New York Maple Weekends 2026
Mark your calendars! The annual New York State Maple Weekends are back to celebrate the sweet tradition of pure maple syrup production. Join farms across the state on March 21-22 and March 28-29, 2026, from 10am to 4pm (check for individual farm exceptions) for a taste of agri-tourism at its finest.
Check out the full list of locations participating in the 2026 New York State Maple Weekends.
3 Ways to Experience Maple Weekend in Oneida County
Local maple producers are eager and excited to welcome you to Oneida County for the 2026 New York State Maple Weekends.
- Shaw’s Maple Products (Clinton): Annual pancake breakfast (9 am-1 pm), maple ice cream bars, and fresh cider donuts. Free sugarhouse tours and product samples until 4 pm.
- Tibbits Maple (New Hartford): Free tours and samples showcasing the process from tree to table. Pure maple products available for purchase.
- VVS FFA Maple Weekend (VVS HS Gym, March 28-29): Enjoy a pancake breakfast (7:30 am-12 pm), a free Sap House Tour (9 am-1 pm), and the official Maple Tree Tapping Ceremony (Sunday, 11 am). Adult admission is $12.
What to Know Before You Go
Dress for the Weather
- March in New York is unpredictable!
- Farms are often rustic and muddy.
- Dressing in layers, wearing closed-toe or insulated footwear, and wool socks are highly recommended.
Cost
- Tours and maple product samples are offered free of charge at most sites (museums are the exception).
- On-site pancake breakfasts, where available, may incur a per-plate cost that varies by location.
The Experience
- Maple Weekend is a chance to visit the farms, see the process of sap cooking down to syrup, and taste a variety of delicious maple products made right there.
- Check out the interactive map of participating producers: Producers Map
Join your family and friends to enjoy a day of fun and learn the tradition of making pure NYS Maple Syrup. For more general information, visit the Maple Weekend Website or the NYS Maple Website.
