Trips & Tours

Friday, November 6th
Time: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fee: $70.00 pp

Join Merrimack Parks and Recreation as we head to the Mohegan Sun Casino in CT to attend the New England Christmas Festival.

The New England Christmas Festival is an eagerly anticipated annual event that offers everything a holiday shopper could desire under one magnificent roof at the Mohegan Sun Earth Expo Center.  The Festival makes preparing for the holidays a breeze by bringing together 350+ Art, Craft & Specialty Food American Artisans from all over the country that come to display and sell their unique products, all made by hand.

There is something for everyone, and in all price ranges. The array of handmade products includes stunning jewelry, seasonal decorations, photography, distinctive home accessories, children's toys and clothes, pet specialties, gifts for the sports minded, specialty foods and much much more. These are items that will not be found on store shelves, but rather cater to those looking for "something more."

Trip departs from the Exit 8 Park & Ride in Nashua at 8:00 am arrives at the Casino by 10:00 am. Price includes luxury motorcoach transportation and a ticket to the New England Christmas Festival. Trip departs the Casino at 4:00 pm to return home by 6:00 pm.  Advanced registration is required and spaces are limited!

Want to head to the Casino but not attend the Christmas Festival. There is an option for transportation only to the Casino for a reduced fee. There are no casino bonuses being offered.  

Saturday, January 23, 2027
Time: 5:00 - 10:30 pm
Fee: $170.00 pp

Soak up the rich history, hear the echoes of the past and join the Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department as we travel to TD Garden in Boston to see the Boston Celtics take on the Charlotte Hornets

Traveling to Boston and paying to park in the City can be challenging and expensive. Let us handle the driving and so you can enjoy the game. Cost of the trip is $170 per person and trip fee includes deluxe motorcoach transportation and a ticket to the game.  Tickets are in Balcony Section 308.

Trip departs from the Exit 8 Park & Ride at 5:00 pm in order to get you to Boston in plenty of time for the 7:00 pm game time start. Tickets are limited and will sell out quickly.  

Merrimack Parks & Recreation has teamed up with Collette Vacations to offer this special 10 day trip to Sunny Portugal in May 2027.

Dates: May 2nd–11th, 2027
Double Occupancy - $4,299 pp
Single Occupancy - $5,199 pp

From the Portuguese capital, Lisbon, to the sunny cliffs of the Algarve and the Portuguese Riviera, venture along Portugal’s stunning shoreline. Encounter picturesque resort towns, winding cobblestone streets, oceanfront promenades, and quaint villages.

Merrimack Parks & Recreation has 20 seats held in reserve until November 3rd, 2026.