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Leisure Activities in Marlborough MA

The Marlborough region not only offers great business opportunities and advantages—our close proximity to the historic sites of Boston, Plymouth, Lexington, and Sturbridge, as well as beaches, museums, sports and recreational facilities, and many other area attractions, make the Marlborough area an ideal place to visit, do business, and live!

The Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce is located in the heart of downtown Marlborough at 11 Florence Street. Here's a list of some popular destinations and the approximate distance they are from our offices.

Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel and Trade Center, Marlborough, MA = 2.5 miles
Brimfield Antiques Show, Brimfield, MA = 44 miles
Fenway Park, Boston, MA = 26 miles
Gillette Stadium, Foxboro, MA = 35 miles
TPC Boston (PGA Tour), Norton, MA = 37 miles
New England Sports Center, Marlborough, MA = 3.5 miles
DCU Center, Worcester, MA = 18 miles
Plymouth Rock, Plymouth MA = 69 miles
Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge, MA = 38 miles
Lexington Common, Lexington, MA = 34 miles
Wachusett Mountain, Princeton, MA = 33 miles

Shopping

Convenience stores, department stores, jewelry stores, malls, and more.

All sorts of shops in and around Marlborough, MA

Arts & Culture

Arts Alliance
The Arts Alliance, created in 1990, works closely with the communities of Marlborough and Hudson to provide a variety of programs and services that enhance the quality of life, bringing people of all ages together to enjoy affordable, quality cultural and arts education activities.

Programs include:

The Community Arts Series, Focus on Kids!
Saturday Morning Discovery Series
Summer Drama Workshop, including musical theatre performances
River's Edge Community Band
Pro Musica Youth Chorus
Arts in the Park
Visual Arts
Summer Arts
Arts Afterschool
Band Lesson Program
Artists in the schools
and Many Special Events

The Arts Alliance publishes a bimonthly newsletter and arts calendar listing area cultural events, and supports the activities of other cultural organizations as well.

More than 16,000 people benefit from Arts Alliance programs and services each year. Members from 30 area communities, including individuals, families, artists, arts and cultural organizations, and businesses support this growing nonprofit agency. Corporate, foundation and government support are also vital in keeping programs accessible and affordable. Please call the office at 978-562-1646 for program, membership, sponsorship, and volunteer information. Visit the Arts Alliance website.

Marlborough Historical Society
The Marlborough Historical Society serves to preserve, protect, promote, and publicize the unique and rich history of this colonial town, industrial city and post-industrial high-tech and information center for current and future generations.

Their mission is accomplished through an active program of acquisition, preservation, education, publication and exhibitions, as well as collaborative efforts with other interested community agencies such as the Marlborough School Department.

Anyone interested in any aspect of Marlborough's history is most welcome to participate in any of their programs. Contact Info:

Marlborough Historical Society
377 Elm Street
Marlborough Massachusetts 01752
508-485-4763

Cultural Organizations

Arts Alliance
Metrowest Symphony Orchestra
Symphony Pro Musica Orchestra
Marlborough Community Chorus

Civic Groups

Marlborough Rotary
American Legion, 88 Maple Street, Marlborough MA
Italian American Veterans Post, 111 Neil St , Marlborough MA
Marlboro AMvets, Post 1980, 61-71 Mechanic Street, Marlborough MA
VFW Post 638, 1 Fitchburg Street, Marlborough MA
Kiwanis Club, Shrewsbury, MA

Ice Skating Rinks

New England Sports Center
121 Donald Lynch Boulevard
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 229-2700

Massage Therapy

Eden Place Center for Massage & Assoc. Therapies
277 Main Street @ Victoria Bldg
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 439-0164
www.eden-place.com

Elements Therapeutic Massage
197D Boston Post Rd West
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 485-3300
www.elementsmarlborough.com

Movie Theatres

Regal Cinemas Solomon Pond Mall 15 , Marlborough, MA
AMC Framingham 15, Framingham, MA
Regal Cinemas Westborough 12, Westborough, MA

Spas

Elizabeth Grady
197J Boston Post Road West
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 460-7774

Sports and Outdoor Recreation

New England Sports Center
In 1994, New England Sports Management opened one of North America's largest ice skating complexes in Marlborough! The New England Sports Center's five-surface facility attracts world-class competitors and local recreational skaters alike, and hosts two million visitors per year.
New England Sports Center

Assabet River Rail Trail

The Assabet River Rail Trail is for walkers, joggers, bicyclists of all ages. It extends approximately 11 miles.

Assabet River Rail Trail

Fitness Centers

KoKo Fit Club
234 Washington Street
Hudson, MA 01749
(617) 851-0502
www.hudson.kokofitclub.com

Wayside Racquet & Swim Club
80 Broadmeadow Road
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 481-1797
www.wayside.net

Golf

Private, Semi-Private, and Public Golf Courses

Martial Arts Studios

Certain Victory Martial Arts Academy
894 Boston Post Road East
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 251-9441
www.cvmartialarts.com

Cooper's New England Martial Arts
201 Boston Post Rd. WEST, Room G 600
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 303-3500
www.coopersmartialarts.org

Miniature Golf

Trombetta's Farm
655 Farm Rd
Marlborough, MA 01752
508-485-642
www.trombettasfarm.com

Working Out on the Road

Whether you travel for business or pleasure, sticking to your exercise plan on the road can be a challenge. Three important components to exercise success are:

Consistency - maintaining a regular habit of exercise is key to long term success
Quality - research has shown interval training is essential to lower body composition, and requires less time.
Adaptability - your ability to be creative and adapt to your surroundings will enable you to exercise anywhere.

Using the above as a guideline, here are some suggestions to get the most out your exercise plan while on the road.

Check with hotel staff, or go online to find local trails or parks to run or walk.
Hotel Fitness Center- what is available at your hotel. A bike, treadmill or elliptical trainer is great for intervals, and dumbbells can serve you well for strength work.
Local health clubs or gyms- ask the staff about local facilities. Many will have pools, large weight rooms and plenty of cardiovascular equipment.
Work with a trainer to create a plan- a good fitness professional will work with you to create a plan that will help you stay on track with you fitness goals whether you are away on a 2 week vacation, or are a frequent traveler.

With a little forethought and a bit of creativity, you can still be successful in accomplishing your health and fitness goals while making exercise an adventure.

By Tim Crowley, Fitness Director Wayside Racquet and Swim Club