Pumpkin Picking Fields Around Swampscott

SWAMPSCOTT, MA — Going to a pumpkin field to pick the best pumpkin isn't just about finding the perfect Halloween jack-o-lantern. It's a chance to head out with the family in a treasured autumn ritual full of enjoyable activities.

Many pumpkin patches offer complementary activities like hayrides, corn mazes and games for the kids. Picking your own pumpkin also is a good way to support the local farms that grow them.

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin patch 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 patches near Swampscott to visit in 2021:

• Berlin Orchards
  
• Connors Farm
• Cucurbit Farm
• Little Brook Florist & Garden Center
• Pakeen Farm
• The Pumpkin Farm