Upcoming Bus Trips
Passion to Travel then Escape with us!

The Parks & Recreation Department offers an array of bus trips in the winter, spring, summer and fall to many destinations throughout greater New England and beyond. 
All trips require payment in full at the time of registration. A complete name and address is required for all registrants. Registrations may be made in person or by mail at the Parks and Recreation office located at the Old Heminway Park School, 61 Echo Lake Road, Watertown, CT 06795. Checks are to be made payable to THE WATERTOWN PARKS & RECREATION. The Parks and Recreation Department will issue NO REFUNDS unless a trip is cancelled. If you have an emergency situation and cannot attend please call the Parks & Recreation Department as soon as possible.
All bus trips depart from and return to the Old Heminway Park School, 61 Echo Lake Road, Watertown, CT 06795. Seating on the motorcoach is not assigned, but is first come, first seated. Smoking is prohibited on the motorcoaches. No alcoholic beverages are allowed on the motorcoaches.
Note: In order for trips to be able to run they may be shared with other groups requiring one or more pick-ups enroute to the destination. For further information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (860)945-5246.

New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox
Sunday, July 1, 2018 - FULL
Grab your mitt and put on your favorite baseball cap as we spend the day at Yankee Stadium. We root, root, root for the home team as the Boston Red Sox invade Yankee Stadium. This trip includes deluxe motorcoach and a reserved ticket.
Depart: TBA
Game Time: TBA
Estimated Return: TBA
Cost: $140.00/pp
Program Code: 332222

BIG E WORLD TOUR
Wednesday, September 19, 2018
Guests enjoy free entertainment, major exhibits, the Big E Super Circus, the Avenue of States, Storrowtown Village, animals, rides, shopping and foods from all over the world!! This trip includes bus and fair admission.
Depart:  9:00 am
Depart back to Watertown: 8:30 pm
Cost: $35.00
Program Code:  331114

Christmas Festival
Saturday, November 3, 2018
IF CRAFT SHOWS ARE YOUR THING - THIS IS A DON’T MISS !!!!
The Christmas Festival at the Seaport World Trade Center in Boston is a blockbuster event. This award-winning show is the largest crafts festival in New England and features handcrafted gifts, holiday decorations, jewelry,clothing, pottery, folk art, delicious foods to buy and sample, and so much more! 300 American Craft Artists. Affordable Holiday Gifts Offering everything a holiday shopper could want under one magnificent
roof. Find an endless array of gorgeous home accessories, designer fashions, artisan jewelry, handcrafted holiday décor, and tempting gourmet specialty foods. Gingerbread House Competition Top Chefs create gingerbread masterpieces judged by a celebrity panel Time at Quincy Market following the festival
​Depart: 8:00 am
Cost: $77.00
Estimated Return: 6:00 pm

RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR
Sunday, November 18, 2018
America’s favorite holiday tradition! Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the world-famous Rockettes is back for its 89th year at Radio City Music Hall. Experience the magical line up of the Parade of Wooden Soldiers. Enjoy the wondrous 3D Journey with Santa and his sleigh through the skies of New York. Celebrate the miracle of the first Christmas with the living nativity scene. Dreams come to life with their unique take on the Nutcracker, complete with dancing Teddy Bears and Ice Skaters. Time before the 5:00pm performance for Lunch (On your Own) & Holiday Shopping
Depart:  9:30 am                              
Return:  9:30 pm
Cost:  $131.00
Program Code:  331204

Enjoy A Great Lobsterfest
Sunday, July 15, 2018 - FULL
This unique dinner theater is a favorite for locals & visitors since 1983. A great buffet featuring Boiled Lobster (1 per person), Shrimp Cocktail, Clam Chowder, wide variety of Salads, Hot & Cold Entrees, Desserts, Beverage. ALL FOOD IS PREPARED ON THE PREMISES & ENJOYED IN THE MAIN DINING ROOM. After dining, take your reserved seats in the theater. After the Play, return to the dining room for the Cabaret Show. Brandon and Sarah plan a quick, rendezvous at the Bird of Paradise Motel and discover getting what you want isn't always what you want! A meddling motel manager with issues, a roll-away cot, guilt and an inconvenient husband somehow combine for a happy ending.
Depart: 8:00 am
Cost: $114.00
Estimated Return: 7:30 pm

ONE WORLD OBSERVATORY; 9/11 MEMORIAL MUSEUM
Sunday, September 30, 2018
There are a million things to see in New York City, but only one way to truly see those all Start by ascending to the top of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere in less than sixty seconds at One World Observatory. Take in the iconic sights, surrounding waters and panoramic views of the skyline and beyond. Explore three levels filled with innovation and inspiration. The experience includes: Sky Pod Elevator Main Observatory, Sky Portal See Forever Theater, Lunch on your own at Brookfield Place, a brand new upscale food court in the heart of Lower Manhattan. The 9/11 Museum: The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum is the country's principal institution concerned with exploring the implications of the events of 9/11, documenting the impact of those events and exploring 9/11's continuing significance. Multimedia displays, artifacts and narratives commemorate the lives of each & every victim of both the 2001 & 1993 attacks. The Memorial: The Memorial’s twin reflecting pools sit within the footprints where the Twin Towers once stood. The names of every person who died in the terrorist attacks are inscribed in bronze around the pools.
Depart:  7:30 am                              
Return:  7:00 pm
Cost:  $112.00
Program Code: 231330

Cry Innocent Witch Trial
​Salem Halloween Festivities
Saturday, October 13, 2018
If you want to understand the Salem Witch Trials, you have to experience Cry Innocent. The year is 1692. Bridget Bishop has been accused of witchcraft and YOU are on the Puritan jury. Hear the historical testimonies, cross-examine the witnesses and decide the verdict. Is Bridget Bishop capable of witchcraft? Play your part in history… The action takes place at Salem’s historic Town Hall. Spend the rest of the day enjoying the street festivities in and around downtown Salem & Pickering Wharf.
Depart:  7:30 am
Cost:  $88.00
Estimated Return:  7:00 pm
Program Code:  131101

HOLIDAY SPARKLE IN THE BIG APPLE
Saturday, December 1, 2018
Join us for a wonderful day in Manhattan at Holiday time - The city never looks more beautiful than at Christmas time and our day is planned to enjoy many wonderful highlights! Begin the day at Bryant Park for holiday shopping with more than 125 boutique-like custom designed kiosks. Delicious lunch at Mont Blanc 52, a popular Austrian restaurant in New York City. Menu: Salad, Choice of: Chicken Marsala, Filet of Salmon with Capers, Lemon & Scallions, OR Cheese Ravioli, (Entrées served with Potato Pancakes & Vegetable except for pasta entrée), Apple Strudel a la mode & Coffee. Entrée choice in advance. Two hour fabulous Guided Riding Tour of Manhattan’s Holiday Lights with our New York City guide with stops along the way. We will see the tree at Rockefeller Center, 5th Avenue Windows, Lincoln Center, and more..
Depart:  9:00 am                              
Return:  8:30 pm
Cost:  $105.00
Program Code:  131428

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