As spring turns into summer in Central Massachusetts, there’s no better time to enjoy the fresh flavors of the season by shopping local. From charming pick-your-own farms perfect for family memories and photo ops, to farm stands overflowing with seasonal produce and weekly farmers markets packed with local goods, there are so many delicious ways to eat fresh in Auburn and beyond.

Choosing locally grown fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy products, and homemade treats not only supports your family’s health — it also helps sustain local agriculture and the hardworking farmers who keep Central MA thriving.

Ready to stock your kitchen with fresh local food? Here’s where to find the best local farms, farmers markets, and pick-your-own experiences near Auburn, Oxford, Charlton, Millbury, Sutton, Douglas, and surrounding Central Massachusetts towns.

Support local farms in Central MA while enjoying farm-fresh produce, meats, dairy, baked goods, and more. These local farm stores and family farms are worth the trip!

Cooper's Hilltop Farm

515 Henshaw St, Rochdale, MA

Details: Open daily from 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Cooper’s Hilltop Farm offers a huge selection of farm-fresh products including their own milk and meats, plus locally sourced eggs, cheese, baked goods, seasonal produce, and specialty items. Be sure to check out their Meat & Vegetable CSA programs for fresh local food all season long.

The Farmer's Daughter

150 Millbury Street, Auburn, MA

Details: More than just a garden center, The Farmer’s Daughter also offers locally raised steaks, hamburgers, and roasts from cattle born and raised right on their Auburn farm.

Fay Mountain Farm 

12 Cemetery Road, Charlton, MA

Details: This beautiful 32-acre farm features an on-site orchard, blueberry and raspberry fields, Snow’s Pond, scenic walking areas, and a historic barn. Stop by the farm store for fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and other unique local products. Their CSA program is also a great way to enjoy seasonal produce throughout the summer.

Flying Wagon Farm

101 Ramshorn Road, Charlton, MA

Details: Flying Wagon Farm offers locally raised fresh eggs, honey, and more fun surprises.

Foppema's Farm

1605 Hill Street, Northbridge, MA 

Details: Opening May 29, 2026, for the new season, Foppema’s Farm is a longtime local favorite offering a wide variety of homegrown fruits and vegetables as they come into season throughout the summer and fall.

Whittier Farms

90 Douglas Road, Sutton, MA

Details: Open year-round, Whittier Farms features local staples, seasonal specialties, and fun farm experiences for families. Don’t miss their popular events including farm tours, charcuterie workshops, cheese tastings, and more. They also offer convenient Farm Share programs.

Winsky Farms

45 Lovett Road, Oxford, MA

Details: This third-generation family farm is open Thursday through Saturday from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM and Sundays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Winsky Farms specializes in all-natural, USDA-certified beef and pork raised without hormones, antibiotics, or artificial steroids.

Have a favorite local farm in Central MA that we should add? Let us know at ashley@macaronikid.com!

Looking for fresh produce, local honey, baked goods, handmade products, and family-friendly fun? Central Massachusetts farmers markets are the perfect place to spend a summer morning or evening supporting local vendors.

Charlton Farmers Market 

Charlton Town Common: 37 Main Street, Charlton, MA

Details: The Charlton Farmers Market (CFM) will run Wednesdays 4pm-7pm from June 3, 2026, to Fall 2026 (TBD).

Millbury Farmers Market at the Mansion

Asa Waters Mansion: 123 Elm Street, Millbury, MA

Details: Starting Thursday, June 18th, and happening monthly through October, the Millbury Farmers Market features local farms, artisan vendors, and live entertainment in the heart of Millbury.

Oxford Farmers Market

Joslin Park - Oxford Town Common: Main Street, Oxford, MA

Details: The third Friday of each month June through October from 2:00 - 6:00 PM. (June 19, July 17, August 21, September 18, October 16).

Southbridge Farmer's Market

Big Bunny Market: 942 Main St, Southbridge, MA

Details: Every Saturday from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, starting Memorial Day through Columbus Day.

Know of another great farmers market in Central Massachusetts? Let us know at ashley@macaronikid.com!

Looking for family-friendly summer activities in Central MA? Pick-your-own farms are a fun way to spend time outdoors while bringing home fresh fruit straight from the field.

Douglas Orchard & Farm

36 Locust Street, Douglas, MA

What to expect: 

Open weekends from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Enjoy:

• Pick-your-own blueberries (mid-July)
• Apple Picking
• Peach Picking
• Raspberry & Blackberry Picking (September and October)
• Farm animals year-round
• Seasonal family events

The farm also offers raw honey, locally sourced beef, farm-raised pork, and chicken.

Stowe Farm

15 Stowe Road, Millbury, MA

What to expect: A favorite fall destination in Central MA, Stowe Farm offers apple picking, pumpkin picking, and tons of family-friendly fall and winter events throughout the season.

Know of another great pick-your-own farm near Auburn or Worcester County? Let us know at ashley@macaronikid.com

Macaroni KID Auburn will continue updating this guide throughout the season, so be sure to bookmark this page and check back often for more family fun, local farms, and summer events in Central Massachusetts.

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