April brings a delightful transformation to Huntsville, Muskoka, as the sweetest celebration of spring unfolds - maple season! This year, the town will come alive on April 26 and April 27 with the Muskoka Maple Festival, where maple lovers can indulge in the rich flavours of this beloved syrup. After the festival, 3 Guys and a Stove offers a unique dining experience at the Muskoka Dinner Jacket Marché Dinner. And don’t miss out on the Sweet Maple Passport! From April 14 to May 30, explore participating local businesses and savour their maple-infused delights. Get ready to embrace the magic of maple season and create sweet memories in Huntsville!
Keep reading to discover why this year's maple season in Huntsville should be at the top of your spring must-do list!
Get ready for a delightful day one at the Muskoka Maple Festival on Saturday, April 26, right in the heart of downtown Huntsville on Main Street! From 9am to 5pm, Main Street transforms into a vibrant celebration of all things maple syrup.
Families can kick off their day with the Kiwanis Sap Run, a fun-filled event for kids, featuring a safe and exciting atmosphere while raising funds for local children in need. After the run, indulge in a delicious pancake breakfast hosted by the Rotary People of Action, serving up fluffy pancakes drenched in sweet maple syrup from 9am to 12pm. Stroll through the Maple Marketplace, where you’ll find over 50 vendors, including five maple producers and six food trucks—don’t miss the unique lobster truck that marinates its lobster in maple syrup! Enjoy taffy on snow from Sugarbush Hill Maple Farm, watch mesmerizing wood carving demonstrations, and join in the fun at the Game Zone and Drumming Circle. Be entertained by lively buskers like Tim Burr the Circus Lumber Jack and the Maple Leaf Princess on Stilts. With fantastic music from local acts such as Scotia Junction, Gina Horswood, Tonic Lane and Sean Cotton, the festival promises a day brimming with excitement.
Mark your calendars and grab your family and friends for this sweet celebration—you won’t want to miss it!
After your day at the Muskoka Maple Festival on Saturday April 26, head on over to 3 Guys and a Stove for the annual tradition of 3 Guys transforming into an authentic sugar shack for one night only! Experience the special Muskoka Dinner Jacket Marché Dinner, where rustic charm meets culinary excellence.
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The Muskoka Dinner Jacket Marché Dinner starts at 5pm. Reserve your table here.
The Muskoka Maple Festival is expanding to two days of delightful maple fun, so after enjoying the Saturday festivities on Main Street, head over to Canvas Brewing Co. on Sunday, April 27, from 11am to 4pm for more sweet experiences.
You can explore a vibrant vendor market, watch live maple cooking demos, and indulge in taffy on snow courtesy of Sugarbush Hill Maple Farm. The atmosphere will be lively with live music echoing from the lower patio and taproom, while the kids can enjoy a range of games designed just for them. Don’t forget to sample some maple-inspired beers and cocktails that perfectly complement the sweet treats. Bring your friends and family for a day filled with laughter, music, and the irresistible taste of maple syrup—it's an event you won't want to miss!
Leading up to the Muskoka Maple Festival, get ready for an extraordinary maple-infused adventure with the Sweet Maple Passport across Huntsville! From April 14 to May 30, 2025, this delightful promotion beckons visitors staying at local accommodations to embark on a flavourful journey through seven unique establishments, each offering their own FREE special maple creation. All you have to do is bring your passport!
Imagine starting your day at Affogato Café + Gelato, where the rich, aromatic Maple Mocha Java Coffee awaits to tantalise your taste buds. Pop over to Threshold to savour their artisanal Maple Cortado, expertly crafted to perfection. For those craving something truly decadent, heavenly Maple Butter Tarts from Downtown Espresso and the Nutty Chocolatier promises to be an unforgettable treat, with their perfectly flaky pastry and gooey maple filling that simply melts in your mouth. Fancy something with a bit more kick? The innovative Maple Cherry Bomb Hot Sauce from Farmer's Daughter offers an exciting fusion of sweet maple and spicy heat that will surely awaken your senses. No maple adventure would be complete without a visit to the beloved Henrietta's Pine Bakery in Huntsville for their signature Cinnamon Maple Twist, where traditional baking meets maple magnificence. Round off your sweet expedition at Windmill Bakery & Bistro with their delectable Maple Sandwich Cookie, a divine creation that perfectly balances maple sweetness with buttery goodness.
The best part? Simply by completing your passport and taking part in this delightful maple treasure hunt by trying your FREE maple treats, you'll be automatically entered into a draw for a fantastic spring garden prize pack! Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to explore Huntsville's finest culinary establishments whilst indulging in unique maple creations that showcase the region's renowned maple syrup.
Ready to begin your sweet adventure? Simply register online to receive your passport and set off on an unforgettable journey through Huntsville's most delectable maple offerings. Your taste buds are in for an absolute treat!
Springtime in Huntsville transforms into a magnificent celebration of all things maple, offering an extraordinary array of activities that will delight your palate and ignite your adventurous spirit.
Begin your maple journey at 3 Guys and a Stove, where culinary excellence meets maple mastery. Their signature Charbroiled Back Pork Ribs, generously coated in their house-crafted Muskoka Maple BBQ sauce, are an absolute must-try—and yes, you can take a bottle of this heavenly sauce home! The establishment also presents a delightful Spinach Salad drizzled with their unique cranberry maple dressing, and their Muskoka Maple Sugar Pie is simply divine.
For those seeking libations with a maple twist, Canvas Brewing Co. offers an exceptional Maple Bourbon Sour with Burnt Rosemary. This sophisticated cocktail harmoniously blends local maple syrup with cinnamon and bourbon, perfectly balanced with a splash of zesty lemon juice, then elegantly finished with angostura bitters and a smoky burnt rosemary sprig. Canvas has outdone themselves this year with three distinct maple beers! Their innovative brewers have crafted a special maple syrup concoction that can enhance any of their brews upon request. While this maple enhancement suits their entire range, they particularly recommend experiencing it with their Original, Ember or Bier Garden varieties.
Deerhurst Resort presents their own remarkable interpretation of the Maple Sour—a masterfully crafted blend combining Cabot Trail Maple Whisky with blueberry syrup and citrus, crowned with bitters and an enticing maple sugar rim.
For those craving substantial fare, Tall Trees delivers an impressive array of maple-infused dishes. Their Pork Belly Poke Bowl features crispy fried pork belly luxuriating in maple garlic sauce, served atop jasmine rice and garnished with a medley of pickled cabbage, onions, carrots, edamame, gochujang mayo, pickled ginger, scallions, sesame seeds and fresh cilantro. Their Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Waffle Sandwich, glazed with maple garlic sauce and accompanied by creamy southern slaw and banana peppers, is a testament to comfort food excellence. Tall Trees also excels in the dessert department with two extraordinary butter tart variations. The classic Tall Trees Butter Tart arrives warm, accompanied by velvety vanilla bean ice cream and local maple syrup. For something truly innovative, try their Famous Deep-Fried Butter Tart—imagine a doughnut embracing a butter tart, dusted with cinnamon sugar and topped with vanilla bean ice cream and local maple syrup.
A visit to Sugarbush Hill Maple Farm is essential for understanding the fascinating transformation of sap into syrup. Here, you can witness the time-honoured process firsthand and treat yourself to their legendary maple creemee—a soft-serve ice cream creation that perfectly captures the essence of pure maple flavour. The experience offers fascinating insights into maple syrup production while allowing visitors to sample and purchase various maple products crafted with expertise and passion.
For a delightful family adventure, embark on a Muskoka Maple Trail Wagon Ride at the Back of Beyond Equine Centre. This enchanting journey takes you through picturesque trails, where the natural beauty of Huntsville's landscape unfolds before you. The experience culminates with a warming campfire gathering, where you can sip hot chocolate sweetened with local maple syrup whilst sharing stories and creating lasting memories.
For an online maple delight, MHO Adventures granola with homemade maple syrup is a delicious treat that captures the essence of Muskoka's culinary charm! Crafted in small batches, this granola features a scrumptious blend of rolled oats, pumpkin seeds, almonds, and cranberries, all combined with a signature homemade Muskoka Maple Syrup. Each bite is a crunchy explosion of flavours, enhanced by a hint of cinnamon and ginger, making it a fan favourite among both clients and guides on MHO's expeditions. Perfect for breakfast or a quick snack, this wholesome granola is available online and is sure to become your new go-to delight.
Huntsville's maple season offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the region's sweet heritage through these diverse and carefully curated experiences. Each establishment brings its unique interpretation of maple flavours, from sophisticated cocktails to hearty meals and delectable desserts. Whether you're a culinary enthusiast, a family seeking adventure, or simply someone with a sweet tooth, this spring presents the perfect occasion to discover Huntsville's sweet side and create cherished memories that will last long after the maple season ends!
The sweet scent of spring beckons you to Muskoka's most delightful celebration! From the early morning cheers at the Muskoka Maple Festival’s Kiwanis Sap Run to the sophisticated flavours of the Muskoka Dinner Jacket Marché, every moment promises pure maple magic.
Ready to extend your maple journey? The Sweet Maple Passport opens doors to seven weeks of maple discoveries across cherished local establishments.
Whether you're chasing the perfect maple treat, seeking family adventures, or simply yearning to welcome spring, maple season in Huntsville serves up the sweetest memories. Book your stay and taste the tradition that makes Muskoka truly special!