Guide to Dog-Friendly Fall Events Across New England

During the fall we know that it can be tricky to spend a whole day at a harvest fair or pumpkin festival when you have a furry friend at home. We can relate--we're pet people too!
Why not enjoy some fall fun with your pooch?

We've drawn up a list of top New England fall events and festivals that welcome your leashed pup to come along.

We promise we're not being species-ist but most of the social pet events are geared for your sweet doggies

Remember to check out our list of dog-friendly apple orchards and farms in New England as well as the etiquette tips for bringing your pup along.


Friday, August 12th, 2016
Monthly Twilight Hike at Sholan Farms
Leominster, MA
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Sunday, August 14th, 2016
Hounds and Sounds Music Fest
Uxbridge, MA
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Saturday, August 27th, 2016
Paws for a Cause at LL Bean Discovery Park
Freeport, ME
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Dog Mountain, St. Johnsbury, VT

Sunday, August 28th, 2016
Dog Days at the Maple Street Pool
Essex Junction, VT
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Saturday, September 3rd, 2016
Bow Wow Bark in the Park
Bristol, CT
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Friday, September 9th, 2016
Monthly Twilight Hike at Sholan Farms
Leominster, MA
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Saturday & Sunday, September 10-11th, 2016
Doggy Maze Daze at Marini Farm Corn Maze
Ipswich, MA
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Saturday, September 10th, 2016
Greyhouse Reunion and Walk-a-thon
Uxbridge, MA
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Sunday, September 11th, 2016
Pet Rock Festival and Fundraiser
Leicester, MA
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Walk for Greyhounds and Chili Cook-off
to support Fast Friends Greyhound
Walpole, NH
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Somerville Dog Festival
Somerville, MA
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Saturday, September 17th, 2016
MSPCA-Angell Walk for Animals
 Hyannis, MA
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Saturday & Sunday, September TBA 2016
Dog Walkers Weekend at Mike's Maze
Sunderland, MA
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Dog Mountain, St. Johnsbury, VT

Sunday, September 18th, 2016
Boxer Bash
Hopkinton, MA
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Annual Melrose Dog Festival
Melrose, MA
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Saturday, September 24th, 2016

B.O.N.E.S. Annual Beagle Bash and Spa Day

Auburn, MA

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Woofstock Dog Festival
Hudson, MA
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Saturday & Sunday, October  1st-2nd, 2016
Pet Weekend at the CT Renaissance Faire
Norwich, CT
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Saturday, October 8th, 2016
Fall Dog Party at Dog Mountain
St. Johnsbury, VT
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Saturday & Sunday, October 8-9th, 2016
Harpoon Brewery OctoberFest
Windsor, VT
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Friday, October 14th, 2016
Monthly Twilight Hike at Sholan Farms
Leominster, MA
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Dog Mountain, St. Johnsbury, VT

Saturday, October 15th, 2016
Mansfield Pup Crawl
Storrs, CT
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Sunday, October 16th, 2016
Baypath Humane Paws and Claws 5K
Hopkinton, MA
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Saturday, October 22nd, 2016
Horses Helping Horses Fall Beach Ride
Ipswich, MA
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Sunday, November TBA 2016
Dog Walkers Weekend at Mike's Maze
Sunderland, MA
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Saturday and Sunday, November 5th & 6th, 2016
Dog Days Weekend at Old Sturbridge Village
Sturbridge, MA
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Guide to Dog-Friendly Fall Events Across New England

During the fall we know that it can be tricky to spend a whole day at a harvest fair or pumpkin festival when you have a furry friend at home. We can relate--we're pet people too!
Why not enjoy some fall fun with your pooch?

We've drawn up a list of top New England fall events and festivals that welcome your leashed pup to come along.

We promise we're not being species-ist but most of the social pet events are geared for your sweet doggies

Remember to check out our list of dog-friendly apple orchards and farms in New England as well as the etiquette tips for bringing your pup along.

Dog Mountain, St. Johnsbury, VT

Friday, August 12th, 2016
Monthly Twilight Hike at Sholan Farms
Leominster, MA
Click for details

Saturday, August 27th, 2016
Paws for a Cause at LL Bean Discovery Park
Freeport, ME
Click for details

Sunday, August 28th, 2016
Dog Days at the Maple Street Pool
Essex Junction, VT
Click for details

Saturday, September 3rd, 2016
Bow Wow Bark in the Park
Bristol, CT
Click for details

Friday, September 9th, 2016
Monthly Twilight Hike at Sholan Farms
Leominster, MA
Click for details

Dog Mountain, St. Johnsbury, VT

Saturday & Sunday, September 10th-11th, 
Doggy Maze Daze at Marini Farm Corn Maze
Ipswich, MA
Click for details

Sunday, September 11th, 2016
Pet Rock Festival and Fundraiser
Leicester, MA
Click for details

Walk for Greyhounds and Chili Cook-off
to support Fast Friends Greyhound Adoption
Walpole, NH
Click for details

Somerville Dog Festival
Somerville, MA
Click for details

Saturday, September 17th, 2016
MSPCA-Angell Walk for Animals
 Hyannis, MA
Click for details

Saturday & Sunday, September TBA 2016

Dog Mountain, St. Johnsbury, VT

Dog Walkers Weekend at Mike's Maze
Sunderland, MA
Click for details

Sunday, September 18th, 2016
Boxer Bash
Hopkinton, MA
Click for details

Saturday, September 24th, 2016

B.O.N.E.S. Annual Beagle Bash and Spa Day

Auburn, MA

Click for details

Woofstock Dog Festival
Hudson, MA
Click for details

Saturday & Sunday, October  1st & 2nd 2016
Pet Weekend at the CT Renaissance Faire
Norwich, CT
Click for details

Saturday, October 8th, 2016
Fall Dog Party at Dog Mountain
St. Johnsbury, VT
Click for details

Saturday & Sunday, October 8th & 9th, 2016
Harpoon Brewery OctoberFest
Windsor, VT
Click for details

Friday, October 14th, 2016
Monthly Twilight Hike at Sholan Farms
Leominster, MA
Click for details

Saturday, October 15th, 2016
Mansfield Pup Crawl
Storrs, CT
Click for details

Sunday, October 16th, 2016
Baypath Humane Paws and Claws 5K
Hopkinton, MA
Click for details




Saturday, October 22nd, 2016
Horses Helping Horses Fall Beach Ride
Ipswich, MA
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Your Guide to Pet-Friendly Apple Orchards and Corn Mazes in New England

Calling all pet lovers! Are you looking to share your favorite fall traditions with your furry pal?

It isn't always easy to find New England Farms that are pet-friendly in their orchards and mazes so New England Fall Events has done the work to create a guide for the farms where your dog will be welcomed.

A few things to know—most orchards and corn mazes are not able to accommodate dogs so you should start with the assumption that most will not (which is why our pet-friendly guide will be precious to you!).

Dogs are welcome in the orchard at Drew Farm, Westford, MA

Some places are dedicated to the dogs...well, at least one is. If you can, swing through Vermont this Columbus Day weekend for the annual special Fall Dog Party at Dog Mountain in October you and your pup will be treated to a truly one-of-a-kind place.

There are a variety of reasons why a farm may not allow dogs. Most farmers and farm staff are pet lovers themselves but certain towns may actually have laws prohibiting dogs on an orchard and this can vary from town to town. Don't hold it against the farm--many are required to comply.

Some pick-your-own orchards may have permitted this in the past but sadly the privilege was abused by a few, er, bad apples.   As orchards are frequented by hundreds of families in any given fall weekend, some farms opt out of being dog-friendly in case young children are fearful, even of your friendly Fifi.

As pet-friendly orchards and mazes are VERY rare, if you do plan to bring your furry friend along with you, please exercise great consideration, awareness, and etiquette so that these handful of orchards will be able to continue their open door policy towards dogs. 

Pet Friendly Orchard Etiquette

• Leashed - Your dog must be on leash at all times. As tempting as it is to allow your dog some freedom in the orchard, this is a non-negotiable point for every orchard we spoke to.

• Behavior – All farms were quick to mention that dogs must be well-behaved around adults, other dogs, and especially children.

• Vaccinated – Your dog must be fully vaccinated.

• Clean up – The fastest way to ruin this oh-so-delicate pet-friendly arrangement is not cleaning up after your dog after he does his business. Don’t even think about it. If someone sees dog poop they will surely complain and you will earn the fury of your fellow dog-owners for putting the open-pet policy in jeopardy with your irresponsible care--yikes! Be prepared and bring what you need to clean up after your dog.

• Be respectful or you will be asked to leave – All farms were very clear that there are times where a dog may be asked to leave (perhaps just to the car if the weather is cool enough). They are dog lovers too but they also have the responsibility to make sure the orchard is safe and comfortable for everyone. Please cooperate and do your part to be a mindful dog owner so that farms can continue to offer this option.

The following farms were personally verified as being pet-friendly at the time of publishing. Some are always pet friendly; others have designated days only. Please note the difference and don’t be afraid to call ahead if you’re unsure.

Pet-Friendly New Hampshire

DeMeritt Hill Farm          
66 Lee Rd.  Lee NH
(Click for farm info)

Pet-Friendly Massachusetts

Clearview Farm
4 Kendall Hill Rd. Sterling, MA
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Drew Farm                        
31 Tadmuck Rd. Westford MA  
(Click for farm info)

Fairmount Fruit Farm    

887 Lincoln St. Franklin MA      
(Click for farm info)

Long Hill Orchard           
520 Main St./Rte 113 West Newbury MA
(Click for farm info)  

Nashoba Valley Winery & Orchard 
100 Wattaquadoc Hill Rd. Bolton MA
(Click for farm info)
Your leashed pooch can even chill on the porch while you are inside enjoying a glass of wine!

Monthly Twilight Hikes at Sholan Farms
1125 Pleasant St. Leominster, MA
(Click for Twilight Hike info)
Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to tag along on these monthly Friday night hikes.

Pet-Friendly Rhode Island

Escobar Farm and Corn Maze
255 Middle Rd. Portsmouth RI
(Click for farm info)

Pet-Friendly Connecticut

Treat Farm                    
361 Old Tavern Rd. Orange, CT
(Click for farm info)

Pet-Friendly Vermont

Percy Farm Corn Maze  
Route 108 Stowe VT                         
(Click for maze info)

Mad Tom Orchard
2615 Mad Tom Rd.
East Dorset, VT
(Click for farm info)

Offering Designated Pet-Friendly Corn Maze Events

Marini Farm Corn Maze 
259 Linebrook Rd. Ipswich MA      
Hosts a pet-friendly corn maze weekend on Saturday and Sunday, Sept 10th and 11th, 2016.
(Click for event info)