Rick Bremer

Did you ever wonder what happens at the Garden Railroad after the fair? To begin with, our volunteers take some well-deserved time off but the weeds do not! Returning in […]
Out With The Old…..In With The ….????

July 2, 2025

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Rick Bremer

My last blog featured photos by our friend Jerry Shaw and the first on the list is our 100th Anniversary birthday cake. This display was intended to be displayed during […]