Maple Leaf Festival
About this event
The Maple Leaf Festival is a cultural festival in Carthage, Missouri, at Downtown Carthage. A beloved southwest Missouri fall tradition in the Jasper County seat, with a grand parade, arts and crafts, carnival, food vendors, and small-town festivities celebrating the autumn maple color across downtown Carthage.
Annual, mid-October
Location & directions
Downtown Carthage, Carthage, MO 64836
Frequently asked questions
Where is Maple Leaf Festival held?
Maple Leaf Festival is held in Carthage, Missouri, at Downtown Carthage, Carthage, MO 64836.
What is Maple Leaf Festival?
A beloved southwest Missouri fall tradition in the Jasper County seat, with a grand parade, arts and crafts, carnival, food vendors, and small-town festivities celebrating the autumn maple color across downtown Carthage.
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