2022 Maple Festival Begins in Taylor County

Downtown Medford, Wisconsin

Spring is now in full swing in Medford, WI! Maple sugaring season has been well underway since late February. This year on April 30th, the town is holding their 9th annual Maple Festival at their own Taylor County Fairgrounds, to celebrate the renowned sugar maple tree at the conclusion of its harvesting season. Deemed Wisconsin’s state tree in 1949, the sugar maple attracts thousands each year with its flashy display of red and golden leaves that never cease to amaze those who witness them. But most visitors end up staying to satisfy their sweet tooth, indulging in the seemingly endless ways to use maple syrup and sugar. Taylor County’s Maple Fest welcomes locals and visitors alike to experience how the sugar maple’s versatility connects the community, from maple-sweetened cuisine to wood crafting to rich tourism. Just be sure to wear layers to fully enjoy the northern spring season!

Making memories within the community

Celebrations kick off Friday night at 6pm at Marilyn’s Fire House in downtown Medford, where visitors can enjoy live music and the beginning of many delectable maple treats. Saturday’s events start bright and early at 7am with a pancake breakfast at the county fairgrounds, served with Wisconsin’s pure maple syrup and paired with the delectable sausage and ham. From there, the day is filled with entertainment for all ages! Live music throughout the day sets the perfect jovial tone for springtime as crafters and food/beverage vendors offer a broad collection of sugar maple products to browse while enjoying the ambiance. Guests can observe behind the scenes on one of the many “Sugar Shack” tours offered and learn the process of creating pure maple syrup or engage in a cooking seminar demonstrating how to incorporate maple syrup into a plethora of different food dishes. There will also be a maple syrup judging contest to showcase the dedication that Wisconsin’s maple sugar-makers give to producing the best maple syrup in the county.

Chainsaw sculpture demonstrations add a unique dimension to the day’s festivities as well, exhibiting striking art techniques that date back decades. Guests even have the potential opportunity to take a sugar maple home if entered in the maple tree giveaway! Other happenings to look for throughout the day include exploring the Taylor County Historical Museum (open until 3pm), riding the peddle tractor, and even indulging in a maple-flavored root beer float (a must-try in our book!). Click here for more information on all of this year’s events.

Bring the entire family!

The Taylor County Maple Fest is also a fantastic playground for families! The Red Wagon Parade hits off at 10:30am, where The Taylor County Lions Club encourages children under the age of 12, along with their parents and teachers, to design their own float based on the theme, “Celebrate Wisconsin’s Maple Tree.” Ongoing throughout the event, the Maple Scavenger Hunt also provides all-day entertainment so parents can both enjoy themselves and participate with their children in an exciting, fun-loving game. Consider getting wildly creative with Mischief and Magic Out of Green Bay to add extra sparkle to the day, where kids can enjoy beautiful face painting, balloon twisting, and magic. There’s even a children’s bike raffle drawing–the cherry on top of a sensational family vacation, or just the cherry on top of another memorable maple festival for locals. Guests who wish to participate in a particular scheduled event must register beforehand and can access entry forms through the official website, along with any additional scheduling and event information.

Spring Tradition in Medford, Wisconsin

Maple sugaring is an age-old tradition that continues to fascinate, but only a lucky few actually get to witness the process firsthand. Medford, WI warmly invites everyone near and far to experience the historical sweetness and sense of community that the Taylor County Maple Festival consistently offers year after year, springtime after springtime. The festival will continue throughout Saturday afternoon, but it will only be around for one day, so don’t miss out on this noteworthy Wisconsin experience!

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