Is Brooksby Farm Apple Picking Still Open in November 2026?
What are the key takeaways?
•The short answer: Almost certainly not. Brooksby's published calendar lists apple picking in its September–October "Fall harvest" season only. A 2026 event listing said it ran until 10/31.
•What's open now: The farm has moved into its November–December "Holidays" season. It offers holiday pies, apple cider donuts, and free Sunday story hour.
•Coming next: Christmas trees, wreaths, and kissing balls are on the holiday list for later in the season.
•The bottom line: Go this Sunday for story hour and donuts. Put next September on the calendar for apples. Check brooksbyfarm.org before any trip.
Before you load the car, is the orchard still open?
Almost certainly not. If you're searching "Brooksby Farm apple picking" for this weekend, the farm's own calendar already has an answer: the 2026 apple season has ended.
As of November 5, 2026, the farm has shifted into its "Holidays" season, which runs through December.
Brooksby Farm sits at 54 Felton St in Peabody, and its listing breaks the year into three main seasons. Apple picking belongs to the September–October fall harvest window, with last bags going out at 4PM.
Brooksby Farm
Location card for Brooksby Farm with address and practical timing notes from the event listing.
Venue nameBrooksby Farm
Street address54 Felton St
City/StatePeabody, MA
Last bags pickup timeLast bags at 4PM
Seasonal periodsJune-August; September- October; November-December
For Lexington families, that calendar is the key planning detail. The apple window has closed. The holiday window has opened.
Check brooksbyfarm.org for pricing and hours before you drive.
1. What can you buy at the Peabody farm store now?
Best for: Thanksgiving hosts, donut fans, and anyone chasing that fall-farm feeling a little longer.
Food is the main draw at Brooksby Farm in November. The holiday list includes holiday pies, apple cider, and the farm's own "famous" apple cider donuts.
The Peabody farm store also carries:
•The farm's own "super premium" apple cider, seasonally
•Muffins, monkey bread, loaf cakes, and whoopie pies from local partner bakers
•The farm's own fruits and vegetables, jams, jellies, and sauces
•Honey from hives in the orchards
•Dairy, popcorn, mixes, and drinks
Apples can still be part of the visit — they're just coming from the shelf now instead of the tree.
Online reviews often praise the cider donuts, though many also warn that weekends get crowded fast. Skip the quick-errand mindset on a busy Sunday; build in extra time, especially with kids in tow.
Pro tip: Cider and donuts are marked "seasonally." Call or check the website before counting on them for a large Thanksgiving order.
2. Is there still a good kid-friendly outing in November?
Yes. Free Sunday story hour is the best kid-focused reason to go right now.
Brooksby Farm lists story hour on Sundays in November at no charge. With November 1 already past, the remaining dates are:
•November 8
•November 15
•November 22
•November 29
No start time is posted, so confirm it online before leaving Lexington.
Pair story hour with other free extras:
•The play yard, open during business hours at no charge
•Barnyard animals, which the farm lists among its activities
That combination turns the trip into a real outing rather than a quick bakery run.
Just watch for fall-only promises. The Fall Fairytale Trail, fall hayrides, and campfires with s'mores are labeled as fall activities, and field trips are listed as "Fall only." If your child is expecting a hayride, check first — resetting expectations at home beats doing it in the parking lot.
3. Are Christmas trees, wreaths, and kissing balls available next?
Yes, they're part of Brooksby Farm's holiday season lineup.
Best for: Families decorating a porch or front entry for the holidays.
The November–December holiday season includes:
•Christmas trees
•Christmas wreaths
•Kissing balls
•Pine
•Planters
The farm also lists unique gifts, toys, and clothing, making it a workable early holiday-shopping stop.
One Brooksby trip can cover pies now and greenery later. No arrival dates or prices are posted yet, so check availability as December approaches.
4. How should you plan for Brooksby Farm next year?
If you don't want to miss apple season again, put the full farm calendar on your phone now.
Brooksby's year generally breaks down this way:
•June–August: Berry and fruit picking, flower cutting, water play
•September–October: Apple picking, the maze, pumpkins, mums
•November–December: Holiday pies, cider, donuts, trees, and wreaths
For next fall, remember the 4PM cutoff for apple bags and arrive early, especially on weekends. That's the simplest way to avoid the "we drove all this way and missed it" problem.
Expect posted safety signs in the orchard, and follow staff instructions.
What are the strongest arguments against going now?
"A statewide directory still says Brooksby is in season and that Massachusetts apples run through November."
True, but UPick Atlas describes Massachusetts broadly, not this specific farm.
Brooksby's own schedule lists apple picking for September–October only, and The Boston Calendar's 2026 listing said the activity "goes until 10/31."
For planning purposes, trust the farm's own calendar first. Harvest dates can shift, though, so check brooksbyfarm.org before ruling out a late visit.
"Without apples, this is just a farm-store errand. We can buy pies closer to home."
Fair point for some families. But the holiday schedule offers more than shopping — free Sunday story hour, a free play yard, and barnyard animals are all still in play, alongside holiday baked goods and seasonal greenery.
The farm's own cider, cider donuts, and orchard honey keep that orchard connection alive.
Whether the drive to Peabody is worth it comes down to your family's schedule, your kids' ages, and your tolerance for weekend crowds.
Why does a farm calendar matter to Lexington homeowners?
Easy access to a working farm is part of the lifestyle many Lexington families value, even when the farm sits outside town limits.
Lexington single-family homes sold at a median $1,915,000 as of August 2026. The median was 39 days on market, meaning how long a typical home was listed before it sold.
Lexington Housing Snapshot by Property Type (August 2026)
A current market snapshot comparing Lexington single-family and condo pricing, pace, and inventory using mixed-unit metrics.
Single-family
Median sold price$1,915,000
Median days on market39 days
Months of supply3.6 months
Condo
Median sold price$956,400
Median days on market50 days
Months of supply5.8 months
Source:Repliers / MLSPIN
Those numbers point to steady demand for homes in town. At that price point, buyers weigh lifestyle alongside square footage, and seasonal traditions like a fall apple-picking trip fit right into that picture.
So here's the practical plan: go this Sunday for story hour and donuts, check the website before you leave, then mark next September on your calendar for apples.
Farms, trails, schools, and commute all shape home value in Lexington. Ask for neighborhood-specific numbers before you make a move.
