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Saturday April 25, 2026
maple in muskoka
The maple harvest (and its deliciously, sweet bounty) is synonymous with our Canadian heritage. The origins of maple syrup in Canada can be traced back to the native peoples of eastern North America. Legend has it that an Iroquois chief yanked his hatchet out of a maple tree where he had left it. The sweet sap trickled down into a birchbark bowl that was leaning against the tree, and the rest is history. The sap bucket hanging from a maple tree has become one of the most iconic and lasting images of an entire era.
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Canadians look forward to the ‘liquid gold rush’ of the maple harvest every spring. We flock to our nearest sugarbush to pick up that sweet maple syrup to infuse our favourite foods with. Historically used to coat pancakes and french toast, maple syrup has expanded its uses and is now a favourite ingredient in many-a Canadian kitchens. Maple syrup can be used to sweeten your coffee, to liven up a balsamic salad dressing, to add another element to your smoky barbeque sauce, and much more!
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If you can’t tell, we love our maple syrup in Muskoka, and we have decided to show our love for Canada’s staple product by celebrating its annual harvest with the Muskoka Maple Trail and the Muskoka Maple Festival.
Come hungry and join this spring’s sweetest party!
what to expect
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maple festival SCHEDULE
SATURDAY APRIL 25, 2026 // 9am-5pm
MAIN STREET, DOWNTOWN HUNTSVILLE
FREE ENTRY!
9AM-5PM
Maple Marketplace
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9AM-5PM
Maple Inspired Dining
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9AM-5PM
Mini Golf​
9AM-5PM
Game Zone
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9AM-12PM
Rotary Pancake Breakfast
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9AM-10AM
Kiwanis Sap Run
11AM-4PM
Drumming Circle​
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11AM-5PM
Live Music
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11AM-5PM
Busker Square
fun zone and games area sponsor
Golden Maple ticket
giveaway
Ready for a weekend that’s as sweet as it is rewarding? Explore Huntsville is leveling up the Muskoka Maple Festival with the exclusive Golden Maple Ticket giveaway. We want to reward our overnight guests with more than just great memories—we’re giving away a luxury vacation!
Full details and registration can be found at: https://explorehuntsville.ca/golden-maple-ticket/
The "Sweet" Deal: The first 350 guests to book an overnight stay in Huntsville for the festival weekend (April 24-26, 2026) will receive a premium Maple Welcome Kit at check-in. Inside, you’ll find:
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A bottle of authentic "liquid gold" from Maple Bluff Farm.
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Two vouchers for local maple treats.
The Big Prize: We’ve hidden four physical Golden Maple Tickets inside select kits. Find one, and you’ll win a Huntsville getaway package valued at over $1,000. The Grand Prize includes:
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$600 Deerhurst Resort Gift Card
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$200 Tall Trees Muskoka Gift Card
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$150 in Downtown Dollars
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$50 in Gas Cards
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Huntsville Hat
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Maple Lotion
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Maple Candle
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Muskoka Maple Syrup from Sugarbush Hill Maple Farm.
3 Steps to Win:
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Book: Secure your room at a participating Huntsville hotel or resort for April 24–26.
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Register: Fill out the online form to claim your spot in the first 350: https://explorehuntsville.ca/golden-maple-ticket/
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Enjoy: Pick up your kit at the front desk when you check in and see if you’ve struck gold!
Where to Redeem Your Vouchers:
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Affogato Cafe + Gelato: Maple Drip Coffee
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Farmer’s Daughter: Forest Maple Tea
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Henrietta’s Pine Bakery: Cinnamon Maple Twist
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Muskoka Stuffed Cooking Co.: Muskoka Maple Clouds (Maple Meringues)
Nutty Chocolatier: Heritage Maple Butter Tart -
Rusty Rake: Maple Coffee or Latte
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Threshold: Salted Maple Apple Cider
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Windmill Bakery and Bistro: Maple Pecan Cookie
PARTNERS
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