The program is closed for 2026. If you are interested in a Rain Barrel for 2026, please check neighboring towns to see if there is one close to you to purchase a barrel. Please be sure to plan to pick up at the distribution time and location posted. Or…purchase through our online partner and have shipped to your home.
As of November 18, 2025 approximately 22% (2324 square miles) of Massachusetts is under drought conditions and 22% (2385 square miles) is abnormally dry. Rain Barrels are the first step in helping towns manage water supplies, keep a lid on rising water costs, and control costly storm water runoff.
Walpole is among the many cities nationwide offering discounted rain barrels to their residents. Scroll down to purchase a rain barrel and start saving money while helping your community.
Barrels ship with spigot, plugs, screen, lid overflow valves, flex tube and instructions inside the barrel. The only additional accessories you may want to consider are the Diverter and the Polished River Stones.
All barrels are repurposed and will have markings. Special Note about Color of the Unpainted Rain Barrel: Barrels come in black or gray, we cannot guarantee which color will be available at time of distribution.