Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. I was compensated with free passes for my family to visit A Day Out With Thomas. My opinions and thoughts are not swayed by monetary gifts and are all my own!
Last week I talked all about one of our family favorites here in Colorado – Day Out With Thomas at the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden. Once again, we had an amazing time. Both of the kids have a special love for Thomas and trains so this event is always on their mind.
We had beautiful – if not HOT – weather for our trip last Sunday. We were able to get to the museum a bit early and do some exploring around the Colorado Railroad Museum which is always a lot of fun. For all of you local readers this is a must visit on any day, not just when Thomas is in town.
The kids always get so excited when they see Thomas going around the tracks. It is a lot of fun to see the magic. Did you know that Thomas’ mouth and eyes move? Jude and Teagan had a lot of questions for the volunteers about his face moving. ha!
Got our seats and we are ready to ride!!
LET’S GO THOMAS!!!
After our ride we did some more climbing and exploring. The train exhibits are always fascinating to me and we have a few favorites that I love getting pictures with. This one is so cool!
Even though Teagan was terrified of him, we did get a family photo with Sir Topham Hatt. Another fun thing that we look forward too at this event. The photography company on site takes great photos that you can purchase too – decent prices and packages by the way. In my opinion, well worth it so we can get photos of all of us together.
Another family tradition – picture of the kiddos on the tracks in front of the giant Rio Grande Engine! These machines scream power!
There is still time to plan your trip – Thomas will be in Golden for the next 2 weekends! More info –
Admission includes access to Museum exhibits and model train layouts, and special Day Out With Thomas activities that include a petting zoo, temporary tattoos, Imagination Station (train table play area), sing-a-longs and a magic show!
Day Out with Thomas tickets are limited and advance purchase is highly recommended. Prime Time Tickets (10:00am-1:00pm) are $25 each, ages two and up. Standard Tickets (8:30am-9:15am & 1:45pm-4:45pm) are $20 each, ages two and up. Children under two (less than 24 months old) are free on a parent’s lap. Museum members receive a $2 discount per ticket. Active military personnel receive a $4 discount per ticket. Groups receive a $4 discount per ticket when buying 20 tickets or more.
There is even a fun petting zoo. The kiddos loved feeding the animals some carrots. Teagan was freaked out when the goats would come eye to eye with her – I don’t blame her!
What to expect at the Colorado Railroad Museum:
Thomas the Tank Engine is chugging into the Colorado Railroad Museum for the annual Day Out With Thomas event! All Thomas fans are invited to come spend the day with their favorite No. 1 engine. For 65 years, children have been captivated by the courageous adventures of Thomas and his engine friends.
A Day Out with Thomas is an exciting way for children and grown-ups to enter the world of Thomas & Friends. The event provides an opportunity for kids to ride on board a train led by Thomas & have their pictures taken with Sir Topham Hatt, the controller of Thomas’ railway.
Dress appropriately for the weather; the Museum is primarily an outdoor museum. Most Day Out With Thomas activities however are under cover.
The Museum will host a wide range of food vendors for lunch, snacks and dessert. You may bring your own picnic lunch, however, please note that the Museum has no locker or storage facilities. Both alcohol and cooking are prohibited.
Our Thomas picture turned out so cute. Great smiles and adorable Jude has his arm around Teagan. A great day filled with fun, activities and memories!
Directions and Parking (PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY!!!)
Parking for the Day Out With Thomas event is located one half-mile east from the Colorado Railroad Museum on 44th Avenue at the Table Mountain Parkway. Parking is free and a shuttle bus will transport guests to the Museum grounds.
Take I-70 to exit No. 265, State Highway 58. Take Highway 58 to the first exit, McIntyre Street. Turn right and take McIntyre Street one block north to West 44th Avenue. Turn left on to 44th Avenue, and right on Table Mountain Parkway, about one mile down the road from the Museum. The shuttle will arrive at the parking area every fifteen minutes.
Plan to arrive at least 1 hour before your train ride. We may be unable to accommodate you on a later train if you miss your scheduled time. You may arrive before your train ride, pick up Will Call tickets and enjoy the activities for as long as you like.
Thank you so much to the Colorado Railroad Museum for another year of fun with Thomas the Train. I know we will be back next year to check in and see Engine 1!!
Do you have plans to visit with Thomas when he comes to visit?
What a fun and exciting day out with the kids and thomas! We have attended in our area before and love it! There are always a lot of smile and laughing!
We did this my our older son when he was little and it was totally worth it! He was a huge Thomas fan and had so much fun. I'm going to have to look for a stop close to us to take my little guy to.
What cuties! ThomasLand just opened near us and we can't wait to check it out. But we did see him Newport, RI a few years back and the kids had a blast!
We used to do this with our kids when they were little. They always loved it.
Oh wow! I didn't know about this place! I know a lot of friends kids that would love to go! FUN!
What a fun and exciting day out with the kids and thomas! We have attended in our area before and love it! There are always a lot of smile and laughing!
We did this my our older son when he was little and it was totally worth it! He was a huge Thomas fan and had so much fun. I'm going to have to look for a stop close to us to take my little guy to.
Looks like they had a great time! My family did this a few years ago and my little ones had a blast!
Looks like they had a great time! My son was crazy about Thomas but we never had a chance to do this when he was younger!
It looks like you had an amazing time. I know my nephew really loves Thomas and would definitely want to go to this.
Great Post! I'm so glad the kids ( and parents had fun ) My favorite part was the kids feeding the animals. That Thomas is so cute and fun to watch
My children liked Thomas abgreat dwal when they were young. This looks like a great family outing.
What cuties! ThomasLand just opened near us and we can't wait to check it out. But we did see him Newport, RI a few years back and the kids had a blast!