The Sweet Taste of Spring
Every year the town of Elmvale explodes in a celebration of Nature’s rites of Spring – the running of liquid gold – Ontario Pure Maple Syrup. The town transforms into a shoppers’ mall. With over 200 vendors offering maple syrup, food galore, book sales, collectible sales and other country treasures. Don’t miss the Sugar Shack information booth where you can get directions, as well as your copy of the Festival Directory.
All through the village, you will smell the delicious aroma of pancakes and sausages – our all day pancake breakfast, a must for all visitors. As you chow down on this delicious fare, enjoy the sweet sounds of Dusty Roads, The Mugs Band and musical talents from our many special guests.
Mayor of Springwater Township
Jennifer Coughlin
Get ready to indulge in nature’s sweetest gift at the Elmvale Maple Syrup Festival, nestled right here in Springwater Township! We’re thrilled to welcome you to the sweetest festival of the season.
For over 50 years, this festival has been a go-to event for locals and visitors alike. Dive into our community, enjoy exciting entertainment, and of course, taste some of the best maple syrup you’ll find in Canada.
A huge shoutout to our incredible volunteers who work hard year-round to make this festival a hit – your passion and dedication are truly inspiring.
Did you know – the funds raised at the festival return straight into the community, boosting support for local clubs and organizations across our Township.
Springwater Council and staff are overjoyed to see familiar faces and newcomers alike at this beloved event. By joining us year after year, not only do you get to enjoy the festival, but you also champion local growth and community spirit. To those visiting for the first time, we extend an especially warm welcome. We invite you to enjoy the sweetness of our maple syrup, as well as the heartwarming hospitality of Springwater. We promise it’s an experience as sweet as our syrup!
Mayor Jennifer Coughlin
Township of Springwater
Simcoe County Warden
Basil Clarke
The Elmvale Maple Syrup Festival is one of Simcoe County’s most enjoyable and anticipated events each year. This festival not only provides a fun and engaging experience for attendees but also plays a crucial role in raising awareness about our region’s rich history and cultural heritage. It truly represents the essence of who we are as a community.
At the County of Simcoe, we recognize the invaluable contributions of our maple producers. These dedicated farmers play a vital role in our agri-tourism industry, driving economic growth and fostering a deeper connection between visitors and our agricultural roots. As home to the largest municipal forest in Ontario, the County of Simcoe takes immense pride in the high-quality maple syrup and maple products produced here. These products are not only enjoyed locally but are also sold and cherished around the world.
Thank you to the tens of thousands of attendees who visited Elmvale this year. Your participation and enthusiasm help make this festival a resounding success, showcasing the best of what Simcoe County has to offer.
Member of Provincial Parliament
Barrie – Springwater – Oro-Medonte
Doug Downey
Welcome to the 57th annual Elmvale Maple Syrup Festival! The Elmvale Maple Syrup Festival is an opportunity for the great community of Elmvale, and the surrounding areas in Springwater Township, and across the province, to gather and celebrate what it means to be Canadian.
As MPP for Barrie – Springwater – Oro-Medonte, it is my immense pleasure to take part in this event once more. Despite my lack of success in the log-sawing contest, it is always great to visit this festival and catch up with our local maple syrup producers, volunteers and visitors who come to enjoy the tastes, sights and sounds of our maple syrup festival.
The Elmvale Maple Syrup festival is not just an opportunity for us to gather, but an opportunity to give back to this great community that we all know and love. Funds raised from the EMSF help to support our schools, music programs, library, arena and community hall projects, as well as the Girl Guides, Scouts, and may other projects that may not have adequate funding.
I look forward to celebrating the spirit of community in Elmvale with all of you today. As you enjoy the festival, please take time to thank all the volunteers, organizers, vendors, sponsors and partners. Without them, the Maple Syrup Festival would not be possible.
Thank you and have a wonderful time!
Doug Downey
Member of Provincial Parliament
Barrie – Springwater – Oro-Medonte
Member of Parliament
Barrie – Springwater – Oro-Medonte
Doug Shipley
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2025 Elmvale Maple Syrup Festival, one of the great traditions in our region. I hope you will enjoy all the day has to offer!
I am grateful to represent the riding of Barrie—Springwater—Oro-Medonte as the Member of Parliament.
Whether you are a full time or seasonal resident or a visitor for the day, volunteers and organizers are so happy to host you here and share all the fun and excitement of the festival. From spirited competitions to local vendors with tasty maple-based wares this is a wonderful way to make lasting memories and perhaps build new traditions of your own.
While visiting, please take a moment to thank one of the many volunteers who dedicate so much time and effort to make this festival a success year after year. The Elmvale Maple Syrup Festival has been a community tradition for over five decades and it could not continue without the tireless dedication of great volunteers.
Look forward to seeing you there!
Doug Shipley
Member of Parliament
Barrie—Springwater—Oro-Medonte