The town's historic green on Main Street, ringed by the 1838 Town Hall, the Federated Church and the Publick House, and used year-round for the Sunday farmers market, summer concerts, and a seasonal ice rink.
What to expect
Dogs
Off its owner's property a dog in Sturbridge has to be on a restraining device and in the care of someone able to control it, or the animal bylaw treats it as a public nuisance. Dogs hunting or training under supervision are the…
Ice-Skating
Allowed Winter, when a seasonal rink is installed on the Common
Managed by
Sturbridge Recreation Department
(508) 347-2041 · WebsiteCommon questions
What happens on Town Common in summer?
A weekly Sunday farmers market plus free concerts and community gatherings run through the warmer months.
Is there ice skating here in winter?
The Recreation Department sets up a seasonal rink on the Common most winters; check its site for that year's dates.
Can I bring my dog to Sturbridge Town Common?
Off its owner's property a dog in Sturbridge has to be on a restraining device and in the care of someone able to control it, or the animal bylaw treats it as a public nuisance. Dogs hunting or training under supervision are the exception. The bylaw sets no leash length.