All Aboard for the Big Blue Birthday Bash!
15th - 24th February
Join us for an unforgettable adventure this February half-term as we banish those winter blues!
Families can enjoy brand new live entertainment, a fun candy trail and cupcake decorating, celebrate our very own Thomas the Tank Engines’ 80th Birthday AND be in with a chance to win an epic holiday!
Early Bird Offer - Book by 1st February to get your tickets for just £19.90 each!
Please note, this event is Thomas Land & Zoo only, no thrill rides will be open.
Birthday Trail
Make your special day even more magical with our Thomas Land Birthday Bucket! Pre-order your bucket and embark on an exciting Thomas Land Trail, collecting treats at every stop along the way. The adventure ends with a sweet finale - a delicious Birthday Cupcake waiting to be decorated!
The Birthday Bucket can be purchased online when booking your ticket for £3 or purchased on the day for £5. They can be collected/purchased from the Thomas Land Shop. Parents/Guardians are not required to purchase a bucket.
Win Big This February Half Term!
This February Half Term, your ticket to epic family fun could also be your ticket to a dream holiday!
All guests who visit Drayton Manor between 15th – 24th February are automatically entered into our incredible competition to win a family holiday for 4!
Each park ticket is one entry into the competition, Annual Pass Holders get double the chances to win so be sure to upgrade to an Annual Pass on the day!
Toasty Treats Await
Get ready to add a warm and toasty twist to your visit with our fire pits, perfect for gathering around and toasting marshmallows with your loved ones.
Whether you’re warming up after a ride or simply enjoying a gooey marshmallow treat, it’s the perfect way to make your Epic February Half Term visit even sweeter!
Marshmallows and sticks are available to purchase from Fun Foods.
What rides will be open at the Big Blue Birthday Bash?
Please note, the weather may affect ride availability, for up-to-date ride information check our ride availability page on the morning of your visit.
Stay & Play
Embark on a laughter-filled, thrill-packed, and joyful adventure with your family at Drayton Manor Resort this February Half Term!
- An overnight stay in our 4 Star onsite hotel
- Theme park tickets to the Big Blue Birthday Bash for one day
- Character breakfast and evening entertainment
- A full English breakfast to start the day
- Over 25 Thomas & Friends themed rides and attractions
Entertainment Schedule
Rory's Bubble Bash
Main Stage
11:30am • 2:30pm
Lory's Crazy Conga
Main Stage
12:30pm • 3:30pm
Rusty & Dusty Party Games
Thomas Land Bandstand
1pm • 3pm
Sir Topham Hatt's Birthday Treat
Thomas Land Yellow House
1pm • 3pm
New 2025 Celebration Show
Thomas Land Balcony
11am • 12pm • 2pm • 4pm
Annual Pass
The Big Blue Birthday Bash is free to enter for all Platinum & Gold annual passholders.
Early bird friends and family rates available until 1st February, pre-book your visit now!
By participating in the competition, you are agreeing to these competition terms and conditions. The competition is being run by Drayton Manor Resort.
Eligibility to Enter
- The competition is open to entrants who are at least 18 years of age or older. Drayton Manor Resort employees and associates are excluded from the draw.
- To be eligible to enter you must have purchased a ticket to visit Drayton Manor Resort between 15th – 24th February 2025.
- Each park ticket purchased is one entry into the competition. Annual Passholder visits count as two entries per pre-booked visit. Tickets must be redeemed and used for a park visit to be eligible to enter.
- By entering the competition, you confirm that you are eligible to do so and that you are eligible to receive any prizes that may be awarded to you.
The Prize
- The winning prize is a £5,000 voucher for a holiday for up to 4 people.
- The use of specific brands as prizes by Drayton Manor Resort does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement of such brands.
- The prize is non-transferable and non-exchangeable, and no cash alternatives will be provided.
- We reserve the right to substitute prizes of equal or greater value if circumstances beyond our control require doing so.
- Drayton Manor Resort's decision on any aspect of the competition is final and binding, and no correspondence will be entered into about it.
Winner Announcement
- The winner will be chosen at random and notified via the email address used to purchase the park tickets on Thursday 27th February 2025.
- Drayton Manor Resort will make two attempts to contact the winner via email.
- If the winner does not respond to the emails informing them of their win within 48 hours of the second email, they forfeit their right to the prize, and Drayton Manor Resort reserves the right to select and notify a new winner. Delivery of the Prize
Data Protection and Publicity
- You agree that any personal information that you provide when entering the competition will be used by Drayton Manor Resort for the purposes of administering the competition and for other purposes as specified in our Privacy Policy.
- All entrants may request information on the winning participant by emailing marketing@draytonmanor.co.uk
- If requested by Drayton Manor Resort, the winner agrees to release their first name to other competition participants.
Limitation of Liability
- Drayton Manor Resort accepts no liability for any damage, loss, injury, or disappointment suffered by entrants as a result of participating in the competition or being selected for a prize.
- Drayton Manor Resort reserves the right, at any time and without prior notice, to cancel the competition or amend these terms and conditions.