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Choo Choo! ‘POP’ on board Thomas the Tank Engine at The Railway Museum of BC! If you haven’t been to this ‘pop’-ular event before, you’ll be blown away spending A Day Out With Thomas. While trains are the main event, this bubble-themed bonanza is sure to bring squeals of glee and pure delight to all ages.

This day is packed full of fun and interactive activities. Begin with a trip on your favourite tank engine as Thomas rolls into the station. Sit comfortably inside the train and take a 20-25 minute trip.  With 7 different times available for train rides, there is plenty of flexibility to find a time that is right for your family. Visit with Sir Topham Hatt as you depart and make sure to snap a quick picture in front of Thomas to take home and cherish. Then, the fun activities continue! Everywhere you turn are performers, games, bouncy castles, colouring stations and activities to ensure a memorable and family-friendly day out.

A Day Out with Thomas includes:

  • 20-25 minute train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine
  • Meet Sir Topham Hatt
  • A bubble zone complete with bubble machine and other soapy fun
  • Bouncy castle
  • Play Pod corner with wooden play tables, Thomas Train tables, and MegaBloks
  • Live entertainment
  • Race on bouncy ‘bubble’ balls
  • Lawn games, MegaBloks, and wooden play tables
  • Tattoo station
  • Face painting
  • Scavenger Hunt
  • Mini-putt golf

…and more!

There are food vendors on-site as well as many picnic spots. Bring your lunch or grab a bite and enjoy gazing over the massive train yard and all the Thomas enthusiasts.  The mini-train will be in operation offering rides to visitors around the 3km track that goes around the park perimeter for $5 each.

Tips to Make Your Day a Success:

  • arrive no later than 45 minutes before your scheduled train departure. Trains begin boarding 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
  • no smoking is permitted except in a designated fenced outdoor area
  • no pets are allowed on-site with the exception of service and support animals
  • the event runs rain or shine so please dress accordingly
  • all children 1 and over require a ticket
  • please wear appropriate footwear – the majority of the ground is gravel.
  • parking is $5 per vehicle (cash only)

As you can imagine, spending the day with Thomas the Tank Engine is incredibly popular so be sure to get your tickets soon. All tickets are $32 + taxes and fees. Click here for a peek at our fun visit in 2023!

A Day Out with Thomas:

When: May 25-26 & June 1-2, 2024
Time: 10:30am, 11:30am (Morning train departures) | 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30pm (Afternoon train departures)
Where: Railway Museum of BC
Address: 39645 Government Road, Squamish
Website: www.wcra.org