Train Hop
Essex Junction Train Hop is an annual event created to celebrate local businesses and create a social opportunity for our community in a unique way. Event goers are given a train map that lists all the participating businesses and are encouraged to get their map “stamped” at each location around the Five Corners and at Maple Street Park. With each stamp, participants will also receive a raffle ticket which they can turn in at the end of the event at our information booth or Maple Street Park to be entered into our Train Hop Raffle! The raffle will feature donations from our participating businesses. Winners will be selected Monday, December 12th!
The participating businesses and community partners will have model train displays set up, with some fun giveaways and activities! During the event, you can pick up a map from all places listed, or the informational booth. Maps will also be available on our website and on social media the day of the event. Start your train hop journey at any of the participating stops, and catch the free shuttle to Maple Street Park for the festive lighted trees, train ride around the park and music.
ALL AGES / CITY CENTER & MAPLE STREET PARK
FRI, DECEMBER 12
5:30–8PM
Event Highlights:
- Stops Include: Amtrak Station, Bespoke Bike Shop, Boxcar Bakery, Brownell Library, City Offices, Essex Junction Fire Department, Maplehurst Florist, Maple Street Art Space, Maple Street Park, McGillicuddy’s, Nest Coffee and Bakery, Penzo Pizza, Sparky’s Bar and Grill, Sweet P Baby, The Bagel Place, and Yankee Pride Quilts.
- Festive Features at Maple Street Park: Enjoy a horse drawn carriage ride around the park, join Big Blue Trunk for a train ride around City Hall, and marvel at the festive lighted trees.
- Maps & Info: Pick up event maps at any listed location, the information booth in front of Brownell Library, or download one from this webpage. Map will be posted here as well once finalized!
