WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. – Thomas & Friends lovers can now experience the Number 1 Blue Engine at Kennywood Park. Thomas Town opened on Friday, allowing guests to enjoy five rides, including a train ride with Thomas, a live stage show, themed play and entertainment areas, a retail store and more. This will be the second-largest permanent Thomas & Friends attraction in North America and is considered one of the largest single-year additions in Kennywood’s 120-year history.
“With 120 years of history, Kennywood is one of the most beloved amusement parks in the country and we are so excited to bring our latest Thomas & Friends attraction to Pittsburgh for families to enjoy for many years to come,” says Julie Freeland, senior directorof Global Live Events & Attractions for Mattel.
“It’s a great joy to welcome Thomas and his friends into the Kennywood family,” says Jerome Gibas, general manager at Kennywood. “Guests have been eagerly contacting us for months, and we can’t wait to welcome them all into Thomas Town at Kennywood Park.”
Kennywood guests can expect to see characters such as Thomas, Diesel, Cranky the Crane and Harold the Helicopter, and visit familiar locations around the Island of Sodor. Specific attractions include:
Journey with Thomas: Head to Kennywood Station and climb aboard for an unforgettable journey with the Number 1 Blue Engine! Guests of all ages can hop aboard a train ride with Thomas featuring wondrous views of the Monongahela River and the Edgar Thomson Steel Works, the oldest steel mill in the Steel City.
Cranky’s Drop Tower: Strap in tight for a truly Cranky experience! Sodor’s strongest crane will lift you high above Thomas Town, and then drop you down!
Harold’s Helicopter Tour: All set and ready for action! Kids can jump inside their own Harold Helicopter and pilot him up and down as they spin round and round.
Flynn’s Fire Training: Junior firefighters shoot water to extinguish flames on this unique, interactive ride with Flynn.
Diesel Drivers: Don’t forget the Diesels! Climb aboard Diesel, Iron Bert and other Diesel engines for a fun ride.
Steel City Adventures Live Show at Tidmouth Sheds: Join Percy, James, Emily, Gordon, Sir Topham Hatt for story and song as they prepare for an important journey to Pittsburgh!
Thomas Town will be open for the remainder of the 2018 summer season as well as fall and winter holiday events.
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