Mistletoe & Martinis at Essex Yacht Club

The Connecticut River Museum presents its annual Mistletoe & Martinis celebration, an evening centered around festive flavors, seasonal cheer, and community spirit. The event takes place on December 16, 2025, from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Essex Yacht Club and features several holiday-themed martini options along with access to a full bar on the first floor. Guests can enjoy a generous selection of heavy hors d’oeuvres throughout the evening and will have the opportunity to enter for a chance to win a piece of diamond jewelry from Becker’s Diamonds and Fine Jewelry.

This year’s gathering also highlights the Museum’s mission through its ornament initiative. Two ornament styles will be available for purchase, each supporting the Museum’s planned pollinator garden and its education programs. Every ornament purchased includes a seed-filled ornament to take home, offering a meaningful way to participate in the Museum’s conservation efforts. Ornaments are $50 and contribute directly to advancing these programs.

The Essex Yacht Club is located at 19 Novelty Lane, Essex, CT 06426. Ticket information is available through the Connecticut River Museum’s website or by contacting the Museum directly.