Things to do in Raynham, MA

Raynham Flea Market

New England’s premier Sunday-only flea market packs 500+ indoor and outdoor vendors, bargain hunting thrills, and snack bars for a full-day treasure quest. Stroll the 60,000-sq-ft mart and discover everything from antiques to vintage comics in a friendly, old-school atmosphere.

Phone: 508-823-8923

Ryan Family Amusements – Bowling & Arcade

Mix ten-pin and candlepin bowling, a 50-game arcade, and virtual-reality rides under one lively roof. Perfect for family rain-day fun, birthday parties, or late-night strikes paired with laneside snacks and craft beer.

Bowling arcade

Phone: 508-822-2304

Massasoit State Park

Paddle quiet ponds, bike pine-scented single-track, or cast for bass just 10 minutes south of downtown. Well-spaced campsites and picnic groves let you wrap a full-on camping weekend into a Raynham getaway.

Forest lake

Phone: 508-828-4231

Gertrude M. Boyden Wildlife Refuge

Follow riverside boardwalks through 49 acres of oak uplands and fern-lined marsh alive with birdsong. Easy two-mile loops, picnic nooks, and kid-friendly nature programs make this a serene escape minutes from Route 44.

Woodland trail

Phone: —

Friends of Boyden

Borderland State Park

Tour the 1910 Ames Mansion, then hike or bike 20 miles of carriage roads that circle glacial ponds and granite ledges. Fishing, disc-golf, and winter skating keep this 1,800-acre estate buzzing year-round.

Historic mansion and pond

Phone: 508-238-6566

Old Colony History Museum

Inside an 1852 Greek-Revival courthouse, discover Taunton’s silver-smithing legacy, colonial artifacts, and rotating craft exhibitions. Guided tours and workshops dig deep into Bristol County’s 400-year story.

Historic museum building

Phone: 508-822-1622

Children’s Museum in Easton

Housed in a renovated 1904 firehouse, three floors of hands-on science, art, and pretend-play exhibits spark young imaginations. Don’t miss the outdoor Wild Place nature playscape in warmer months.

Children hands-on exhibit

Phone: 508-230-3789

Winslow Farm Animal Sanctuary

Meet rescued alpacas, goats, peacocks, and an amiable emu on peaceful woodland trails. The non-profit sanctuary lets visitors hand-feed critters while supporting lifelong care for abused animals.

Alpaca at sanctuary

Phone: 508-285-6451

Bridgewater State University Observatory

Free public stargazing nights put Saturn’s rings and lunar craters in your eyepiece via 16-inch research telescopes. Astronomy students guide you across the seasonal sky from the rooftop dome.

Observatory telescope

Phone: 508-531-2093

Observatory page

Assawompset Pond Complex

Launch a kayak onto Massachusetts’ largest natural lake, spot bald eagles, or walk sunset-lit dikes where cranberry bogs meet open water. Seasonal herring runs draw photographers each spring.

Kayaking on pond

Phone: 508-946-8800

Oliver Mill Park

Explore 18th-century mill ruins beside a lively herring run on the Nemasket River. Picnic lawns, kayak put-ins, and a dramatic stone arch bridge make this a photo-worthy heritage spot.

Old stone mill

Phone: 508-946-2400

Edaville Family Theme Park

Ride Thomas the Tank Engine, wander through Dino-Land’s life-size animatronics, or soak up millions of holiday lights on vintage narrow-gauge trains at this classic New England park.

Family theme park train

Phone: 508-866-8190

Xfinity Center Mansfield

Catch superstar concerts beneath the stars at this 19,900-seat amphitheater famed for summer lawn vibes and A-list rock, pop, and country tours.

Outdoor concert crowd

Phone: 508-339-2331

Patriot Place

Shop, dine, and play next to Gillette Stadium with 1.3 million sq ft of retail, cinema, breweries, and year-round events—from outdoor yoga to fireworks after big games.

Patriot Place shopping

Phone: 508-203-2100

The Hall at Patriot Place

Relive six Super Bowl victories through cinematic exhibits, VR quarterback challenges, and the dazzling Lombardi Trophy room—New England sports history in immersive style.

Football museum display

Phone: 508-698-4800

Beard & Weil Galleries (Wheaton College)

Cutting-edge contemporary shows rotate through two university galleries spotlighting emerging artists and social-justice themes—free and open to the public.

Art gallery interior

Phone: 508-286-3644

Ames Free Library & Queset Gardens

Henry H. Richardson’s Romanesque masterpiece houses a tech-forward library flanked by manicured formal gardens and co-working space in the adjacent Queset House—a tranquil haven for book lovers and remote workers alike.

Historic library

Phone: 508-238-2000

Taunton Green Historic District

Ringed by Victorian civic architecture, the town green hosts festivals beneath its 1906 World War I memorial and legendary Christmas light display—nicknamed “The Green of Lights.”

Town green with gazebo

Phone: 508-821-1418

Historic Commission

Taunton River Trail (Sweets Knoll)

Bike or walk riverside boardwalks with sweeping views of the federally designated Wild & Scenic Taunton River—prime eagle-watching in winter and wildflower meadows in summer.

Riverside trail

Phone: 508-828-1101

Pine Hill Cemetery & King Philip’s Cave

Trace King Philip’s War lore at this secluded granite cave and adjacent colonial cemetery—an evocative spot for amateur historians and photographers chasing fall foliage.

Granite cave in woods

Phone: —

Atlas Obscura entry

Raynham Park Sportsbook & Simulcast

The former greyhound track is transforming into a 30,000-sq-ft sports-betting lounge with wall-to-wall screens, casual dining, and Dial-2-Bet phone wagering for racing buffs.

Sportsbook interior

Phone: 508-824-4071

Titicut Conservation Area

Bird-watch tidal backwaters of the Taunton River, launch canoes, or picnic beneath towering white pines at this 130-acre natural gem managed by Bridgewater Parks.

River canoe launch

Phone: 508-697-8020

Great River Preserve

Walk wheelchair-accessible trails to a Taunton River overlook, spot osprey, and learn Wampanoag history on interpretive panels across 125 acres of conserved floodplain.

River overlook platform

Phone: 774-343-5121

Wildlands Trust

Sachem Rock Farm & The Center

Visit a National Register farm where Massasoit met the Pilgrims in 1649. Walking trails, community gardens, and a renovated Colonial-Revival barn host markets and weddings.

Historic farm and barn

Phone: 508-631-1925

Fuller Craft Museum

The region’s only museum devoted exclusively to contemporary craft showcases bold ceramics, wood sculpture, and fiber art around a tranquil pond-side campus.

Contemporary craft gallery

Phone: 508-588-6000

D.W. Field Park

Drive, bike, or jog a 6-mile loop past picturesque reservoirs, stone bridges, and a historic gazebo in this 1925 Olmsted-inspired greenway spanning Brockton and Avon.

Park lake with bridge

Phone: 508-580-7855

Friends of the Park

Campanelli Stadium – Brockton Rox

Enjoy affordable summer baseball, fireworks, and post-game concerts at this 4,750-seat ballpark—home to the collegiate Brockton Rox and their famous “Sons of Sox” lineup.

Baseball stadium

Phone: 508-559-7000

Stoneforge Tavern & Publick House

Savor New England seafood and 28 craft beers on tap in a rustic-chic tavern known for its courtyard firepit, live music nights, and legendary prime-rib Sundays.

Tavern dinner

Phone: 508-977-9840

Watson Pond State Park & Lake Sabbatia

Swim a guarded freshwater beach, rent canoes, or picnic under towering white pines beside Taunton’s scenic reservoir and adjoining nature trails.

Pond beach

Phone: 508-884-8280

John F. Parker Municipal Golf Course

Play a relaxed 9-hole riverside track redesigned in 2024 with new greens and family-friendly tee boxes—walkers welcome and twilight rates abound.

Golf course fairway

Phone: 508-822-1797

Myles Standish State Forest

Cycle 15 miles of paved bike paths through the Northeast’s largest pine barrens, camp beside kettle ponds, or ride equestrian loops in this 12,000-acre outdoor playground.

Forest bike path

Phone: 508-866-2526

Capron Park Zoo

Discover red pandas, lemurs, and a rainforest aviary at this compact, AZA-accredited zoo adored for its splash pad and educational keeper chats.

Red panda at zoo

Phone: 774-203-1840

Black Hat Brew Works

Grab a flight in a chill taproom pouring small-batch hazy IPAs, pastry stouts, and barrel-aged sours—weekly food-truck pairings and trivia keep the vibe lively.

Craft beer flight

Phone: 508-807-5172

Berkley Beer Company

Riverfront warehouse brewery slings wood-fired pizzas, live music nights, and award-winning IPAs—sip on the patio with sunset views over the Taunton River.

Brewery taproom

Phone: 508-386-9410

Easton Country Club

Wind through mature pines on an 18-hole championship layout with a full-grass range, teaching pros, and scenic weddings in the clubhouse’s glass-walled ballroom.

Golf course green

Phone: 508-238-2500

Hopewell Park

Cool off under the splash-pad fountains, swim the municipal pool, or cheer summer league baseball at this 30-acre urban oasis along the Mill River.

City park playground

Phone: 508-821-1415

Freetown-Fall River State Forest

Choose from 50 miles of trails popular with hikers, equestrians, and off-road cyclists—or visit legendary Profile Rock in this 5,000-acre forest packed with folklore.

Forest trail

Phone: 508-644-5522

Brockton Fire Museum

Step inside a 1904 firehouse to see gleaming antique engines, hand-pulled hose carts, and artifacts from the 1941 Strand Theatre blaze in this volunteer-run museum.

Vintage fire engine

Phone: 508-583-1039

Skydive South Boston (Hanson DZ)

Tandem-jump from 10,000 feet over Cape Cod Bay and glimpse the Boston skyline on freefall—an adrenaline-pumping half-hour drive from Raynham.

Skydivers in freefall

Phone: 774-250-5867

Raynham IcePlex

Lace up for public skating, hockey clinics, or figure-skate classes in a modern double-rink complex complete with pro shop and snack bar—great for beating summer heat.

Indoor ice rink

Phone: 508-880-3311