ABBIE GRIFFIN PARK
About the Park
Abbie Griffin Park is in the town center portion of Merrimack, adjacent to Town Hall. Numerous concerts and festivities are held in this park each year. The bandstand is also a popular place for weddings.
The Bandstand at Abbie Griffin Park is a beautiful spot to host wedding or other outdoor events. To reserve the Park & Bandstand; interested parties must fill out the on reservation form and submit it to the Parks and Recreation Department for approval.
Abbie Griffin Park is available for reservations from 8:00 am until 8:00 pm each day (Subject to time of sunset).
We now offer the ability to submit requests to use Abbie Griffin Park online. There is no fee associated with renting the Park & Bandstand, however reservations are required to avoid overlapping events. Requests must be submitted at least 7 days in advance. You can either click on the link to the right to submit them online or you can download a paperwork reservation form here.
Rules & Regulations:
- No glass containers or alcoholic beverages allowed.
- Firearms are prohibited.
- All animals must be leased or caged while in the Park.
- Nails and/or tacks are prohibited inside the bandstand. Any decorations must be tied off and then fully removed at the end of the event.
- Additional tents may not be setup inside the Park to prevent damage to the sprinkler system.
- We do not allow bouncy houses to be set up in Abbie Griffin Park.
- Candles are not allowed inside the bandstand.
- There are no bathroom facilities located at this park. Groups wishing to have bathroom for their event are responsible for renting their own porta potties and having them removed at the conclusion of the event.
- At the the end of the event, renter is responsibility for cleaning up the park and returning it to the condition it was in prior to your arrival.
- Large scale events may be required, at your expense, to arrange for a police presence at your event. You will be notified of this requirement prior to the permit being issued.
Address
6 Baboosic Lake Rd
Merrimack, NH 03054
Park Hours: All parks in town open half hour before sunrise and close half hour after sunset.
No use is allowed outside of these hours unless a special permit is granted by the Parks & Recreation Department.
Gazebo Reservations:
If you choose to submit your request online, the reservation system (Rec Desk) will require you to create an account if you don't already have one. This is the same system that we use for program registrations and so if you have participated in any program with us; you will have an account established already.
For Questions call us at 603-882-1046
New Hampshire Angel of Hope Monument
The New Hampshire Angel of Hope Monument
The Angel of Hope Monument was installed at Abbie Griffin Park in September 2021 and is a tranquil place to remember, honor, and never forget the little ones who have gone too soon through pregnancy or infant loss. This monument is organized by the NH Chapter of the Tears Foundation and the Town of Merrimack has provided them space within the Park.
The Angel will be holding a baby and a poem of hope is etched in the granite next to the Angel. Two butterfly monuments will be placed on the sides of the Angel of Hope and include the names of babies who are loved and remembered. Benches have been placed so families can have a place to sit and reflect. Whether your child died due to miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death, may you find healing and peace with a public memorial to honor your child.
For questions about the Memorial, please contact the NH Chapter of the Tears Foundation:
New Hampshire Chapter Leaders
Kim Badessa:
Darcie Champagne:
