Each year, as winter begins to loosen its grip on Northern New England, a beloved tradition returns across both Vermont and New Hampshire. On March 21–22, Maple Open House Weekend invites visitors to experience the magic of maple season as sugarhouses throughout the region open their doors to the public. In Vermont alone, more than 90 sugarhouses and maple-related businesses welcome guests for tours, tastings, pancake breakfasts, and demonstrations that show how raw sap becomes the region’s famous “liquid gold.”
Across both states, the weekend is about much more than syrup. Maple sugaring is a tradition rooted in generations of craftsmanship and rural heritage. Many of the families producing syrup today have been doing so for decades, some even for centuries. Visitors can watch steam rise from the evaporators, sample fresh maple syrup, and enjoy classic treats like sugar-on-snow and maple donuts. Scenic drives through back roads lined with sugar maples add to the experience, offering a chance to connect with the landscape and the communities that define life in Vermont and New Hampshire.
In New Hampshire, sugarhouses across the state host similar tours, tastings, and family-friendly events that follow the journey of maple syrup from tree to table. Together, Vermont and New Hampshire create a regional celebration of maple season that brings residents and visitors out to support local producers while experiencing one of Northern New England’s most iconic traditions.
At Coldwell Banker Lifestyles, weekends like Maple Open House Weekend highlight why so many people choose to call Vermont and New Hampshire home. These traditions reflect communities that are welcoming, authentic, and deeply connected to the land. It’s a reminder that life here is about more than beautiful homes, it’s about the lifestyle, the shared traditions, and the sense of place that make Northern New England special.
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About Coldwell Banker Lifestyles: Coldwell Banker Lifestyles is a top 10 real estate firm in New Hampshire and joined the Coldwell Banker brand in 2016, and is a member of the prestigious Coldwell Banker Chairman’s Circle as one of the top Coldwell Banker affiliated companies in the world. With approximately 160 real estate sales professionals in 10 offices throughout New Hampshire and Vermont, we are committed to providing exceptional service guiding buyers and sellers to successful real estate transactions.
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