By Madilyn Lenane
October 10, 2025
Apple Picking: Honey Pot Hill Orchards (138 Sudbury Road, Stow, MA); Tangerini's Spring Street Farm (139 Spring St, Millis, MA)
Apple picking is a great way to spend a crisp fall day and pick your favorite kinds of apples!
Pumpkin Picking: Pakeen Farm (109 Elm St, Canton, MA); The Pumpkin Farm (72 Milford St, Medway, MA)
Pumpkin picking is a spooky activity to get you into the fall spirit and find the perfect pumpkin to carve!
Haunted Houses: Jones CT Haunted House (18 Jones Ct. Newton, MA), Barrett's Haunted Mansion (1235 Bedford St, Abington, MA)
A haunted house is the best place to have some fun with friends and get into the Halloween spirit!
Corn Maze: Powisset Farm (39 Powisset St, Dover, MA); Ward’s Berry Farm (614 S Main St, Sharon, MA)
Getting lost in a corn maze is an exciting way to enjoy the fall weather and bond with friends or family!
Hiking: Blue Hills (725 Hillside Street, Milton, MA)
Hiking Blue Hills is a lovely spot to enjoy the beautiful views and changing leaves the fall brings!
Scenic Drive: Mohawk Trail (175 Mohawk Trail, Charlemont, MA 01339)
Going for a scenic drive is a wonderful way to take in the beautiful views and relax with friends or family!
Farmer's Markets: Dedham Farmer's Market (670 High St, Dedham, MA; Centre Street West Parking Lot, Brookline, MA)
Visiting farmers markets is an amazing way to enjoy the fresh produce that the fall brings, while also supporting local people and businesses.
Football Games: DHS or Gillette Stadium
Whether you are watching from the stands or from the couch, watching football is a classic fall activity, and an exciting way to cheer on your classmates here at DHS!
Madilyn Lenane, class of 2028, is a staff writer for the Dedham Mirror. In her free time, she enjoys cheerleading, playing basketball, and crafting!