February through March marks the exciting peak of the maple sugaring season, a special time of year when maple syrup production is in full swing. Across the entire region, you’ll find a variety of opportunities to explore and immerse yourself in the rich history and intricate process of making maple syrup—often referred to as liquid gold due to its sweetness and unique flavor.
Not only will you get to learn about the fascinating history behind maple sugaring, but many festivals also offer hands-on experiences for the whole family. You can tap your very own maple trees, watch the syrup being made, and, of course, taste the syrup yourself! There’s something magical about experiencing the process from tree to table, and it’s a great way to enjoy the outdoors with loved ones.
If you’re looking for the best family-friendly events, make sure to check out the many maple sugaring festivals and activities that will be happening near you this season. It’s the perfect way to spend quality time with the whole family while learning something new and sweet!
Maple Sugaring in Westchester County
Teatown Lake Reservation
What to Know: Parking tags are also required daily between 9 am-5 pm.
1600 Spring Valley Road, Ossining
(914) 762-2912
Sugaring season is here at Teatown!
Sugaring Days: March 1,2, 8, and 9; view website for hours
Pancake Brunch: March 15, 8:30 am to 9:30 pm
Muscoot Farm
51 Route 100, Katonah
(914) 864-7286
Swing by Muscoot Farm for a lineup of sugaring events for this year!
Westmoreland Sanctuary
260 Chestnut Ridge Road, Mount Kisco
(914) 666-8448
Maple Sugaring Demo: March 18th
Maple Sugaring in New York City
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
2351 Veterans Road W., Staten Island
(718) 605-397 x201
Maple Syrup Saturdays: February 22nd 1-3
Maple Tapfest 2025: Stay tuned for updates!
Maple Sugaring in Orange County
Hudson Highlands Nature Museum
Outdoor Discovery Center
120 Muser Drive, Cornwall
(845) 534-5506
Maple Sugar Tours: Check website for complete schedule
Choose between Sugar Bush tours and Maple Lane tours, which are perfect for families with small children. Don’t forget to bring home a bottle of maple syrup!
Maple Sugaring on Long Island
Hoyt Farm
200 New Highway, Commack
(631) 543-7804
What to Know: Head to the farm early on the day of the event to register.
Native American and Colonial techniques will be demonstrated to produce maple syrup. Visitors will learn how to make equipment, identify and tap trees, and get to taste the syrup. $10, cash only; no reservations required.
Maple Sugaring in Fairfield County, CT
Stamford Museum & Nature Center
39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford
(203) 977-6521
Maple Sugar Fest Sundays: March 2,9 & 16th
Join SM&NC for added attractions, enhanced programming, tree-tapping demonstrations, and all the maple syrup and treats you can ask for! Head to the website to register!
Maple Sugaring in Bergen County, NJ
Tenafly Nature Center
313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
(201) 568-6093
Maple Sugaring
Learn how to identify a maple tree. Discover the history of syrup making and how technology has changed the gathering of sap over the centuries. Check tapped trees and boil down the sap to make fresh, warm maple syrup, and then have a taste. Dress warmly; the program will be entirely outdoors.
Registration required!
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