DEARBORN, Mich., May 9, 2025 — Get ready to climb aboard! Thomas the Tank Engine, the beloved blue engine, is making a grand return this year to celebrate his 80th birthday. “Day Out With Thomas: The Party Tour” is coming back to Greenfield Village, The Henry Ford, on May 10-11 and 17-18, 2025.
Come join the celebration of the 80th anniversary of Thomas & Friends
with a special experience at Greenfield Village — home to the only Thomas steam engine in Michigan.
Inspired by the classic “Railway Series” stories, Thomas & Friends fosters imagination and imparts valuable lessons about friendship, exploration, and teamwork. You’re invited to take an engaging train ride with Thomas, meet Sir Topham Hatt, and partake in birthday-themed games and activities at the Celebration Station. Enjoy unforgettable moments during a springtime adventure in Greenfield Village, featuring storytelling, play zones, lawn games, photo opportunities, live music, and more. Don’t miss out on this special milestone celebration.
Thomas & Friends is commemorating eight decades of entertaining families with its timeless railway adventures. Since its debut in 1945, the franchise continues to charm young fans with exciting new adventures. Spanning generations, the series continues to unite families and create treasured memories for all.
Admission to Day Out With Thomas includes a reserved ticket for a ride on Thomas the Tank Engine and themed activities for young children — plus, full-day access to explore Greenfield Village and its 80 acres of inspiration and fun.
For ticket options, please visit thehenryford.org.
About Mattel Inc.
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox®, Monster High®, MEGA® and Polly Pocket®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at mattel.com.
About The Henry Ford
Located in Dearborn, Michigan, The Henry Ford, a globally recognized destination, fosters inspiration and learning from hands-on encounters with artifacts that represent the most comprehensive collection anywhere focusing on innovation, ingenuity and resourcefulness in America. Its unique venues include Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, Greenfield Village, Ford Rouge Factory Tour, Benson Ford Research Center and Henry Ford Academy, a public charter high school. Together with its online presence at thf.org and Invention Convention Worldwide, the growing affiliation of organizations fostering innovation, invention and entrepreneurship in K-12 students, The Henry Ford is a force for inspiring every individual to innovate, create and invent.
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