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Where is the event?This years Day Out with Thomas event will be held in Connersville Indiana on the Whitewater Valley Railroad. See our Special Event Directions page on this site for additional information.
When will Thomas The Tank Engine ™ be visiting the Whitewater Valley Railroad?Six days this spring: June 15, 16, 17 and June 22, 23, 24, the Day Out With Thomas event comes to the downtown Connersville Station of the Whitewater Valley Railroad. He will prove that he is a really useful engine running trips about every 45 minutes. A break in the middle of each day will allow people to get a picture with him.
How Much Are Tickets?All Thomas tickets are $16.00 (children under 2 years are free, provided they do not occupy a seat on the train). TicketWeb charges a $3.00 fee for purchasing online or by phone. When purchasing tickets, you will be asked to select a specific time and day for your ride. Tickets are not refundable or exchangeable. The trains will run rain or shine.
How do I purchase Tickets and When will I receive them?Tickets for this event can be purchased online by clicking the TicketWeb icon or by calling 1-866-468-7630. The TicketWeb folks are helping us this year with the sale and distribution of the tickets.
What included in the ticket price?Tickets include 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 Chairman of the Railway on...
Any chance I can buy tickets at the Event?If all tickets sell out, we hope to be able to operate an additional train or two at the end of the day, but due to the history of other events, these also sell out very quickly. The best idea is to purchase your tickets for the Thomas Train in advance. The Caboose Train tickets will be sold at the event, so this might provide for a second train ride opportunity.
What is the Caboose Train?The Caboose Train is a special train that will run approximately every other time that the Thomas train runs. The ride will be slightly under 1 hour and will even pass the Thomas train in the South Connersville yard. It will travel south and allow for views of the Whitewater River before returning to the station. Caboose train tickets will be sold at the event for $8.00 pe...
What Other Activities Will There Be?There will be temporary tattoos, music, storytelling, a video theater, various displays, miniature trains, and you'll be able to watch Thomas The Tank Engine pull into and out of the depot each trip. A longer trip on our special Caboose Train will also be available.
Will there be Thomas The Tank Engine memorabilia available?Yes, there will be an enormous array of Thomas merchandise for sale. This includes clothing, videos, books and obviously replica trains. We will likely have many items that are rarely seen for sale.
What is the Whitewater Valley Railroad?The Whitewater Valley Railroad is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to historic railroad preservation. Events like the Day Out With Thomas provide funds that will be used to restore equipment. Nearly all of the people who you see running the trains and working at the event are volunteer members of the organization. Ask them about what they do as you have a chance...
Do heavy freight trains also run on the tracks used by Thomas?No, these tracks are now owned and operated by the museum for our demonstration railroad. They are located on the former towpath of the Whitewater Canal. If you ride the Caboose Train you will be able to see portions of the former canal bed alongside the tracks. The Caboose Train is the only other train that you will likely see in operation during the event.
Where do the proceeds from this event go?Any proceeds beyond the costs associated with the event itself remain in Connersville and will be used to further the mission of the non-profit Whitewater Valley Railroad. Please visit our special projects page that highlights where the poceeds from past events have helped to strengthen our railroad. We appreciate your support and thank you for coming out and visiting with...
What times do trains depart?Trains will depart every 45 minutes during the event, so each guest will have the opportunity to take a ride behind Thomas. Train rides are by reservation (your train ride time is reserved when you purchase tickets). The rides are 25-30 minutes in length.
When should we arrive for our train ride with Thomas?You should plan to arrive 60 minutes before your scheduled train. This should provide enough time to park and see how the area is set up. If you have to pick up your tickets from the WILL CALL area, a little more time might be needed. If you get to the event earlier yet, you might find that a Caboose Train ride is in order so that younger visitors will have at least ridden...
Where is the Grand Central Depot in Downtown Connersville?The Grand Central Depot is located just along Grand Avenue in Connersville between 4th Street and 5th Street. It is behind the Fayette County Courthouse. See our Special Event Directions page on this site for additional information.
Where is parking and how much does it cost?Public parking lots near the event grounds are charged a fee but are not connected to our event. Free parking is available at the Connersville High School parking lot on the west side of town off of IN 44. Frequent shuttle buses run (1 about every 10-15 mintues) between the event grounds and the High School Parking lot.
Will there be food available?Yes, we will have sandwiches, healthy snacks, drinks and other treats (not as healthy) for sale on the grounds and covered areas to allow guests to eat in the shade.
Is the event handicap accessible?The Day Out With Thomas event grounds are fully accessible to persons with disabilities, although some limitations apply for our train rides. As the rides use historic railroad coaches, limited doorway widths and steep step wells are sometimes a problem. Some cars have better accommodations than others and our train crew volunteers are always pleased to lend assistance whe...
Are Overnight Accomodations available in Connersville or Richmond, Indiana?There are a number of Hotels, Motels, and Bed & Breakfast locations in Connersville and Richmond, Indiana. For information we'd suggest you contact:
How do I find out about other events?You can find the complete Day Out With Thomas 2006 schedule by clicking on on the Day Out With Thomas main page.
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A Day Out With Thomas ™ - Frequently Asked Questions