Board the locomotive-powered steam train in Essex for a magical nighttime journey to the North Pole Express on the Essex Stream Train November 18-December 23, 2022. Every coach becomes a stage for a LIVE musical performance of “The Night Before Christmas.” Celebrate the spirit of the season with Santa and Mrs. Claus, festive sing-a-longs, hot ... Read more
Ahoy and Avast Me Hearties! Come for a jolly roger of a good time as you join the crew of the pirate Captain Kidd. Hop aboard with the scurvy crew of the Becky Thatcher for a fully immersive, one-of-a-kind treasure hunt on the Connecticut River. You will hear tales of sea serpents, mermaids and buried ... 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
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
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
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
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 Ribs and Rum Cruise will be held on September 19th from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Essex. It’s time for some Ribs and Rum aboard the Ribs & Rum Cruise! Ride our vintage train pulled by an antique diesel locomotive to our riverboat. Onboard, you'll enjoy a ... Read more
The Cruise to Parrotdise will be held on August 29th from 6 pm to 9:30 pm at The Essex Steam Train and Riverboat in Essex. It’s 5 O’Clock somewhere, right? Hop aboard the Becky Thatcher for a sunset cruise, “Keys Style”! Book your tickets for our Cruise to Parrotdise today; a tribute to Parrot Heads ... Read more
The Chocolate and Wine Cruise will be held on August 22nd from 6 pm to 9:30 pm at The Essex Steam Train and Riverboat in Essex. It’s a match made in heaven and we’re bringing it to you on Thursday, June 27 as we host the Chocolate & Wine Cruise. Ride our vintage train pulled ... Read more
