# Event Details - **Event Name**: Family Day Out with CTrail - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am - **Event Description**: ? Next stop: Family Day Out! ? Bring your family, hop on the CTrail Hartford Line, and discover Hartford in a whole new way. Your $5 ticket includes a round-trip ride on the CTrail Hartford Line, free carousel rides, fun activities for kids, and plenty of time to explore downtown Hartford. The adventure begins the moment you step aboard the train. During the train ride, you will be joined by the Executive Director of the Bushnell Park Conservancy, who will ride with the group and help kick off the day's experience. A CTrail Hartford Line team member will also be on board to distribute event wrist bands, CTrail swag bags, and ensure everyone has everything they need for a fun and memorable trip. Check-In: If you are boarding in New Haven, we recommend arriving by 9:30 AM for check-in. If you are boarding in Wallingford, Meriden, or Berlin, simply have your Zeffy ticket confirmation ready. A CTrail staff member will provide your event wristband and materials onboard. Train Information Everyone will travel to Hartford aboard CTrail Hartford Line Train 6402. Board at any of the following stations: ● New Haven Union Station – 10:05 AM ● New Haven State Street Station – 10:08 AM ● Wallingford Station – 10:23 AM ● Meriden Station – 10:32 AM ● Berlin Station – 10:41 AM Arrival at Hartford Union Station: 10:56 AM Once You Arrive: After arriving at Hartford Union Station, the group will enjoy a short guided walk to Bushnell Park, led by the Bushnell Park Conservancy. There, you'll have the opportunity to: ● Enjoy FREE rides on the historic Bushnell Park Carousel ● Explore the park's beautiful landscape, champion trees, and open green spaces ● Visit the iconic Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Arch The rest of the day is yours to enjoy! Explore downtown Hartford at your own pace - visit museums, grab lunch, stroll the riverfront, or simply relax in one of Connecticut's most historic parks, all within easy walking distance of Hartford Union Station. Return Trip There is no set return time. Your event wristband is valid for travel on any CTrail Hartford Line train later that day, so you can head home whenever you're ready. Visit https://HartfordLine.com/fares-schedules to view the full schedule, station information, and departure times before you travel. Please note: Wristbands are valid on CTrail Hartford Line trains only and are not valid on Amtrak trains. Your $5 ticket includes: ? Round-trip travel on CTrail Hartford Line ? Free rides on the historic Bushnell Park Carousel ? Guided tour of Bushnell Park monuments and historic trees ? Kids' activity packs & CTrail swag Space is limited, so don't wait! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hartford/family-day-out-with-ctrail/200030528431933 - **Event Categories**: kids, trips-adventures, music, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 53 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Hartford - **state**: CT - **country**: United States - **location**: Hartford Union Station - **lat**: 41.768888888889 - **long**: -72.681666666667 - **full address**: Hartford Union Station, AmpUp, 1 Union Pl, Hartford, CT 06103, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Family Day Out with CTrail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/146f07d1c6a77dbd6c8b87e149ff8c36b1596b4e1948b9e3be52160780b8a635-rimg-w1080-h1350-dc080808-gmir?v=1786989034 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Family Day Out with CTrail being held? - **A:** Family Day Out with CTrail takes place on Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am at Hartford Union Station, AmpUp, 1 Union Pl, Hartford, CT 06103, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Family Day Out with CTrail? - **A:** Family Day Out with CTrail is organized by Bushnell Park Conservancy. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Family Day Out with CTrail is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Hartford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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