Hyland Brewery & Orchard is a family-friendly farm stop near Sturbridge, with seasonal music, outdoor events, animals, and orchard activities. It is not a historic sight like Old Sturbridge Village, but it gives the area a more local, weekend feel.
Families come for the animals and small rides, while adults can treat it as a relaxed brewery-and-orchard outing. Check the event schedule before going, since the place is livelier during festivals and warm-weather weekends.