History

The Ashfield Fall Festival began in 1970. While it has grown since that time, the festival remains

  1. A celebration of Ashfield

  2. A showcase for Ashfield artisans and businesses

  3. A place for Ashfield service organizations to raise funds

  4. A fundraiser for the Ashfield Citizens’ Scholarship Fund

  5. An opportunity for Ashfield youth to develop and use creative, social and business skills

Getting Here

Ashfield is located in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains. map

From the Rt 91 take 116 North 13 miles to the center of Ashfield.

From the north, follow Rt 112 South from Rt 2 (Mohawk Trail) for 10 miles and turn left on Rt 116 South (Main St).

From the south and west, follow Rt 9 to Goshen and turn left onto Rt 112 N.  Follow Rt 112 for 5 miles and turn right on Rt 116 South (Main St).

Parking

Main Street (MA Route 116) between Baptist Corner Rd and Norton Hill Rd will be closed from 9am to 5pm during the Festival. A detour will be posted. Parking is available on both sides of town. On the west side, The Old Sanderson Academy Field and the Tennis Court lot on Buckland Rd will be free with donations to the Scholarship Fund appreciated. There will also be parking at 326 Main St for $10 to support the Ashfield Community Preschool. On the east side, parking is available for $10 at the Plain School House (29 Baptist Corner Rd) to support the Ashfield Historical Society; at 24 Baptist Corner Rd to support Scouting America for Ashfield Pack and Troop 18; and at the Preschool.

The full detour notice is posted on the town website.

Dogs

This festival, which takes place on both public and private property, attracts large crowds. We ask that you leave your furry friends at home for the safety and comfort of all. Thank you.

ATMs

Cash is available at Neighbor’s store and we will also be featuring ATMs in the main parking lot and the town common.

You can contact us at info@ashfieldfallfestival.org

Festival Map

Download the 2026 Ashfield Fall Festival flyer.