Saturday, August 24th, 2024
Bus Departs: 8:00 am
Fee: $90.00 per person
SOLD OUT
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.
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!
Monday, September 23rd, 2024
Bus Departs: 11:30 am
Fee: $110.00 per person
TRIP SOLD OUT
Come join the Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department on Friday, September 23rd as we travel to Meredith NH for a foliage Turkey Dinner Train.
Enjoy a complete turkey dinner catered by Hart’s Turkey Farm! Your round-trip excursion departs Meredith Station and travels south along the western shore of Lake Winnipesaukee though Weirs Beach and Paugus Bay towards Lakeport, NH and back along the very same route.
While you’re aboard the train you’ll enjoy panoramic views of New Hampshire’s largest lake, while sneaking a peek at some of the many beautiful lakeside vacation homes we’ll pass along the way. Your meal includes freshly carved roast turkey, stuffing, whipped potato, butternut squash, gravy, rolls & butter and warm apple crisp for dessert!
Sunday, November 10th
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fee: $62.00 per person
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. Note - there are no casino bonuses being offered.
Saturday, December 7th
6:00 am - 11:30 pm
$85.00 pp
Trip sells out quickly
Enjoy the magic wonder and allure of New York City at Christmas time on this fantastic one day trip to the Big Apple. We'll depart early this morning from the Exit 8 Park & Ride in Nashua to make our way to downtown Manhattan. The streets and shops of New York are full of energy and holiday shoppers. We'll drop you off in the Rockefeller Plaza area of mid-town Manhattan. Once here you may want to explore at your own pace sights such as St. Patrick's Cathedral, Times Square, Top of the Rock, NBC Studio Tour, or others. You may decide to take in the great shopping on Madison or 5th Avenue! You'll have plenty of time to see the Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Plaza, and stroll out in front of Sak's 5th Avenue. You may even want to take in a matinee show of the Radio City Rockettes! We'll depart NYC at 6:30 pm from the city to get us back home just a back home around 11:30 pm with great memories of the Big Apple at Christmas!
Trip departs from the Exit 8 Park & Ride in Nashua at 6:00 am. We will arrive in NYC around 11:00 am and then the day is yours to do as you choose. We will be departing NYC at 6:30 pm and returning home at approximately 11:30 pm. Advanced registration is required and spaces are limited. Payment in full is required at time of registration
Trip is open to both residents & non-residents. Participants under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Saturday, December 21st
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
$99.00 pp
Join Merrimack Parks and Recreation as we go to Boston to see the fun for all ages story of How the Grinch Stole Christmas the Musical!.
Discover the magic of Dr. Seuss' classic holiday tale HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL as it comes to life on stage. Featuring the hit songs “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas,” The Grinch discovers there’s more to Christmas than he bargained for in this heart-warming holiday classic. Max the Dog narrates as the mean and scheming Grinch, whose heart is “two sizes too small,” decides to steal Christmas away from the holiday-loving Whos. Celebrate the holidays with the show The New York Times calls "100 times better than any bedtime story!"
Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical is approximately 85 minutes with no intermission.
Price includes luxury motorcoach transportation and your ticket to the show The bus does have a bathroom on it
The bus will depart from Trip departs from the Exit 8 Park & Ride in Nashua at 2:00 pm and will get us to the Wang Theater for 3:15 pm . Trip returns home by 7:00 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.