Pumpkin-Picking Patches Close To Arlington

ARLINGTON, MA — Fall in the Arlington area is often filled with fun family traditions: that first sip of hot apple cider, cool nights around a bonfire and the annual excursion to a nearby pumpkin patch or field to find the best pumpkin.

The perfect Halloween pumpkin is waiting. Plus, many pumpkin patches offer free hayrides, corn mazes and games for kids.

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin field is moderately safe, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Before you go, it’s best to call ahead to the field or check its website for guidelines and hours of operation.

Below are some of the top pumpkin farms near Arlington to visit in 2021:

• Hanson's Farm - Framingham, MA
• Pakeen Farm - Canton, MA
• The Pumpkin Farm - Medway, MA
• Sauchuk's Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch - Plympton, MA (opens Sept. 18)
• The Pickard Farm - Littleton, MA
• Smolak Farms - North Andover, MA