Makanda Maple Syrup Festival

Saturday, Mar 22, 2025 at 9:00am

Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center
1206 Touch of Nature Road
618-453-1121

Join us for two full days of family fun at the Maple Syrup Festival! This exciting event has something for everyone, including maple syrup-making demonstrations, guided nature hikes, lumberjack demonstrations, kids’ activities, vendors, artisans, and so much more. Admission to the festival is free, and nearly all activities—like demonstrations, nature hikes, and children’s programming— from 9 AM to 4 PM are included at no additional cost.

Event Schedule

Pancake Breakfast
9 AM - 2 PM

Maple Syrup Process
On-going daily

Maple Syrup Demos
Meet at Lions Pavilion for demos both days. 10 AM, 11 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM

Lumberjack Games
Saturday and Sunday. Shows start at 11 AM, 1 PM, 3 PM

Climbing Wall
10 AM - 12 PM, 12:30 PM - 3 PM - Weather Permitting

Giant Swing
10 AM - 12:30 PM, 1 PM - 3 PM - Weather Permitting

Bar and Grill
11 AM - 3 PM

Live Music
Saturday and Sunday, 11 AM-3:30 PM

Children's Activities
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

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