Friday, April 26th
5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
$99.00 pp
Soak up the rich history, hear the echoes of the past and join the Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department as we travel to Fenway Park. "America's Most Beloved Ballpark" is a place where dreams are made, traditions are celebrated and baseball is forever. For the first time since 2017; watch the Boston Red Sox take on the Chicago Cubs in this early season matchup!
Traveling to Fenway Park on your own is not easy. Let us handle the transportation so you can enjoy the game. Cost of the trip is $99 per person and trip fee includes deluxe motorcoach transportation and a ticket to the game. Tickets are in the Infield Grandstand Section 30 (along the 3rd base line) Trip departs from the Exit 8 Park & Ride at 5:00 pm. Game time is 7:05 pm. Tickets are limited and will sell out quickly. Reserve your space today. Go Sox!
* The Boston Red Sox uses digital ticketing with the MLB app and you will need a smart phone so that we can transfer the tickets to you electronically before the game.
Merrimack Parks & Recreation has teamed up with Collette Vacations to over this special 8 day trip to Ireland in November 2024.
Nov 1st - Nov 9th, 2024 (8 Days, 9 Meals)
Double Occupancy - $2,999 pp
Single Occupancy - $3,499 pp
Triple Occupancy - $2,969 pp
Registration deadline is May 2, 2024
A Trip Information session was held on February 27th. For those who were not able to attend, here is the link to the recording.
Savor a true taste of "Irish Splendor." Explore the historical city of Dublin including a tour of medieval Christ Church Cathedral and its imposing crypt. Gaze upon the historic Rock of Cashel. Kiss the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle. Explore the spectacular Dingle Peninsula and drive the Slea Head road for majestic coastal views. Meet a local family and enjoy tea and scones at their farm. Stand in awe on the Cliffs of Moher. Spend the night in a stately castle and relax by a roaring peat fire. Sip on the “Water of Life” at a whiskey distillery. From Dublin’s charming Grafton Street to the breathtaking sights of County Kerry, gaze across the countryside and culture of Ireland.
Saturday, May 4th
12:15 pm - 5:00 pm
$99.00 pp
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!
Cirque Du Soleil - OVO
SNHU Arena, Manchester, NH
Sunday, August 11th, 2024
Showtime: 1:00 pm
Fee: $55.00 per person (No Transportation)
Events are back at SNHU Arena in Manchester and the Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department has been able to secure a limited number of discounted tickets to see Cirque Du Soleil's new show "OVO"
Cirque du Soleil is bringing its newly revisited high-energy and high-acrobatic production OVO. An exciting Cirque du Soleil experience,OVO is a colorful intrusion into a new day in the life of insects; a non-stop riot of energy and movement. Through show-stopping acrobatics highlighting the unique personalities and abilities of selected insect species, OVO explores the beauty of biodiversity in all its contrasts and vibrancy. For its relaunch in 2022, three new acts and new characters were incorporated to the joyful OVO colony to delight audiences of all ages.
Seats are in Section 224; Rows H, K & L. Seats are sold on a first come first serve basis and we do expect to sell out. For a preview of the show, view the official trailer at: Cirque Du Soleil - OVO
*By purchasing tickets from us; you avoid paying the Ticketmaster transaction fees which saves you approximately $25 per ticket. Price is for ticket only; transportation to SNHU Arena is not provided.
Sunday, 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
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
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.
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.