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SUMMARY:Princess Academy and Royal Tea at Essex Steam Train
DESCRIPTION:Princess Academy and Royal Tea at Essex Steam Train returns for its third year\, inviting young princes and princesses to enjoy a magical royal adventure on July 11\, 12\, 18\, and 19. Designed for children ages 10 and under\, this enchanting experience transforms Essex Station into a fairy tale kingdom where aspiring royalty can dress in their finest attire\, meet beloved royal characters\, and create memories aboard the historic Essex Steam Train. \nThe festivities begin in the Grand Ballroom at Essex Station\, where the Belle of the Valley and her royal companions welcome guests for an afternoon of crafts\, music\, and royal etiquette. Princesses will decorate sparkling tiaras and scepters at the Courtly Creations Station\, learn graceful manners at the Majestic Finishing School\, and practice a favorite song before making a grand Coronation Promenade down the red carpet to board the train. Knights will decorate magical swords and learn heroic moves to help protect their kingdom. \nThe celebration continues aboard the Essex Steam Train with a Royal Tea featuring sweets and snacks fit for royalty. Parents are invited to cheer on their young royals and capture photos during the Coronation Promenade\, while adults can relax with a complimentary prosecco or soft drink at the Queen’s Pub before enjoying the magical train ride. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Princess Academy and Royal Tea\nDates:\n\nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026\nSunday\, July 12\, 2026\nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026\nSunday\, July 19\, 2026\n\n\nVenue: Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride\nAddress: 1 Railroad Ave.\, Essex\, CT\nRecommended Age: 10 and under\nSchedule:\n12:30 pm-12:45 pm   Check in Essex Station 1 Railroad Ave. Essex\, CT 06426\n12:45 pm-2:15 pm   Princess Academy in Grand Ballroom at Essex Station \n2:15 pm-2:30 pm   Princess Promenade to Train \n2:30pm-3:30 pm  Royal Tea Excursion aboard train\n\nPrincess Academy Activities\nPrincesses will enjoy: \n\nMeeting the Belle of the Valley and her royal companions\nDecorating tiaras and scepters at the Courtly Creations Station\nLessons at the Majestic Finishing School\nLearning a royal song\nWalking the red carpet during the Coronation Promenade\nRoyal Tea aboard the Essex Steam Train\nSweets and snacks aboard the train\n\nKnight Activities\nYoung knights will receive: \n\nA magical sword to decorate\nActivities at the Courtly Creations Station\nKnightly training to help protect the kingdom\n\nParent Paparazzi\nFamilies are encouraged to capture the moment as young royals make their Coronation Promenade to the train. Parents may take photos and videos from behind the velvet ropes while cheering on their newly crowned princes and princesses. \nAdmission\n\nPrincesses & Knights (Children): $79.99\nParent Paparazzi & Friends (Adults): $59.99\n1 Parent/1 Child: $139.98\n\nAdult admission includes one complimentary prosecco or soft drink at the Queen’s Pub. \nTickets\nTickets can be purchased by clicking the Event Ticketing link at the bottom of this page. \nContact\nEssex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride \n\nPhone: (860) 767-0103\nEmail: info@essexsteamtrain.com\n\n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/princess-academy-and-royal-tea-at-essex-steam-train/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride\, 1 Railroad Ave\, Essex\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sift Bake Shop Mystic
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SUMMARY:Princess Academy and Royal Tea at Essex Steam Train
DESCRIPTION:Princess Academy and Royal Tea at Essex Steam Train returns for its third year\, inviting young princes and princesses to enjoy a magical royal adventure on July 11\, 12\, 18\, and 19. Designed for children ages 10 and under\, this enchanting experience transforms Essex Station into a fairy tale kingdom where aspiring royalty can dress in their finest attire\, meet beloved royal characters\, and create memories aboard the historic Essex Steam Train. \nThe festivities begin in the Grand Ballroom at Essex Station\, where the Belle of the Valley and her royal companions welcome guests for an afternoon of crafts\, music\, and royal etiquette. Princesses will decorate sparkling tiaras and scepters at the Courtly Creations Station\, learn graceful manners at the Majestic Finishing School\, and practice a favorite song before making a grand Coronation Promenade down the red carpet to board the train. Knights will decorate magical swords and learn heroic moves to help protect their kingdom. \nThe celebration continues aboard the Essex Steam Train with a Royal Tea featuring sweets and snacks fit for royalty. Parents are invited to cheer on their young royals and capture photos during the Coronation Promenade\, while adults can relax with a complimentary prosecco or soft drink at the Queen’s Pub before enjoying the magical train ride. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Princess Academy and Royal Tea\nDates:\n\nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026\nSunday\, July 12\, 2026\nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026\nSunday\, July 19\, 2026\n\n\nVenue: Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride\nAddress: 1 Railroad Ave.\, Essex\, CT\nRecommended Age: 10 and under\nSchedule:\n12:30 pm-12:45 pm   Check in Essex Station 1 Railroad Ave. Essex\, CT 06426\n12:45 pm-2:15 pm   Princess Academy in Grand Ballroom at Essex Station \n2:15 pm-2:30 pm   Princess Promenade to Train \n2:30pm-3:30 pm  Royal Tea Excursion aboard train\n\nPrincess Academy Activities\nPrincesses will enjoy: \n\nMeeting the Belle of the Valley and her royal companions\nDecorating tiaras and scepters at the Courtly Creations Station\nLessons at the Majestic Finishing School\nLearning a royal song\nWalking the red carpet during the Coronation Promenade\nRoyal Tea aboard the Essex Steam Train\nSweets and snacks aboard the train\n\nKnight Activities\nYoung knights will receive: \n\nA magical sword to decorate\nActivities at the Courtly Creations Station\nKnightly training to help protect the kingdom\n\nParent Paparazzi\nFamilies are encouraged to capture the moment as young royals make their Coronation Promenade to the train. Parents may take photos and videos from behind the velvet ropes while cheering on their newly crowned princes and princesses. \nAdmission\n\nPrincesses & Knights (Children): $79.99\nParent Paparazzi & Friends (Adults): $59.99\n1 Parent/1 Child: $139.98\n\nAdult admission includes one complimentary prosecco or soft drink at the Queen’s Pub. \nTickets\nTickets can be purchased by clicking the Event Ticketing link at the bottom of this page. \nContact\nEssex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride \n\nPhone: (860) 767-0103\nEmail: info@essexsteamtrain.com\n\n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/princess-academy-and-royal-tea-at-essex-steam-train/2026-07-12/
LOCATION:Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride\, 1 Railroad Ave\, Essex\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sift Bake Shop Mystic
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SUMMARY:Princess Academy and Royal Tea at Essex Steam Train
DESCRIPTION:Princess Academy and Royal Tea at Essex Steam Train returns for its third year\, inviting young princes and princesses to enjoy a magical royal adventure on July 11\, 12\, 18\, and 19. Designed for children ages 10 and under\, this enchanting experience transforms Essex Station into a fairy tale kingdom where aspiring royalty can dress in their finest attire\, meet beloved royal characters\, and create memories aboard the historic Essex Steam Train. \nThe festivities begin in the Grand Ballroom at Essex Station\, where the Belle of the Valley and her royal companions welcome guests for an afternoon of crafts\, music\, and royal etiquette. Princesses will decorate sparkling tiaras and scepters at the Courtly Creations Station\, learn graceful manners at the Majestic Finishing School\, and practice a favorite song before making a grand Coronation Promenade down the red carpet to board the train. Knights will decorate magical swords and learn heroic moves to help protect their kingdom. \nThe celebration continues aboard the Essex Steam Train with a Royal Tea featuring sweets and snacks fit for royalty. Parents are invited to cheer on their young royals and capture photos during the Coronation Promenade\, while adults can relax with a complimentary prosecco or soft drink at the Queen’s Pub before enjoying the magical train ride. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Princess Academy and Royal Tea\nDates:\n\nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026\nSunday\, July 12\, 2026\nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026\nSunday\, July 19\, 2026\n\n\nVenue: Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride\nAddress: 1 Railroad Ave.\, Essex\, CT\nRecommended Age: 10 and under\nSchedule:\n12:30 pm-12:45 pm   Check in Essex Station 1 Railroad Ave. Essex\, CT 06426\n12:45 pm-2:15 pm   Princess Academy in Grand Ballroom at Essex Station \n2:15 pm-2:30 pm   Princess Promenade to Train \n2:30pm-3:30 pm  Royal Tea Excursion aboard train\n\nPrincess Academy Activities\nPrincesses will enjoy: \n\nMeeting the Belle of the Valley and her royal companions\nDecorating tiaras and scepters at the Courtly Creations Station\nLessons at the Majestic Finishing School\nLearning a royal song\nWalking the red carpet during the Coronation Promenade\nRoyal Tea aboard the Essex Steam Train\nSweets and snacks aboard the train\n\nKnight Activities\nYoung knights will receive: \n\nA magical sword to decorate\nActivities at the Courtly Creations Station\nKnightly training to help protect the kingdom\n\nParent Paparazzi\nFamilies are encouraged to capture the moment as young royals make their Coronation Promenade to the train. Parents may take photos and videos from behind the velvet ropes while cheering on their newly crowned princes and princesses. \nAdmission\n\nPrincesses & Knights (Children): $79.99\nParent Paparazzi & Friends (Adults): $59.99\n1 Parent/1 Child: $139.98\n\nAdult admission includes one complimentary prosecco or soft drink at the Queen’s Pub. \nTickets\nTickets can be purchased by clicking the Event Ticketing link at the bottom of this page. \nContact\nEssex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride \n\nPhone: (860) 767-0103\nEmail: info@essexsteamtrain.com\n\n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/princess-academy-and-royal-tea-at-essex-steam-train/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride\, 1 Railroad Ave\, Essex\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sift Bake Shop Mystic
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SUMMARY:Princess Academy and Royal Tea at Essex Steam Train
DESCRIPTION:Princess Academy and Royal Tea at Essex Steam Train returns for its third year\, inviting young princes and princesses to enjoy a magical royal adventure on July 11\, 12\, 18\, and 19. Designed for children ages 10 and under\, this enchanting experience transforms Essex Station into a fairy tale kingdom where aspiring royalty can dress in their finest attire\, meet beloved royal characters\, and create memories aboard the historic Essex Steam Train. \nThe festivities begin in the Grand Ballroom at Essex Station\, where the Belle of the Valley and her royal companions welcome guests for an afternoon of crafts\, music\, and royal etiquette. Princesses will decorate sparkling tiaras and scepters at the Courtly Creations Station\, learn graceful manners at the Majestic Finishing School\, and practice a favorite song before making a grand Coronation Promenade down the red carpet to board the train. Knights will decorate magical swords and learn heroic moves to help protect their kingdom. \nThe celebration continues aboard the Essex Steam Train with a Royal Tea featuring sweets and snacks fit for royalty. Parents are invited to cheer on their young royals and capture photos during the Coronation Promenade\, while adults can relax with a complimentary prosecco or soft drink at the Queen’s Pub before enjoying the magical train ride. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Princess Academy and Royal Tea\nDates:\n\nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026\nSunday\, July 12\, 2026\nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026\nSunday\, July 19\, 2026\n\n\nVenue: Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride\nAddress: 1 Railroad Ave.\, Essex\, CT\nRecommended Age: 10 and under\nSchedule:\n12:30 pm-12:45 pm   Check in Essex Station 1 Railroad Ave. Essex\, CT 06426\n12:45 pm-2:15 pm   Princess Academy in Grand Ballroom at Essex Station \n2:15 pm-2:30 pm   Princess Promenade to Train \n2:30pm-3:30 pm  Royal Tea Excursion aboard train\n\nPrincess Academy Activities\nPrincesses will enjoy: \n\nMeeting the Belle of the Valley and her royal companions\nDecorating tiaras and scepters at the Courtly Creations Station\nLessons at the Majestic Finishing School\nLearning a royal song\nWalking the red carpet during the Coronation Promenade\nRoyal Tea aboard the Essex Steam Train\nSweets and snacks aboard the train\n\nKnight Activities\nYoung knights will receive: \n\nA magical sword to decorate\nActivities at the Courtly Creations Station\nKnightly training to help protect the kingdom\n\nParent Paparazzi\nFamilies are encouraged to capture the moment as young royals make their Coronation Promenade to the train. Parents may take photos and videos from behind the velvet ropes while cheering on their newly crowned princes and princesses. \nAdmission\n\nPrincesses & Knights (Children): $79.99\nParent Paparazzi & Friends (Adults): $59.99\n1 Parent/1 Child: $139.98\n\nAdult admission includes one complimentary prosecco or soft drink at the Queen’s Pub. \nTickets\nTickets can be purchased by clicking the Event Ticketing link at the bottom of this page. \nContact\nEssex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride \n\nPhone: (860) 767-0103\nEmail: info@essexsteamtrain.com\n\n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/princess-academy-and-royal-tea-at-essex-steam-train/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride\, 1 Railroad Ave\, Essex\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sift Bake Shop Mystic
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