Upcoming Events
Create memories with your family at the trolley museum
Girl Scout Day
Saturday, May 2 • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join us for an educational day of learning about the railroad industry and trolley history!
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Mother's Day
Sunday, May 10 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Free admission for moms and grandmothers with a paid child or adult admission!
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Spring Fling
Saturday, May 16 • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Beer and wine tasting at the trolley museum. Enjoy a glass rain or shine!
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First Responders Day & Fire Truck Show
Saturday, June 6 • 10:00 am - 3:30 pm
Do not miss your opportunity to sit in a real fire truck, try on fireman's turnout gear, watch fire hose demos, and take home a souvenir kids fire hat.
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Connecticut Open House Day
Saturday, June 13 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A unified celebration of the state's fascinating world of art, history, and tourism. Special admission discount for Connecticut residents.
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Father's Day Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Sunday, June 21 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Free admission for dads and grandfathers with a paid child or adult admission. The behind-the-scenes tour highlights current restoration projects.
Details80th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, June 27 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Come celebrate 80 years with us!
Guest Motorman Day
Saturday, June 27 • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Your chance to get behind a controller and operate a trolley under the guidance of an instructor. (Adults 18+)
Super Hero and Princess Day
Saturday, August 22 • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Dress up as your favorite Super Hero or Princess and join us for a fun memorable day.
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Night Photo Shoot
Saturday, September 19 • 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
3-Hour event for hobbyist or professional photographers. Pre-registration required - limited space available.
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Pumpkin Patch
Friday, October 2 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Rails to the Darkside
Friday, October 2 • 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dare to ride to the darkside? Hold on to your seat as you won't know what to expect. It's more than the trolleys that go bump in the night.
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Pumpkin Patch
Saturday, October 3 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Rails to the Darkside
Saturday, October 3 • 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dare to ride to the darkside? Hold on to your seat as you won't know what to expect. It's more than the trolleys that go bump in the night.
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Pumpkin Patch
Sunday, October 4 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Pumpkin Patch
Friday, October 9 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Rails to the Darkside
Friday, October 9 • 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dare to ride to the darkside? Hold on to your seat as you won't know what to expect. It's more than the trolleys that go bump in the night.
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Pumpkin Patch
Saturday, October 10 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Rails to the Darkside
Saturday, October 10 • 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dare to ride to the darkside? Hold on to your seat as you won't know what to expect. It's more than the trolleys that go bump in the night.
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Pumpkin Patch
Sunday, October 11 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Pumpkin Patch
Monday, October 12 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Homeschool Day
Friday, October 16 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Advance registration discount for homeschool students.
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Pumpkin Patch
Friday, October 16 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Rails to the Darkside
Friday, October 16 • 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dare to ride to the darkside? Hold on to your seat as you won't know what to expect. It's more than the trolleys that go bump in the night.
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Pumpkin Patch
Saturday, October 17 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Rails to the Darkside
Saturday, October 17 • 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dare to ride to the darkside? Hold on to your seat as you won't know what to expect. It's more than the trolleys that go bump in the night.
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Pumpkin Patch
Sunday, October 18 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Pumpkin Patch
Friday, October 23 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Rails to the Darkside
Friday, October 23 • 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dare to ride to the darkside? Hold on to your seat as you won't know what to expect. It's more than the trolleys that go bump in the night.
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Pumpkin Patch
Saturday, October 24 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Rails to the Darkside
Saturday, October 24 • 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dare to ride to the darkside? Hold on to your seat as you won't know what to expect. It's more than the trolleys that go bump in the night.
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Pumpkin Patch
Sunday, October 25 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Pumpkin Patch
Friday, October 30 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Rails to the Darkside
Friday, October 30 • 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dare to ride to the darkside? Hold on to your seat as you won't know what to expect. It's more than the trolleys that go bump in the night.
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Pumpkin Patch
Saturday, October 31 • 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
A family favorite! Ride the trolley to the pumpkin patch and pick your own pumpkin. Special activities at the Visitor Center.
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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights
Friday, November 27 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ride a heated or open air trolley through the Tunnel of Lights and explore the model railway displays!
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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights
Saturday, November 28 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ride a heated or open air trolley through the Tunnel of Lights and explore the model railway displays!
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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights
Sunday, November 29 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ride a heated or open air trolley through the Tunnel of Lights and explore the model railway displays!
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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights
Friday, December 4 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ride a heated or open air trolley through the Tunnel of Lights and explore the model railway displays!
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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights
Saturday, December 5 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ride a heated or open air trolley through the Tunnel of Lights and explore the model railway displays!
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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights
Sunday, December 6 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ride a heated or open air trolley through the Tunnel of Lights and explore the model railway displays!
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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights
Friday, December 11 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ride a heated or open air trolley through the Tunnel of Lights and explore the model railway displays!
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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights
Saturday, December 12 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ride a heated or open air trolley through the Tunnel of Lights and explore the model railway displays!
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Storytime Trolley with Santa and Friends
Saturday, December 12 • 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Storytime with Santa onboard a trolley, then head into the winter wonderland.
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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights
Sunday, December 13 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ride a heated or open air trolley through the Tunnel of Lights and explore the model railway displays!
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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights
Friday, December 18 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ride a heated or open air trolley through the Tunnel of Lights and explore the model railway displays!
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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights
Saturday, December 19 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ride a heated or open air trolley through the Tunnel of Lights and explore the model railway displays!
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Storytime Trolley with Santa and Friends
Saturday, December 19 • 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Storytime with Santa onboard a trolley, then head into the winter wonderland.
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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights
Sunday, December 20 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ride a heated or open air trolley through the Tunnel of Lights and explore the model railway displays!
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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights
Saturday, December 26 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ride a heated or open air trolley through the Tunnel of Lights and explore the model railway displays!
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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights
Sunday, December 27 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ride a heated or open air trolley through the Tunnel of Lights and explore the model railway displays!
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