Welcome to The Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival!

Started in 1969 by the then-named Chamber of Progress, our festival has become a "small town tradition" attended by thousands of visitors for over 35 years. Featuring antiques, arts & crafts, food and, of course, delicious maple syrup, our festival is the largest event held in Wakarusa and is our way of welcoming in Spring.

Visitors love to line up for our famous Pancake and Sausage breakfast, stroll through our quaint downtown, called "uptown" by the locals and sample the wares and culinary delights from the many vendors. You'll also have an opportunity to enjoy delicious bar-b-que from our own Nelson's Golden-Glow.

Don't miss a chance to enjoy a sack of free pop-corn popped in an open kettle, a seemingly small, yet immensely enjoyable part of our festival.
The festival is also an excellent opportunity to stop by our historical museum, which includes a turn-of-the century Norfolk & Western Railway depot, operated by the Wakarusa Historical Society. You'll find we have activities for everyone, young and old.

We hope you'll make your way to the Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival - so you can enjoy the first outing of the season...free popcorn, museums and stops at all places that has something to see or do.

Finally... be sure to purchase some real Wakarusa Maple Syrup - it's a treat you'll not want to miss!