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    • Community Events
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      • Employment Opportunities
      • Counselor in Training
      • Submit a Program Proposal
    • Facility Rentals
      • Abbie Griffin Bandstand
      • Adult Community Center
      • Athletic Field Rentals
      • Function Hall @ Wasserman
      • Watson Park Pavillion
    • Recreation Programs
      • Adult Programs
      • Counselor-In-Training
      • Naticook Day Camp
      • SOLO Wilderness Medicine
      • Summer Stage
      • TREK Adventure Camp
      • Trips & Tours
      • School Vacation Week
      • Youth Programs
    • Parks & Open Spaces
      • ATV Park
      • Boating Access
      • Community Garden
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      • Merrimack Dog Park
      • Merrimack Outdoors
      • O'Gara Drive Skatepark
      • Parks & Athletic Fields
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      • Community Links
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      • Our Mission
      • Parks & Rec Committee
      • Registration FAQ's

(603) 882-1046

  • Home
  • Community Events
    • Murder Mystery Dinner
    • Summer Concert Series
    • 4th of July
    • Winter Carnival
  • Employment
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Counselor in Training
    • Submit a Program Proposal
  • Facility Rentals
    • Abbie Griffin Bandstand
    • Adult Community Center
    • Athletic Field Rentals
    • Function Hall @ Wasserman
    • Watson Park Pavillion
  • Recreation Programs
    • Adult Programs
    • Counselor-In-Training
    • Naticook Day Camp
    • SOLO Wilderness Medicine
    • Summer Stage
    • TREK Adventure Camp
    • Trips & Tours
    • School Vacation Week
    • Youth Programs
  • Parks & Open Spaces
    • ATV Park
    • Boating Access
    • Community Garden
    • Conservation Areas
    • Merrimack Dog Park
    • Merrimack Outdoors
    • O'Gara Drive Skatepark
    • Parks & Athletic Fields
  • About Us
    • Community Links
    • Contact Us
    • Our Mission
    • Parks & Rec Committee
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The Function Hall at Wasserman Park

Function Hall General Information

Looking  for a venue to host your next holiday gathering, reunion or birthday party?  Then consider the Function Hall at Wasserman Park. This recently updated building provides a comfortable atmosphere among 46 acres of  parkland and provides an affordable option for your next event. 


Rentals are available 7 days per week between 7:00 am – 11:00 pm. Due to the operations of our Summer Day Camp program (and lack of air conditioning in the building); we are unable to accept any rentals during the months of June, July or August each year.  Rentals are accepted on a first-come first-serve basis based upon  availability. The facility has WIFI  internet and tables & chairs are provided.
 

There are two main rooms in the building which are included with your rental. When you rent the facility you gain sole access to the building. Your group will be the only event in the building.  The Front Room measures 25 feet x 35 feet (875 square feet). The Main Hall measures 35 feet x 50 feet (1750 square feet)  with a high ceiling.  When you rent the facility it comes with  the use of tables & chairs. We have 92 folding chairs, 14 six foot rectangular folding tables & 25 eight foot rectangular folding  tables.

 

We have a commercial kitchen which features a Propane Convection Oven,  Commercial Stove, Refrigerator, and Microwave.  


The building now has a 75" Flat screen TV which can be used for presentations or to play a video. Usage must be requested in advance and provide your own Computer or D.


General Rules & Regulations:

Please note: The building DOES NOT have conditioning. 


  • Based upon the size of our facility, we are limited to a maximum of 100 people in the building at a time. Merrimack Parks & Recreation will setup the tables and chairs for the event in a pre-established configuration that you select at time of reservation. 
  • Requested rental times are based upon the time that you request. If you are planning for a 3 hour party, but need an hour to setup and an hour to breakdown then your request should be for 5 hours and you will be billed appropriately. 3 hours is the minimum rental period and each additional hour after 3 is prorated by the hour.
  • No smoking is allowed anywhere inside the building.  
  • No fog machines or pyrotechnics devices are allowed. If the fire alarm or the sprinkler system is set off, fines will be imposed upon the renter. 
  • Thumbtacks, push pins or similar hardware to hang decorations should not be used.  If tape is      used, it must be fully removed afterwards (we would recommend painters tape as it will not peel the paint on the walls).  
  • Hanging decorations from sprinkler system pipes are prohibited.
  • The Town of Merrimack and its employees are not responsible for any lost or stolen articles or for the safety of any property brought onto the premises. 
  • Any damages to Town property, even accidental damages are the responsibility of the individual or organization renting the facility.  Damages must be reported to the Parks & Recreation Department within 24 hours or the next  business day. In addition, all injuries or incidents including  vandalism or theft must be reported to the Parks & Recreation Department within 24 hours or the next business day.
  • Applicant is applying for the  use of the Function Hall building at Wasserman Park only; all other amenities at Wasserman Park are open to the general public and usage of those amenities cannot be restricted.  


SAMPLE SEATING ARRANGEMENTS (click on the link to view)
Banquet Style Seating without a head table - 96 pp max

Banquet Style Seating with head table, DJ and room for dancing - 80 pp max

Banquet Style Seating with head table - 74 pp max

Classroom Style Seating - 20 pp max

Theater Style Seating - Option A - 50 pp max

Theater Style Seating - Option B - 37 pp max

Boardroom Style Seating - 16 pp Max


COVID-19 INFORMATION:

• Anyone not feeling well or showing signs or symptoms of COVID-19, is asked not to attend the event.

• Merrimack Parks & Recreation will provide hand sanitizer and disposable masks for anyone that needs it.


Function Hall at Wasserman Park 

116 Naticook Road

Merrimack, NH 03054


Online reservations are now available up to 7 days before an event by clicking on the link below. If you do not have an account with us already, you will first need to create an account  with us to submit a rental request. Fewer than 7 days before a requested date or if you prefer not to create an account you will need to download and submit a paper application which is available here. 


For questions please call Merrimack Parks & Recreation at 603-882-1046

Complete An Online Rental Reservation Request

Fee Schedule & Insurance Requirements

RENTAL RATES:

Merrimack Resident/Business/Non-Profit Entity: $175.00 / 3 hour block of time

Non-Resident: $350.00 / 3 hour block of time


**Additional hours after the 3 hour minimum are prorated by the hour. 


OPTIONAL ADD ON OPTIONS: (Fee Applies)

Kitchen Use Fee: $50.00 

PA System &  Microphone: $25.00


RENTAL INSURANCE REQUIRED:

All  Function Hall rentals require a certificate of liability insurance  naming the Town of  Merrimack as additionally insured. The insurance  policy must provide  for general liability coverage with limits no less  than $1,000,000 per  occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, for person  injury, bodily injury  and property damage. Applicants may obtain this  policy from their own  insurance carrier or they can obtain a Event Rental Insurance using Venue ID Code: OB54 038 and clicking on the link to the right. 

The  typical cost of the renters insurance using our insurance carrier is  $75.00 for events with less than 100 people. The renter is responsible  for obtaining the insurance policy. If you are using our insurance  carrier; you will pay the insurance company the fee directly and they  will provide you with the certificate of insurance that you will need to  send to us. The insurance information is due no later than 1 week prior  to your event. 


Rules For Alcohol Consumption:
The Town of Merrimack does not carry it's own liquor liability insurance. However, alcohol is permitted inside the Function Hall under the follow conditions:

  • Applicant must hire a Caterer or Bartender to serve the alcohol.
  • Caterer/Bartender must also provide their certificate of liability insurance with limits of no less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate and which names the Town of Merrimack as additionally insured.
  • All alcohol must remain inside the Function Hall.
  • The Bartender/Caterer can be anyone who meets the above qualifications.  The Town of Merrimack does not endorse any particular vendor, but as a matter of convenience has developed a list of some local suggestions who are familiar with our facility.
     


For questions, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at:  603-882-1046

Gatherguard Facility Rental Insurance

Function Hall Rental Fee Schedule & Insurance Requirements

RENTAL RATES:

mmniMerrimack Resident/Business/Non-Profit Entity:  $175.00 / 3 hour mblock of time$175.00 / 3 hour mblock of time$175.00 / 3 hour mblock of time

Non-Resident: $350.00 / 3 hour block of time


OPTIONAL ADD ON OPTIONS:

Kitchen Use Fee: $50.00 

PA System &  Microphone: $25.00



RENTAL INSURANCE REQUIRED:

All Function Hall rentals require a certificate of liability insurance naming the Town of  Merrimack as additionally insured. The insurance policy must provide  for general liability coverage with limits no less than $1,000,000 per  occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, for person injury, bodily injury  and property damage. Applicants may obtain this policy from their own  insurance carrier or they can obtain a Event Rental Insurance using Venue ID Code: OB54 038 and clicking on the link to the right. 


The typical cost of the renters insurance using our insurance carrier is $75.00 for events with less than 100 people. The renter is responsible for obtaining the insurance policy. If you are using our insurance carrier; you will pay the insurance company the fee directly and they will provide you with the certificate of insurance that you will need to send to us. The insurance information is due no later than 1 week prior to your event. 

 

Rules For Alcohol Consumption:
The Town of Merrimack does not carry it's own liquor liability  insurance. However, alcohol is permitted inside the Function Hall under the follow conditions:

  • Applicant must hire a Caterer or Bartender to serve the alcohol.
  • Caterer/Bartender must also provide a certificate of liability insurance with limits of no less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate and which names the Town of Merrimack as additionally insured.
  • All alcohol must remain inside the Function Hall.
  • The  Bartender/Caterer can be anyone who meets the above qualifications. The Town of Merrimack does not endorse any particular vendor, but as a  matter of convenience has developed a list of some local suggestions who are familiar with our facility.
     




Gatherguard Rental Event Insurance Information

Downloads

Function Hall Rental Application (pdf)

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Caterer & Bartender List (pdf)

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Map to Function Hall (png)

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Banquet Style Seating with no head table (max 96 pp) (png)

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FH - Banquet With Head Table, DJ and dancing.vpd (png)

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Banquet Style Seating with no head table (max 74 pp) (png)

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Classroom Style Seating with Presenters Table (Max 20 pp) (png)

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Theater Style Seating - Option B (max 37 pp) (png)

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Theater Style Seating Option A (max 50 pp) (png)

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Boardroom Style Seating (max 16 pp) (png)

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