Hop aboard with Thomas the Tank!

Take a ride with Thomas the Tank Engine when “All Aboard with Thomas and Friends” returns to the New York Botanical Garden, from Jan. 2 through Jan. 24.

Join Thomas and driver Sam on a fun-filled, sing-along, mini-performance adventure by helping them decorate the station in time for the big Sodor surprise birthday party before the guest of honor, Thomas the Tank Engine, arrives! The show is 20 minutes long with plenty of songs to keep a smile on your face, with a fun sing-along.

When children arrive at the theater they receive coloring sheets and crayons. After the show they are called up in order of arrival to have their photo taken on stage with Thomas and Sam. This photo can be printed and purchased onsite. When the children depart they receive a certificate with their name and date.

“All Aboard with Thomas and Friends.” Daily Jan. 2 through Jan. 24. Shows are 11:30 am to 5:30 pm. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for students and seniors, and $8 for children ages 2 to 12. Prices on weekends and holiday Mondays are $25, $22 for seniors and students, $10 for children 2 to 12, and free for members on any date. Tickets include the All-Garden Pass which grants access to the Holiday Train Show.

New York Botanical Garden [200th St. and Kazimiroff Blvd., (718) 817–8700, www.nybg.org].

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