As the winter fades, Michigan's maple syrup season is almost here! Every year, late February and through early April marks when the sap starts flowing.

Whether you are a maple syrup connoisseur or just looking for a fun family outing, maple season is the best time to see the beauty and fun of Michigan.

For the love of all things maple, here are a few Michigan festivals and events that are all about maple.

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Michigan Maple Syrup Festival - Vermontville

From April 25 to 27th, 2025, the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival is one of Michigan's longest-running and most beloved celebrations for the sticky treat.

If you check out the festival, you have a chance to enjoy a pancake breakfast (duh! syrup), a parade, carnival rides, and, of course, plenty of local maple syrup for you to enjoy.

Shepherd Maple Syrup Festival - Shepherd

The Shepherd Maple Syrup Festival is a tradition for Central Michigan that is happening on April 24-27th, 2025.

From maple syrup demonstrations, live music, a car show, and an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast, it is a great way to see the syrup-making process up close and personal.

Maple Weekend

Besides going to a specific city, Maple Weekend is a staple for many Michigan maple farms.

Typically, Michigan maple farms open their doors for Maple Weekend, which the Michigan Maple Syrup Association hosts.

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If you are excited about the three weekends to celebrate Michigan maple syrup, here are the three weekends to choose from:

  • Southern Lower Michigan: March 15th and 16th, 2025

  • Northern Lower Michigan: March 22nd and 23rd, 2025

  • Upper Michigan: April 5th and 6th, 2025

Whether. you decide to visit a festival or find any Michigan maple farms, Michigan's maple syrup season is the time to celebrate a beautiful tradition and support local businesses.

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