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Merck Forest Harvest Festival

September 20 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Merck Forest Harvest Festival!

Join us for an autumn celebration of forests and timber at Merck Forest & Farmland!

Time & Location

Sep 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Merck Forest & Farmland Center, 3270 VT-315, Rupert, VT 05768, USA

About the event

Join us at one of MFFC’s most beloved festivals! Harvest Festival is September 20 from 11 am to 3 pm. This year’s festival includes fun for all ages!

Event Highlights:

  • Farm wagon tours: Climb aboard the wagon to see and hear all about our working farm, Audubon Certified Bird Friendly organic sugarbush, and more. 

  • Tree to Timber Demonstrations: Ever wonder how something goes from a tree to a table? Visit our wood shop to see how.

  • Timber Games: Lumberjack sports and demonstrations of traditional forestry skills reflect Vermont’s cultural ties to its logging history.

  • Kids’ Zone: Wagon rides, farm animals, cider pressing, and arts and crafts.

  • Good food: Seasonal delights from a variety of food vendors.

  • Cider Pressing: Press apples and taste the freshest cider around! 

The event is free; however, a suggested donation of $5 per person is appreciated!

Register online: https://www.merckforest.org/event-details/harvest-festival

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