Upcoming Programs & Events

The Town of Merrimack, Parks & Recreation Department is  looking to hire some dynamic and energetic staff to work at Camp this summer.

Countless individuals fall in love with the camp experience each summer, and many make it part of their lives year after year. Campers remember their counselors for many summers and often return because of them. Positions are Mondays - Fridays and a guaranteed 40 hours per week. 

Saturday, March 28th

10:00 - 11:30 am

FREE

Wasserman Park 

Come and join the Town of Merrimack for the 34th Annual Easter Egg Hunt which returns to Wasserman Park on Saturday March 28th from 10:00 am - 11:30 am. For  this year's event, we have more than 8,000 Easter eggs ready to hand  out between our 5 different groups.

EASTER EGG HUNT TIMES
SPECIAL NEEDS 10:10 AM
AGES 1 - 3: 10:30 AM
AGES 4 - 5: 10:50 AM
AGES 6 - 7: 11:10 AM
AGES 8 -10: 11:30 AM 

Registration for 2026 Plots in the Merrimack 

Community Garden will open up on Wednesday, April 1st on a first come first serve basis.  

The  Merrimack Community Garden is located at 116 Naticook Road in Wasserman  Park and is managed by the Parks & Recreation Department. 

Interested participants can reserve up a maximum of 2 plots while spaces last. 

2026 Garden Fee Scheduled for a 10 ft x 10 ft square plot. 

• Merrimack Residents: $20.00 
• Non-Residents: $25.00 

Saturday April 11th

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

$30.00 per person

Join  Holt Ave Community Training Center at Merrimack Parks and Recreation  for this hands-on class that equips pet owners with the essential skills  to respond confidently in a pet emergency. Participants will learn how  to recognize signs of distress, perform basic CPR, handle choking  situations, manage wounds and injuries, and know when to seek veterinary  care. Designed for dog and cat owners, this two-hour session focuses on  practical, easy-to-follow techniques that can help save a pet’s life  before professional care is available. 

Sunday, April 26th
Time: 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
Fee: $125.00 pp
 

Join  Merrimack Parks and Recreation and step back in time to experience the  birthplace of the American Revolution as we travel by chartered bus to  historic Lexington, Massachusetts, in celebration of the 250th  Anniversary of independence. This two and a half hour fully guided tour  brings history to life as a professional guide shares the powerful  stories, people, and events that sparked the nation’s fight for  independence.
 

Following  the guided tour, relax and enjoy a reserved luncheon at the historic  Wayside Inn in Sudbury, one of the oldest operating inns in the United  States. Guests will enjoy a classic New England meal in a warm, colonial  setting that perfectly complements the day’s historical theme.
 

This  memorable day trip blends history, storytelling, and great food, an  ideal way to commemorate this milestone anniversary while enjoying a  comfortable and enriching group experience. 

Trip departs from the Exit 8 Park & Ride at 8:00 am

April 27th - May 1st

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Grades: K - 6

Fee:  $60.00 per day - 1st Child 

          $55.00 per day - Siblings

Come and join Merrimack Parks & Recreation and staff from the Naticook After School Program over the April School Vacation week with activities designed to keep your children busy and entertained all week long. 

Children will participate in a variety of sports, games, arts & crafts projects, nature exploration, outdoor activities and much more designed to burn off some energy. A daily hot lunch is included in the cost of your tuition.

Sign up by the day or for for the entire week. Extended Care is available from 4:00 - 5:00 pm for an additional fee of $10 per day.  

Boston Red Sox vs. Houston Astros Bus Trip
Sunday, May 3rd
Time: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fee: $115.00 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.
 

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 $115 per person and trip  fee includes deluxe  motorcoach transportation and a ticket to the game.  Tickets are in the  Infield Grandstand Section 22 (behind home plate) 

Trip departs from the Exit 8 Park & Ride at 11:00 am. Game time is  1:35 pm.  
 

* 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. 

Saturday May 9th

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

$45.00 per person

Join Holt Ave Community Training Center at Merrimack Parks and Recreation for this three to four-hour, instructor-led Heartsaver® CPR & AED course prepares participants to recognize and respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies in adults, children, and infants. Hands-on practice builds confidence in CPR, AED use, and choking relief. Ideal for workplace training, community members, and anyone who wants to be prepared to save a life. Certification provided upon successful completion. 

Saturday, June 6th

Time: 6:00 am - 11:30 pm

$88.00 per person

 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 6th.  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.