NOTE: this is a 20-25 minute drive from the Zandy Castle.

Middleborough Tourism Committee announces the 10th annual Crantoberfest to be held Saturday October 11, 2025 at the Middleborough Town Hall 10 Nickerson Ave from noon to 4:00 p.m. Free admission and free parking.

1oin the Middleborough Tourism Committee for Crantoberfest 2025, taking place on Saturday, October 11, from 12:00–4:00 PM, on the Town Hall lawn at 10 Nickerson Avenue, Middleborough, MA.

Featured events include the Great Cranberry Bake-Off at 1:00 PM, with first, second, and third-place prizes awarded in two categories: Professional and Home Baker. Prizes include a gift card to Hannaford’s and bragging rights. Also, up at 2:00 PM, is the Miss Crantoberfest contest. Contestants will test their knowledge of the cranberry industry and showcase their Middleborough pride. The winner will receive a cranberry-colored crown and sash and represent the Tourism Committee throughout the year. At 3:00 PM the Annual Costume Parade will commence led by the famous alpacas with prizes for 2 age groups: 8 years and younger and 9 years and older.

NEW – Introducing THE TRAVELING BOG From Massachusetts Cranberries!

There will be dozens of vendors and food options as well as a beer garden hosted by the Bartending Service of New England.  Enjoy festive German music while the kids have a blast with corn hole, cranberry races, and various other activities.