Mississauga’s annual maple syrup festival includes a variety of maple-themed activities for all ages.
Learn about the Indigenous origins of the maple harvest, experience the process of making maple syrup, indulge in pancakes with real maple syrup, and enjoy crafts, games and guided tours of the site.
Please note: This is a paid event and tickets can be purchased online. This event will be held rain or shine.
Activities available
Pancakes with real maple syrup
Outdoor guided tours of the maple sap line with Museum interpreters
Visit the historic Bradley House, where Museum interpreters will re-enact the seasonal activities of the Bradley Family
Learn about Indigenous seasonal food traditions from Elder Mark Sault of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation (March 8 and 9 only)
Puppet making with Crane Creations Theatre Company
Community string activity led by Naomi Smith
Live music by Alana and Leigh Cline (March 9 from 1 to 3 pm)
Facepainting (March 15 only)
Crafts and games
Gift shop at the Anchorage Gallery, with maple syrup and treats by Canadian producers
Parking
Parking is extremely limited onsite at Bradley Museum and along Orr Road where legally permitted. There is some overflow parking available at nearby Meadowwood Park.
Visitors are encouraged to take our free shuttle bus service from Clarkson GO or Clarkson Community Centre.
Free shuttle service available
From Clarkson GO Station: Pick-ups will occur from the south parking lot near the entrance to the parking garage.