Vermont Maple Open House Weekend 2026: A Sweet Tradition You Can’t Miss

March 21-22, 2026 | Sugarhouses Across Vermont

It starts with a tap…

Maple buckets collecting sap from maple trees in Vermont.

A tiny hole in a towering maple tree, the slow, steady drip of pure sap into a waiting bucket. Inside the sugarhouse, steam billows, filling the air with the unmistakable aroma of something sweet in the making.

This is Vermont’s sweetest time of year. And you’re invited.

Vermont Maple Open House Weekend 2026

In 2026, Maple Open House Weekend takes place on Saturday, March 21, and Sunday, March 22, right in the heart of sugaring season. It’s a statewide celebration built around the sugaring tradition, with more maple treats than you could possibly sample in one weekend.

What Is Maple Open House Weekend?

This annual event gives visitors a behind-the-scenes look at Vermont’s maple industry, from tree to table.

More than 90 sugar makers and partner businesses participate, offering tours, tastings, and hands-on experiences that showcase both time-honored techniques and modern innovations in sugaring.

It’s an opportunity to meet the people behind the syrup, learn how sap becomes liquid gold, and understand why maple syrup is deeply woven into Vermont’s identity.

What You Can Expect to Experience

Every sugarhouse does things a little differently, which makes exploring especially fun. Across the state, you’ll find a mix of classic traditions and creative twists, including:

Sugarhouse and sugarbush tours that explain the full sugaring process
Samples of fresh maple syrup and specialty maple products
Pancake and waffle breakfasts served with plenty of syrup
Maple donuts, cotton candy, ice cream, and creemees
Live music, food trucks, and seasonal cocktails at select locations

Some stops lean heavily into old-school sugaring heritage, while others pair maple with craft beverages, modern food, or family-friendly activities. No two visits are the same.

Why Maple Matters So Much in Vermont

Vermont isn’t just known for maple syrup; it leads the nation by a wide margin.

In 2024, Vermont sugar makers produced 3.1 million gallons of maple syrup, accounting for more than half of total U.S. production. That dominance comes from a combination of climate, landscape, and generations of knowledge passed down through sugar makers across the state.

Maple Open House Weekend is a chance to see that leadership in action and to understand why Vermont is the first place people think of when they think of maple syrup.

Planning Your Maple Weekend

maple on snow. — Sugar on snow — spring’s most delightful treat!

With dozens of participating locations spread across Vermont, a little planning goes a long way. Many visitors choose a region to explore, building a loop of sugarhouses, breakfast stops, and scenic back roads. Others make a full weekend of it with an overnight stay and a relaxed pace.

To find participating sugarhouses, event details, and driving routes, visit the Vermont Maple Sugar Makers’ Association.

A Sweet Way to Welcome Spring

Maple Open House Weekend marks the unofficial start of spring in Vermont. The days are longer, the woods are waking up, and sugarhouses are buzzing with activity.

Whether you’re a longtime maple lover or experiencing sugaring season for the first time, this weekend offers a flavorful, hands-on way to celebrate Vermont’s sweetest tradition.

Come hungry. Leave happy. (And maybe a little sticky.)