Station Updates:
(27 April 2012, 8:20 am) Check out our new Video Gallery for short clips of Engines, scenes from the train, a passing Amtrak train and more!
(27 April 2012, 8:20 am) Check out our new Video Gallery for short clips of Engines, scenes from the train, a passing Amtrak train and more!
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Click any open day above for information on trains and times.
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Join Thomas the Tank Engine™, a full-sized operating steam locomotive, as he greets friends of all ages. Ride a train pulled by Thomas and meet Sir Topham Hatt™. You'll find lots of other exciting activities, and a complete selection of Thomas merchandise in our gift shop.
What is Day out with Thomas?
Day Out With Thomas is a family event that offers children and their grownups the opportunity to ride with classic storybook friend Thomas the Tank Engine at heritage railroads nationwide. Parents, grandparents and siblings join their aspiring engineers in the fun. The Day Out With Thomas experience will engineer miles of smiles for the whole family and introduce a new generation to the timeless excitement of railroading.
Who is Thomas the Tank Engine?
Since Thomas the Tank Engine left the depot more than 50 years ago, this Really Useful Engine and his Island of Sodor friends have chugged their way into the hearts of preschoolers and grownups worldwide. Based on The Railway Series of classic stories authored by a father who loved trains and wanted a shared experience with his son, Thomas & Friends is a rite of passage that inspires the imagination while teaching the life lessons of friendship, exploration and cooperation.
What are the appropriate ages for Day Out With Thomas?
Day Out With Thomas is a family event that welcomes passengers of all ages.
2012 Day Out With Thomas Schedule:
$19.00 ages 2 and up.
Includes one ride behind Thomas & and one Coach ride aboard the Strasburg Rail Road
$27.00 for ages 3 and up.
For tickets and information visit www.ticketweb.com or call 866.468.7630.
Advance purchase is recommended.
Ticket sales are final. Events are rain or shine.
Day Out With Thomas™ Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends™ Based on The Railway Series by The Reverend W Awdry. ©2010 Gullane (Thomas) Limited. Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends, Thomas & Friends and Day Out With Thomas are trademarks of Gullane (Thomas) Limited. Thomas & Friends and Design is Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off. LEGO, DUPLO, the LEGO logo, and the DUPLO logo are trademarks of The LEGO Group. ©2009 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved. HIT and the HIT logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited.
Your Day Out With Thomas ticket includes all of the following activities, so plan to spend the day!
Activity times by event date are as follows:
June 16 - 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
June 17 - 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
June 18 - 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
June 19 - 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
June 20 - 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
June 21 - 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
June 22 - 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
June 23 - 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
June 24 - 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Sept. 15 - 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Sept. 16 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sept. 17 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sept. 18 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sept. 19 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sept. 20 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sept. 21 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sept. 22 - 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Sept. 23 - 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Nov. 16 - 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Nov. 17 - 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Nov. 18 - 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Links to other great sites, articles and blogs about the Strasburg Rail Road.
| Have Some Family Fun at Strasburg Rail Road by Have Sippy Will Travel |
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| Put on Your Conductor Hat and Get Ready to See Thomas by Mamanista |
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| Thomas Chugging Into Strasburg Rail Raod by BaltimoreandOhioRR |
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Thanks for all the great posts on Facebook during our June event this year. Here are just a few of the posts... Read more at www.Facebook.com/StrasburgRailRoad
We had a great time...visited last Monday. Keep up the great work...the kids love it!!
June 26 at 3:57pm
We enjoyed Thomas day out very much! The event was great and the staff were awesome and very helpful!
June 26 at 4:27pm
Thanks for making our experience with Thomas so enjoyable for our 3-year old. He REALLY loved it!!!
June 26 at 6:16pm
We had a great time! There was so much to do & we loved how you didn't have to pay extra for any of it :-)
June 26 at 9:21pm
Just left about an hour ago!! What an experience! Thomas was AWESOME!!
June 26 at 2:25pm
My son loved it when he was 3 years old! I loved the excitement on his face...priceless! Next year I'm hoping to take our younger son to the Thomas...I'm so glad you have many different activities for both my kids...
June 26 at 6:31am
Can't wait to go this Sun! We went last Nov and had the BEST time! My 2 yr old, now 3, loved it!
June 24 at 7:26pm
Dear Strasburg RR, thank you so much for bringing Thomas to your station. My son loves Thomas and trains, so we enjoy our trips there. We went twice this week!!! :0)
June 24 at 9:56pm
What is Day out with Thomas™?
Day Out With Thomas is a family event that offers children and their grownups the opportunity to ride with classic storybook friend Thomas the Tank Engine™ at heritage railroads nationwide. Parents, grandparents and siblings join their aspiring engineers in the fun. The Day Out With Thomas experience will engineer miles of smiles for the whole family and introduce a new generation to the timeless excitement of railroading.
Who is Thomas the Tank Engine?
Since Thomas the Tank Engine left the depot more than 50 years ago, this Really Useful Engine and his Island of Sodor friends have chugged their way into the hearts of preschoolers and grownups worldwide. Based on The Railway Series of classic stories authored by a father who loved trains and wanted a shared experience with his son, Thomas & Friends™ is a rite of passage that inspires the imagination while teaching the life lessons of friendship, exploration and cooperation.
Do the regular Strasburg trains operate during the Thomas Event?
Yes! You may purchase tickets at the station for the regular train during the Day Out With Thomas events.
What are the appropriate ages for Day Out With Thomas?
Day Out With Thomas is a family event that welcomes passengers of all ages.
Where is the event?
Route 741 East, Strasburg, PA 17579. Click here for directions.
When is the event?
June 16 - 24, 2012
September 15 - 23, 2012
November 16-18 , 2012
When do tickets go on sale?
Tickets are on sale now through Ticketweb (www.ticketweb.com)
How much are tickets?
Regular Tickets
$19.00 ages 2 and up.
Combo Tickets
Includes one ride behind Thomas & and one Coach ride aboard the Strasburg Rail Road
$27.00 – 3 years and up
2 years: FREE on regular train. Must purchase ticket for Thomas™ train.
How do I purchase tickets?
For tickets and information visit www.ticketweb.com or call 866.468.7630.
Who needs tickets?
Tickets are required for guests ages two and up.
What is included in the ticket price?
A ticket for Day Out With Thomas includes the train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, as well as a variety of Thomas & Friends themed entertainment, including Storytelling and Video Viewing, Temporary Tattoos of Island of Sodor friends, an Imagination Station and more. Guests will also have the opportunity to meet Sir Topham Hatt™, the Chairman of the Railway on the Island of Sodor. Click here to see included activities.
Are discount tickets available?
There are no discount tickets available for Day Out With Thomas.
How will I receive my tickets?
If purchased three weeks or more in advance of the event, guests will receive their tickets in the mail. Guests that purchase tickets closer to the event date can pick up their tickets at Will Call the day of the event.
Are there any refunds?
There will be no refunds or exchanges.
Will Thomas the Tank Engine be there?
Thomas the Tank Engine has traveled all the way from the Island of Sodor and has arrived Right on Time to take a ride with you and your family.
Will Sir Topham Hatt™ be there?
Yes, Sir Topham Hatt™ will take time away from his busy schedule as Chairman of the Railway on the Island of Sodor to meet and take pictures with guests.
Do you recommend purchasing tickets in advance?
Due to the popularity of Day Out With Thomas, advance ticket purchase is highly recommended. It is not uncommon for events to sell out. When purchasing tickets you will be asked to select a specific date and time for your ride with Thomas. Your ticket is valid only for that date and time.
When should we arrive for our train ride with Thomas?
It is recommended that guests arrive at the event at least one hour before their scheduled departure.
What other information will help us plan our arrival?
Check this website or our Facebook page for updates on parking and other alerts. See the Station Update at the very top of the page.
Is there assigned seating on the train?
Tickets are assigned by time and date. Guests must be together during boarding if they wish to sit together on the train.
How long is the train ride?
The train ride is approximately 22 minutes in length.
Are you limited to just one train ride?
Due to the limited space available, each ticket entitles the holder to one train ride.
Tickets are on sale now:
Purchase tickets for June 16-24 Click Here
Purchase tickets for September 15-23 Click Here
Purchase tickets for November 16-18 Click Here
$19.00 ages 2 and up.
Includes one ride behind Thomas & and one Coach ride aboard the Strasburg Rail Road
$27.00 for ages 3 and up.
For tickets and information visit www.ticketweb.com or call 866.468.7630.
Advance purchase is recommended.
Ticket sales are final. Events are rain or shine.
Day Out With Thomas™ Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends™ Based on The Railway Series by The Reverend W Awdry. ©2010 Gullane (Thomas) Limited. Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends, Thomas & Friends and Day Out With Thomas are trademarks of Gullane (Thomas) Limited. Thomas & Friends and Design is Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off. LEGO, DUPLO, the LEGO logo, and the DUPLO logo are trademarks of The LEGO Group. ©2009 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved. HIT and the HIT logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited.
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