Huron County’s annual Maple Mania festival is back from March 21 to 23, celebrating local maple syrup producers, restaurants, and bakeries.
Organized by the County of Huron’s Economic Development Department, the event highlights the region’s strong agricultural traditions and the role of maple syrup in local cuisine.
On Saturday, March 22, local sugar bushes will open their doors from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering free family-friendly activities. Visitors can enjoy maple taffy making, farm tours, and live music at participating locations, including:
Bayfield Maple – maple taffy making and children’s programming
Blyth Creek Maple Farm – free maple milkshakes and tours
Coastal Coffee – live music and maple syrup demonstrations
Freedom Syrup – free sweet treats and syrup making
Robinson’s Maple Products – free cookie decorating and syrup production
Between March 21 and 23, 11 local restaurants will showcase maple-infused dishes. Participating establishments include:
1851 Bayfield Landing, Bayfield
Benmiller Inn & Spa, Benmiller
Blyth Inn, Blyth
The Boot, Seaforth
Cowbell Brewing Co., Blyth
Eddington’s of Exeter
Olio Too, Bayfield
Part II Bistro, Goderich
River Run Restaurant, Goderich
West Street Willy’s Eatery, Goderich
The White Squirrel Golf Club & Restaurant, St. Joseph
The festival wraps up on Sunday, March 23, with a pancake brunch at Bad Apple Brewing Company in Bluewater.
For full details, visit ontarioswestcoast.ca/maple-mania or follow @ontarioswestcoast on social media.