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Loading ...SPRING FESTIVALS - THE ELMIRA MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL 2008
As winter disappears into spring and temperatures rise the thoughts of families in Ontario, Canada turn to the making of maple syrup. This is one of the oldest traditions in North America and part of Canada’s heritage.
On the 4th and 5th of April, all roads lead to the town of Elmira for the world’s largest Maple Syrup Festival. Why not join the folks there for a couple of fun-filled days with something for all the family. Continuing a tradition of 41 years, the Festival is supported by 2000+ volunteers and aims to raise funds for local charities.
On the Saturday there are events for all the family from early morning until the evening. These include the following:
Pancake Passion. Kick off your day and help eat some of the 15000 pancakes cooked every year, hot off the griddle and smothered in Waterloo County maple syrup.
Mall Madness. The heart of the Festival is Main Street with almost a mile of temptations. The street is lined with booths selling local crafts and food. How about hot apple fritters on a cool Spring morning.
Farm Fun. The festival brings the farm into Elmira. Kids will love meeting all the four-footed, furry and feathered animals at Old MacDonalds Farm just off Main Street. The pony rides will provide great photos.
Toys for All. Kids and serious collectors will revel in the enormous collection of old and new toys in the Lion Hall. Since 1987, the Festival has produced a toy bank (money box) and these have become collector’ items.
Sugarbush Bus. Join the tour of a working sugarbush farm. Transfer to a hay wagon and see the entire operation and even sample the maple goodies
Mega Mutts. Do not miss the performance of Elmira’s Mega Mutts. These dogs perform feats of agility and amazing stunts and have appeared in shows throughout Ontario.
Flippers. Before or after eating your pancakes take part in the pancake flipping contest. An hilarious relay contest now in its twenty first year.
Finally, visit the antiques and quilt sales open throughout the day. There is no doubt that the entire family will enjoy this fun-filled day in Elmira at the World’s largest Maple Syrup Festival
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