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Day Out With Thomas™️ at the NC Transportation Museum

Date: Saturday, Oct 3

Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Venue: 1 Samuel Spencer Dr., Raleigh

Price: $31

Category: Community

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Day Out With Thomas™️ at the NC Transportation Museum

“Buy tickets online early to secure a morning train ride before the midday heat.”

When
Oct 3
Saturday, Oct 3
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Where
1 Samuel Spencer Dr.
Raleigh, NC
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
$31
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Day Out With Thomas at the NC Transportation Museum is an interactive railway event where children can ride a full-sized train pulled by Thomas the Tank Engine. Visitors can meet Sir Topham Hatt, explore the historic Spencer Shops, and participate in lawn games and temporary tattoo stations. This event is best suited for toddlers and preschoolers who are fans of the series. Tickets are thirty-one dollars per person for ages one and older, and advance purchase is highly recommended as time slots sell out quickly. Parking is free on-site, and the museum grounds are stroller-friendly, though you will want to bring comfortable walking shoes for the gravel paths. It makes an excellent weekend trip because it combines a structured train ride with open-ended outdoor play. The drive to Spencer is straightforward, and the museum offers plenty of space for kids to burn off energy between activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best age for Day Out With Thomas?
This event is ideal for toddlers and young children, typically ages two to six, who are fans of the Thomas and Friends franchise.
Is parking free at the NC Transportation Museum?
Yes, visitor parking is free and located directly on the museum grounds.
Do babies need a ticket for the train ride?
Children under the age of one do not require a ticket if they sit on a parent's lap during the train ride.

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$31

Oct 3

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Day Out With Thomas™️ at the NC Transportation Museum runs Saturday, Oct 3, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Getting There

1 Samuel Spencer Dr. is at 1 Samuel Spencer Dr., Spencer, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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  • Tickets or entry money — admission is $31

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