The Haunted Trolley: An Onboard Murder Mystery Theatrical Experience

EAST HAVEN, CT — Dubbed Connecticut’s "most unique Halloween experience," the 3rd annual Haunted Trolley returns to the Shore Line Trolley Museum in East Haven.

The Haunted Trolley began three years ago as a "curated high-concept event mixing storytelling, the paranormal, theater, and the ride itself." Now, it's now a "full-out on-board Murder Mystery Theatrical Experience," organizers said.

Starting Friday, The Haunted Trolley presents “FINAL STOP: MURDER ON THE RAILS,” an all-new exclusive Halloween-themed Murder Mystery experience very different from past presentations. Guests will take an unforgettable ride aboard an ancient trolley with hosts who will turn their evening into a journey they won’t soon forget. It’s a live whodunit that includes the interactive adventure plus the ride itself.

Limited to only 40 passengers per adventure, the event includes a pre-ride orientation and introduction to the plot followed by an immersive 30-minute show/program combining murder, thrills, theater, Halloween themes, and a heavy dose of comedy.

The organizers make it very clear that this is not an indoor or outdoor haunted attraction, and it is very different from prior productions. It is not a hayride, and it is not a trail in the woods. There are no zombies, no clowns, and no masked monsters. There are no chainsaws, loud music blaring, or teenaged actors jumping out or chasing you or screaming in your ears. And there's no waiting in line for hours. Expect fun + mystery + laughter + great ride!

FINAL STOP: MURDER ON THE RAILS runs a total of 11 nights:

Friday October 4 - 7PM 8PM 9PM & 10PM

Saturday October 5 - 7PM 8PM 9PM & 10PM

Friday October 11 - 7PM 8PM 9PM & 10PM

Saturday October 12 - 7PM 8PM 9PM & 10PM

Friday October 18 - 7PM 8PM 9PM & 10PM

Saturday October 19 - 7PM 8PM 9PM & 10PM

Sunday October 20 – 5PM 6PM 7PM 8PM

Friday October 25 - 7PM 8PM 9PM & 10PM

Saturday October 26 - 7PM 8PM 9PM & 10PM

Sunday October 27 – 5PM 6PM 7PM 8PM

Thursday (Halloween) October 31 - 5PM 6PM 7PM 8PM & 9PM

All ages are welcome, but under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The Sunday matinée rides and the ones Thursday Halloween night at 5pm and 6pm will be the most family-friendly and best suited for younger kids.

Admission is $29 per person (in advance only) with timed admissions every Friday and Saturday in October at 7pm 8pm 9pm and 10pm, plus the last Sundays in the month 5pm 6pm 7pm and 8pm (5pm and 6pm are designated as family/kid-friendly), and also one Thursday on Halloween night (with the earliest of rides designated as family/kid-friendly). There is also a limited number of $49 V.I.P. upgrade tickets which entitle guests to first boarding - choice of priority seating aboard the Trolley - plus a free souvenir logo shirt. Tickets are now on sale at: https://haunted-trolley-murder-mystery.ticketleap.com/2024/

THE HAUNTED TROLLEY’s “FINAL STOP: MURDER ON THE RAILS” is produced by Charles F. Rosenay and John Proto. It is directed by Kristin Huffman, who appeared in the Tony Award Winning revival of “Company” and is the Artistic Director of New Paradigm Theatre. Sponsored by East Haven’s Transilvania Restaurant and Bar and www.DracTours.com.

The Shore Line Trolley Museum is a non-profit organization. Located at 17 River Street in East Haven, CT, the Museum is recognized by the U.S. Department of the Interior as the oldest continuously operated suburban trolley line in the United States. The museum’s line and equipment are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

For further information, visit www.TheHauntedTrolley.com phone (203) 795-4737, or email hauntedtrolley@gmail.com.