TrainTastic was honored to be voted Best Museum in the 2025 WXXV Viewers’ Choice Awards thanks to the incredible support of our community, our volunteers, and the thousands of families who have made us part of their traditions. Now, we’re hoping to defend that title in the 2026 awards – and we’d be honored to earn your nomination once again.
If TrainTastic has become one of your favorite places to visit on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, we’d love your support.
Celebrating a Community Award
Winning Best Museum last year meant more than bringing home a trophy.
It represented the trust our community has placed in TrainTastic as a place where families can learn, play, and create memories together.
Since opening our doors, we’ve welcomed visitors from across the country while continuing to grow right here in Gulfport.
From school field trips and STEM programs to Gulfport birthday parties, seasonal events, and summer camps, every guest has helped shape who we are today.
More Than a Museum
TrainTastic has grown into much more than the world’s largest model railroad museum.
Families visit throughout the year for:
- Interactive train exhibits
- Hands-on STEM activities
- LEGO play and building experiences
- Birthday parties
- Summer camps
- Holiday Lights
- The Polar Experience
- Tricks, Treats & Trains
- Thomas Day
- Educational workshops
- Community events
Whether you’re visiting for the first time or the fiftieth, every visit offers something new to discover.
Help Us Defend Our Title
The 2026 WXXV Viewers’ Choice Awards are now accepting nominations, and we’d be honored to have your support once again.
If TrainTastic has made an impact on your family, please consider nominating us in one or more of these categories:
⭐ Best Museum (Help us defend our title!)
⭐ Family Entertainment
⭐ Children’s Party Venue
⭐ Tourist Attraction
⭐ Community Event
⭐ Non-Profit Organization
⭐ Gift Shop
⭐ Best Place to Work
Every nomination helps introduce more families to TrainTastic and supports our mission of inspiring curiosity through hands-on learning and unforgettable experiences.
Why Community Support Matters
TrainTastic is a local nonprofit museum.
Every visit, membership, donation, volunteer, and nomination helps us continue expanding exhibits, developing educational programs, and creating new experiences for families across the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Recognition like the Viewers’ Choice Awards also helps more visitors discover Gulfport as a family destination while supporting tourism throughout our community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the WXXV Viewers’ Choice Awards?
The WXXV Viewers’ Choice Awards recognize the Gulf Coast’s favorite local businesses, attractions, nonprofits, restaurants, and organizations as voted on by the community.
What award did TrainTastic win?
TrainTastic was honored as the 2025 WXXV Viewers’ Choice Best Museum.
Can I nominate TrainTastic in more than one category?
Yes. TrainTastic is eligible in several categories, including Museum, Family Entertainment, Tourist Attraction, Children’s Party Venue, Community Event, Gift Shop, Non-Profit Organization, and Best Place to Work.
Why should I nominate TrainTastic?
Your nomination helps support a local nonprofit museum that provides family entertainment, STEM education, and hands-on learning opportunities for thousands of children and visitors each year.
Thank You for Supporting TrainTastic
We’re incredibly grateful for everyone who helped us earn Best Museum last year.
Now we’re asking for your help one more time.
If TrainTastic has become one of your family’s favorite things to do in Gulfport to explore, celebrate, and learn, we’d be honored to receive your nomination.
Thank you for helping us continue creating Just Train Fun for families across the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
