The Amherst Town Common is the historic green at the center of downtown, a stretch of lawn and shade trees framed by Main Street and North and South Pleasant Street. It hosts the Saturday farmers market and most town-wide events, but it has no facilities of its own, so plan on downtown storefronts for a bathroom.
What to expect
Dogs
Amherst prohibits any unleashed dog in a public park, playground, recreational field, school ground during school use, or the downtown business areas
Hours
Open access, no gate or posted closing hours.
Managed by
Town of Amherst Department of Public Works / Parks Division
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On site
Concessions
Amherst Farmers Market, Saturdays 8am-1:30pm, late April through mid-November · seasonal
Not here
No picnic area
No playground or picnic structure on the Common itself; the nearest playground is a block away at Kendrick Park.
Common questions
Is there a playground on the Common?
No. The Common is open lawn; the closest playground is at Kendrick Park, about a block away.
Where do I park for the farmers market?
There's no dedicated lot for the Common; visitors use downtown on-street and municipal parking within walking distance.
Is there an entry fee at Amherst Town Common?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Amherst Town Common?
Amherst prohibits any unleashed dog in a public park, playground, recreational field, school ground during school use, or the downtown business areas