Thirlmere Festival of Steam
Highlights
- Experience the enchanting sound of steam whistles as Thirlmere village comes alive during the Festival of Steam.
- Hop aboard steam trains for a leisurely ride through history, featuring Australia's largest rolling stock collection.
- Indulge in delicious food and market stalls while enjoying live entertainment and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend.
- Challenge yourself in the 'Huff n' Puff' road race, competing against a steam train on Sunday, 24 May.
Thirlmere village will once again awaken to the enchanting sound of the steam whistle for the annual Thirlmere Festival of Steam.
Don’t miss this unique and exciting weekend event for the whole family; proudly brought to you by Wollondilly Shire Council and Transport Heritage NSW, operators of the NSW Rail Museum.
Enjoy a weekend of family fun including steam train rides and museum activities, live entertainment, demonstrations, delicious food, a family carnival, market stalls, a street parade, a steam machinery display, a car display and Australia’s largest rolling stock collection at the NSW Rail Museum. There are different activities on each day. Check the program for details!
The Festival will also include the ‘Huff n’ Puff’ road race on Sunday 24 May, where running enthusiasts can put themselves to the test and race against a steam train.
Book your steam train tickets online and experience a leisurely trip on one of the Museum’s steam trains, including the recently restored locomotive 3001 and more.
Check out the website for more information and to register.
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- Next occurrence: reoccurring
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- NSW – Local – Visit Wollondilly
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