Saturday, May 4th
12:15 pm - 5:00 pm
$99.00 pp
1 Space remaining
Come join the Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department on Saturday, May 4th as we travel down to the Emerson Colonial Theater in Boston to see Clue: A New Comedy on stage as part of the Broadway In Boston Theater Series.
Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on the cult 1985 Paramount movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist.
The bus will depart from the Exit 8 Park & Ride which is located in 8 N Southwood Drive in Nashua at at 12:15 pm and will get us to the theater for 1:15 pm and the show begins at 2:00 pm. Trip returns home for 5:00 pm. Trip includes Balcony Level ticket to the show and luxury motor coach transportation.
This trip is open to both residents and non-residents so bring all your friends! Click here for a preview
Saturday, June 8
6:00 am - 11:30 pm
$78.00 pp
NEW YORK, NEW YORK, a city so nice they named it twice! Want to see New York but don’t want to drive and spend half the day looking for parking? At last, a chance for you to get away!
Here is your chance to go shopping, spend the day sightseeing, take in a show, or visit New York’s world class museums. From the latest fashion on Fifth and Madison Avenues to quaint antique shops in Greenwich Village, from the world’s largest department stores to discount and bargain shops, the Big Apple has it all!
Join the Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department on Saturday, June 8th. Trip departs from the Exit 8 Park & Ride at 6:00 am and we will arrive in New York City around 10:45 am where you will be dropped off at Rockefeller Center. You will have until 6:30 pm to explore the city on your own at your own pace. Trip will return to Merrimack at approximately 11:30 pm. Advanced registration is required and spaces are limited!
Trip is open to both residents & non-residents. Participants under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Sunday, June 23rd
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
$109.00 pp
Come join the Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department on Sunday, June 23rd as we travel down to the Citizens Bank Opera House in Boston to see Michael Jackson the the Musical on stage as part of the Broadway In Boston Theater Series.
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to you as MJ, the multi Tony Award®-winning new musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour, begins a tour of its own. Created by Tony Award-winning Director/Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status. MJ is startin’ somethin’ as it makes its way across the country.
The bus will depart from the Exit 8 Park & Ride which is located in 8 N Southwood Drive in Nashua at at 11:00 am and will get us to the theater for 12:00 pm and the show begins at 1:00 pm. Trip returns home for 4:45 pm. Trip includes balcony Level ticket to the show and luxury motor coach transportation.
This trip is open to both residents and non-residents so bring all your friends! All participants must be pre-registered and seats are limited!
Thursday, July 11th
9:30 am - 3:45 pm
$90.00 pp
Come join the Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department on Thursday, July 11th as we travel to Portland Maine for the Lighthouse Lovers cruise.
Participants will enjoy this narrated 60-minute scenic cruise through busy Casco Bay and its innermost islands to see lighthouses, forts, lobster boats, seals, and seabirds. As many as four lighthouses can be seen including a close up view of Portland Head Light, Maine’s oldest and most photographed lighthouse.
The bus will depart from Twin Bridge Park in Merrimack (485 Daniel Webster Highway). at 9:30 am and will arrive in Portland at 11:00 am. You will have an hour and a half on your own to explore the waterfront or grab a quick lunch before boarding the boat for the cruise. There will be lights snacks and a full bar available for purchase on the boat. Trip departs from Portland Maine at 2:00 pm and returns home at approximately 3:45 pm.
This trip is open to both residents and non-residents so bring all your friends! All participants must be pre-registered and seats are limited!
Saturday, August 24th, 2024
Bus Departs: 8:00 am
Fee: $90.00 per person
Join Merrimack Parks and Recreation as we visit the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, a people’s garden, a grassroots effort that began as a casual conversation between friends and evolved into the largest botanical garden in New England. Located on more than 300 acres along the Mid Coast, the Gardens is a true Maine experience.
Explore our more than 300 acres of gardens and natural spaces, from the Native Butterfly and Moth House to the Bibby and Harold Alfond Children’s Garden or Giles Rhododendron and Perennial Garden. See botanically-inspired art and photography to sculpture artfully settled into garden beds and on lawns, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens has an expansive and ever-changing collection of botanical art and related exhibits
Price includes luxury motorcoach transportation and admission to the Botanical Gardens. The bus does have a bathroom on it however due to the distance; there will be a stop at a rest area on the way up to Maine and again on the way home.
The bus will depart from Twin Bridge Park 487 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH 03054 at 8:00 am and will get us to the gardens for 11:30 am . Trip returns home for 8:00 pm
A Trip Information session will be held on September 10th, 2:30pm John O’Leary Adult Community Center, 4 Church Street, Merrimack, NH.
Register for the information session by calling 603-882-1046 or clicking on the link below and then request more information.
Merrimack Parks & Recreation has teamed up with Collette Vacations to over this special 9 day trip to Costa Rica in March / April 2025.
March 25th - April 5th, 2025 (9 Days, 14 Meals)
Double Occupancy - $2,999 pp
Single Occupancy - $3,699 pp
Triple Occupancy - $2,969 pp
Lush forests and stunning waterfalls… rumbling volcanoes and endless coastlines… Costa Rica is a paradise teeming with exotic plants and incredible animals. Enjoy the tranquil views of Arenal Volcano from your hotel. Explore part of the 20,000-acre nature preserve of Cano Negro on a riverboat adventure. Spend two nights in Monteverde’s lush cloud forest. Experience the forest canopy on your choice of a hanging bridges nature walk or an exhilarating zip lining tour. Luxuriate at a resort for two nights at Playa Carrillo, Guanacaste, known for its breathtaking beauty and fine sandy beaches. You will find a slice of paradise and so much more.
Thursday, September 12th, 2024
Bus Departs: 9:00 am
Fee: $43.00 per person
Come join the Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department on Thursday, September 12th and test your luck as as we travel down to the Encore Boston Harbor Casino in Massachusetts.
You don’t need to be an experienced game player to enjoy this trip. There is something for people of all skill levels. As part of registration fee, all participants will receive a $20.00 free slot play coupon.
The bus will depart from Twin Bridge Park in Merrimack (485 Daniel Webster Highway). at 9:00 am and will departs Casino at 2:30 pm to return at approximately 4:00 pm.
This trip is open to both residents and non-residents so bring all your friends! All participants must be pre-registered and seats are limited!