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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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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Socrates Cafe at Harwood!
Harwood Union High School Library 458 Route 100, Duxbury, VTJoin us for the next Community Socrates Café May 28th from 5:30 to 7:00 PM Discussion Question: What is the value of empathy to our society? Students from Harwood’s Harkness Leadership class will be hosting a community Socrates Café on Thursday, May 28th from 5:30 to 7:00 PM in the HU library. A Socrates Café…
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MRB Roller Disco Party!
Mad River Barn Events Pavilion 2849 Mill Brook Rd., Waitsfield, Vermont, United States@ Lace up and roll into a night of pure disco magic at the Mad River Barn! Join us on Friday, May 29th for a high-energy Roller Disco Night packed with funky beats, retro flair, and a dance floor that moves with you. From 7–9 PM, we’re turning the Mad River Barn’s Events Pavilion into…
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Forest City Designs at Addison West Makers Market
Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesTodd Cummings is a Vermont based illustrator and designer whose work celebrates the natural beauty of Vermont and the Northeast. His style is a modern interpretation of classic American landscape painting.
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Kathy Mehuron at Addison West Makers Market
Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesKathy Mehuron, local columnist and author, will be joining our Makers Market with her collection of novels and nonfiction works. Through her writing, she supports her nonprofit, Take Me Back, dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of the Mad River Valley.
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Wink Designs at Addison West Makers Market
Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesWhimsical tea towels, dish cloths, notepads, and more—everyday goods with a playful twist.
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Split Spirits at Addison West Makers Market
Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesAmerica’s first Climate Neutral certified distillery—handcrafted and infused with local woods and grains for a true taste of place. Enjoy cocktails and tastings from this sustainable Middlebury-based spirits brand.
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Celebrate the timeless magic of Hollywood’s ultimate icon as we honor Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday!
Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, WaitsfieldSunday, May 31st join us for an evening of fun! Award Winning Novelist Mima Tipper Book Sale @ 5:30 Mima Tipper reads an excerpt from "Channeling Marilyn" followed by a discussion @ 6pm Screening of Marilyn's classic comedy "Some Like It Hot" @ 6:45pm Followed by Marilyn themed cupcakes! Time & Location May 31, 2026,…
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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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Blue Moon Sound Bath
Speakeasy Studio 4424 Main Street, Waitsfield, Vermont, United StatesThe vibrations we surround ourselves with reach us where hands and medicine cannot. The Sound Bath is a 75-minute immersive listening experience that uses therapeutic sound frequencies. Through gongs, crystal bowls, Himalayan bowls, chimes, and more, you'll be guided into a meditative field where the breath slows, the nervous system relaxes, and the mind softens…
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Some Great French Wines: Presented by Andrea Fullbright of De Maison Selections
The Local: Wine & Beer 961 US Route 2, Middlesex, VT, United StatesWait, a second event in June? Are you kidding me? And it's all phenomenal French wines imported by one of the premiere importers presented by one of their premiere employees? YOU GUYS, THIS IS NOT A JOKE! On Thursday, June 25th, we're hosting Andrew Fullbright, the Sales Director & Northeast Sales Manager of De Maison…
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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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Wing Wednesdays
Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesOn Wednesdays we eat wings! Enjoy a plate of mini bone-in pork shank wings tossed in our honey mustard and sriracha sauce.
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Live Music in Stark’s Pub- Summer 2026
Stark’s Pub offers a one-of-a-kind family dining experience you won’t find anywhere else in the Mad River Valley. Open daily during the ski season from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM whenever the mountain is running, and throughout the summer—from Memorial Day through peak foliage in October—Stark’s Pub serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30 to…
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Pratt Refuge Trail Celebration
Pratt Refuge 2139 Ward Hill Rd, Duxbury, Vermont, United StatesJoin the Vermont Land Trust for a community celebration at the Pratt Refuge marking the completion of new and improved trails designed to expand access, learning, and exploration. A newly built universally accessible woodland trail now connects the parking area to the cabin and restroom while guiding visitors through a Forestry for the Birds demonstration…
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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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LIVE MUSIC & PUB NIGHT Featuring Madigan Linnane!
Mad River BarnJoin us in the pub for all your favorite Mad River Barn menu items with live music from Madigan Linnane! Open for dinner from 5 pm – 9 pm. Live music from 6 – 8 every Thursday in the summer!
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MRV Libraries June Pub Trivia: Most Wanted
Déco Restaurant and Bar 203 Powderhound Rd, Warren, United StatesYes, we are focusing on law and order in all genres, on the screen, in books, well-known criminals, and those dressed in blue. Call Deco at 802-496-9222 to reserve a table for you and your team soon.
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SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE
Lost Nation Theater 39 Main Street, Montpelierby Jane Wagner for Lily Tomlin! Drama Critics and Tony-Award Winner! Intimate. Infamous. Incorrigible. LNT's production will star Maura O'Brien and Stoph Scheer! Through the eyes of a lovable, eccentric sharp-witted “bag lady” with a heart as vast as the cosmos she ponders, Wagner weaves a rich tapestry of interconnected stories. Full of a host…
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Dream On Productions Presents: The Great Still Picture Show!
Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, WaitsfieldA fun-filled night of Dream on Production's classic slideshows from the 70's and 80's, newly enhanced and digitized, along with a brand new tribute to the Warren 4th of July Parade! Friday, June 5th @ 7pm “Dream On Productions Is Back!” June 5th , 2026 Hosted by Peggy and Sparky Potter First act @ 7pm…
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The Silent Type
Mad River Valley Arts 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, WaitsfieldThe Silent Type June 5 – August 27 Reception: June 5, 5:30–7:00 PM This summer, The Silent Type brings together artists and designers whose work explores the intersection of visual design, natural systems, and human culture. On view from June 5 through August 27, the exhibition examines how patterns, structures, and processes found in nature are…
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Allstar open Mic
Localfolk Smokehouse 9 VT-17, Waitsfield, United StatesJoin in with our house band, take over the stage, or sit back and enjoy great music, street food and delicious house brewed drafts.
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FOLDEROL: HIGH ENERGY DANCE ROCK
afterthoughts 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, United StatesFOLDEROL is back at Afterthoughts for a two-set night this Friday. Come dance and jam out to this local fave! No Cover. Open at 5pm. DRAFT BEER. FULL BAR. POOL TABLE. DARTS. BOARD GAMES. CORNHOLE. GOOD PEOPLE. GOOD VIBES.
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Street Food Saturday
Localfolk Smokehouse 9 VT-17, Waitsfield, United StatesEnjoy delicious, global street food, freshly prepared by Silk Road Kitchen & Catering. Sip on a tasty selection of Cousins Brewing Drafts, as well as other beer, wine, cider and canned cocktails.
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Mountain Gardeners Plant Sale
In Green Space along Slow Road in front of Shaws 27 Mad River Canoe Rd, Waitsfield, VT 05673 27 Mad River Canoe Rd, Waitsfield, Vermont, United StatesThe Mountain Gardeners are having their annual perennials plant sale June 6, 2026, 9am - noon on Slow Road, near Shaw’s. Members meet Tuesday and Thursday mornings during May to pot the plants, all of which have been grown locally, either from member gardens or from donations. Each plant is labeled with its common and…
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Beginner Rug Hooking Workshop
Warren Public Library 413 Main Street, WarrenIn this free workshop hosted by the Warren Public Library, Sandra Grant will teach you the basics of pulling a loop of wool or yarn up through rug warp backing. We provide all the materials including a hook, cut wool, and a geometric design. This will be a simple starter design to get you familiar…
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Lost Lantern Whiskey
Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesRecently named by Food and Wine in their inaugural class of Drinks Visionaries, Lost Lantern is an independent bottler of American whiskey with a mission to shine a light on unique and exciting whiskey from every corner of the US. Come meet the team, taste some whiskies, and hear the stories of these distilleries.
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Peanut & Mouse at Addison West Makers Market
Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesPeanut & Mouse returns to the Mad River Valley with a thoughtfully curated collection of high-end baby and children’s clothing from beloved boutique brands. Featuring beautifully made pieces at special pricing, this pop-up is perfect for finding elevated everyday essentials for little ones.
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Madam Cutler & Co: On-Site Knife Sharpening
Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesBring your clean knives, scissors, and hand pruners for on-site sharpening by the pros at Madam Cutler & Co. Walk away with tools that cut like new. Drop box available.
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Warren Time Capsule Workshops at Inklings!
Inklings Children's Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesWant to write a letter to the children of the future? Or maybe a letter to yourself in 50 years?! Inklings is excited to be working this summer with the Warren Historical Society, hosting writing workshops for kids to be a part of this year's time capsule project. Starting June 6th, young writers will craft…
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BAD LUCK BLISS- Rockabilly/Alt Country/Blues
afterthoughts 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, United StatesCome catch Bad Luck Bliss LIVE at Afterthoughts on Saturday, June 6th. 8pm No Cover.
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Schoolhouse Spruce Up
Number Nine Schoolhouse 831 Mill Brook Road, Fayston, Vermont, United StatesJoin Friends of the Number Nine Schoolhouse for a morning of sprucing up the grounds of this Fayston treasure. Help trim overgrowth, plant a perennial garden, and other projects while building community. Get to know your neighbors and enjoy some delicious BBQ and potluck from noon to 2 pm. Bring loppers, shovels, rakes, gloves, and…
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Summer Reading Kick Off Celebration
Inklings Children's Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesJoin Early Literacy Labs, Inklings Children's Books, and our amazing local libraries at Mad River Green to celebrate the start of summer reading! Sunday, June 7th, from 11a - 1p. Enjoy multiple storytimes with guest readers and authors, games on the green, and learn about the libraries' Summer Learning Program. Activities are FREE & open…
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Spring Hill School’s Kid & Boogie
Lareau Farm 48 Lareau Road , Waitsfield, VT, United StatesJoin us for a family-friendly dance party at Lareau Farm! Featuring DJ Oh-J Freshhh on the decks. Drinks and flatbread will be available for purchase to fuel your boogying. Costumes are optional, but highly recommended! Purchase tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/SHSKidBoogie
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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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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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Wing Wednesdays
Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesOn Wednesdays we eat wings! Enjoy a plate of mini bone-in pork shank wings tossed in our honey mustard and sriracha sauce.
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Fayston Historical Society Meetings: Second Wednesday of Every Month
Fayston Town Hall 866 North Fayston Road, Fayston, VTThe Fayston Historical Society has established regular monthly meetings one the second Wednesday of every month from 4- 5:30 at the Fayston Town Hall . Everyone is welcome! Our next meeting is Wed, Jan 14 from 4- 5:30 pm For more information and/or to join the FHS contact [email protected] Lots of exciting things are happening!
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Live Music in Stark’s Pub- Summer 2026
Stark’s Pub offers a one-of-a-kind family dining experience you won’t find anywhere else in the Mad River Valley. Open daily during the ski season from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM whenever the mountain is running, and throughout the summer—from Memorial Day through peak foliage in October—Stark’s Pub serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30 to…
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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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Green Mountain Watercolor Exhibition
Big Red Barn at Lareau Farm 48 Lareau Road, WaitsfieldThe Valley Artists Guild proudly announces the 14th Annual Green Mountain Watercolor Exhibition (GMWE) —an acclaimed celebration of watercolor painting that has grown from a grassroots show in 2012 into a nationally recognized summer exhibition. The 2026 exhibition will be held June 11 through July 19 at the Historic Red Barn Galleries at Lareau Farm…
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Amendment: Knell of a Nation, participatory art performance
Knoll Farm 700 Bragg Hill, Fayston, VermontAmendment: Knell of a Nation is a ritual performance and participatory art action that draws on the healing powers of water, fire, and earth. Participants are invited to write offerings for a new social contract on seeded postcards that will be planted and grown in a garden open to the public. This performance engages thought-provoking…
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Green Mountain Watercolor Reception
Big Red Barn at Lareau Farm 48 Lareau Road, WaitsfieldReception for the Green Mountain Watercolor Exhibition - a National show featuring the country's top watercolorists.
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LIVE MUSIC & PUB NIGHT Featuring Breanna & The Boys!
Mad River BarnJoin us in the pub for all your favorite Mad River Barn menu items with live music from Breanna & The Boys! Open for dinner from 5 pm – 9 pm. Live music from 6 – 8 every Thursday in the summer!
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Attitude of Gratitude Kickoff
Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, WaitsfieldYou are invited to the Attitude of Gratitude kick-off event at 6 PM on Thursday, June 11, at the Big Picture Theater! Attitude of Gratitude for the Mad River Valley is a project of Conservation and Recreation Visioning (CRV), which includes 15 conservation and recreation organizations, culminating over three years of collaboration. The project comprises…
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Attitude of Gratitude Kickoff
Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, WaitsfieldYou are invited to the Attitude of Gratitude kick-off event at 6 PM on Thursday, June 11, at the Big Picture Theater! Please RSVP to this free event. About the event Attitude of Gratitude for the Mad River Valley is a project of Conservation and Recreation Visioning (CRV), which includes 15 conservation and recreation organizations,…
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SHWAYZE ft. BEACH FLY + TONY
afterthoughts 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, United StatesSummer vibes are on the horizon … /////SHWAYZE + BEACH FLY + TONY\\\\\ JUNE 11TH////// Doors 7PM $25 All Ages Show!
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Mad River Rug Hooking
Warren Library 413 Main St, Warren, VTThe Mad River Rug Hookers meet downstairs at the Warren library on the second Friday of every month. Our monthly "hook in" a chance to socialize, solicit rug hooking advice, admire the works of many rug hookers and meet new hookers! We have many new rug hookers, and more are welcome. We have an introductory…
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Kathy Mehuron
Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesKathy Mehuron, local columnist and author, will be joining our Makers Market with her collection of novels and nonfiction works. Through her writing, she supports her nonprofit, Take Me Back, dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of the Mad River Valley.
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Lemon Fair View Homestead
Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United StatesWe are lucky to have Lemon Fair View Homestead bringing their sourdough breads and other small-batch baked goods to Waitsfield from their Champlain Valley home base.