Vermont Maple Festival

Vermont’s first crop of the year isn’t corn or apples, it is maple syrup, and St. Albans throws it a three day party every spring. Here’s what to expect from the Vermont Maple Festival.

What to Expect at the Annual Celebration

The Vermont Maple Fest marks its 60th anniversary in 2027, a three day celebration of the state’s first agricultural crop of the year. Expect a parade through downtown, a pancake breakfast, live music, maple tastings, and a full weekend built around one of Vermont’s most beloved traditions.

Event Dates, Location, and Admission Information

Dates: April 23-25, 2027
Admission: General access is free
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Discover the Best of Vermont Maple Culture

The St. Albans, VT, Maple Festival offers everything you need for a memorable experience.

Maple Syrup Tastings and Demonstrations

Sugarhouse tour buses run throughout the weekend, giving visitors a firsthand look at how local families turn sap into syrup. A separate maple beverage tasting event pairs maple flavored beers, wines, ciders, and spirits from Vermont producers.

Local Vendors, Crafts, and Specialty Foods

Downtown St. Albans fills with a craft and specialty food show alongside an antique show, both free to browse, plus food vendors serving maple flavored treats throughout the weekend. Live music runs from the Main Street Stage most of the festival.

Family-Friendly Activities

Face painting, balloon artists, and kids’ entertainment fill Taylor Park throughout the weekend, and Sunday brings the festival’s biggest draws together: the Sap Run road race in the morning followed by the Maple Festival Parade through downtown at noon.

Book Your Stay for the Vermont Maple Festival Today

St. Albans sits about 90 minutes from Stowe, making festival weekend an easy add-on to a longer Vermont trip. Our lodge condos work well as a home base for exploring both towns, and a studio rental is a simple option for a solo traveler or couple building a weekend around the festival. Contact us to book your private stay and to learn more about the Vermont Maple Festival!