Mad River Valley Community Calendar

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The Comprehensive Mad River Valley Event Calendar is our community's most complete and widely used calendar of events. It is powered by a collaboration between the Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Valley Reporter. Everyone is invited to include their event on the calendar for free.

All Day

Green & Gold Weekend- Shareholder Town Hall

Foliage lift rides are available on America’s favorite Single Chair both Saturday and Sunday, first chair up is at 10 AM and the last chair is loaded at 2:30 PM. Foliage lift ride tickets are good for a round trip from base to summit and back down again, the cost is $20 for adults and…

Ongoing

Unplowed Realities

Mad River Valley Arts 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, Waitsfield

Unplowed Realities examines farms, land, and animals as interconnected systems of survival, care, and resilience at a time when small farmers face mounting economic and environmental pressures. Through portraiture, Joan O’Neal explores the animal gaze, positioning the dairy cow as a subject rather than a resource. Her portraits invite us to consider empathy, labor, vulnerability,…

Republic of Vermont at Addison West Makers Market

Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield

Handcrafted maple syrup, raw honey, candles, soap, apparel, and more. Founded on their own small organic farm, this husband-and-wife team turns local abundance into carefully made everyday goods.

Warren at Addison West Makers Market

Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield

Warren joins us with thoughtfully made clothing rooted in New England’s rich textile history. Crafted close to home using natural materials and time-honored techniques, each piece reflects a commitment to quality, longevity, and the idea that fewer, better things are worth holding onto. Made in New England mill towns using natural materials, each piece is…

Mad River Antler at Addison West Makers Market

Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield

Meet artist Ken Kenia and discover his custom functional home decor made from real antlers. Mad River Antler proudly uses only naturally shed antlers from moose, elk, and various deer species.

Throttle Up for Hockey – Motorcycle Poker Run & Community Event

B.O.R Arena 25 Auditorium Hill, Barre, VT 05641, Barre

Central Vermont Youth Hockey is excited to host Throttle Up for Hockey on Saturday, October 3, 2026 — a motorcycle poker run and community event supporting youth hockey in Central Vermont. The day will begin with a motorcycle poker run starting at Norwich University - Kreitzberg Arena in Northfield, with riders finishing at the B.O.R.…

Valley Dirt Fest

Mad Bush Falls 7575 Main Street, Waitsfield

Welcome to the 2nd annual Valley Dirt Fest. Join us for a day of guided mountain bike rides throughout the vast Mad River Riders trail network. There will be rides for all ages, interests, and abilities. The $25 admission includes unlimited guided rides, one free shuttle ride and free snacks, water and sport drink to…

Stark Mountain Foundation – Owls and Their Calls

Join Stark Mountain Foundation for a family-friendly presentation “Owls and Their Calls” by the Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences. The presentation will take place at 11 am on Saturday, October 3rd on Green & Gold Weekend, on the third floor of the Basebox at Mad River Glen.  Contrary to popular belief, not all owls hoot—some…

Stark Mountain Foundation Naturalist Hikes

Stark Mountain Foundation is thrilled to welcome back Vermont Master Naturalist Gene O. Desideraggio for our seasonal series of free, family-friendly guided hikes. More than just a walk in the woods—it’s an invitation to step into the hidden world of the Green Mountains. This season’s hikes will take place:  May 16th: 2pm-4pm – Snowshoe Trail…

Cooing Class: Thai Feast: Fresh and Fast!

Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield

Thai cooking is all about balance: bright citrus, fresh herbs, savory sauces, a little sweetness and just the right amount of heat. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Ariel Voorhees of Gather Round Chef Service will show you how those flavors come together—and how to recreate them at home. Together, you’ll make a lineup of…

Fall Barn Show with Ponyhustle!

Knoll Farm 700 Bragg Hill, Fayston

Join us in the historic McLaughlin barn for a fall show with Ponyhustle. Ponyhustle is a Burlington, Vermont-based band dedicated to the roots of country music, channeling the raw and authentic sounds of honky-tonk bands from the 50’s and 60’s with a uniqueness that blends timeless tradition with a fresh, modern energy. For the past…