In 2009, two business owners, Scott Beck and Fred Little thought it would be a good idea for there to be a spring community event in downtown St. Johnsbury. Scott continues as the organizer today.

Scott has deep roots in St. Johnsbury and has a strong appreciation for the  Maple Industry and St. Johnsbury's status as the Maple Center of the world. 

The Festival quickly grew into largest annual single day event in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom. 

Fred retired from festival organizing in 2011 and Scott has continued on as the organizer of the Festival, now in its 10th year.