Manchester Transit Authority

Just 2 days away! Take the bus to Hampton Beach this Saturday, June 20, 2026. Buses depart Veterans Memorial Park on Elm St at 8:00am and 10:30am to the beach, returning at 2:00pm and 4:30pm. Just $5 round trip! Buy tickets when boarding 🚎 ☀️ 🏖️

26th Annual Hampton Beach Master Sand Sculpting Classic – Hampton Beach The fun starts when 200 tons of imported sand is dropped on Hampton Beach and the “Grady Bunch” starts pounding up the sponsor site. The entire area is illuminated for night viewing through June 28, 2026. Watch Greg Grady and “The Grady Bunch” build a mammoth Sand Demo Site. View all entries...

MTA will be operating as normal tomorrow June 19, 2026. See you on the bus! 🚎

SAVE THE DATE! Monday June 22nd join us for the official launch of the NEW Bus Pilot Route 42! This has been made possible by the support of the community as well as the support of the City of Manchester NH Health Department and the Manchester Transit Authority! Additional information is on the flyer.

Hopefully we see you there!

It’s almost time. June 22 marks the commencement of MTA’s Route 42 Northside Plaza/Livingston Park. The route travels north on Maple St from Price Rite on Valley St to Livingston Park and Northside Plaza. The bus will then travel south on Beech St to the Elliot Health Center back to Price Rite. All MTA buses are ADA accessible and this service will operate hourly from 7:15am until after 4:00pm daily, including Saturdays.

This pilot program was developed through the Age-Friendly Manchester Initiative, led by the City of Manchester NH Health Department, to improve mobility, independence, and access to essential destinations for older adults and residents throughout our community.

For the schedule, go to: https://mtabus.org/north-side-plaza/

Did you know that 87% of older adults are interested in aging in place, aging in community. MTA provides transportation in 6 communities outside of Manchester.

Transportation exists all around NH, see Keep NH Moving for transportation services throughout NH.

Home - Keep NH Moving New Hampshire envisions an integrated system of safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation options that allow residents to maintain independence and participate in work and community life no matter their age or ability.

On Thursday June 4, 2026 after 2:05pm, our main transfer hub at Veterans Park and DoubleTree Hotel will be moved to the SNHU Arena:
All local routes 1-12 & the 41 will arrive and depart from the Lake Ave side of SNHU Arena.
All Express routes 21-23 will arrive and depart from the Chestnut St side of SNHU Arena.
*Please expect delays on all routes and thank you for riding MTA!

Thank you to Mayor Ruais and transit supporters in Manchester. MTA passengers express their appreciation for maintaining affordable, reliable, and safe transportation, that they rely on. Passengers rely on MTA service to travel to work, shopping, and medical appointments. MTA’s 2:30 Valley St bus is fully packed with students returning home from Memorial High School, today and everyday. Keep Manchester moving 🚎

Please remember that today only, our downtown hub will shift to Lake Ave and Chestnut St next to the SNHU arena after 10:05am. Elm St will be closed for the Taco Tour.

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Are we ready for TACO TOUR?

The weather is looking perfect and here is some of the information you need.

Taco Tour Manchester, an event by the Greater Manchester Chamber, presented by Dartmouth Health, Delta Dental, and the New Hampshire Fisher Cats, will return to Downtown Manchester, NH on Thursday, May 28, 2026, from 4 - 8 p.m. EST.

With more than 20,000 attendees and 100+ food and beverage participants throughout downtown Manchester, Taco Tour covers a large footprint across the city. This year, attendees will have access to a new interactive map designed to help them navigate the event more easily.

Taco Tour Manchester 2026 includes a new interactive map that allows attendees to browse participating restaurants and vendors, filter by dietary restrictions, desserts, beverages, and more, and plan their route. The mobile-friendly map is designed to help attendees navigate the event and identify the stops that best fit their preferences.

For those who love the tradition of a printed map, don't worry - the classic Taco Tour printed map is available at the Greater Manchester Chamber - NH office at 54 Hanover Street

The interactive experience is an addition, not a replacement, built for the growing community of attendees who want to plan and move through the tour with intention.

Visit tacotourmanchester.com/map to explore the maps and start planning your route today. Attendees can also text Taco2026 to 65513 to receive event updates and a link to the new interactive map.

The evening kicks off at 3:30 p.m. with the all-new Taco Tour Manchester Inaugural Taco Ceremony at Veterans Park - open to the public for the first time in event history. What was once a small, exclusive gathering for media and press is coming to the community in 2026, complete with entertainment and free giveaways.

This year's Grand Marshal will be drawn live at the ceremony - one lucky community member will take the stage and eat the inaugural taco to officially open the tour.

*** You must be present at Veterans Park for the Inaugural Taco Ceremony at 3:30 p.m. to win.

Two community members will win and choose a guest to join their adventure. Enter at tacotourmanchester.com before Tuesday, May 26th at 8 pm for your chance to skip the lines, have your tacos paid for, and experience Taco Tour Manchester in style.

Taco Tour Manchester 2026 also features two stages of live music with performances throughout the night, sponsor booths, fun giveaways, a family zone, and a brand new sensory-friendly area where attendees can step away from the crowd and recharge.

Volunteers are needed to assist with line management and attendee experience - individuals and groups interested in volunteering should email [email protected].

Greater Manchester Chamber - NH
City of Manchester, NH Economic Development
Manchester, NH Mayor's Office