The Warner Theatre, Naugatuck Railroad, and Fascia’s Chocolates present a special event for the whole family surrounding the iconic film, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory! The WONKA EXPRESS will feature a chocolate-making workshop at Fascia’s Chocolates, dinner on the train ride into downtown Torrington, and a film screening of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory in the Warner’s Nancy Marie Studio Theatre.

Popcorn will be available for purchase at the Warner from the Nutmeg Fudge Co. Passengers will receive a commemorative chocolate bar, four of which will contain a GOLDEN TICKET good for a special chocolatier experience at a later date!

SCHEDULE:

• 2:00 pm – The Wonka Express departs Thomaston Station.

• 2:30 pm – The first stop is Fascia’s Chocolates in Waterbury! Patrons can try their hand at making their own chocolate with expert chocolatiers.

• 3:30 pm – The train departs from Fascia’s Chocolates and makes its way to downtown Torrington! Patrons will be treated to Pete and Chris Amusement making balloon animals onboard.

• 4:30 pm – The train arrives at downtown Torrington stop, and patrons will take a stroll to SALT 2.0 for Dinner.

• 5:30 pm – Golden Ticket reveal and Screening of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

• 7:30 pm – Train Departs Torrington for Thomaston

• 8:15 pm – Arrival back at Thomaston Station