Spacious, immaculate picnic grounds with large shaded tables by the water! Pack your own picnic lunch and refreshments, or visit their full-service snack bar. Video Game Arcade! Three 300' Waterslides! Unlimited Rides! Certified Lifeguards! Ample Free Parking! Lake swimming with sandy play areas for children. Plan your next company outing, family or "special" group outing at Breezy Picnic Grounds Waterslides; they will be happy to assist you with all the details. All-inclusive packages are available. Meal options, tent, sports, and more.
Tourist Attractions
Brookfields and Spencer, Member sites are located throughout the Brookfields & Spencer, MA 508-867-7475
Don't miss the more than 18 specialty shops and restaurants in the picturesque Brookfield area. Antiques, apple orchard, bed and breakfast, books, country furniture and gifts, garden decor, family entertainment, natural groceries, clocks, iron works, Christmas gifts and wonderful places to dine.
150 Royal Plaza Dr, Fitchburg, MA 01420 978-342-7100
CoCo Key Water Resort, located in Fitchburg, is a fantastic family-friendly getaway that brings incredible water park fun indoors year-round and is attached to a 245 room full service hotel! From thrilling waterslides to the lazy river, CoCo Key provides time-starved families with a close-to-home getaway. Want to relax and unwind while having a great time? Then splash on over to CoCo Key Water Resort where every day is bright, sunny, and 84 degrees!
145 Redstone Hill Rd, Sterling, MA 01564 978-422-6666
Davis Farmland is a seven generation family farm and is "home" to the largest sanctuary of endangered livestock in North America. Davis Farmland features developmentally appropriate play and learning for children ages 1-8. Children can enjoy pony rides, Safari Hayrides, or take part in daily and weekend events. This summer cool off in Adventure Play and Spray, New England's largest Water Spray-Ground. In the fall, visit the orchard and pick apples fresh from the trees! When visiting, adults must be accompanied by a child 12 years or younger. Hours and admission change with each season, please call ahead weather permitting. Across the street, Davis MEGA MAZE is the world's most complex cornfield adventure maze. This 3-D twister will turn you inside out, stir your senses and blow your mind. Three miles of winding pathways will put your navigational skills to the test. Once inside, you and your friends can explore the interactive fun areas. This maze features a new design and theme each year. It's the most fun you'll ever have getting lost. Please call ahead for opening date, hours, and admission rates, open weather permitting.
50 Foster St, Worcester, MA 01608 508-755-6800
The DCU Center is the largest regional convention center that will accommodate a 50 person gathering to a 15,000 person concert or event. This state-of-the-art facility, boasts over 100,310 sq ft of exhibit space and on site catering in a central Worcester location. All major New England cities are within a one-hour drive. The facility hosts conventions, concerts, sporting events, family shows, trade shows, meetings and banquets. The facility is owned by the City of Worcester, managed by SMG and is the proud home of its professional hockey team, the Worcester Sharks. The Sharks are the American Hockey League affiliated franchise of the San Jose Sharks.
158 Southbridge Street, Worcester, MA 01608 508-753-4362
Experience a true Worcester landmark at George's Coney Island. Serving hot dogs since 1918, George's is family owned and operated and has been acclaimed as Worcester's best for years. Enjoy the iconic restaurant and neon sign for yourself as well as the outstanding hot dogs. They also have a bar and can serve large groups. Closed Tuesdays.
296 Upton St., Grafton, MA 01519 508-839-2217
We are an indoor and outdoor Flea Market with hundreds of dealers. Come join the thousands of people that have taken advantage of the shopping bargains we have offered for over forty years. Located conveniently on route 140 in Grafton Mass. Visit http://www.graftonflea.com for more information or call 508-839-2217.
PO Box 385 - Route 20, Brimfield, MA 01010-0385 413-245-3436
J & J conducts the original antique and collectible show in Brimfield. A family tradition for over 50 years, the J & J show has been featured by many TV shows and major publications nationwide. Please join them in May, July and September for the hunt for treasures. Convenient parking is directly on the show field. Visit their website for annual dates and info. Plan now and enjoy the experience!
208 Charlton Road - (Rte 20) P.O. Box 223, Sturbridge, MA 01566 800-445-6653
Mole Hollow Candles has been producing exceptional quality hand crafted candles in USA since 1969. They are located 1 mile off of the Mass Pike/I-84 interchange in Sturbridge, MA. Visit their Factory Store which offers the full line of Mole Hollow products, gifts, candle accessories and factory seconds at a discount from our regular prices. Factory tours are available daily. Please call for information.
1 Old Sturbridge Village Rd, Sturbridge, MA 01566 800-733-1830
Old Sturbridge Village (OSV) is a "must-see" destination to experience early New England life from 1790-1840. One of the country's largest living history museums, OSV has a large staff of costumed interpreters, 59 antique buildings, three water-powered mills, and a working farm. Visitors can ride a stagecoach, view antiques, tour heirloom gardens, meet heritage breed farm animals, and enjoy hands-on-crafts. Open year round
Weddings: At Old Sturbridge Village, they’ve been planning your wedding for 175 years. Hold your ceremony in their 1830s Center Meetinghouse, with your wedding music played on the antique organ and the soft glow of candles in the chandelier. There is no shortage of picturesque backdrops for your photos, including the Salem Towne House Garden and the horse-drawn carriage. Continue with an on-site reception at Bullard Tavern or Oliver Wight Tavern featuring outstanding menus and service.
Learning Center: Step out of the classroom and into the 19th century. Old Sturbridge Village has many programs to engage students and make history meaningful. Tour their working 1830s community and participate in hands-on activities. Online teacher resources help connect your OSV experience to the curriculum. If you can’t visit them, they’ll come to you with History on the Road. Programs are also available for home school students and scouts.
2 Southwick St, Mendon, MA 01756 800-258-9182
Spend the day viewing the most diverse zoological collection, interactive exhibits, and endangered animals in naturalistic habitats at New England's Largest Zoo. Get up close and personal in the walk-thru deer forest, petting zoo, and parakeet landing.
Have a picnic under the shady canopy of New England Oaks, ride the Woodland Express Train, or enjoy an up lifting experience on the Safari sky ride. Kiddie rides, shows, gift shops, and great food venues abound throughout the park. Southwick's is a family fun filled day for all ages, and perfect venue for your special occasion, event, or corporate outing.
The Purple Peacock Gift Shop @ Southwick's Zoo features unusual gifts from around the world - see their listing under gift shops.
9 Main St, Sutton, MA 01590 508-476-3601
Vaillancourt Folk Art of Sutton is one of the America's last producers of Christmas collectibles. Visit their gallery, see the painters create the santas before your eyes. Enjoy the Christmas Museum and enjoy their production of the Christmas Carol featuring Charles Dicken's great great grandson, Gerald Dickens.
499 Mountain Rd, Princeton, MA 01541 978-464-2300
Wachusett Mountain offers an expanded base lodge featuring Mountain Suites, new easy-to-ride carpet lifts, a total of 22 trails, and nearly 110 acres of terrain for all abilities. Night skiing daily till 10 pm; 100% snowmaking; Mountainside Ski Shop; demo center; full-service restaurant; cafeteria; plus rental shop and ski/snowboard school. Off-season, Wachusett hosts fun fall festivals and is ideal for corporate and private outings. Ski and stay packages available at the Wachusett Village Inn. Conveniently located in Princeton, just 20 minutes from Worcester. Take I-190 North to Exit 5, follow Route 140 North to ski area.
55 Salisbury St, Worcester, MA 01609 508-799-4406
The Worcester Art Museum, which opened to the public in 1898, is world renowned for its 35,000+ piece collection of paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, photography, prints, drawings, and new media. Art celebrates life at the museum. Accessible to all, the works span 5,000 years of art and culture ranging from ancient Roman mosaics to colonial silver, Impressionist paintings, and contemporary art. Dedicated to the promotion of art and art education, the Museum also offers a year round studio art and appreciation program that enrolls over 6000 adult and youth students each year.
Specialty Shop: The Museum Shop at Worcester Art Museum offers a wide variety of merchandise inspired by art in the permanent collection and in museums worldwide. Find beautiful items to remember your visit or give as gifts. Browse the shelves where scores of just-right items will catch your eye. From note cards, framed and matted prints, silk scarves and ties, umbrellas, decorative boxes to an irresistible collection of tree ornaments, picture frames, glassware, pottery, purses, clocks, and art inspired jewelry and watches to complement any outfit. Our children's selection of gifts encourages learning, laughter and play. Baby toys, children's books, art-making kits, puzzles and games will please any child.
Cafe: Whether you're visiting the Museum's galleries or stopping in just for lunch, The Museum Café is sure to pleasantly surprise. Choose from a delectable selection of appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, entrées and desserts. Dine indoors or experience one of Worcester's few outdoor courtyard cafes. Reservations for parties of eight or more may be made by calling 508.799.4406 x3068.
Wedding Receptions and Ceremonies | Holiday Parties | Cocktail Receptions | Corporate and Team Building Events The Museum makes available, on a rental basis, the use of its unique architectural spaces and galleries. World-renowned for its collections which span more than fifty centuries, the Museum features must-see masterpieces spanning the globe from ancient mosaics to contemporary art. Experience a diverse world of art and ideas through antiquities, paintings, prints, photographs, sculptures and decorative arts. From concept to completion, our staff is highly experienced in every aspect of event planning, and will work with you to ensure your occasion is unique and truly memorable. What better site in which to host your special event!The Museum Café is also available for rental. Please call 508.799.4406 x3077 or e-mail specialevents [at] worcesterart [dot] org for more information.
