Muskoka Maple Festival

Muskoka Maple Festival: A Sweet Celebration in Huntsville

Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Main Street, Downtown Huntsville
Entry: Free

Get ready for a delightful family adventure at the Muskoka Maple Festival! Join us in celebrating the conclusion of the maple harvest season in Muskoka with a day packed full of entertainment, delicious food, and maple-infused delights. From live music to street performers, and of course, an abundance of mouth-watering treats, there’s something for everyone at this sweet springtime event.

What to Expect

Rotary Pancake Breakfast
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PMThe Rotary People of Action Huntsville returns to the Muskoka Maple Festival to host the always popular Pancake Breakfast! This year featuring live music from Huntsville’s Got Talent Musician Todd Blair
Plus, don’t miss the excitement of the Dignitary Pancake Contest at 10:30 AM!

Maple Marketplace
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Explore the Maple Marketplace, where you can meet passionate syrup producers from the region. Learn about their craft, taste their delicious products, and immerse yourself in the rich history and tradition of maple syrup production.

Maple Taffy on Snow
Time: 9AM – 5PM
Maple Taffy on Snow brought to you by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Muskoka
For nearly one hundred years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been making a positive difference in the lives of our youth by developing & implementing a wide range of mentoring programs through our community based, school-based, one-to-one, and group programs.
Serving as role models, our mentors teach by example the importance of giving and giving back, of staying in school, and of having respect for family, peers, an community. Each time we pair a child with a mentor, or introduce a group of students to an in school program, we start something incredible – a life changing relationship built on friendship, trust, and empowerment.

Maple-Inspired Dining
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Indulge your taste buds with a wide array of maple-inspired dishes served up by local restaurants, bakeries, and cafes. From sweet to savory, there’s something to satisfy every craving!

Kiwanis Sap Run
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
The Kiwanis Sap Run is a Kids Fun Run taking place in the heart of the Muskoka Maple Festival.
The Sap Run is a safe and fun event for kids, that also raises money for children in need right here in Huntsville.
THE WHEN AND WHERE OF THE EVENT:
Date: Saturday April 26, 2025
Where: River Mill Park
Time:
500M Distance / 10:00 a.m. Start / Kids Ages 3-7
1KM Distance / 10:15 a.m. Start / Kids Ages 8-13

Live Music
11AM – 5PM
Enjoy the sounds of fiddlers and live music right in the heart of the Festival!
Scotia Junction: 11am – 1pm
Po’ Boy Jeffreys: 1:15 – 2:30pm
Gina Horswood: 2:45 – 3:45pm
Po’ Boy Jeffreys: 4 – 5pm

Busker Square
11AM – 5PM
Enjoy street performances all day long!
Darren Bedford Stilt Walking: 11am – 5pm
Abe Ladder: 11am / 1pm / 3pm
Isabella Hoops: 12pm / 2pm / 4pm

Huntsville Fire Fighters
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Meet with the Huntsville Fire Fighters, learn valuable fire safety tips, and explore a real fire truck up close!

Interactive Activities
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Engage in a variety of activities for all ages, including games like mini golf, giant Connect 4, cornhole, ladder ball, and giant Jenga. Plus, join the drumming circle with Barry Bazza Hayward from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Post Festival Muskoka Dinner Jacket Marche Dinner
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Last Seating at 9:00 PM)
Location: 3 Guys and a Stove (143 ON-60, Huntsville)

After the festival, continue the celebration at local restaurant and Festival Sponsor 3 Guys and a Stove. Enjoy live fiddling music by Scotia Junction and indulge in a delectable maple-inspired dinner.