Looking for a fun, family-friendly way to shake off Erie's winter and welcome spring? It’s time to round up the kiddos and head out for the 2025 Northwest Pennsylvania Maple Taste & Tour Weekend, happening March 15 and 16, from 10 AM to 4 p.m. each day.
This annual tradition is a must-do for families who love a little adventure mixed with something delicious (and let’s be honest, who doesn’t?). You’ll get to explore charming local sugarhouses, watch real maple syrup being made, and—best of all—taste all the maple goodies along the way! 🍁🥞
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What’s in Store?
- Behind-the-Scenes Sugarhouse Tours – Your kids will love seeing how sap transforms into syrup (aka liquid gold!).
- Mouthwatering Maple Treats – Think warm apple dumplings, maple milkshakes, maple BBQ, sweet tea, and even maple hot dogs!
- Hands-On Learning – Meet local maple experts, check out old-school sugaring equipment, and discover why Pennsylvania syrup is the best.
- Family Fun & Fresh Air – A perfect excuse to get outdoors, explore, and make sweet memories together.
Plan Your Maple-Filled Weekend
Just click over to the Northwest Pennsylvania Maple Syrup Producers Association website to see all the participating sugarhouses in Erie County! Among the sugarhouses participating in Erie County is Hurry Hill Farm & Museum, where you can take wagon rides, see how pure maple sugar is made, and visit their maple museum.
Event Details:
📅 Dates: Saturday & Sunday, March 15-16, 2025
⏰ Time: 10 AM - 4 PM each day
📍 Location: Multiple sugarhouses across Northwest PA
Don’t Miss the Sweetest Weekend of the Year!
This event is more than just a tour—it’s a delicious, memory-making experience your family will talk about long after the syrup bottles are empty. So grab your coziest boots, pack up the kids, and get ready for a day filled with sweet treats, fresh air, and lots of family fun!