Day Out With Thomas

• Train Ride Departure Times: 9, 9:40, 10:20, 11 and 11:40 a.m.; 12:20, 1, 1:40, 2:20, 3, 3:40 and 4:20 p.m.
• Train Ride Boarding and Disembarking Location: You’ll board and disembark Thomas at Midnapore Station, which is the first station you’ll see as you enter the Historical Village.
• Guests with 9 a.m. Train Ride Time Should be at Front Gates at 8:30 a.m.:  If you’re booked for the 9 a.m. train ride, please be at the front gates by 8:30 a.m. when they open. Once you’re in the Historical Village, head straight to Midnapore Station for boarding.
• Arrive at the Park One Hour Before Your Train Ride: To ensure you board the train on time, please arrive at Heritage Park at least one hour before your scheduled train ride departure.
• Arrive at Midnapore Station 30 Minutes Before Your Train Ride: Once you enter the Historical Village, the walk from the front gate to the boarding area at Midnapore Station takes about 15 minutes. To ensure you have enough time to board, please arrive at Midnapore Station 30 minutes before your train ride departure time.
• Strollers: Strollers can’t come aboard the train, but don’t worry—there’s a designated storage area at Midnapore Station. The train will return to Midnapore Station at the end of your ride, so you can easily pick up your stroller afterward.
• Minors Must Ride With an Adult: All kids and teens (0-17 years old) must ride the train with an adult (18+ years old).
• Accessible Shuttle Bus: Once you enter through the front gate, we have shuttle buses available to help guests with wheelchairs or mobility challenges get around the Park easily.
• Train Accessibility: Please note that the railcars used during Day Out With Thomas are not wheelchair accessible. We apologize for any inconvenience.
• Restrooms: Restrooms are available at Midnapore Station, but there aren’t any on board the train.
• Length of Train Ride: The ride lasts about 20 minutes, taking you on three scenic loops around the Park!
• Friendly Conductors Ready to Assist: Our friendly uniformed conductors are here to help you board and disembark the train safely.

Day Out With Thomas Full Access Ticket holders: Please arrive at the pre-boarding area 30 minutes before your departure. Trains depart promptly at the time on your ticket. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated and tickets are non-refundable. Tickets must be purchased online in advance—no on-site sales. Arrive early to ensure you don’t miss your ride! 

Day Out With Thomas Full Access Tickets

When you arrive at the Park, head to the front gates of the Historical Village. If you’ve already purchased Day Out With Thomas Full Access tickets online, please have them ready for scanning. Day Out With Thomas Full Access tickets will only be available online while supplies last – you can still purchase full access tickets online while you’re on-site while supplies last. Once you show our gate staff your tickets and have them scanned, you can enter the Village.

General Admission Tickets

Non-Train-Ride tickets are only available on-site. You can purchase them from the box office at the Park’s front gates. Once you purchase them at the front gates, you can enter the Village. Your tickets include access to the Historical Village and Day Out With Thomas activities, but do not include a train ride.

Heritage Park Annual Members

When you arrive, please go to the front gates and get your Membership scanned by the front gate staff for access to the Historical Village. Members get access to the Historical Village and Day Out With Thomas activities, but train rides are not included.

There are plenty of ways to get to the Park, whether that be on foot, via transit, or driving. Click here to find the way that works for you!

Paid parking is available at Heritage Park, with 90-minute complimentary parking available.

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Rain or shine, the event goes on! Please note that all sales are final, and we’re unable to offer refunds or exchanges. Guests can contact Ticketweb before the event with ticket refund and exchange inquiries.

TicketWeb Customer Service Email: help@ticketweb.ca

Annual Members and Heritage Club Members get access to the Historical Village and Day Out With Thomas activities, but train rides are not included. If Members want a train ride, they have to get Day Out With Thomas Full Access Tickets for $29.95 + Fees.

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Once you enter through the front gate, we have shuttle buses available to help guests with wheelchairs or mobility challenges get around the Park easily.

Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable footwear, as the Park has some uneven walking surfaces. We want you to feel comfortable while exploring!

Canoo tickets are not accepted for Day Out With Thomas.

The City of Calgary Fee Assistance program does not apply to Day Out With Thomas admission.

For the safety and enjoyment of all our guests and animals, skateboards, rollerblades, bicycles, pets and balloons are not allowed in the Historical Village. Service animals are permitted in the Historical Village. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to providing a smooth, fun experience for everyone!

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Smoking is allowed in designated locations only. Check out our map to view the designated smoking areas in the Historical Village.

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Licensed service animals are permitted within the Historical Village.