Popular Nashua Area Pumpkin Patches

NASHUA, NH — 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 favorite autumn tradition full of fun activities.

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

Visiting an outdoor pumpkin farm 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.

Here are some of the top pumpkin patches in the Nashua area to visit in 2021:

• Currier Orchards in Merrimack
• Lavoies Farm in Hollis
• McQuesten Farm Stand in Litchfield
• The Brookdale Fruit Farm in Hollis
• Charmingfare Farm in Candia