April 25-26 & May 2-3, 2026
Various Train Ride Departures
Site Hours: Saturdays 9 AM – 5:30 PM | Sundays 9 AM – 4:30 PM
All Aboard for a Rockin’ Good Time!
Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour is hitting the tracks for America250 and bringing the beat to Baltimore! Hop on board for a real train ride with Thomas, strike a pose at photo ops and snag something cool at the exclusive gift shop. Then, keep the beat going at the Music Corner, packed with lawn games, hands-on activities, and music-inspired fun that’ll have the whole family dancing!
Day Out With Thomas highlights include:
- Train Ride pulled by a full-sized, talking Thomas the Tank Engine™ locomotive.
- Photo opportunities throughout the event, including with Thomas himself!
- Meet and greet with Sir Topham Hatt, Controller of the Railway.
- Live entertainment, including a Bubble Show, Dance Fitness, and Yo-Yo and Juggling Classes.
- Face painting, from 10:30 am-2:30 pm.
- Free Rides on Happy Train & Choo Choo Blueville (weather permitting)
- Play Pod with Thomas train tables, Mega Bloks, Thomas & Friends™ tattoo station, and more!
- Music Station
- Moonbounces (weather permitting)
- Arts and Crafts
- Exclusive Thomas & Friends products only available for purchase at Day Out With Thomas™.
- Food and drinks available on-site for purchase.
- Amenities: Baby-changing/nursing station, food & beverage concessions, and a calming area.
Please note: The time on your ticket is the time of your train ride. With so many wonderful activities, your family is welcome to stay the whole day if you like! You can also come early for the activities and enjoy your train ride at the end of your trip.
Don’t miss out – Get your tickets now!
Admission:
B&O Members:
Peak hours: $29/person
Off-peak hours: $26/person
Individual tickets:
Peak hours: $34/person
Off-peak hours: $31/person
Group tickets (20+):
Peak hours: $30/person
Off-peak hours: $27/person
B&O Members receive a special promo code for discounted tickets!
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Prepare for Your Visit!
Please Note: Event Parking will be at located in Parking Lot A or Parking Lot B (1100 James Street), our additional parking lot that is also used for The Polar Express™. Security on site will be present to direct you to either lot. Due to construction please use W. Lombard St. from MLK Blvd. to approach the Museum.
Due to the popularity of Day Out with Thomas, we recommend purchasing tickets in advance. All guests ages 1 and older must have a ticket.
When purchasing tickets, you will be asked to select a date and time – your tickets are only valid for this day and time. You will receive your tickets via email.
Please note B&O Membership cards, passes, coupons, discounts, consignment tickets, etc. are not accepted for admission during this event. Refunds are not offered. Exchanges are accepted until 48 hours in advance. All exchanges must be completed through Ticket Web’s Box Office at info@ticketweb.com.
There is FREE off street on-site parking available in Parking Lot A or Parking Lot B (1100 James Street). Security on site will be present to direct you to either lot from Arlington Street. Due to construction please use W. Lombard St. from MLK Blvd. to approach the Museum.
Event entrance will be located off of Arlington Street, not at the Museum address of 901 W. Pratt Street.
Accessibility Drop-off/pick-up will be available by the entrance off of Arlington Street. Please follow security instructions on-site.
The Day Out With Thomas™ ride is approximately 25 minutes roundtrip. Your ticket is valid for one ride, if you wish to ride more than once, you will need to purchase additional tickets. The ride does not include assigned seating, so please arrive with your entire party when boarding the train.
It is recommended that you arrive at the event at least one hour before your scheduled train ride time.
Day Out With Thomas™ is a wheelchair accessible event. Guests with mobility aids may be dropped off at the top of the hill by the James Street Lot to ensure the shortest travel distance.
Day Out With Thomas™ events take place rain or shine. Please dress for all weather conditions.
All guests are welcome to take photos of their experience. Professional photos with the Thomas the Tank Engine™ locomotive will also be available.
There will be food concessions with kid-friendly and healthy options available for purchase.
There is even a designated area for stroller parking during the train ride. Strollers are not permitted on the train platform or on the train.
Though we love your four-legged friends, pets are not allowed.
Interested in volunteering at the Museum?
Join us as a volunteer at Day Out With Thomas!
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