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Day Out With Thomas: The Bubble Tour Sensory Friendly Day


Wednesday 15 January 2025

9am – 2:30pm

Recommended for all families with children 0-5 years. This is a sensory friendly day.

Queensland Museum Rail Workshops

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 Adults $21
 Concession/discounts $19
 Child (3 - 15 years) $17
 Family (2 adults + 2 kids) $68
 Additional children $10
 Under 3 and FOC Free

Join us for a Sensory Friendly Day Out With Thomas!

Get ready for a sensory-friendly edition of Day Out With Thomas: The Bubble Tour at Queensland Museum Rail Workshops! Experience the magic of the museum like never before, with Thomas and friends in a delightful bubble wonderland.

Our Sensory Friendly Day offers a unique opportunity to enjoy all the fun of Day Out With Thomas with lower sound levels and smaller crowds, creating a welcoming space for children and families who may want a gentler experience.

Timed entry tickets will cap audience numbers and stagger arrivals throughout the event, providing a more comfortable environment for everyone. This program is thoughtfully designed and staffed to support those with sensory processing differences.

Additional spaces, including a Relaxing Room and a Quiet Room, will also be available to enhance your visit.

To make the most of your experience, please arrive at your allocated entry time. Bookings are essential, including Queensland Museum Rail Workshops Annual Pass holders, membership cards must be presented on arrival.

For families preparing for their visit, our Day Out With Thomas Social Story will be available online to help guide you through the experience.

Here’s what awaits you:

  • Meet Your Favorites: Say hello to Thomas the Tank Engine, Rusty & Dusty, and the ever-dignified Sir Topham Hatt in person!
  • Bubble Wonderland: Step into a magical bubble paradise! Enjoy bubble machines, a roaming bubble performer, an outdoor bubble play area, and our enchanting Bubble Dome filled with balloons for endless fun.
  • Ride the Land Train: Hop aboard the Land Train for a delightful journey, and don’t forget to stop by for a fun face painting session!
  • Character Hunt: Grab your Thomas Passport and embark on an exciting Character Hunt throughout the museum.
  • Arts & Crafts: Get creative with our bubble-themed arts and crafts, where imagination knows no bounds!
  • Play Time: Dive into our Thomas play area, complete with wooden track building for little engineers to enjoy.
  • Relax with a film: Take a break and enjoy Thomas and Friends in action in a screening of Great Bubbly Build in our cozy Relaxing Room.
  • Adventure Awaits: Let off some steam in Play Central, our indoor adventure playground, or explore our expansive outdoor grounds.
  • Live Performances: Don’t miss Sir Topham Hatt performing live alongside Thomas the Tank Engine for an unforgettable show!
  • The Dining Hall: Why not relax in our air-conditioned Dining Hall while indulging in our special event menu? Enjoy a variety of treats, including cakes, coffees, cold drinks, burgers, chips, sandwiches, and more!
  • Souvenirs: Bring a piece of the magic home with you! Explore our official Thomas merchandise and find the perfect keepsake to cherish your experience.

Important information

Weather
Please note, the operation of the Land Train and other outdoor activities is weather-dependent and may be closed at the museum's discretion.

In the event of rain, Queensland Museum Rail Workshops features expansive covered areas that ensure Day Out With Thomas will continue with plenty of fun activities.

Accessibility

  • For patrons requiring access assistance, please visit our Accessibility page for more information.
  • Registered guide, hearing, and assistance dogs are welcome at the Queensland Museum Rail Workshops.
  • Carers with a Companion Card accompanying a visitor who requires support are granted free entry to the museum.
  • If you have any questions to assist you planning your visit, please get in touch
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Who else will be at the museum?

This summer, Thomas the Tank Engine, Sir Topham Hatt, and Rusty & Dusty will be joined by some of their beloved friends! Explore the museum to find a variety of life-sized characters including Diesel 199, Trevor the Traction Engine and George the Steamroller.

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Day Out With Thomas™ Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends™ © 2023 Gullan (Thomas) Limited.

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