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Wakefield offers a connected, active, and welcoming place to live. With Lake Quannapowitt at the heart of Town, strong schools, neighborhood parks, and year-round community activities, Wakefield provides a high quality of life and a true sense of community for residents at every stage of life.

Lake Quannapowitt

Lake Quannapowitt is a popular walking, running, and recreational destination. The paved loop around the Lake is just over 3 miles and is a popular spot for 5k races.

Wakefield Community Boating, operated by the Boys and Girls Club, rents kayaks and paddle boats during the summer months.

The Wakefield Farmers Market sets up at Hall Park, on the west side of the Lake.

Learn to sail, join a race, or simply enjoy lakefront views at the Quannapowitt Yacht Club, a long-standing sailing club on Lake Quannapowitt that offers structured programs and events for the whole community.

The adjacent Town Common is a popular spot for fairs and festivals, picnicking, concerts, and relaxation.

Parks & Recreation

Whether you’re playing a game, taking a walk, or spending time with family and friends, there’s plenty of space to have fun and make the most of the day in Wakefield.

Blatz/Burnett Softball Field, 30 Farm Street

Dobbins Tennis Courts, Farm Street/Hemlock Road

Dolbeare School Playground and Field, 340 Lowell Street

Doyle School Field and Playground, 11 Paul Avenue

Fernald Field (Baseball), Del Carmine Street

Galvin School: Basketball Courts, Skate Park, and Soccer Fields, 525 Main Street

Greenwood School Playground, 907 Main Street

J.J. Round Park and Community Garden, Main Street

Landrigan Field, Farm Street

Mapleway Park Softball Fields, Playground, and Basketball Court, 20 Maple Way

Moulton Park, Cedar Street

MacKenna Pickleball and Tennis Courts, Church Street

Sullivan Park and BMX Track, Salem Street

Veterans Field (Softball), Corner of North Avenue and Church Street

Wakefield Common, Church Street

Walsh Baseball Field, 60 Farm Street

Walton Elementary School Playground, 28 Davidson Road

Woodville Elementary School Playground, 30 Farm Street

Yeuell Field and Basketball Court, Crystal Street

Schools in Wakefield

The vision of our School Department is to prepare students for college, career, and community by providing rich and challenging curriculum, high-quality instruction, and educational experiences that meet their individual needs and interests. Educational opportunities within Wakefield Public Schools include:

Preschool services at the Doyle Early Childhood Education Center and Woodville Elementary School

K through 4 instruction at the Dolbeare, Greenwood, Walton, and Woodville elementary schools

Grades 5 through 8 instruction at the Galvin Middle School

Grades 9 through 12 instruction at Wakefield Memorial High School

The Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School, located in Wakefield, is a four-year, public regional vocational high school that serves 12 communities North of Boston.The P.O.S.T. Academy, in partnership with Reading Public Schools, is a Wakefield-based, post-secondary program that provides experiential and educational opportunities that promote a successful transition to adulthood.

Our Community Spirit

Wakefield’s community spirit is reflected in how residents gather, participate, and support one another. As a civic and cultural hub, the Town draws thousands each year to Lake Quannapowitt, the Farmers Market, Beebe Library, the Americal Civic Center, and a wide range of community events. This strong participation across arts, recreation, non-profits, and local businesses creates a connected, engaged community with a true small-town feel.

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