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.

  • Fresh Catch Thursday

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Every Thursday starting at 4pm we host Nor’Easter Catering for a raw bar pop-up.

  • Called To Duty

    Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield

    Thursday, May 7th @ 6:30pm Please join us for this amazing documentary honoring the lives of Terry Brown and Dana Fuller, two firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Followed by a discussion and Q&A with your local fire department. About the film Please join us for this amazing documentary to…

  • Mad River Rug Hooking

    Warren Library 413 Main St, Warren, VT

    The 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…

  • Toddler Time, Creative Shapes Art Class at Inklings!

    Inklings Children's Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    It's Toddler Time, Creative Shapes Art Class at Inklings Children's Books! Friday mornings from 10am - 11am. Caregivers and their little ones are invited to explore shapes in a whole new way, and develop those fine motor skills; all while having some creative fun! Activities will include painting with balloons, creating shapes with different materials,…

  • Global Street Food Weekend

    Global Street Food Weekend

    Cousin's Brewing Comopany Rt 100/Rt 17, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Join Silk Road Kitchen & Catering and Cousins Brewing for an evening of globally inspired street food and locally hand crafted beer. Delicious dinner prepared with fresh local ingredients, along with 6 tasty house=brewed drafts. plus a selection of wine, hard seltzers, hard cider, and canned cocktails. Friday and Saturday, 5pm

  • The Pharcyde at Afterthoughts

    afterthoughts 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

    Born in the South Central area of Los Angeles, The Pharcyde stood out from the rap and acts that hit in the late-‘80s and early-‘90s. Members Imani Wilcox, Tre Hardson, and Romye Robinson were dancers by trade. Derrick Stewart joined the group in 1990 and their debut, Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde, catapulted them into…

  • National Civics Bee-Regional Competition

    Vergennes Opera House 120 Main Street, Vergennes, Vermont, United States

    Join the Addison County Chamber of Commerce for Addison County's Regional Civics Bee Live Competition, a celebration of middle school student achievement and civic knowledge. This inspiring event brings our community together to support students as they showcase their understanding of government, public policy, and the responsibilities of citizens. Join us to cheer our communities…

  • Mother’s Day Weekend Market

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Saturday of Mother’s Day Weekend, come join us at the taproom for our annual Mother’s Day Market. We’ll be featuring over 20 local vendors offering local, handmade products. Something for any mother in your life!

  • Global Street Food Weekend

    Global Street Food Weekend

    Cousin's Brewing Comopany Rt 100/Rt 17, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Join Silk Road Kitchen & Catering and Cousins Brewing for an evening of globally inspired street food and locally hand crafted beer. Delicious dinner prepared with fresh local ingredients, along with 6 tasty house=brewed drafts. plus a selection of wine, hard seltzers, hard cider, and canned cocktails. Friday and Saturday, 5pm

  • VALLEY PROM!!!!

    afterthoughts 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

    Grab your best prom attire and shake your booty with @olivertwistedcraig this Saturday, at The Mad River Valley's Second Prom DJ cRAIG mITCHELL is back and if you’ve never been to one of his dance parties…COME TO THIS ONE! No excuses!* *you may have a valid excuse but just go with it, okay? 😃 Dress…

  • Mother’s Day Tea Party

    The Inn at Round Barn Farm 1661 East Warren Road, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Celebrate the Mothers in your life at our whimsical Mother's Day Tea Party. Enjoy unlimited tea and delicious savory and sweet treats towers, featuring scones, biscuits, sandwiches and more!

  • Iconic Sunday — Sugarbush & Ikon Passholder Night

    Déco Restaurant and Bar 203 Powderhound Rd, Warren, United States

    Wrap up your weekend with 10% off food every Sunday when you show your Sugarbush or Ikon pass. Whether you spent the day chasing corn snow or just soaking up the longer daylight, we’ve got your après covered. Come in, warm up, grab a bite, and enjoy a little spring perk from all of us…

  • Mother’s Day Takeaway

    1824 House 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT

    Celebrate Mom with a Thoughtfully Prepared Mother’s Day Takeaway Feast Make Mother’s Day effortless and delicious with our curated takeaway menu—perfect for a relaxed family gathering at home. Choose from three signature mains, fresh seasonal sides, and indulgent dessert to create a meal Mom will love.   ✨ How It Works: Pre-order your Mother’s Day…

  • MadLove Mondays

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Every Monday at Lawson’s Finest Liquids!

  • STAND UP FOR SAFETY WORKSHOPS

    MRV Chamber Welcome Center 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    In the Mad River Valley, we believe that everyone — whether they live here, work here, or visit — deserves to feel safe. To support that vision the chamber's is launching a new series of Stand Up for Safety workshops designed to help hospitality workers recognize and respond to situations that may threaten the safety or…

  • Tuesday Tunes: Zack Tyler

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Singer/songwriter Zack Tyler graces the Taproom for the first time with his own brand of original folk-rock songs. Please help us welcome him to the Valley!

  • Sunshine Brat Wednesdays

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    This ain’t your grandpa’s beer and a bratwurst.

  • Wing Wednesdays

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    On Wednesdays we eat wings! Enjoy a plate of mini bone-in pork shank wings tossed in our honey mustard and sriracha sauce.

  • Shelf Inventory and Collections Tiering at the Fayston Historical Society meeting

    Fayston Town Hall 866 North Fayston Road, Fayston, VT

    On Wednesday, May 13, Hannah Kirkpatrick from the Vermont Historical Society will come join us at 2:00 to continue our Shelf Inventory and introduce historical society volunteers to Collections Tiering. At 4:00- 5:15 we will have our regular monthly meeting and discuss the oral history interview project that we will engage in this summer. Please…

  • MRV Chamber Board Meeting

    MRV Chamber Welcome Center 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    The Mad River of Valley Chamber of Commerce board meets every other month throughout the year. All chamber members in good standing are encouraged to attend board meetings. You can reach out to the board's group email to: [email protected]. Executive Committee Sean Kramer – Chair,  – 1824 House Inn Anna Nasset– Vice-Chair, Executive Committee – Stand…

  • Fayston Historical Society Meetings: Second Wednesday of Every Month

    Fayston Town Hall 866 North Fayston Road, Fayston, VT

    The 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!

  • Life Drawing Wednesdays

    Waitsfield Church Village Meeting Room Route 100, Waitsfield, VT

    ✍🏻 Life Drawing Wednesdays presented by The Valley Artists Guild The very popular Wednesday Night Drawing Sessions will resume on Feb, 4, 2025. This is a self-directed session. No instruction or critiques are offered but conversations and sharing within the group are sure to inspire 😎 Subjects vary every two weeks: two weeks of Live…

  • Fresh Catch Thursday

    Lawson’s Finest Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Every Thursday starting at 4pm we host Nor’Easter Catering for a raw bar pop-up.

  • MRV Women in Business – Social Media Workshop

    MRV Chamber Welcome Center 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    These bi-monthly workshops are a place to have an open conversation about social media, what is working for everyone, what isn't, what do you need help with? The MRV Chamber's MRV Women in Business group decided to host these bi-monthly Social Media Workshops in the months in between the more structured MRV Women in Business…

  • MRV Women in Business Social Media Workshop

    MRV Chamber Welcome Center 9 Route 17, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Social Media Workshop with Brittany Winfield & Kaylee Mumford  is an open conversation workshop where we talk about social media with guest speakers from The Winfield Creative & Pink Lens Creative. Join the Mad River Valley Women in Business for a conversation circle on short-form video content and how to create social media videos that…

  • LIVE MUSIC & PUB NIGHT Featuring Al’s Pals!

    Mad River Barn

    Join us in the pub for all your favorite Mad River Barn menu items with live music from Al’s Pals! Open for dinner from 5 pm – 9 pm. Live music from 6 – 8 every Thursday in the summer!

  • Big Red Barn Student Art Show

    Big Red Barn Student Art Show

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

    Student Art Show Brings Mad River Valley Schools Together at Lareau Farm & Forest Waitsfield, VT — May 2026 — The Mad River Valley community is set to celebrate creativity, collaboration, and young talent at the upcoming Student Art Show, hosted at the Big Red Barn at Lareau Farm & Forest. The exhibition will run…

  • The Revolution within the Revolution: African-Americans in the War for Independence

    Warren Public Library 413 Main Street, Warren

    As the American colonies fought to free themselves from the British two hundred and fifty years ago, one fifth of that population — the enslaved African-American population — undertook their own struggle for liberty. Their stories of ingenuity and heroism speak to us, two and a half centuries later, of how precious the birthright of…

  • Waitsfield Farmer’s Market

    Waitsfield Farmer’s Market

    Mad River Green 105 Mad River Green, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    We’re a unique collective of Vermont farmers, makers, bakers, and shakers in the heart of the Mad River Valley.  Established in 1993, the Waitsfield Farmer’s Market has been a meeting place for those who appreciate Vermont farmers and artisans for decades. Our market vendors are a carefully curated group of local Vermont businesses that provide…

  • Toddler Time, Creative Shapes Art Class at Inklings!

    Inklings Children's Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    It's Toddler Time, Creative Shapes Art Class at Inklings Children's Books! Friday mornings from 10am - 11am. Caregivers and their little ones are invited to explore shapes in a whole new way, and develop those fine motor skills; all while having some creative fun! Activities will include painting with balloons, creating shapes with different materials,…

  • Big Red Barn Student Art Show

    Big Red Barn Student Art Show

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

    Student Art Show Brings Mad River Valley Schools Together at Lareau Farm & Forest Waitsfield, VT — May 2026 — The Mad River Valley community is set to celebrate creativity, collaboration, and young talent at the upcoming Student Art Show, hosted at the Big Red Barn at Lareau Farm & Forest. The exhibition will run…

  • Concert by Onion River Chorus

    Concert by Onion River Chorus

    Unitarian Church of Montpelier 130 Main Street, Montpelier, Vermont, United States

    On Friday May 15 at 7:30 pm and Saturday May 16 at 7:30 pm, Onion River Chorus presents the famous Requiem Mass in C minor by 19th-century Italian composer Luigi Cherubini (1760-1842). Both concerts will be at the Unitarian Church of Montpelier (130 Main St.). The Onion River Chorus is directed by Richard Riley and…

  • Co-op Board of Trustees Off-Season Meeting

    The Co-op’s Board of Trustees meets monthly, except July and August. 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 by emailing [email protected]

  • Co-op Board of Trustees Off-Season Meeting

    The Co-op’s Board of Trustees meets monthly, except July and August. 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 by emailing [email protected]

  • Pasture Turnout Day

    von Trapp Farmstead 251 Common Road, Waitsfield, Vermont

    Once icy winter has ended and spring has shaken off it’s last chill our fields turn vibrant green with lush grass. Freshly grown and nutrient dense, it’s time for our cows to return to their favorite spot. Share in the joy as our cows dance, holler, and feast on fresh pasture. Join us to welcome…

  • Mad River Green 105 Mad River Green, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    We’re a unique collective of Vermont farmers, makers, bakers, and shakers in the heart of the Mad River Valley.  Established in 1993, the Waitsfield Farmer’s Market has been a meeting place for those who appreciate Vermont farmers and artisans for decades. Our market vendors are a carefully curated group of local Vermont businesses that provide…

  • Sprouts Club for Young Gardners – Ready, Set, Grow!

    Roots Farm Market 903 US Rt 2, Middlesex, VT

    Roots Farm Market's Sprout Club is for young gardeners and nature lovers. Take and make seedling starter pots, pollinator water stations, toad abodes and nature crowns. Learn about plant anatomy and lifecycles, pollinators, toads, amphibians, flowers and pest management in our summer-long series of monthly events on Saturday May 16th; June 20th, July 18th, and…

  • Kate Ives Art at Addison West Makers Market

    Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    A Vermont based painter whose work is inspired by time spent outdoors. Her bold paintings capture the movement and energy of mountain landscapes and winter days well spent.

  • Lemon Fair View Homestead at Addison West Makers Market

    Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    We 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.

  • Avi Sipe Art

    Avi Sipe Art

    Addison West 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Vermont watercolor artist Avi creates gentle, nostalgic watercolor prints inspired by the overlooked moments and objects of daily life. With a soft, intentional style, her work feels both personal and comforting—like a visual diary of the things that make a place feel like home.

  • Author Kate Hosford visits Inklings Children’s Books!

    Inklings Children's Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    We are excited to welcome back author - and Waitsfield native - Kate Hosford on Saturday, May 16th at 11am for a reading of her new book, YOU AND I ARE STARS AND NIGHT. This whimsical picture book celebrates the loving, playful, and imaginative relationship between caregiver and child through a shared dreamy journey before…

  • March to End Violence

    State House Lawn 133 State Street 101, Montpelier, Vermont, United States

    Held annually, Mosaic’s March to End Violence invites the community to help create a safe, empowering space where those affected by sexual and gender-based violence are heard, seen, and supported. Join Mosaic and our youth advisory committee for a community gathering with activities and resources, a welcome ceremony with guest speakers, and a march led…

  • 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…

  • Naturalist-Led Hikes at Stark Mountain

    Mad River Glen 57 Schuss Pass Road, Waitsfield

    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. Join us for an educational hike up through the snowshoe trail. Expect…

  • Big Red Barn Student Art Show

    Big Red Barn Student Art Show

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

    Student Art Show Brings Mad River Valley Schools Together at Lareau Farm & Forest Waitsfield, VT — May 2026 — The Mad River Valley community is set to celebrate creativity, collaboration, and young talent at the upcoming Student Art Show, hosted at the Big Red Barn at Lareau Farm & Forest. The exhibition will run…

  • Concert by Onion River Chorus

    Concert by Onion River Chorus

    Unitarian Church of Montpelier 130 Main Street, Montpelier, Vermont, United States

    On Friday May 15 at 7:30 pm and Saturday May 16 at 7:30 pm, Onion River Chorus presents the famous Requiem Mass in C minor by 19th-century Italian composer Luigi Cherubini (1760-1842). Both concerts will be at the Unitarian Church of Montpelier (130 Main St.). The Onion River Chorus is directed by Richard Riley and…

  • Mending Storytime with Product Think Tank!

    Inklings Children's Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Join Annemarie Furey at Inklings on Sunday, May 17th at 11am. Following a reading of IGOR AND THE MENDING MICE, Annemarie will lead a demonstration in simple sewing & mending methods. Children will have the chance to create their own cloth bookmarks using upcycled materials. FREE & OPEN to ALL Rec. ages: 5 - 12…

  • Basic Tapestry and Weaving Techniques Workshop

    Joslin Memorial Library 4391 Main Street, Waitsfield

    Interested in learning more about basic tapestry and weaving techniques? Master weaver, Susan Snider, will provide weaving instruction to a limited number of participants. Individuals in this workshop will use a simple frame loom and other “unique weaving frames” to create a piece which expresses a thought, memory, idea or inspiration. Because this session begins…

  • Iconic Sunday — Sugarbush & Ikon Passholder Night

    Déco Restaurant and Bar 203 Powderhound Rd, Warren, United States

    Wrap up your weekend with 10% off food every Sunday when you show your Sugarbush or Ikon pass. Whether you spent the day chasing corn snow or just soaking up the longer daylight, we’ve got your après covered. Come in, warm up, grab a bite, and enjoy a little spring perk from all of us…