New England Strawberry Festivals and Farms

Strawberry festivals are a New England tradition that dates back to the 1800s. They celebrate the harvest of this sweet berry, whose appearance unofficially kicks off our warmest season. Join in the festivities or find a farm in the area where you can pick your own and take home the taste of summer.

New England Strawberry Festivals

Best Strawberry Festivals in Connecticut

Lyman Orchards Strawberry Festival

Live music, pony rides, and strawberry picking are just a few highlights of this festival.

New Horizons Village Strawberry Festival

Strawberry shortcake is the specialty here. Don’t miss out!

Monroe Congregational Church Strawberry Festival – June 20-21, 2026

At this festival, you’ll find a selection of strawberry-themed desserts, as well as live music and games for children.

Best Strawberry Festivals in Maine

Cornish Strawberry Festival – June 27, 2026

Located in the center of town, this festival offers its attendees fresh strawberries, live entertainment, and a variety of arts and crafts.

South Berwick Strawberry Festival – June 27, 2026

This festival boasts a selection of food, entertainment, and—to put the strawberry on top—trolley rides around town!

Best Strawberry Festivals in Massachusetts

Topsfield Historical Society Strawberry Festival – June 13, 2026

Many of the town’s local clubs and societies will be present at this event and will be offering a wide variety of entertainment, food, and arts and crafts.

Westford Strawberries & Arts Festival – June 20, 2026

Offering food, activities, and live entertainment all day long, this large festival is one that should not be missed!

Tyngsborough-Dunstable Historical Society Strawberry Festival – June 20, 2026

At the historic Little Red Schoolhouse, you’ll find live music, vendors, strawberry shortcake, and more.

Verrill Farm Strawberry Festival – June 13, 2026

Have a strawberry-themed dessert recipe you’ve been wanting to try out? Enter it into the Strawberry Dessert Contest at this festival, then go for a hay ride and pick your own strawberries in the fields nearby.

Best Strawberry Festivals in New Hampshire

Windham Strawberry Festival & Book Fair

Put on by the local library, this festival offers many fun and games for children, as well as books, food, and entertainment for all ages.

New London Strawberry Festival – June 20, 2026

At this festival, you’ll find food, arts and crafts, and live entertainment courtesy of the UNH Little Red Wagon traveling theater.

Best Strawberry Festivals in Rhode Island

Smith’s Castle Strawberry Festival
Take a stroll through this historic site’s gardens while you enjoy one of their famous strawberry shortcakes.

Best Strawberry Festivals in Vermont

Sam Mazza Farms Strawberry Festival – June 20, 2026

This festival offers a wide selection of strawberry-themed desserts, as well as many fun activities for children and adults.

Middletown Springs Historical Society Strawberry Festival – June 21, 2026

Pay a visit to the historic Middletown Springs Green to enjoy local strawberries and more!

Where to Find Strawberry Farms & Pick-Your-Own Locations

• pickyourown.org
• localharvest.org
• northernnewengland.com/strawberries
• gonewengland.about.com/cs/farmersmarkets
• Mass Grown Map
• Federation of Massachusetts Farmers’ Markets

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