Today is Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Hop-on Hop-off Harbor Cruises are not running today.

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Full Moon Cruises Return as Strawberry Moon Rises with Summer Solstice

The summer solstice aligns with the Strawberry full moon this week! Join the park for a magical cruise to Ledge Light as the Full Moon rises over the Sound. Take in the sights and sounds of the Thames River while sipping on your beverage of choice! All cruises allow coolers and snacks aboard, so grab your crew and start your summer under the moon. 

Thursday, June 19th | 8PM-9PM

Friday, June 20th | 9PM-10PM

Adults: $30
Children (4-11): $23
3 and Under Ride FREE 

This boat tour departs from City Pier in New London and is a 60-minute excursion.

Day of Pricing increases by $5, book early to save!

Learn more about tour details & get your tickets today: https://bit.ly/44hZimb

1-Hour Harbor Cruises All Father’s Day Weekend Long

1-Hour Harbor Cruise from City Pier Returns for Father’s Day Weekend!

Saturday, June 15th & Sunday, June 16th | 11:20AM-5:20PM

Take in the sights and sounds of the New London and Groton coastlines while cruising aboard the park’s retired navy utility boats. The roundtrip will bring you down the Thames River & out to the mouth of the Long Island Sound. Perfect for all ages and a fantastic Father’s Day outing.

Cruises depart from City Pier New London*

20 minutes after the hour

11:20AM | 12:20PM | 1:20PM | 2:20PM | 3:20PM | 4:20PM

BOOK TICKETS TODAY

*Please note that this Harbor Cruise does not stop at Thames Landing in Groton or Fort Trumbull State Park*

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Celebrate CT Trails Day with the Park

CT Trails Day 2024 

Sponsored by Connecticut Forest & Park Association, and held on the first weekend of June every year, it is the largest celebration of trails in the nation. CT Trails Day brings folks together to get outside and appreciate all they can find in their own backyards. All events are free to the public and vary in degrees of difficulty. Join in on the fun with Thames River Heritage Park and other Heritage Sites!

#CTTrailsDay2024 #DiscovertheThames #VisitCT #ExploreNewLondon

 

May in the Park…Memorial Day Events, Maritime Lectures, Mother’s Day Tea Party, Live Performances, Music and more!

May in Thames River Heritage Park  

From Spring opening dates of Heritage Sites and First Thursday at Lyman Allyn Art Museum, Open Mic Night and Free First Thursday; to Mother’s Day Celebrations and Free Yoga, Elton John performer, Gallery Openings, Student Performances and Lectures….there’s so much to do during May in Thames River Heritage Park

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