2025 MSU Tollgate Farm Maplefest | What’s happening in Ann Arbor / Detroit

2025 MSU Tollgate Farm Maplefest

Join us for a delightful journey into the heart of Michigan's sweetest winter treasure: maple syrup! Learn the fascinating process of how sap transforms into syrup—discover the ideal temperatures needed for sap to flow and the technique for tapping a maple tree. This engaging experience allows you to identify and tap live maple trees, and after your adventure, take a tour of the charming sugar shack while enjoying a variety of fun, maple-themed activities. Hop on a wagon ride, sample fresh maple sap and syrup, and explore the innovative tools and technology that make syrup production possible.

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Indulge in a delicious 'all-you-can-eat pancake celebration' held in a beautifully preserved 19th-century barn. Savor mouthwatering pancakes prepared by Chris Cakes of Michigan, complemented by savory sausage and the main attraction: pure maple syrup! After your hearty breakfast, set aside an additional 1 ½ hours to embark on a tour of the sugar bush, enjoy the wagon ride, and take part in various farm activities. Don't miss the chance to browse our greenhouse for unique gift items and to visit the animal barn for some interactive fun.

Since many of the activities take place outdoors, be sure to dress appropriately for the winter weather. Visit Tollgate’s farm stand for an array of delightful products, including pure maple syrup, honey, and delicious creations made by the 4H club. Join us to celebrate this beloved seasonal crop and uncover the sweetest side of Michigan!

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Maplefest is a fundraiser. Proceeds support educational programming and increase accessibility to schools and individuals who might otherwise not be able to attend programs and camps.

*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.

Location:

1200 N. Telegraph Road North Office Building, #26 East
Pontiac, MI, 48341-0416
United States

Phone:

248-347-3860 ext. 200
Contact name: 
Lisa Bahm
Email address: 
Dates: 
03/08/2025
03/09/2025
Time: 
Hourly Limited Timeslots from 8:30 – 1 pm Saturday and Sunday
Price: 
Pre-Register Price: $18 per person (ages 2 and under are free) Register at Door: $20

Ages

All Ages Adults & kids together