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.
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Climb It for Climate Uphill Series Jan-March
Around the ValleyCo-sponsored by MRVBC and Friends of the Mad River: Looking for a New Year's Resolution that keeps you motivated and helps you contribute to a healthier and more resilient watershed? Starting January 1st, join us for our first annual Climb It For Climate Uphill Challenge. This is a season long challenge focused on helping you…
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IFSA Junior 3*
Important Registration Information: Lift ticket or season pass required Competitors MUST have an active 2026 IFSA Membership to register for this event This event is limited to 100 competitors This competition is a two-day event Helmets and back protectors are mandatory Event Description: Mad River Glen, the fertile crescent of big mountain skiing in New England…
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Atomic Skis Demo Day
From the piste to the powder, distant backcountry peaks to local Nordic tracks, Atomic exists to drive skiing forward. Founded in 1955, Atomic makes the world’s finest winter sports equipment. For over 65 years, our products have helped redefine the skiing experience for skiers of all levels, from beginners taking their first turns to the…
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Backcountry Ski Tour: Women’s Only Day
Umiak Outfitters 849 South Main Street, Stowe, Vermont, United StatesOur guided instructional tour will bring you to some of Stowe's premier backcountry on a full-day instructional ski adventure. Choose the equipment you would like to ski on during your tour, lightweight 75mm 3-pin telemark equipment or AT equipment. Umiak’s certified backcountry guide will teach proper safety protocol and the necessary safety gear needed before…
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Naturalist Guided Snowshoe Tours
Each and every Saturday and Sunday at 10:30 AM you can join one of our Naturalists for a guided snowshoe trek tailored to your interests in the ecology and wildlife of Stark Mountain! Our outings and content vary each week, depending on snow conditions and participants. Learn about the hardwood forests of the Green Mountains, as…
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Sunday Sessions: Be Like Pluto
Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesLocal trio bringing the tunes. Please welcome Be Like Pluto to the taproom for the very first time!
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IFSA Junior 3*
Important Registration Information: Lift ticket or season pass required Competitors MUST have an active 2026 IFSA Membership to register for this event This event is limited to 100 competitors This competition is a two-day event Helmets and back protectors are mandatory Event Description: Mad River Glen, the fertile crescent of big mountain skiing in New England…
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Men’s Monday Alpine Program
Formerly known as the Graybeard’s Clinic, this program is re-designed for men of all ages who are intermediate to advanced skiers. The program’s focus will be on learning how to fully enjoy the Mad River Glen skiing experience by deepening fundamental skills and then applying them to the mountain’s legendary terrain. Participants will learn to…
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MadLove Mondays
Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesEvery Monday at Lawson’s Finest Liquids!
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John Kearns Memorial Town Meeting Day
Vermont high school, middle school and elementary school students ski for FREE! A Town Meeting Day tradition, U12 and U14 racers descend on MRG for the annual John Kearns Memorial Town Meeting Day Slalom Race. This is the first slalom event of the season for U12s.
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IFSA Junior 3* (Weather Day)
Important Registration Information: Lift ticket or season pass required Competitors MUST have an active 2026 IFSA Membership to register for this event This event is limited to 100 competitors This competition is a two-day event Helmets and back protectors are mandatory Event Description: Mad River Glen, the fertile crescent of big mountain skiing in New England…
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The Allyn’s Lodge Experience: À La Carte Dinner
À la Carte Dining at Allyn’s Lodge offers a cozy, elevated mountain experience featuring seasonally inspired Vermont dishes in an intimate lodge setting. See sample menu. Learn more about the Allyn's Lodge Experience, and to make a private dinner reservation, please contact Jen Schonder at 802-583-6527 or [email protected].
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Staff Training – Taproom Open at 5:00pm
Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesOn Wednesday March 4th we’re taking some time for a staff training. We’ll be closed for lunch and will open at 5:00pm. Come join us for the evening!
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Sunshine Brat Wednesdays
Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesThis ain’t your grandpa’s beer and a bratwurst.
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Waitsfield Elementary School Ski Program
Welcoming 1st through 6th grade students from the Waitsfield Elementary School for an afternoon of skiing!
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LIVE MUSIC & PUB NIGHT Featuring Breanna and The Boys!
Mad River BarnJoin us in the pub for all your favorite Mad River Barn menu items with live music from Breanna and The Boys! Open 5 pm – 9 pm. Live music every Wednesday in the winter!
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We Can! Women’s Mid-Week Alpine Clinic
The Women’s Mid-Week clinic is sold out for 2026. These clinics are our most popular adult ski school offerings, if you are interested in joining for the 2027 ski season please contact the Ski School Desk. The Women’s Mid-Week Alpine Clinic is designed for women and taught by women using positive attitude, tactics and techniques…
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Fayston Elementary School Ski Program
Welcoming 1st through 6th grade students from the Fayston Elementary School for an afternoon of skiing!
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Playful Poetry
Joslin Memorial Library 4391 Main Street, WaitsfieldSusan Bauchner, poet and performer, will lead two Playful Poetry workshops focusing on how to write limericks, haikus and more. No previous experience necessary.
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Citizen Cider Takeover
Green Mountain Lounge 626 Mt Ellen RdJoin us for free swag giveaways from Citizen Cider at Green Mountain Lounge!
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Free Cabot Fondue
Join us aprés-ski every Thursday throughout the ski season for FREE FONDUE served with toasted bread thanks to our sponsors Cabot Creamery Cooperative! Aprés in the Pub on fondue Thursdays is historically a very popular event, supplies are limited and may run out at any time, come early, leave happy.
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Free Cabot Fondue
Join us aprés-ski every Thursday throughout the ski season for FREE FONDUE served with toasted bread thanks to our sponsors Cabot Creamery Cooperative! Aprés in the Pub on fondue Thursdays is historically a very popular event, supplies are limited and may run out at any time, come early, leave happy.
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Fresh Catch Thursday
Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesEvery Thursday starting at 4pm we host Nor’Easter Catering for a raw bar pop-up.
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MRV Libraries Pub Trivia
Hostel Tevere 203 Powderhound Rd, Warren, VT, United StatesInspired by March Madness, trivia questions will be about tournaments past and present. Call Deco in advance to reserve a table.
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Free Heel Fridays
This telemark clinic meets every Friday throughout the season. Not available during holiday periods. Time: 10:00 – 12:00 or 1:00 – 3:00 Cost: 2-hour clinic $109 (with lift ticket $149) REQUEST NOW
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Live Music Aprés in Stark’s Pub
Join us après-ski, from 2:30 to 5:00 for FREE live music! A huge thank you to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local musicians. Throughout the ski season, we’ll showcase a rotating lineup of talented local artists. Be sure to check out our event calendar for a full list of performances. Stark’s Pub…
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Family Fridays!
Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, WaitsfieldKick off the weekend with Family Fridays! From 4:30–6:00 pm. Adults can unwind during cocktail hour while kids enjoy fun, creative activities in the Red Room. Seasonal crafts provided by Inkling Bookstore! A little something for everyone to start the weekend right. Simple snacks for children will be provided. Ages 3 +
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The Allyn’s Lodge Experience: À La Carte Dinner with Barr Hill
Allyn's Lodge 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674Join us, and our friends, at Barr Hill for an evening at Allyn’s Lodge, midway up Lincoln Peak, for an intimate and elegant five-course meal in a rustic atmosphere. Arrive at Allyn’s Lodge via our Cabin Cat* and enjoy a delicious fireside meal paired with Barr Hill Gin. View the sample menu below. Additional beer…
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The 2nd Annual Highland Jazz Cabaret
Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, WaitsfieldJoin us for The 2nd Annual Highland Jazz Cabaret as we transform the theater into an intimate jazz club setting. Featuring the Harwood HS Jazz Ensemble performing side-by-side with some of Vermont's best jazz musicians, the show will be a fundraiser for Harwood's Private Music Lesson Program and Scholarship Fund. Tickets avalaible online Adult $15,…
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Winter Wildlife Tracking Workshop
Lareau Farm 48 Lareau Road , Waitsfield, VT, United StatesEach and every organism leaves behind a trace of its presence, the history of its life written upon the landscape. We must only learn how to read their stories. Join Dave Muska of Ondatra Adventures and Friends of the Mad River to explore the art of wildlife tracking. In this class, you’ll be introduced to…
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Parlor Skis Demo Day
Parlor was founded on a shared passion for skiing in New England, with a focus on designing and building great products. Our goal is to share this passion with as many people as we can. Look for the Parlor tent in the base area and take advantage of a free demo!
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Parlor Skis Demo Day
Parlor was founded on a shared passion for skiing in New England, with a focus on designing and building great products. Our goal is to share this passion with as many people as we can. Look for the Parlor tent in the base area and take advantage of a free demo!
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We Can! Women’s Telemark Clinic
Join us for a full day of telemark skiing and fun while being coached by some of Mad River Glen’s most experienced female coaches. Our women’s programs are taught in a supportive and encouraging environment so that students can build confidence, overcome fears and learn new tactics and techniques. Coaches use a student-centered, designing the…
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Naturalist Guided Snowshoe Tours
Each and every Saturday and Sunday at 10:30 AM you can join one of our Naturalists for a guided snowshoe trek tailored to your interests in the ecology and wildlife of Stark Mountain! Our outings and content vary each week, depending on snow conditions and participants. Learn about the hardwood forests of the Green Mountains, as…
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River Roost Brewing Takeover
Castlerock Pub Sugarbush Resort, Warren, VTJoin us for free swag giveaways with River Roost Brewing Takeover at Castlerock Pub!
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Shaping Our Future
In collaboration with Hoods to Woods and the Shred Foundation, Shaping Our Future is a one-of-a-kind event focusing on bringing more people into the snow sports industry by way of terrain parks. Each organization will bring 6 kids to learn how to weld, shape, rake and build a terrain park over 3 days (March 6-8.)…
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15th Annual Green Mountain Shred-A-Thon
A High Fives Foundation pledge-driven event that is held each spring at the world's greatest resort. On Sunday March 8th, 2025, participants will begin after having gathered pledges like NASCAR racing chasing sponsorships. Each participant will challenge themselves to hot laps as many times as possible from first to the last chair. Awards are given…
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Shaping Our Future Community Day
In collaboration with Hoods to Woods and the Shred Foundation, Shaping Our Future is a one-of-a-kind event focusing on bringing more people into the snow sports industry by way of terrain parks. Each organization will bring 6 kids to learn how to weld, shape, rake and build a terrain park over 3 days (March 6-8.)…
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15th Annual Green Mountain Shred-A-Thon
A High Fives Foundation pledge-driven event that is held each spring at the world's greatest resort. On Sunday March 8th, 2026, participants will begin after having gathered pledges like NASCAR racing chasing sponsorships. Each participant will challenge themselves to hot laps as many times as possible from first to the last chair. Awards are given…
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NVC U8 & U10 Dual Giant Slalom Race
Vermont Alpine Racing Association U8 & U10 Dual Giant Slalom. https://vara.org/
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Green Mountain Shred-A-Thon
Sugarbush Resort - Mt. Ellen Fayston, VermontGreen Mountain Shred-A-Thon The Green Mountain Shred is a bell-to-bell Shred-A-Thon fueled by laps, community, and Vermont grit. Locals and diehards come together to chase turns, challenge their legs, and raise critical funds for High Fives athletes—all while soaking up classic Green Mountain vibes. Why Shred? Fundraising $200 unlocks a discounted lift ticket, a stacked…
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Naturalist Guided Snowshoe Tours
Each and every Saturday and Sunday at 10:30 AM you can join one of our Naturalists for a guided snowshoe trek tailored to your interests in the ecology and wildlife of Stark Mountain! Our outings and content vary each week, depending on snow conditions and participants. Learn about the hardwood forests of the Green Mountains, as…
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Journey through Dance
Barre Opera House 6 N Main St #4, Barre, Vermont, United StatesWaltzes and Tangos, Minuets and Gavottes – the Vermont Philharmonic’s annual Family Concert at 2 pm on Sunday March 8th is a Journey through Dance, with music by J.S. Bach, Offenbach, Prokofiev, Handel, Tchaikovsky, and more. Conducted by Lou Kosma, the concert at the Barre Opera House is a family favorite. Audiences will happily recognize…
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The Power of Women in Agriculture
Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesOn Sunday March 8th we’re holding an International Women’s Day event in the taproom, hosted by our Women and Non-Binary Association at Lawson’s Finest. Join us for great conversation – from seed to table – with trailblazing women in agriculture. We’ll also celebrate the release of Powerhouse Pale Ale, which has a portion of the…
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Men’s Monday Alpine Program
Formerly known as the Graybeard’s Clinic, this program is re-designed for men of all ages who are intermediate to advanced skiers. The program’s focus will be on learning how to fully enjoy the Mad River Glen skiing experience by deepening fundamental skills and then applying them to the mountain’s legendary terrain. Participants will learn to…
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MadLove Mondays
Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesEvery Monday at Lawson’s Finest Liquids!
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Youth Knitting Club at Inklings Children’s Books!
Inklings Children's Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesLearn a skill to last a lifetime, with friends! Join Inklings for the launch of the Valley Youth Knitting Club with Terry Murray. Children aged 8 - 12 are invited to pick up or improve their knitting skills with an experienced teacher. Beginners welcome. Supplies are FREE and fully provided. NO FEE Mondays, March 9th,…
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Winter Golf Clinic at the SHaRC
SIM Suites SHaRCSharpen Your Swing This Winter with PGA Pro Roger King! Take your golf game to the next level—even when the snow falls! Join PGA Pro Roger King at the SIM Suites in the SHaRC for exclusive winter golf lessons. Using state-of-the-art simulators, you'll get personalized tips and real-time feedback to improve your swing, accuracy, and…
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Women and Investing
Joslin Memorial Library 4391 Main Street, WaitsfieldKassandra Reid , an investment counselor with Greenhill Financial Partners, LLC, will share a program focusing on women and investing. Participants will explore the strengths and barriers women may bring to finance, identify where they are on their financial journey and review a simple, step‑by‑step plan to move forward.
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Big Conversations in 10 Short Minutes
Virtual Event 251 Common Road, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesBig Conversations in 10 Short Minutes is a virtual meetup in the Mad River Valley hosted by the MRV Libraries. There is no agenda other than to meet and enjoy brief conversations with others in the community. Register at https://forms.gle/XqwGiW7ZEb17gja76 Participants will meet via Zoom and be paired with someone to have a short, 10-minute…