DAY OUT WITH THOMAS 

B&O Railroad Museum

April 24-26 & May 1-3, 2015

Friday, April 24 (9am-4pm)

Saturday, April 25 (8:30am – 6pm)

Sunday, April 26 (8:30am – 5pm)

                                                           
Thomas the Tank Engine returns to the B&O Railroad Museum April 24-26 & May 1-3, 2015. Following is some very important information you should have for your family to have a great day!

How do I get tickets?

Tickets are available at www.ticketweb.com/dowt or by calling Ticketweb at 1-866-468-7630. Tickets are $21 for ages 2 and up and includes the following: one train ride with Thomas, event & museum admission, and free parking. Train ride tickets are limited; some train ride times are SOLD OUT. Ticket sales through Ticketweb end on Monday, April 20 for the weekend of April 24-26 and on Monday, April 27 for the weekend of May 1-3.

What if all the Train Rides with Thomas are SOLD OUT?

If train rides are sold out, the B&O Museum will offer on-site admission at $18 for ages 2 and up. This admission includes the following: event & museum admission and free parking. For event details http://www.borail.org/dowt.aspx)

I have tickets! What do I do now?

1) If you have purchased a train ride & event ticket through Ticketweb, please arrive at least ONE HOUR prior to the train ride time printed on your ticket.

2) Everyone, except children under age 2, will need to present a Thomas ticket upon their entrance into the museum. Please make sure every member in your party has a ticket in hand before they arrive to the museum.

3) If you do not have a ticket for everyone in your party, the B&O will offer on-site admission at $18 for ages 2 and up. This admission is only available for purchase on the day of the event at the B&O Museum and includes everything except a train ride with Thomas.

4) Your scheduled train ride will board 15 minutes prior to the departure time printed on your Thomas ticket. Please remember to assemble your entire party and board the platform with tickets in-hand so they can be presented to the train crew in a timely and efficient manner.

5) If you are late or miss your train ride time, please note that staff cannot guarantee you another train ride time since most train ride times are sold out. You still may enter the event with your ticket and enjoy all of the day's activities and entertainment.

Where do I park?

The B&O offers free & secure parking at both of their parking lots. Please report to the main parking lot located at 901 W. Pratt St. in Baltimore, MD. Upon your arrival, if this lot is full, parkers will direct you to the secondary lot and museum entrance located at 1100 James St. (Motorcoach Parking Facility), Baltimore, MD (http://baltimore.org/info/motorcoach-parking-information). Please DO NOT DROP OFF members of your party. It is best to park your vehicle(s) with your entire party and enter the museum as a group at one time. Dropping off members of your party at the front gate causes you and your party extra time and frustration.

This is our first Thomas event. What should we expect?

FUN!! This event is all about family fun. The Museum is turned upside down to bring you as many activities as we can possibly fit on our campus! Your DAY OUT WITH THOMAS TICKET includes a scheduled 25 minute train ride behind Thomas the Tank Engine™, all day admission to the B&O Railroad Museum, free parking, and the following activities and programs:

• Meet & Greet and Photo opportunities with Sir Topham Hatt
• Performances by JUNK ROCK who keeps you movin' and grovin' to the beat of oil drums, plastic tubes, milk cans, and more unusual object
• Performance by Michael Rosman Comedy, a delightful mix of goofy zaniness and impressive skills featuring juggling, magic, unicycling, and an a healthy dose of laughter. Audience participation and railroad themes help fuel the show as Michael entertains both kids and adults.
• Petting zoo by Party Animalz Farm with over 18 different types of friendly animals that make learning fun
• Hay Maze for toddlers
• Appearances and photo opportunities with Choo Choo Blue
• Rides on Thomas Power Wheels
• Thomas Imagination Station of interactive play
• Moon bounce
• Kid's climb-on train
• Crafts & tattoo stations
• Interactive B&O Railroad Museum exhibits
• rides on the Carousel, Happy Train, and at Choo Choo Blueville

FOR AN ADDITIONAL FEE....

• Thomas the Tank Engine merchandise at the Day Out With Thomas Gift Shop
• Professional photos with Thomas the Tank Engine and Sir Topham Hatt
• self-serve photos in the B&O's new photo booth
• Gifts & souvenirs at the B&O Railroad Museum Store
• Food Concessions (no outside food permitted during this event)

What else should we know?

Food Concessions

The B&O offers food concessions throughout the event. Please note that picnicking is not permitted. Members of your party with strict food allergies are permitted entrance with a small lunch bag.
Strollers
The B&O has designated stroller parking. Please note that strollers are not permitted on the train platform, on the train, or inside the Thomas Gift Shop.
Photos with Thomas & Sir Top Hatt
Please keep in mind that photo lines with Thomas and Sir Topham Hatt may be congested. Please be respectful to others and limit your time so that everyone has a chance to capture a memory.
Event Reminders
1) Event is RAIN or SHINE. Please remember to dress yourself and your family appropriately. Dressing in layers, rain gear, and sunscreen are advised.

2) Please remember that this is a family event. Smoking, cursing, or any inappropriate behavior is prohibited. Security has the right to remove anyone from the premises without refund.
3) For everyone's safety, bags may be searched at any time.

 I have more questions, who should I call?  
You can call the B&O Railroad Museum at 410-752-2490

 Have a great day with Thomas & Friends!

 

 DAY OUT WITH THOMAS 

B&O Railroad Museum

April 25-27 & May 2-4, 2014

Thomas the Tank Engine returns to the B&O Railroad Museum April 25-27 & May 2-4. If you haven't purchased TICKETS CLICK HERE!! For event details click here.

If you have purchased tickets, following is some very important information that you should have for a great day!

1) Please arrive at least one hour prior to your scheduled train ride time to allow for traffic, parking, and getting through admissions. Your train ride ticket includes museum admission and all of the day's entertainment and activities. You are permitted entrance anytime during the following event hours with your scheduled train ride ticket - Fridays, April 25 & May 2 (9am-4pm), Saturdays, April 26 & May 3 (8:30am-6pm), and Sundays, April 27 & May 4 (8:30am-5pm). Please note that every person in your party (except children under age 2) must present a ticket for admittance. If other family members or friends would like to tag along for the day, the B&O Museum will be selling an on-site admission at $16 per person for ages 2 and up.

2) The B&O offers free parking at several of their parking lots. It is best to park your vehicle(s) with your entire party and enter the museum as a group at one time. Dropping off members of your party at the front gate may cause you extra time and frustration.

3) The B&O offers food concessions throughout the event. Please note that picnicking is not permitted. Members of your party with strict food allergies are permitted entrance with a small lunch bag.

4) The B&O has designated stroller parking. Please note that strollers are not permitted on the train platform, on the train, or inside the Thomas Gift Shop.

5) Your scheduled train ride will board 15 minutes prior to the departure time. Please remember to assemble your entire party and board the platform with tickets in-hand so they can be presented to the train crew in a timely and efficient manner.

6) Please keep in mind that photo lines with Thomas and Sir Topham Hatt may be congested. Please be respectful to others and limit your time so that everyone has a chance to capture a memory.

7) If you are late or miss your train ride time, please note that staff can not guarantee you another train ride time since most train ride times are sold out. You still may enter the event with your ticket and enjoy all of the day's activities and entertainment.

8) This event is rain or shine. Please remember to dress yourself and your family appropriately. Dressing in layers, rain gear, and sunscreen are advised.

9) Please remember that this is a family event. Smoking, cursing, or any inappropriate behavior is prohibited. Security has the right to remove anyone from the premises without refund.

10) For everyone's safety bags may be searched at anytime.

Thank you for your cooperation. Enjoy your day with Thomas!

Day out with Thomas - FAQ's answered!

We've compiled a list of the most common questions we get regarding our Thomas event. If you have any others, please leave a comment and we'll be happy to answer! 

What time should we arrive? 

Plan to arrive at least an hour ahead of the time listed on your ticket (that is your train ride time). Please remember to allow time for traffic, parking, and admission. If you miss your designated train ride time, we cannot guarantee that you will be able to take a later ride. We do all we can to accommodate all visitors but must respect those visitors that have a reserved train ride. If there is room we will try to fit you on a later ride.

I know the Museum closes to set up - which days are you closed?

We are CLOSED to the public on the following days for Thomas set-up, breakdown etc:
Thursday April 25
Monday April 29
Monday May 6

How much does Day out with Thomas cost?

Tickets to DOWT are $19 ages 2 and up. This INCLUDES admission to the museum. You do not have to pay a separate admission fee for the museum. On-site admission (no train ride) is $16 for ages 2 and up.

This is our first Thomas event. What should we expect?

FUN!! This event is all about family fun. The Museum is turned upside down to bring you as many activities as we can possibly fit on our campus! From the real, live Thomas that you ride behind to pony rides, interactive story-telling, petting zoo and much more - the activities are endless! A small sample of what we have to offer: midway games, crafts, live entertainment on our main stage by Middle Earth Storytelling, Choo Choo Blue story time, model trains, photos with Sir Topham Hatt & Thomas the Tank Engine!


What if it rains?
This event is rain or shine! Though we have our fingers crossed for sunny days!


Can we take our stroller on the train ride?
Strollers are NOT permitted on the train ride. There is a designated "Stroller  Parking" area right before your board the train. 

 Are there food concessions?
 Yes. But please no picnicking during this event. 

 Is there parking?
 Yes and it is FREE!!

 I have more questions, who can I call?  
You can call the B&O Railroad Museum at 410-752-2490 or visit the Day Out With Thomas FAQ webpage at www.borail.org/DOWT-faq.aspx.

 

Day out with Thomas: Mystery on the Rails 2012

Thomas leading the way! 

It's almost that time again! Thomas visits the B&O every year and we are thrilled to welcome him for this years: Day out with Thomas: Mystery on the Rails! Get ready for a jam packed event filled with fun!

For those who haven't attended a Thomas event in past years here is a brief list of the activities and adventures that await: 

• The much anticipated train ride behind a full size Thomas as he takes you on a 20 minute round trip down the first mile of commercial railroad track ever laid!
• Petting zoo & pony rides
• Choo Choo  Blueville - mini train ride for toddlers
• Carousel
• Craft tent: macaroni necklaces, temporary tattoos, spin art
• Sidewalk chalk and giant bubble stations
• Bouncy houses
• LIVE Entertainment on the main stage on the hour
• AND MORE!! 

The link above will take you to ticketweb where you can purchase your Day out with Thomas tickets. Included in the ticket price is admission to the B&O. We do sell out every year so make sure you get your tickets soon to ensure that you reserve the train ride time that works best for you and your group!

Have your picture taken with Sir Topham Hatt!

The dates for Thomas this year are: April 27th, 28th, 29th and May 4th, 5th, 6th. Questions? Comments? Please contact Dana Kirn at Dana.Kirn@borail.org. To purchase tickets visit www.ticketweb.com/dowt or call 1-866-468-7630


We'll see you soon!