Get ready for fall fun at one of central Wisconsin’s most popular events—thousands of people flock to Wildwood Park in Marshfield every September for Maple Fall Fest, a seasonal arts & crafts show with more than 150 vendors, live entertainment, maple syrup products, and much more. Here’s what you need to know about this exciting event.
The Details – What, When, Where & How Much
Maple Fall Fest is one of Marshfield’s signature annual events, featuring an arts & crafts show with 150+ vendors, a wide array of maple syrup products, Amish specialties, kids’ activities, live entertainment, appearances by “Grillin’ Buddies” Mad Dog & Merrill, and much more.
This year’s Maple Fall Fest—the 32nd annual celebration—returns to Wildwood Park & Zoo, 1800 S. Roddis Ave., on September 14-15, 2024.
Admission to the festival is free, but there is a charge for the pancake breakfast on Saturday and Sunday.
The Schedule
Maple Fall Fest offers two days of entertainment across the grounds of Wildwood Park & Zoo. Here is this year’s schedule:
Saturday, September 14
- 7am-noon: Pancake breakfast (regular and potato pancakes available) featuring Hewitt’s maple sausage; $10 adults, $5 ages 6 and under
- 9am-4pm: Family Activities including Grey Dog Axe Throwing and Kids’ Zone with Inflatables, Arts & Crafts by Discovery Education Station & Chestnut Center for the Arts
- 9am-5pm: Maple Fall Fest arts & craft show featuring 150+ vendors; Amish specialties; Maple Village; maple syrup products; food court & beer garden
- 10am: Performance by Main Street Conservatory of Dance: Jazz Dance Company and Ballet company
- 11:30am: Mad Dog & Merril – “Grillin’ Buddies”
- 1pm: Performance & dance lessons by the Country Style Dancers
- 2:30pm: Marshfield Area Actors Performance
Sunday, September 15
- 7am-noon: Pancake breakfast (regular and potato pancakes available) featuring Hewitt’s maple sausage; $10 adults, $5 ages 6 and under
- 10am-4pm: Family Activities including Grey Dog Axe Throwing and Kids’ Zone with Inflatables, Arts & Crafts by Discovery Education Station & Chestnut Center for the Arts
- 10am-4pm: Maple Fall Fest arts & craft show featuring 150+ vendors; Amish specialties; Maple Village; maple syrup products; food court & beer garden
- 11:30am: Mad Dog & Merril – “Grillin’ Buddies”
- 2:30pm: Marshfield Monarch butterfly release on Main Stage
Learn more about this year’s Maple Fall Fest here.
More About Marshfield
Marshfield is a popular getaway destination in central Wisconsin all year round, home to interesting attractions like Wildwood Park & Zoo, Jurustic Park, Upham Mansion, and the World’s Largest Round Barn.
A wide range of hotels & motels welcome visitors, offering amenities for business travelers, families, and other groups.
Looking for unique opportunities for dining and shopping? You’ll find them throughout Marshfield, including in the city’s historic downtown district.
Find more upcoming events in Marshfield here.
