2018 is Day Out With Thomas‘ “Sweet 16” at the Northwest Railway Museum! It all began in 2002 with the first event in Snoqualmie, and this year’s “Big Adventures, Bigger Memories” tour continues the tradition; tickets are on sale now for July 13 – 15 and 20 – 22.
Day Out With Thomas is an experience with Thomas the Tank Engine, the fabled storybook character first introduced to children in 1945. Thomas is “the really useful engine” who has adventures on the Island of Sodor. Once a year, Thomas the Tank Engine travels off the island to visit children at heritage railways. The Snoqualmie Valley is one of the regular stops.
Day Out With Thomas in Snoqualmie is a fun-filled experience for children of all ages, but is designed for children 3 – 5 years of age. Motor car rides, a bouncy house, live music, train tables, story time, a puppet show, and a model train are some of the activities included with admission. For an extra charge, professional photos are available, and food vendors are located on site and across the street. A gift shop has unique Thomas-themed merchandise too.
New in 2018 is a special sensory-friendly train on Sunday, July 22 at 9 AM. This limited event time is for families with children who have special needs. Please contact the Snoqualmie Depot Bookstore at (425) 888-3030 Extension 7202 daily from 10 AM – 5 PM to make a reservation and purchase a ticket. Or call after hours and leave a message!
Live music in 2018 will feature noted artists Eric Ode, Nancy Stewart, and the talented Brian Vogan and his Good Buddies. These local artists have produced unique children’s music, and are excellent live performers too. Do you know your Animal ABC’s? How about that Barn Cat? Come and check out the live music too!
Day Out With Thomas is running July 13 – 15 and July 20 – 22. Tickets are available through an online ticketing system, or from the Depot Bookstore in Snoqualmie.
