Experience a music-themed family day with steam train rides, live entertainment, and fun activities at the NSW Rail Museum.
Friday 6 March 2026
to Sunday 15 March 2026
9:30am - 5:00pm
10 Barbour Rd, Thirlmere NSW 2572, Australia
Museum Only: Adult $25, Child $20; Museum + Train Ride: Adult $45, Child $35
Get ready for a rockin' good time with Day Out With Thomas™ 'Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour' at the NSW Rail Museum. This event is packed with live entertainment, mini-train rides, photo opportunities, and scavenger hunts that will keep the whole family engaged and dancing.
Children can meet Thomas the Tank Engine, climb into his driver’s cab, and take a short ride with Toby the Railmotor. With unlimited mini-train and jumping castle rides, plus professional face painting and storytelling, there’s something for every child to enjoy.
The event is designed to be inclusive, with autism-friendly options such as quieter times and spaces, sensory supports, and staff assistance to ensure a comfortable experience for all families.
Enjoy a 40-minute steam train ride with James the red engine departing from Sodor (Thirlmere) Station at scheduled times throughout the day. Activities include:
- Meeting Sir Topham Hatt and friends
- Thomas & Friends scavenger hunt
- Play Pod and Colour Corner with competitions
- Storytelling sessions in the Theatrette
Tickets are available as Museum Only or Museum + Train Ride options, with pricing for adults, concessions, children, and free entry for infants under 2.
The event takes place at the NSW Rail Museum located at 10 Barbour Road, Thirlmere NSW 2572. The museum is accessible by car and offers a large display of heritage trains for exploration.
Food options include a variety of vendors and self-serve BBQ facilities on a first-come, first-served basis. Families are welcome to bring picnic rugs and enjoy outdoor dining.
The event runs on 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, and 15 March 2026 with weekend steam train rides. Autism-friendly provisions include quieter morning hours, the option to wear a badge for assistance, and quiet spaces both in the museum and on train rides.
Visitors are encouraged to download the Day Out With Thomas Social Story PDF to help prepare children with sensory processing differences.
Tickets can be purchased online with the following options:
- Museum Only: Adults $25, Concession $20, Child (2-17) $20, Infant (under 2) Free
- Museum + Train Ride: Adults $45, Concession $35, Child (2-17) $35, Infant Free
All tickets include full-day access to the museum and activities. Advance booking is recommended to secure preferred train ride times.
