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Thomas the Tank at Illinois Railway Museum in Union

Thomas and Friends
Day Out With Thomas

The Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Rd., Union, is pleased to announce its Day Out With Thomas 2013 event. The dates of the event are:

  • Friday, August 16th, 2013
  • Saturday, August 17th, 2013
  • Sunday, August 18th, 2013
  • Saturday, August 24th, 2013
  • Sunday, August 25th, 2013
The Ticket price is $19.00 each.
All riders of the train with Thomas the Tank Engine™ who have passed their second birthday must have a ticket. Day Out With Thomas tickets include one train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine™ for the trip specified on the Day Out With Thomas ticket, unlimited rides on all other trains and streetcars; all entertainment (puppet shows, live music, magic shows, etc.); and access to all Museum exhibits on the date specified on the ticket. Food, snacks and beverages will be available at several locations around the Museum grounds.Purchase your Thomas tickets online now!Activities during the Day Out With Thomas event:
  • 20-minute ride with Thomas the Tank Engine™
  • Meet Sir Topham Hatt™
  • Clowns
  • Puppet Shows
  • Magic Shows
  • Live Music
  • Thomas & Friends™ Storytelling and Video Viewing
  • Thomas & Friends Playtable
  • Balloon Animals
  • Thomas & Friends Coloring
  • Temporary Tattoos of Island of Sodor Friends
Our parking is free and plentiful, and the parking lot will open at 7:30 a.m. every day. The gate will open at 9 a.m.Purchase your Thomas tickets online now!


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