The cost of putting on the 2012 Seattle National Train Day Planning is estimated at $30,000.00. The Seattle National Train Day recognizes the contributions of all of our railway and Railway Food Industries, as such we hope the entire community participates and welcome all sponsors and donations from the private sector.

Note: All members of the Seattle National Train Day Planning Committee are volunteers, none are paid for their services with 99.9% of all funds going to directly support, promote and present the Seattle National Train Day "Railway Barbecue".

The 2012 Seattle National Train Day Association community developed a vision for a larger and better Seattle National Train Day Event. As 2012 Seattle National Train Day "Railway Barbecue" is expected to draw an estimated 35,000 spectators. As with most things, the bigger and the better, the more expensive.

We would like to bring in a higher profile of Railway Barbecue for 2013 Seattle National Train Day with a number of activities planned around Railway Wine and Cheese Tasting, and recoup some of the expense of the "Railway Barbecue" production. 2012 Seattle National Train Day we plan to obtain more equipment, banners, sashes and other gear giving the "Railway Barbecue" a more professional look and saving some expenses in the future.