The best things to do in Lowell

“Casual family-owned golf driving range (with mat tees and a bunker) that also serves ice cream.”

“This park, part of the Emerald Necklace of green spaces, includes a zoo, golf course & arboretum.”

“Skyscraper observation deck on floors 50-52 of the Prudential Center, featuring panoramic city views.”

“Clean, spacious venue with a tiered balcony for concerts and events, featuring multiple bars.”

“Historic, small-capacity ballpark, home of the Red Sox & occasional big-name concert venue.”

“New England golf club featuring 18 holes, elegant ballrooms and a garden.”

“Golf course featuring a driving range plus a clubhouse with a restaurant and bar.”

“Step into The Butterfly Place this week for a mood-lifting stroll through a warm indoor garden where hundreds of New England and tropical butterflies float by as koi glide below and quail wander nearby. the staff’s show and tell bench and hatching kits make it feel like science class, but fun.”

From the Leominster newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Kimball Farm Miniature Golf serves up classic putt-around fun with that summer-in-New-England vibe, then lets you cap the round with their homemade ice cream and, if you’re still feeling competitive, bumper boats and batting cages. Zero overthinking, just an easy outing when the week gets loud.”

From the Nashua newsletter, August 6, 2026

“WNDR Museum turns Downtown Crossing into your creative playground, with 20 immersive, interactive installations that beg you to poke, stomp, and selfie. Bring the kids or your inner child, then decompress in the WNDR Lounge with light bites, drinks, and local craft beers, and consider your week officially leveled up.”

From the Boston newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Boarding House Park turns summer nights into easygoing concerts under the stars, a long-running nonprofit series bringing world-class artists to a tree-lined stage in Lowell National Historical Park.”

From the Haverhill newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Private country club offering a golf course, restaurants, event facilities, and live entertainment.”

“This 5,000-seat, red-brick stadium on the river hosts both collegiate & minor league baseball games.”

“Park with a dog area, skate park, murals, bike paths, and event space under an overpass.”

“Membership is required to use this golf course with a rental hall for events.”

“Members-only golf club featuring a bar.”

“Family-oriented indoor amusement park with bowling, arcade games & rides such as a roller coaster.”

“Golf driving range with grass tees, a putting green, and a chipping area, plus clubs for sale.”

“Modern mini-golf course featuring tech-driven obstacles and live entertainment.”

“Giant screen movie theater at the New England Aquarium showing ocean-related 3-D movies.”

“Elegant country club with a golf course, a dining area and tennis courts.”

“Public 18-hole golf course offering a pro shop, practice greens, and lessons, plus tennis courts.”

“Interactive museum for exploring what life was like in a 19th-century New England cotton mill town.”

“Family-fun spot with a driving range, mini-golf course with a giant waterfall & bumper boats.”

“Modern multiscreen cinema with digital projection and sound equipment, plus a custom party service.”