Mark your calendars for one of the most delicious times of the year! New York State Maple Weekend is back, taking place across two weekends—March 22nd-23rd and March 29th-30th—and the Sullivan Catskills are ready to celebrate. Whether you’re craving fresh maple syrup straight from the source, creative maple-infused cocktails, or family-friendly fun, we’ve got plenty of ways to satisfy your sweet tooth.
🍁 Maple Magic at Mamakating Environmental Education Center
Sunday, March 23 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Come experience the full maple journey—from tapping a Sugar Maple tree to tasting the final golden syrup. This hands-on event is perfect for all ages and features:
– A maple syrup taste test
– Fresh waffles drizzled in syrup
-“Sugar on Snow” maple candy
– A craft activity for kids
Admission is $10 per person and registration is required, call 845-644-5014 to reserve your spot.
🍁 Maple-Inspired Bites & Sips Around Town
☕ Callicoon Caffe
Start your day with a cozy Maple Latte and enjoy local maple syrup paired with their mouthwatering breakfast dishes.
🥃 Peppino’s Restaurant– Callicoon
Sip on the sweet side with specialty cocktails like a Maple Old Fashioned and Maple Sour, crafted with local maple syrup and Catskill Provisions Maple Bourbon.
🍹 Rock Valley Spirits– Long Eddy
Cheers to NYS Maple Weekend with two exclusive maple cocktails made to highlight the rich, caramel notes of this seasonal staple. The first, Maple Pecan Old Fashioned, is made with Rock Valley Spirits “American Single Malt Whiskey”, RVS House-Made Maple-Pecan Cocktail Mix a dash of Angostura bitters and a generous shave of orange peel (w/o pith). The second, Cider house Rye, is made with Rock Valley Spirits “Empire Rye Whiskey”, RVS Cider house Cocktail Mix, Club Soda and a dash of Orange Bitters.
🍁 Sweet Experiences at the Farms and Maple Producers
Justus Asthalter Maple’s Maple Weekend Open House- Parksville
March 29-30 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Take a sweet tour and demonstration and witness the full process of making maple syrup—from tree to table. With live sap boiling and plenty of samples, this is a can’t-miss experience for any maple enthusiast.
Catskill Mountain Sugar House– Grahamsville
Stop by and taste the goodness of their locally produced maple syrup. (Stay tuned for more details!)
Winterton Farms/Two Farms Brewing– Bloomingburg
Visit both weekends for maple tours and enjoy special maple-inspired food pop-ups featuring creative, farm-fresh flavors.
Diehl Homestead Farm– Callicoon
Maple Open House 2025 is a two day event! Visit March 22nd or 23rd to see Maple Sugaring at its best. Enjoy some fresh syrup and pancakes while you’re here! Free event open to the public. Dress warm, it’s indoor & outdoor and it’s a farm 🚜 12 noon to 5pm each day
Whether you prefer your maple syrup poured over pancakes, stirred into your cocktail, or enjoyed right from the tap, NYS Maple Weekend in the Sullivan Catskills is the perfect way to welcome spring and indulge in the region’s sweetest traditions.
Make your plans, bring your appetite, and get ready to explore the sweeter side of the Catskills!
