Excited

So excited are we to get to go see Thomas, and when the boys totally understand that YES thomas is here it will be so worth it, we are so grateful for Grandma and Grandpa Mousir who made it so we were able to go as this was more money then we were currently able to afford!
We are grateful for all the do for us, even when we don't say much.





our time is May 3 at 3:40!

PRE-EVENT INFORMATION

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 60 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.


Where is the event?Heritage Park Historical Village in Calgary, Alberta.


When is the event?May 3, 4 & 10, 11, 2008.


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, and an Imagination Station with Arts & Crafts and more. Guests will also have the opportunity to meet Sir Topham Hatt, the Controller of the Railway on the Island of Sodor.


Are discount tickets available?There are no discount tickets available for Day Out With Thomas.


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 Controller of the Railway on the Island of Sodor to meet and take pictures with guests.

DAY OF EVENT INFORMATION

What times do trains depart?The first train departs at 9am and every 40-minutes following with the last train departing at 4:20pm.


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.


Is there assigned seating on the train?Tickets are assigned by time and passenger car. 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 20-minutes long.


Are you limited to just one train ride?There is one train ride per ticket.


What if there is inclement weather? Day Out With Thomas events take place rain or shine.


Are cameras allowed?Absolutely! Guests are encouraged to capture their Day Out With Thomas memories for their photo album.


Will there be food available?Yes, there will be a number of food services available.


Are strollers permitted?Day Out With Thomas is a family event that welcomes guests of all ages. There is even a designated area for “stroller parking” during the train ride.


How do I find out about other events?You can find the complete Day Out With Thomas 2008 schedule by clicking on http://www.thomasandfriends.com/ on the Day Out With Thomas main page.