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A Day Out With Thomas

All Aboard for a Rockin' Adventure!

  Thomas the Tank Engine is coming to Delaware River Railroad Excursions in Phillipsburg, NJ!

 Join us for A Day Out with Thomas: Let's Rock, Let's Roll Tour on August 7, 8 & 9, 2026. 

Experience a full day of high-energy fun with your favorite blue engine and his friends!

  Get ready for an unforgettable day of music, trains, and friendship! Thomas the Tank Engine is rolling into Phillipsburg with his Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour — a high-energy celebration perfect for little conductors and their families. 

Climb aboard a real 25-minute scenic train ride pulled by a life-size talking Thomas the Tank Engine along the beautiful Delaware River.

 Capture magical memories with fun photo opportunities, enjoy live music vibes, play lawn games, participate in hands-on activities, and shop for exclusive Thomas & Friends merchandise at the pop-up gift shop. 

Whether your little one is a longtime fan or discovering Thomas for the first time, this is the ultimate family-friendly event in New Jersey! 

📍 Delaware River Railroad Excursions 38 Market Street, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865

 🗓️ August 7, 8 & 9, 2026 

🕒 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

What to Expect:

 25-Minute Train Ride with Thomas the Tank Engine

 Photo opportunities with Thomas and special guests (including Sir Topham Hatt)

 Live music and rockin’ entertainment.

 Lawn games and interactive play areas.

 Hands-on activities and the Music Corner Exclusive Thomas & Friends gift shop.

 Food vendors and family-friendly atmosphere .

Ticket Information:

 Tickets include the train ride with Thomas and access to all event activities and photo ops.

  Early trains sell out fast — book now to secure your preferred departure! 

 Why Families Love This Event 

“Thomas came to life for our kids — the train ride, the music, everything was perfect!” — Past attendee 

Make new memories with your family this summer. Don’t miss your chance to ride with Thomas! 

Frequently Asked Questions Is the event suitable for all ages? Yes! Designed for toddlers through big kids (and kids at heart). 

What should I bring? Sunscreen, comfortable shoes, strollers are welcome. 

Parking & Directions Ample parking available near the station. Click "local inf" on the menu above.

   Rain Policy Event proceeds rain or shine (train rides operate weather permitting).

 

Choose Any Combination of Events

During this event there will be two trains running, the Thomas train (25 minute ride) and the River/Mine Train.

Combination ickets are available if you wish to take both train rides. After your thomas reain ride you may choose the river train, a scenic 1.5 hour round trip ride along the Delaware River OR the Mine Train. The mine train is the same train as the River Train with the exception of your stop at the Susquehanna Mining Company.

COMBO buyers for the 10AM Thomas train can choose from 10:50AM and 11:50AM for the Mine/River Train. 

River+Mine+Thomas - Combo ticket with River Train ride (30 min. train ride each way, 1 hour at the mine/Picnic grove) to the mine

$38.00 adult, $31.00 child (includes mine experience and one bag of ore)

River+Thomas - Combo ticket with just River Train ride (1 hour round trip) $34.00 Adult $27.00 child

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The Susquehanna Mining Company

At The Mine you will learn the  hillarious and  tragic history of the mine. one lucky miner will actually push the plunger and blow the mine!

After the short tour each Miner will be presented a basic bag of mining "rough". We will teach you to pan for real gem stones you can take home!

On site we also have the mine store with a great selection of gifts and minerals.

 

 

 

Other events along your journey...

For an additional fee ( only $6.00) add the Susquehanna Mining Company to your adventure. Learn the amusing and trajic history of the mine and pan for gem stones you can take home! From late August to the end of October play the game where getting lost is half the fun! Come explore the Corn Maze. this is also only a $5.00 add on when purchasing tickets.

Time to Rock and Roll with Thomas the Tank Engine!

 

Event Date

August 7,8 &9

Event Time

10:00 am, to 5:00 pm 

Event Location

Phillipsburg, New Jersey

Event Cost

$22.00 all ages

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