Maple Syrup Festivals
Michigan maple syrup is a sweet symbol of the state’s deep-rooted traditions and natural beauty. Each spring, as the days warm and nights stay cold, sap begins to flow from Michigan’s abundant sugar maple trees—especially in the northern and rural regions. Families and producers across the state tap these trees and boil the sap down into rich, golden syrup, a process passed down through generations. Michigan ranks among the top maple syrup producers in the country, and the craft is celebrated with local festivals that bring communities together for tree tapping demos, syrup tastings, and classic pancake breakfasts. It’s more than just a treat—it’s a seasonal ritual that connects people to the land and to each other.
Postma Brothers Maple Syrup proudly maintaining six generations of tradition by producing quality maple syrup.
Directions
3 1/2 miles north of the 5-way stop in Rudyard.
Driveway located on the east side of Tilson across from Strawberry Ln
Directions
From Onaway north on M-211 to the Onaway Sate Park, go right (east) 1/8 mile
4D Acre Farm Maple Syrup began making maple syrup in 2010. We made a homemade evaporator out of an old water tank. The syrup pan on top we borrowed from our friends. In 2012, we bought a used 2 1/2' x 8' wood fired evaporator. Every year we add and/or change things.
Maple Dale Farm provides pure natural maple syrup products. We offer organic maple syrup, sugar, seasoning and maple seasoned nuts among other tasty goods. Try our all-natural organic maple syrup products.
3 1/2 miles south of Rose City, just off M-33, watch for the signs
Britt Family website states that the public is welcome to stop by our sugar house during the syrup season and see the maple syrup production process. If you are driving a distance to see the operation in action, it is always best to call first to make sure we are home.
MapleWorxz Sugar House provides our customers with pure Michigan maple syrup made the traditional way with a wood fired evaporator and skills passed on since 1949.
1/2 mile east on Akron Road from M-81 or 1/8 mile east from the intersection of N Hurds Corner Rd and Akron Rd
From M-24 go east on M-90 to North Branch (6 miles) turn left on Jefferson and go north 3 miles to Law Rd then left to 3700 Law Rd, 3rd house on left.
March 21-22 & 28-29, 2026
This family-owned sugarhouse invites visitors to experience maple syrup production firsthand. Activities include sugarhouse tours, maple product tastings, and various family-friendly events.
March 21 -22, 2026 | 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Experience the magic of Michigan’s sugaring season at Fenner Nature Center’s Maple Syrup Festival! Join us for a day of family-friendly fun and exploration as we celebrate Michigan’s rich heritage of maple syrup production.
Last full weekend in April
Annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival is a 3-day event with a talent show, rides, arts & crafts,flea market, parades, various contests, fireworks and downtown stage with entertainment. Vermontville is the “granddaddy” of them all! We are the home of the original Maple Syrup Festival in Michigan.
April 23-26, 2026
The last full weekend of April is always an exciting time to visit the village Shepherd, located just 15 minutes south of Mt. Pleasant. During this time, the community celebrates its annual Maple Syrup Festival. The Maple Syrup Festival is a weekend full of parades, craft shows, carnival rides and more.
