EXPERIENCES
Day out With Thomas
April 27-28 & May 4-5
‘Pop’ on board a train ride adventure with Thomas the Tank Engine! Day Out With Thomas “Bubble Tour” is heading to Essex Station! We encourage you to purchase your tickets in advance as these events sell out each year! Arrive early to enjoy all the included activities!
Mommy & Me Tea
May 11 & 12, 2024
Take in the beautiful spring scenery on this 1 ½ hour round-trip train ride through the Connecticut River Valley, as you enjoy this intimate family excursion. Delight in an assortment of teas, finger sandwiches, pastries, sweets and more, aboard a beautifully restored 1920s era Pullman Dining car. Your car hosts will be providing top of the line care and service for you and your family and friends. Relax as the rhythm of the rails, accompanied by classical melodies, transports you to a simpler time of elegance that only we can provide.
Lei’d Back Luau
June 14, 2024
Whether you’re seeking fun, relaxation, or simply a taste of paradise, the Lei’d Back Luau promises an unforgettable experience for all. Indulge in a tropical menu of island-style barbeque, sweet and savory desserts, and cocktails sporting an exotic flair. Live music, tiki torches, and palm leaves await! So grab your grass skirts, slip on your flip-flops, and join us for a summer soirée that’s sure to be the highlight of the summer.
Princess Academy & Royal Tea
SOLD OUT- June 15, July 20, July 21 & August 17, 2024
Let us make all of your wishes come true on June 15, July 20 and August 17, 2024 when you attend our first Princess Academy and Royal Tea. Dress your Princess in training in her prettiest dress or gown and join our beautiful Belle of the Valley and her regal companions in the Grand Ballroom at Essex Station for an unforgettable and magical afternoon.
Donuts with Dad
Sunday, June 16, 2024
Kick off your Father’s Day celebrations this year with a morning train & riverboat cruise on the Becky Thatcher Riverboat! It’s our annual Donuts with Dad breakfast celebration and we will be featuring a giant selection of delicious treats from the Beach Donut Shop in Clinton CT!
Hideaway Circus: Canvas Sky
June 28 – 30, 2024
We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming tour of Canvas Sky, an all new outdoor show from Hideaway Circus. Following the success of three Stars Above tours, this new and unforgettable spectacle embarks on a 35-week journey to over 60 towns in 22 states promising to inspire the imagination and warm hearts across America.
