Residents and visitors in Durham Region can celebrate maple season at the Pefferlaw Creek Farms Maple Syrup Festival in Uxbridge, where guests are invited to explore the farm, enjoy traditional maple treats, and experience the sights and sounds of the sugar bush.
The festival takes place at Pefferlaw Creek Farms, located at 12300 Concession 6 in Uxbridge, and offers a variety of family-friendly activities that highlight the process of making maple syrup while celebrating local food and farming traditions.
Visitors attending the Pefferlaw Creek Farms Maple Syrup Festival in Uxbridge can participate in guided tapping tours and sugar shack tours, where they will learn how maple sap is collected and transformed into fresh maple syrup. Guests will also have the opportunity to sample maple syrup and enjoy maple taffy, a popular seasonal treat made by pouring hot syrup over snow.
The festival also includes hiking through the farm’s sugar bush, giving visitors a chance to explore the natural surroundings while learning about the maple harvesting process.
One of the highlights of the event is a pancake meal served with local farmers’ sausages and unlimited maple syrup. The pancakes are made using a family recipe prepared with whole food ingredients, while the pork sausages are sourced weekly from Willowtree Farm, supporting local agriculture.
In addition to the food and tours, visitors can enjoy live music performances, creating a festive atmosphere for families and friends visiting the farm during maple season.
The maple syrup festival will run on several weekends throughout the spring season, including:
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March 7–8
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March 14–15
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March 21–22
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March 28–29
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April 4
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April 11–12
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April 18–19
Festival activities will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on each event day.
Organizers note that festival activities will not operate on Easter Sunday (April 5), although the farm store will remain open for counter sales without tickets.
Admission to the festival is free for children under 12, while visitors aged 13 and older pay $10 per person.
The ticket price includes:
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Sugar shack tour
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Maple tapping tour
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Maple syrup tasting
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One maple taffy per person
Tickets are available at the door only, and visitors should note that cash payment is required.
The pancake meal is not included in the admission price and can be purchased separately during the event.
The Pefferlaw Creek Farms Maple Syrup Festival in Uxbridge provides a unique opportunity for families and visitors to experience traditional maple syrup production while supporting local farmers and enjoying a classic Canadian springtime tradition.
