
Saturday March 8, 2025 to Sunday March 9
Maple Syrup Festival – Lumberjack Weekend
March is Maple Month, and this year we’re celebrating with two specially themed weekends of the Maple Syrup Festival at the John R. Park Homestead.
Visit stops along the #MapleTrail to discover more maple-inspired goodness that local businesses have prepared for you to enjoy!
Experience this sweet-tasting tradition and a celebration of natural and cultural heritage in our community at the region’s premier celebration of all things maple!
Lumberjack weekend – March 8th and 9th – 11am to 4pm
Lumber jacks & jills – get your flannel ready for Lumberjack weekend, with a Moustache contest, Lumber Costume Contest, Axe throwing demonstrations and more!
Taster’s Weekend – March 15th and 16th
It’s a Tasters’ paradise for all things Maple! Sample baked goods, maple butter, maple sugar and more. Taste various syrups and learn how they make the grade. Butter tart contest, winter hikes, crafters’ market, and the Maple Market featuring innovative delights and trusted favourites. Travel the #MapleTrail to discover special offers along the route.
Venue: John R. Park Homestead
915 Essex County Rd. 50
Essex,
ON
N0R 1G0
Canada