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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Camp Meade Arts Village: Spring Open House
Camp Meade 961 ROUTE 2, middlesexSay hello to spring at an Open House for the makers and creative businesses growing at Camp Meade's ARTS VILLAGE: Shops & Galleries on the Green. Meet artists, browse local art, and sign up for creative classes after dropping the kids off for a fun evening at ONE Arts Studio and tasting free wine at…
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CABIN FEVER KICK-OFF PARTY: A TASTE OF LNT’S 2026 SEASON!
Lost Nation Theater 39 Main Street, MontpelierA “Live & In-Person” Sizzle Reel of Lost Nation Theater’s 2026 shows, programs and more! A sneak peek into what’s to come! Enjoy mixing & mingling with LNT’s actors, directors, designers, and other patrons, luscious libations and mouth-watering morsels. Then be treated to scene snippets and songs by 2026 artists including Kim Bent, Kianna Bromley,…
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SPRINGTIME WITH OZZY- RUNNING IN CIRCLES & FRIENDS OZZY TRIBUTE
afterthoughts 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, United StatesJoin us on Friday with Running In Circles and friends as they play all the greats from the Prince of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne. $5 at the door and goes to support the musicians. Peace Burger available for dine-in eating and full bar with plenty of non alcoholic options as well. Music starts 8ish
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Ikon First Tracks
Sugarbush Resort 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674, WarrenIkon Pass holders unlock untouched powder and crispy corduroy with free Ikon Pass First Tracks. Grab early morning laps before the lifts open to the public on Super Bravo starting at 7:30AM on Saturday, March 21st.Guests with a valid Ikon Pass or Ikon Base Pass can go direct to lift. Ikon First Tracks are automatically…
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10th Annual Side Surfers Banked Slalom
Mt Ellen Sugar Run 626 Mt. Ellen Road, Waitsfield, VT 05673Sidesurfers and Sugarbush PARKS team up to present the 10th Annual Sidesurfers Banked Slalom at Mt. Ellen, March 21st, 2026. A timed snowboard race through a handcrafted course in Sugarbush Parks consisting of berms, turns, and technical aspects that will challenge riders from start to finish. Two runs each-best time counts! Open to all ages;…
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Time to Weave
Warren Public Library 413 Main Street, WarrenIn our busy lives, making time to weave can be a challenge. Projects that can be woven in short periods of time will be explored and demonstrated. Using a simple frame loom and other “unique weaving frames” you will create a piece which expresses a thought, memory, idea or inspiration. Basic tapestry and weaving techniques…
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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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Maple Celebration at Inklings Children’s Books!
Inklings Children's Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesIt's that time of year! Come and celebrate all things Maple at Inklings Children's Books. Starting at 11am with a reading of "What the Maple Tree Gives", we'll be joined by a special guest from West Hill Sugar Orchard to tell us about the wonderful work that they do! Children will have the chance to…
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3rd Annual Maple Beer and Chili Invitational
Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesIt’s become our biggest event of the year- and for good reason. Our ode to the changing of seasons in Vermont, we hold our Maple Beer and Chili Invitational annually on the Saturday of Vermont Maple Open House Weekend. A who’s who of breweries from the Northeast and eastern seaboard descend on Waitsfield, Vermont to…
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The Oil Paintings of Elizabeth Ryan Swartz
Waitsfield United Church of Christ Village Meeting House 4335 Main St, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesGallery open Saturday afternoon, upstairs. Original oil paintings of landscapes, seascapes, rural buildings.
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Lawson’s Pride Weekend Takeover
Castlerock Pub Sugarbush Resort, Warren, VTJoin us in celebrating Pride Weekend with free swag giveaways with a takeover by Lawson's Finest Liquids at Castlerock Pub!
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Lawson’s Finest Presents: Lazer Dad
Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesVermont’s best 90s cover band, live at the taproom. A great time every time. Lazer Dad covers your favorite songs and the best deep cuts from music’s best decade. Everything from rock to hip hop to punk and pop. This is a show you won’t want to miss.
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Walt’s After Dark
Walt's at the Glen House 626 Mt. Ellen Road, Waitsfield, VT 05673Get ready to tour up or snag last chair, then swing into the Glen House, Mt. Ellen’s mid-mountain lodge, for Walt’s famous grilled cheese and a local pour. Once you’re fueled, head back out under the stars. Don't forget your headlamp.This night is for advanced skiers and riders comfortable in changing terrain and conditions.Before heading…
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Co-op Board of Trustees In-Season Meeting
The Co-op’s Board of Trustees meets monthly during the winter ski season. All Co-op Shareholders are encouraged to attend Board meetings. Stay abreast of what is happening at America’s only skier-owned mountain by checking out the latest Board Meeting Minutes. If you have a comment, question or concern for the board you can reach them…
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Co-op Board of Trustees In-Season Meeting
The Co-op’s Board of Trustees meets monthly during the winter ski season. All Co-op Shareholders are encouraged to attend Board meetings. Stay abreast of what is happening at America’s only skier-owned mountain by checking out the latest Board Meeting Minutes. If you have a comment, question or concern for the board you can reach them…
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Comedy Illusionist: Ben Pratt
Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, WaitsfieldJoin us at The Big Picture in Waitsfield for an evening of mind-blowing magic, comedy, and sleight of hand with comedy-illusionist Ben Pratt! Catch the show on Saturday, March 21st at 6 PM. Tickets are $20—prepare to laugh, be amazed, and maybe even question reality! All ages welcome!! The café opens at 5 pm. Check…
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Gay for Disco | Late Night Music
Castlerock Pub Sugarbush Resort, Warren, VTGet your fill of late night après only at Castlerock Pub! Bring your friends and good vibes only for an evening of live music and a limited food menu.Music featuring Gay for Disco
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Après Ski Slay DRAG SHOW W/EMOJI NIGHTMARE. AFTER DANCE PARTY w/DJ cRAIG mITCHELL
afterthoughts 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, United StatesAprès Slay is bringing peak bluebird ski-day energy straight to the stage. Join us in the Mad River Valley for a high-altitude, high-glam après-ski drag show at Afterthoughts in Waitsfield. Hosted by the one and only Emoji Nightmare, this night serves fierce performances, winter realness, and enough heat to melt the snow off Mount Ellen.…
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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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Sugar and Shmooze: Spring Equinox and Sugaring Celebration
Living Tree Alliance 96 Living Tree Ln, Moretown, VT, United StatesAll are invited to visit our sugarbush for a celebration of sweetness and hope as we honor the spring equinox. Our annual event is open to all ages and will include tapping trees, baking bread over the fire, and participating in our pageant to wake up Mother Earth. The day will also feature face painting,…
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Sugar & Shmooze at Living Tree Alliance
Living Tree Alliance 96 Living Tree Ln, Moretown, VT, United StatesSpring is stirring, and you’re invited to gather in the Living Tree Alliance sugar bush for a joyful afternoon celebrating the spring equinox, the flowing maple sap of Vermont, and Nissan a season of renewal and new beginnings in the Jewish calendar. This family friendly community celebration will be filled with hands-on activities, sweet treats,…
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Queer Country Line Dancing
afterthoughts 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, United StatesOPEN TO ALL! Keep the party going Sunday night for some Line Dancing fun with the crew from Queer Country Line Dancing. $10 to dance. Dine in Peace Burger
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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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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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Pacem School Open House
Pacem School 32 College Street Suite 100, Montpelier, Vermont, United StatesWondering what an intellectual student-driven education looks like? Come see how exciting school can be! Curious about homeschooling? We have answers! Prospective families of 5th through 12th grade students are invited to attend our Open House. Learn about our full-time programs and homeschool classes. We’ll start the evening with a brief tour and information session,…
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Coffee With an Advisor
MRV Chamber Welcome Center 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesLife is full of questions, and money is no different. Sometimes you just want to ask something. Bring or pour a cup of your favorite warm beverage, and join me at the Mad River Valley Welcome Center. Come as you are. All are welcome. And every question counts—simple, complex, or somewhere in between. It's a…
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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 Steven Yardley!
Mad River BarnJoin us in the pub for all your favorite Mad River Barn menu items with live music from Steven Yardley! Open 5 pm – 9 pm. Live music every Wednesday in the winter! Steven Yardley is a folk rock troubadour, and bluesman that howls with a harmonica and a six-string. Yardley has spent years honing…
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The Stone Hut: Restoration from the Ashes (Yestermorrow Spring Speaker Series)
Yestermorrow Design/Build School 7865 Main Street, WaitsfieldYestermorrow Spring 2026 Speaker Series Historic Preservation: Meaning, Memory, and Stewardship The Stone Hut: Restoration from the Ashes with Katelyn Hudson **For this talk our speaker will be virtual - join us for a watch party at Yestermorrow or on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89702910063** Originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1935, the Stone Hut on…
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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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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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Feel the Wheel
Blockhouse Studio 5031 Main Street, Waitsfield, VTHere's your chance to try your hand at the potter's wheel! This workshop will be offered the last Friday of every month (most months). This is a one time, two hour introduction to learn the basics of wheel throwing. You will be guided from a ball of clay to your first bowl or cup. Using…
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Feel the Wheel
Blockhouse Studio 5031 Main Street, Waitsfield, VTHere's your chance to try your hand at the potter's wheel! This workshop will be offered the last Friday of every month (most months). This is a one time, two hour introduction to learn the basics of wheel throwing. You will be guided from a ball of clay to your first bowl or cup. Using…
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HOBO, Live At Cousins Brewing
Localfolk Smokehouse 9 VT-17, Waitsfield, United StatesCabinet members Pappy and Nug, plus EG Bishop on bass, bring their signature flat picking jams to the Cousins Brewing Stage
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DANCE: DJ CMPR AT AFTERTHOUGHTS
afterthoughts 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, United StatesShake your booties into the weekend with DJ CMPR this Friday. He's spinning his own local mix of NU-DISCO, HOUSE, TECHNO and more! No Cover. No Excuse.
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10th Annual Side Surfers Banked Slalom
Sidesurfers and Sugarbush PARKS team up to present the 10th Annual Sidesurfers Banked Slalom at Mt. Ellen, March 28th, 2026. A timed snowboard race through a handcrafted course in Sugarbush Parks consisting of berms, turns, and technical aspects that will challenge riders from start to finish. Two runs each-best time counts! Open to all ages;…
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No Kings 3
Mad River Green 105 Mad River Green, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesLocal community rally to protest policies and actions of our current federal administration and to provide support for keeping our community members safe and heard by our local officials.
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Mad River Valley Community Egg Hunt
Waitsfield and Champlain ValleyTelecom 3898 Main Street, WaitsfieldSave the date for the Mad River Valley Community Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 28th! This year’s event will take place at WCVT’s main business office located at 3898 Main Street, across from Waitsfield Elementary School. The egg hunt will commence promptly at 10:00 a.m., refreshments available at 9:30 a.m. The event is free and…
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Siber Sled Dogs visit Inklings Children’s Books!
Inklings Children's Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesJoin Siber Sled Dogs at Inklings on March 28th, from 11am - 12pm. Owner Milagro Amaya Turner will share her children's book, SIBER SLED DOGS and children will have the chance to meet Siberian Huskies!! FREE & Open to ALL!
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Aperol Spritz Party
Lincoln Peak Courtyard Warren, VT, United StatesAperol Spritz? Sunny spring vibes? Say less. Hang in the Lincoln Peak Courtyard with us for Aperol Spritz's, swag giveaways and DJ Ghost bringing the tunes all afternoon. Don't miss the Sprizzer either! Channel the essence of Italian spring skiing with this classic cocktail and party.
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Walt’s After Dark
Walt's at the Glen House 626 Mt. Ellen Road, Waitsfield, VT 05673Get ready to tour up or snag last chair, then swing into the Glen House, Mt. Ellen’s mid-mountain lodge, for Walt’s famous grilled cheese and a local pour. Once you’re fueled, head back out under the stars. Don't forget your headlamp.This night is for advanced skiers and riders comfortable in changing terrain and conditions.Before heading…
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Walt’s After Dark – The Last Walt’s
Walt's at the Glen House 626 Mt. Ellen Road, Waitsfield, VT 05673It's The Last Walt's! Get ready to tour up or snag last chair, then swing into the Glen House, Mt. Ellen’s mid-mountain lodge, for Walt’s famous grilled cheese and a local pour. Celebrate the end of Mt. Ellen's season with $6 beers and music all night long. Weather permitting, we'll be enjoying live tunes outside…
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Climb It for Climate: Rally and Panel Discussion
Lincoln Peak 102 Forest Drive, Warren, VT 05674, USAJoin us for our final uphill rally of the season! The race will be followed by a panel discussion featuring local women in inspiring leadership roles: a nurse/nordic center entrepreneur, a ski-photographer-turned-life-coach for women empowerment, a teacher/creator of an epic gravel ride for sustainable rural recreation, and a cutting-edge climate scientist. Even if you can't…
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Climb It for Climate
Lincoln Peak 102 Forest Drive, Warren, VT 05674, USAJoin Friends of the Mad River, the Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition and Sugarbush for the final Uphill Rally of the season at Lincoln Peak as part of The Uphill Series. A communal, formal uphill tour will be followed by a panel discussion featuring local women in inspiring leadership roles including; a nurse/nordic center entrepreneur,…
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Mad River Glen Cooperative’s 30th Anniversary Celebration & Fundraiser
Join us as Mad River Glen celebrates 30 years of skier-owned independence! For three decades, our cooperative community has preserved the spirit, character, and natural beauty that make this mountain unlike any other. Now it’s time to celebrate the people who made it all possible — you. This event is a fundraiser with all proceeds…
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The Grift
The Grift is a band based in Vermont. Their sound defies easy categorization, blending booty-shaking grooves and improvisation with radio-friendly hooks, witty lyrics, and tight vocal harmonies. Grift shows are energetic and original, with band members swapping instruments and occasionally playing two at a time. Their deep catalog of original music blends roots-rock and pop…