The Annual Connecticut River Museum Holiday Train Show is in Essex, Connecticut November 21, 2023 through February 18, 2024. This is a family friendly exhibit that is a must for the holiday season. The Connecticut River Museum Holiday Train Show is back for their 29th year of fun for all ages.

The trains will run everyday from Tuesday through Sunday. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm

Come see what model train artist Steve Cryan has created this year with a fully operational 30-foot train layout. There will be “I SPY” scavenger hunts and toddler sized viewing layout so all can be a part of the fun.

Steve Cryan never creates the same exhibit twice so if you came in year’s past you will be will find surprises around every turn. This year’s exhibit features more trains, new scenery, and lots of surprises to be found in the fully operational 26-foot model train layout.  Smaller visitors set can get hands-on at an American Flyer and Lionel Train layout designed for toddler size viewing.  The exhibit is a true locomotive extravaganza and a perfect outing for train fans and all who are young at heart.