Pick your Own Strawberries Near Boston

🍓 Pick-Your-Own Strawberries Near Boston

Last updated: June 2025

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🍓 Quick Strawberry Picking Guide

• North Shore
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• Central MA

NORTH SHORE

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Strawberry season in Massachusetts typically kicks off in early to mid-June and runs into early July. These vibrant red berries are some of the earliest local fruits available to pick, and there’s nothing quite like the taste of a sun-warmed berry straight from the vine.

One of our favorite summer activities is picking our own fruits and vegetables, and strawberry picking is always a seasonal favorite we never want to miss. It's a fun, hands-on way for kids to learn where food comes from — and enjoy some good old-fashioned fun.

We’ve rounded up 9 of the best strawberry-picking farms near Boston, many of which also feature petting zoos, cider donuts, and picnic spots. Be sure to call ahead or check each farm’s website before visiting, as crop conditions can change quickly.

These U-pick farms offer a great chance to get your hands dirty — and enjoy some delicious rewards. 🍓

Strawberry season is short and sweet, typically running just a few weeks from mid-June into early July. Don’t miss it!

Hanson's Farm - Framingham

Hanson's Farm is a 5th generation working farm only 25 miles outside of Boston. Strawberries are generally ripe and ready for picking in early to mid-June.  

Hanson's offers a wide variety Pick Your Own opportunities throughout the growing season. From strawberries to pumpkins, flowers to blackberries, there's almost always something to pick with your family! 

​photo credit: BostonCentral

Marini Farm -Ipswich

Take a sweet trip to Marini Farm in Ipswich and pick  containers full strawberries to take home and enjoy.  The farm usually opens for pick your own season in mid June for strawberries, so be sure to check the website or call for up to date field and picking conditions.

Visit the farm stand which is traditionally open from mid May/early June and features a full selection of vegetables, fruits and bakery items as well as other specialty foods. Additionally, the farm holds an amazing annual Strawberry Festival each year for the entire family to enjoy and celebrate the scrumptious fresh strawberry.

photo credit: BostonCentral

Parlee Farms - Tyngsboro

Create memories with the family with a trip to Parlee Farms to go strawberry picking.  The farm features five varieties of pick-your-own strawberries which are available for picking from mid-June through Mid -July, yet they also feature two later blooming treasures available for picking from mid- August through late September that you wont want to miss! Be sure to check the website or call for up to date field and picking conditions.

While you are there, visit the Bakery and Farm Stand which feature fresh fruit desserts and goodies as well as ice cream.  Add to the family adventures by visiting Annie's Animal Barn where you can feed and visit over 60 animals.

Russell Orchards - Ipswich

Enjoy some time picking your own strawberries at Russell Orchards in Ipswich.  This beloved family owned farm will make you feel like you are miles away from the city. Adorned with 120 acres of glorious fruit trees, strawberry fields, and animal farm, it is just the right atmosphere for a day out at the farm.  Picking time usually begins during mid - June. Be sure to check the website or call for up to date field and picking conditions.

photo credit: BostonCentral

Smolak Farms - North Andover

If you are looking for the freshest, juiciest and most perfect strawberries, then be sure to head over to Smolak Farms.  After you are done picking your own, delicious fresh strawberries, take the family over to the main farm location at 315 South Bradford Street in North Andover and spend time at the playground and with the farm animals.  

Sunshine Farm - Sherborn

Located in rural Sherborn, Sunshine Farm is the perfect location for picking prized strawberries.  They also have an amazing ice cream shop which provides its own fresh strawberry, peach, and raspberry ice cream toppings made from fruits grown on the premises. Picking time usually begins in Mid-June, so be sure to check the website or call for up to date field and picking conditions. 

Tougas Family Farm - Northboro

Come enjoy a day with the family at the Tougas Family Farm.  Pick your own strawberries, play on the playground, visit the barnyard for all ages and  view the farm action on a scenic hayride. The farm features a variety of fruits from June to November.  

Scrumptious, juicy strawberry season is only a few short weeks, so call the picking info line, (508) 393-6406, early in June so you don't miss it! Enjoy real strawberry slushies at the kitchen, along with strawberry shortcake and strawberry crisp. 

Verrill Farm - Concord

Locally owned farm stand featuring fresh produce, Verrill Farm features prepared foods, deli and baked goods.  Pick your strawberries in June and your own pumpkins in October. Hayrides, and seasonal festivals.   

The Verrill Farm Strawberry Festival is an annual tradition that includes entertainment, homemade strawberry shortcake, hayrides, and of course, strawberry picking!

Please buy your tickets online to reserve your space.  PYO Strawberry system, we release tickets 24-48 hours in advance to ensure the picking conditions are optimal. For up to date information please call our Strawberry Hotline at 978-245-6841.

Ward's Berry Farm - Sharon

Ward's Berry Farm is a wonderful family run farm that offers berry picking, 4H animals to visit, a big sand box with toys, and a farm stand that includes veggies, fruits, homemade pies, jams, etc., and also smoothies made to order. It's a really nice place to go with little ones.

Wilson Farm Strawberry Festival - Lexington

Join friends and family all weekend long to celebrate the beginning of summer at Wilson Farm's Annual Strawberry Festival!  Enter our Strawberry Shortcake Eating Contest that we will have every hour.

Bring your kids for our fun kid friendly activities like face painting, Petting Zoo, Mr. Balloon Wizard, and a scavenger hunt!   To celebrate all things strawberry be sure to take home our special limited edition Strawberry Donuts you can only get at this festival!

Want more berry fun? Many of these farms also offer blueberries and raspberries later in the summer.

Tips for Strawberry Picking:

• Call or check the farm’s social media for current picking conditions.
• Bring sunblock, hats, and a water bottle.
• Use shallow containers to avoid crushing your berries.
• Make it a day — many farms offer picnic areas, playgrounds, and treats!

Ready to get picking? Scroll back to the top or explore the full list above by region.

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Stacey Sao has been the Managing Director of the family-friendly events and activities website, BostonCentral for almost 20 years.  She continues to enjoy discovering and exploring new places to visit in the Greater Boston area.