3:15 pm - 4:15 pm
Our event kicks off with a ride on the Essex steam train. This historic steam train will serve as the primary transportation to the venue for guests. Enjoy the Fall foliage as you ride alongside the scenic Connecticut River. [ The train station will serve as parking for the event. ] [ Please arrive promptly at 3:15 - the train departs at 3:30 ] [ Please visit the RSVP page for parking accommodations. ]
4:15 pm - 10:00 pm
Attire: Formal cocktail dresses, dressy jumpsuits, jackets and slacks.
[ Train Arrival 4:10pm ] [ Ceremony 4:30pm ] [ Cocktail Hour 5:00pm ] [ Reception 6:00pm ] For meal details, please visit the menu tab before you RSVP.
10:00 pm - 11:45 pm
The shuttle will be available to take guests to the after-party and back to the Essex Steam Train parking lot. We prefer guests who will attend the after-party to utilize the shuttle or carpooling. Shuttle schedule for all guests: 10:20 PM - Guests going back to the hotel OR to the afterparty board the shuttle from the train station 10:30 PM - Shuttle will stop briefly at the Quality Inn to drop off guests, and will continue to the afterparty location (High Nine Brewery) 12:00 PM - Shuttle departs High Nine Brewery, proceeds to the Essex Train Station and Quality Inn to drop off guests