All the Fall Festivals Near Burlington


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King Richard’s Faire
Carver, MA — Weekends, August 30 to October 19
200 acres featuring hundreds of minstrels, acrobats, fire eaters, aerialists and puppeteers, as well as jousting and food.
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North Andover Fall Festival
North Andover, MA — September 14, 10 AM – 3 PM
Fun community day drawing 2,000+ guests, benefiting local businesses and featuring crafters, food trucks, games, inflatables for kids, prizes, and more.
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Fluff Festival
Somerville, MA — September 20, 2–6 PM
Honoring the invention of Marshmallow Fluff, this festival returns for its 20th year with music, entertainment, games, and of course the stickiest spread you can buy.
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Chelmsford Fall Festival
Chelmsford, MA — September 27, 11 AM to 4 PM
Family-friendly assortment of activities, food, refreshments, and entertainment plus a focus on health education.
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Wilmington Fall Fest & 5K
Wilmington, MA — September 27, 9 AM to 4 PM
Join the Fall Fest 5K & Family Fun Run. This year’s course will lead you through the streets of Wilmington.
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Burlington Beer Garden Thursdays
Burlington, MA (Town Center) — Thursdays in September
The Town of Burlington Beer Gardens series provides a weekly celebration from 4:30 to 8:30 PM at the Community Corner pocket park.
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The Big E
Springfield, MA — September 12 to 28
The largest event on the East Coast and the fourth-largest fair in North America. Attendees will enjoy hours of free entertainment and attractions, terrific food, and more.
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Topsfield Fair
Topsfield, MA — October 3 to 13
A quintessential county fair offering agriculture, rides, kids’ activities, pig races, monster-truck shows, and a rodeo — along with delicious food, arts, and more.
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Castleberry Fall Craft Festival
Wilmington, MA — October 25 & 26
A weekend filled with exceptional handmade artistry, delicious specialty foods, and a festive autumn spirit.
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Salem Haunted Happenings
Salem, MA — October 1 to 31
A whole month of haunted events — too many to list here. Every day of the month, thousands of visitors gather for a variety of happenings and activities.