North Platte Nebraska is the home of Union Pacific's Bailey Yard, the world's largest railroad yard. More than 150 trains pass through North Platte every single day, more than anywhere else on the planet. To celebrate our railroad heritage, community activist Dave Harrold pioneered North Platte Railfest in 2007. Every year, on the third weekend in September, thousands of rail fans converge on North Platte from around the world to enjoy displays of railroad equipment and crafts, vintage locoRail Town USA | Union Pacific Railroad | Bailey Yard | Rail fans | North Platte Rail Fest

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