Seasonal & Holidays
Hello, Spring! 8 Things To Do Around Acton
From a brand partner: A fresh season brings new reasons to get outside and discover what our community has to offer.
Spring is here — and it’s the perfect time to get out, explore and reconnect with your community. Across Acton, seasonal events, outdoor spots and local favorites offer plenty of ways to enjoy the energy of a new season.
To help you get started, we’ve rounded up some great ways to make the most of spring around Acton. Before heading out, check with each location directly for current hours, availability and any ticketing or reservation details.
1. Idylwilde Farms
📍366 Central Street, Acton, MA 01720
Browse the aisles of Idylwilde Farms to discover homegrown produce, artisanal cheeses, and fresh gourmet treats. Pick up a seasonal bouquet or a famous deli sandwich to enjoy while wandering through the sunlit greenhouse and garden center.
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🔗 More info: idylwildefarm.com/
2. Acton Arboretum
📍 2 Taylor Rd., Acton, MA 01720
Visit the Acton Arboretum and enjoy 65 acres of varied landscapes. Walk along trails through the colorful Butterfly Garden and woodland paths filled with native wildflowers. As you go further, you’ll find quiet trails that pass old apple orchards, interesting glacial eskers, and calm open meadows.
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🔗 More info: actonarboretum.org/
3. Nathaniel Allen Recreation Area Park
📍 25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA 01720
Explore the 40-acre park to enjoy scenic trails. This community hub offers year-round recreation with family-friendly amenities including a playground, sports pavilion, concert amphitheater, and seasonal snack bar.
🔗 More info: acton-ma.gov/312/NARA-Park
4. Silver Unicorn Book Store
📍 12 Spruce St., Acton, MA 01720
Browse the curated shelves of The Silver Unicorn Bookstore, a 2025 award-winning independent shop that serves as a vibrant community hub for readers of all ages. Discover unique titles and support local Massachusetts writers through their dedicated Independent Author Program.
🔗 More info: silverunicornbooks.com
5. Bruce Freeman Trail
📍 179 Great Rd., Acton, MA 01720
Follow the historic path of the old New Haven Railroad on the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail, a scenic 20-mile paved route perfect for cycling or walking through several Massachusetts communities from Lowell to Sudbury.
🔗 More info: brucefreemanrailtrail.org
6. Drumlin Farm
📍 208 South Great Road, Lincoln, MA 01773
Head south from Acton to Drumlin Farm in Lincoln, where you’ll find a working farm and a native wildlife sanctuary in one place. Watch pigs and cows in the farmyard, then walk four miles of trails to look for owls, hawks, and foxes in their natural homes. If you hike up to the top of the drumlin, one of the highest spots around Boston, you can enjoy wide views that stretch all the way to Mount Wachusett on a clear day.
🔗 More info: massaudubon.org
7. Acton Bowladrome & Arcade
📍 257 Main St., Acton, MA 01720
Enjoy this family-run landmark with classic New England candlepin bowling and a massive arcade of over 50 games.
🔗 More info: actonbowl.com/
8. Discovery Museum
📍 177 Main Street (Route 27), Acton, MA 01720
Spark your child’s curiosity at the Discovery Museum, where kids can try hands-on STEAM exhibits and climb the big, accessible Discovery Woods treehouse any time of year. This spring, enjoy "Everyday Engineering" workshops, "Springtime Spray and Splatter" art, and sensory-friendly "Especially for Me" evenings for inclusive play.
🔗 More info: discoveryacton.org.
Here’s to getting outside, exploring local spots and making the most of the season around Acton!
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