Take the Train to the Pumpkin Patch will be held from October 19th to October 27th from 11 am to 1:30 pm at the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat in Essex. Hop on board our historic steam train at Essex Station for a scenic ride to Deep River where the festivities begin! The pumpkin patch ... Read more
The Essex Holiday House Tour & Boutique will be held on December 7th from 9:30 am to 5 pm in Downtown Essex. The town of Essex opens their homes this December to support a broad spectrum of services for at-risk children and their families through the Child & Family Agency of Southeastern CT. On Saturday, ... Read more
The Holiday Stroll & Sip will be held on December 7th from 1 pm to 10 pm in Downtown Essex. Join us for the Essex Holiday Stroll: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, Horse & Carriage Rides with Santa 12:00 – 5:00 PM, Child and Family Agency Festival of Trees 12:00 – 1:30PM, Bell Chimes At Edward ... Read more
Mistletoe & Martinis hosted by Connecticut River Museum will be held on Thursday, December 12th from 6 to 9 pm. This festive celebration at the Museum features signature martinis, fabulous hors d'oeuvres, and music! Individual Ticket: $75.00, Includes Wine and Beer Bar Couple Ticket: $125.00, Includes Wine and Beer Bar Patron Ticket: $150.00, Includes 1 ... Read more
Have you ever dreamed of gliding down a golden lit river at sunset while sipping Champagne, Prosecco or Sparkling Rose? You can live that dream aboard Essex Steam Train's Bubble Boat Cruise on August 13, 2020 starting at 6 pm. Enjoy a 2-1/2 hour cruise down the beautiful coastline of the Connecticut River Valley, while ... Read more
Thomas & Friends are at at Essex Steam Train on August 29th & 30th, as well as September 5th & 6th, 2020 from 9:00 to 4:00 pm, with departure times every 45 minutes from 9:00 a.m. through 3:45 p.m. Passengers select a departure time when purchasing a ticket (ride is approx. 25 minutes), but can ... Read more
The Essex Steam Train & Riverboat proudly presents our newest holiday adventure as we invite you and your family to experience our first ever, Reindeer on the Rails November 27 - December 23, 2020 We know that 2020 has been challenging for everyone and our mission is to wrap up this year with a safe, ... Read more
Celebrate the holidays with family and friends aboard the elegant Essex Clipper Holiday Dinner Train in Essex, CT. Enjoy a specially selected 4-course holiday meal served in beautifully decorated 1920s Pullman dining cars pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive. You will feel the warmth of the holidays surround you as you sip a festive drink ... Read more
Essex, Connecticut Park and Recreation presents the Summer Concert Series with fan favorite bands like Southern Voice, Long Island Sound, Old Dog New Trick and many more! We will also have new performance's from Shore Break and the Coast Guard Dixeland Band. Concerts goers should bring their own lawn chairs and blankets, practice social distancing ... Read more
The Taco and Tequila Cruise will be held on July 9th, 2021 from 6 pm to 9 pm on the Essex Steam Train and Riverboat in Essex. It’s time for some Tacos, Tequila and Tunes on Thursday July 9 aboard the Tacos & Tequila Cruise! Ride our vintage train pulled by our antique diesel locomotive ... Read more
