Maple Festival Events

Join us for a celebration of Ohio’s maple syrup heritage with exciting activities and events.

Tappin’ Sunday
A lively crowd of young people wearing maroon and gold clothing gather at an outdoor event. Many are cheering, smiling, and holding drinks. A large sign in the background reads 'FIRE CHIPS'. The sky is overcast and there are trees and a lamppost visible.
A lively crowd of young people wearing maroon and gold clothing gather at an outdoor event. Many are cheering, smiling, and holding drinks. A large sign in the background reads 'FIRE CHIPS'. The sky is overcast and there are trees and a lamppost visible.

Ceremonial tapping of maple trees to kick off the syrup season in Chardon Square.

A vibrant outdoor event with people dressed in orange and yellow uniforms holding colorful balloons. A festive backdrop with a green illustrated mural and an arch made of multicolored balloons. A diverse crowd gathers, some holding signs and various objects. Trees and greenery surround the area, giving a lively and community-oriented atmosphere.
A vibrant outdoor event with people dressed in orange and yellow uniforms holding colorful balloons. A festive backdrop with a green illustrated mural and an arch made of multicolored balloons. A diverse crowd gathers, some holding signs and various objects. Trees and greenery surround the area, giving a lively and community-oriented atmosphere.
A rustic wooden building with a steep, gabled roof stands in the middle of a park surrounded by trees in their autumn colors. The building seems to be constructed from logs, giving it a quaint and historical appearance. Bright fall leaves are scattered on the ground and hang from branches above, framing the structure.
A rustic wooden building with a steep, gabled roof stands in the middle of a park surrounded by trees in their autumn colors. The building seems to be constructed from logs, giving it a quaint and historical appearance. Bright fall leaves are scattered on the ground and hang from branches above, framing the structure.
Festival Activities

Enjoy various events celebrating maple syrup, including tastings, demonstrations, and family-friendly fun.

Experience the rich history of maple syrup production through engaging activities and local vendors.

Heritage Celebration
A lively outdoor event featuring a fountain with water jets in the foreground. People are gathering around red and white tents with vibrant decorations. A red bridge crosses over a pond, adding a festive atmosphere.
A lively outdoor event featuring a fountain with water jets in the foreground. People are gathering around red and white tents with vibrant decorations. A red bridge crosses over a pond, adding a festive atmosphere.

Festival

Celebrate maple syrup heritage with exciting events in Chardon!

A large crowd of people gathers at a festival beneath a decorative entrance resembling towers with vibrant blue and red lighting. The area is adorned with colorful flags and banners, creating a festive atmosphere.
A large crowd of people gathers at a festival beneath a decorative entrance resembling towers with vibrant blue and red lighting. The area is adorned with colorful flags and banners, creating a festive atmosphere.
A large crowd of people gathered on a snowy slope, with many wearing colorful winter clothing. Trees frame the scene, and a small building is visible in the background. The crowd seems to be participating in an outdoor event or festival.
A large crowd of people gathered on a snowy slope, with many wearing colorful winter clothing. Trees frame the scene, and a small building is visible in the background. The crowd seems to be participating in an outdoor event or festival.
A market setting with various advertisements for poultry and seafood. Hanging prominently is a large red lobster plush toy. Surrounding signs promote locally sourced poultry and seafood from Ohio. The overhead structure is made of red metal beams, creating an industrial feel.
A market setting with various advertisements for poultry and seafood. Hanging prominently is a large red lobster plush toy. Surrounding signs promote locally sourced poultry and seafood from Ohio. The overhead structure is made of red metal beams, creating an industrial feel.
An amusement park entrance featuring a large sign with cloud and cartoon graphics, held by ornate pillars. People are gathered below, some taking photos, while a vibrant blue and red churro is prominently held in the foreground.
An amusement park entrance featuring a large sign with cloud and cartoon graphics, held by ornate pillars. People are gathered below, some taking photos, while a vibrant blue and red churro is prominently held in the foreground.
A series of small wooden huts is perched over a stream with cascading waterfalls, set against a backdrop of autumnal trees with colorful foliage. People are walking around, adding a sense of life to the picturesque natural setting.
A series of small wooden huts is perched over a stream with cascading waterfalls, set against a backdrop of autumnal trees with colorful foliage. People are walking around, adding a sense of life to the picturesque natural setting.

Festival Activities

A lush canopy of maple leaves displays vibrant autumn colors, transitioning from green to shades of orange, red, and yellow. The scene is partially framed by ornate, dark woodwork, creating a picturesque view of the changing season against a backdrop of deeper forest greenery.
A lush canopy of maple leaves displays vibrant autumn colors, transitioning from green to shades of orange, red, and yellow. The scene is partially framed by ornate, dark woodwork, creating a picturesque view of the changing season against a backdrop of deeper forest greenery.

Join us for the Geauga County Maple Festival, celebrating maple syrup heritage in historic Chardon Square.