Best Malden-Area Pumpkin Patches 2020

MALDEN, MA — Not even pumpkin patches are escaping the coronavirus in 2020. The ongoing pandemic means many of the region’s pumpkin patches have had to adjust hours, regulations and activities as they head into fall.

Fortunately, the coronavirus has only changed — not completely closed — your favorite pumpkin patch and its offerings this fall. Below is a list of some of our favorite pumpkin patches near Malden.

Name: Brooksby Farms

Address: 54 Felton Street, Peabody, MA 01960

Season opening/closing dates: Farm store opened Sept. 8 with apple picking starting Sept. 12.

Attractions: Full farm store with a pick-your-own fruit option. Picking time this year is limited to 20 to 30 minutes with capacity restrictions. Cider donuts are available at the new Donut Hut outside opening Sept. 12.

Hours: Apple picking 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sundays. Farm store open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.

Phone: 978-531-7456

Website: https://brooksbyfarm.org/

Name: Verrill Farm

Address: 11 Wheeler Rd. Concord, MA 01742

Season opening/closing dates: Sept. 26 through the end of October

Attractions: There's a farm stand, and you can order ahead and have lunch ready. This is pick your own pumpkin. Saturday Oct. 3, they're hosting their annual Harvest Festival. Proceeds from the sale of pumpkins during the festival will be donated to the Pediatric Unit at Emerson Hospital in Concord. Pick out your pumpkin in the field among some fall decorations and props, great for the making of super family photos. Seat your family on the hay wagon, next to a scarecrow or rolling on a bale of hay.

Hours: Weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Pricing: $12 a pumpkin or three for $30

Phone: (978) 369-4494

Website: https://verrillfarm.com/farm/p...

Name: Pakeen Farm

Address: 109 Elm St., Canton, MA

Season opening/closing dates: Labor Day through the end of October

Attractions: In September and October, Pakeen Farm invites you to pick out your perfect pumpkin! Sip hot cider, breathe the fresh air, enjoy a great farm tradition with your family and don't forget the mini donuts.

Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Sunday

Phone: 781-828-0111

Website: https://www.pakeenfarm.com/home

More fall fun: 2020 Fall Foliage Peak Map: When Leaves Are Best In Massachusetts

If we missed your favorite pumpkin patch, be sure to share it with readers in the comments section.