Circus Train
Workshops Rail Museum
Roll up! Roll up! Circus Train is coming to the Workshops Rail Museum this April school holiday with a few great stops for you and the family to enjoy.
From April 3 to 18, families can get onboard the Circus Train to see some of Queensland’s fascinating circus train history, have fun in Action Alley, and experience the Museum's real life steam trains, diesel locomotives and more.
First stop: Circus Train
Run away with the circus for a day this school holiday and try your hand at juggling, hula hooping, stilt walking and more.
- Have fun in Action Alley playing circus games and show off your new-found circus skills
- Enjoy Circus entertainment daily at 10:30am, 11:30am and 12:30pm
- Wander the Circus Train display with 20 historical photos of the circus trains in Queensland including film from the 1940s with Wirth’s Circus, “the greatest show on earth”, rolling into Queensland
- Get creative in the craft area and make your own clown hat
Next stop: Hands on, interactive exhibits
Who doesn’t love hands on fun?
- Put yourself and your little ones in the driver’s seat of the Museum's train simulator
- Interact with 20 awesome exhibits in the Sciencentre
- Let loose in the indoor adventure playground, Nippers Railway
Final destination: Tiny train, big trains and more
Don't miss all the family favourites at the Museum.
- Set your eyes on the massive model railway
- Get up close to real steam and diesel locomotives
- Take a ride on the miniature train (extra charges apply)
- See the fascinating, temporary exhibition Code Breakers, and test your skill at gaming
Tips to help plan your visit:
- We recommend a visit of 3+ hours because there’s so much to see and do
- The Museum is open daily from 9:30am-4pm, except Good Friday (closed)
- Pack a picnic to enjoy on the grounds, or visit the onsite Trackside Cafe
- Entry conditions are in line with Queensland Government’s COVID-Safe Plan
All programming and exhibits are included with Museum entry:
- Family ticket $44.50 (2 adults and up to 4 children)
- Adult $14.50
- Concession $12.50
- Child (3-15 years) $11.50
- Child (under 3 years of age) FREE
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Circus Train
Workshops Rail Museum
North St
North Ipswich
Apr 3-18
3432 5100