(Includes four premium whiskey tastings, cigars custom rolled by Up in Smoke, a presentation by UMASS Professor, Folklorist, and Alcohol Historian Steve Gencarella and live Blues Music by Bart Bryant & Friends) Generous Appetizer Buffet and Dessert provided Whiskey Tasting, Hand Rolled Cigar and Historical Presentation on Bourbon & Whiskey on the Essex Station Platform: 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm (Includes four whiskey tastings, one hand rolled cigar and presentation by Steve Gencarella - UMASS Professor, Folklorist, and Alcohol Historian - general seating)

Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 9 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Spring Time in stunning New England.

Pedal a Rail-Bike for a  8 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Spring Time in stunning New England.

Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.

All aboard the elegant Essex Clipper for a 4-course meal served in beautifully restored 1920’s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive.

Pedal a Rail-Bike for a  8 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Spring Time in stunning New England.

Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.

All aboard the elegant Essex Clipper for a 4-course meal served in beautifully restored 1920’s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive.

Thomas & Friends will be here on May 28, 29 & June 4,5 with departure times every 45 minutes from 9:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Passengers select a departure time when purchasing a ticket (ride is approx. 25 minutes), but can enjoy fun-filled family activities all day long!

Thomas & Friends will be here on May 28, 29 & June 4,5 with departure times every 45 minutes from 9:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Passengers select a departure time when purchasing a ticket (ride is approx. 25 minutes), but can enjoy fun-filled family activities all day long!