Looking for the essentials? Maple Sugar Festival practical information is everything you need to plan your visit: ticket prices, hours, location, and handy tips for a sweet family day out.
Maple Sugar Festival practical information at a glance
- đź“… Dates: February 20, 21, 22, 2026
- đź“Ť Location: Beban Park Social Centre, Nanaimo BC
- 🎟️Ticket prices:
Kids under 12: Free
Adults:
– Weekend pass: $15 at the door / $13 online presale
– Day pass: $10 at the door / $8 online presale - ⏰ Opening hours:
– Friday: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
– Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
– Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fun for every day!
ℹ️Kids’ activities AND market are only on Saturday and Sunday!
Friday: a night of folk & tradition
Kick off the festival with French Canadian music! Try a dance lesson with V’ni Dansi, before closing the night with smooth jazz.
Saturday: fun for the whole family
This is our busiest day! Don’t miss Missy D, plus our headliners Mélisande and Alpha Yaya Diallo.
Sunday: celebrating 25 years
On Sunday we celebrate our 25th anniversary! Discover amazing music and cap the festival with a a magical show!
Tickets & Prices
ℹ️Kids’ under 12: FREE!
Adults tickets price:
- Weekend pass: $15 at the door / $13 online presale
- Day pass: $10 at the door / $8 online presale
đź’ˇVery obvious pro tip: Save a few dollars and skip the line, grab your presale tickets online!
