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.

  • 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…

  • MadLove Mondays

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

    Every Monday at Lawson’s Finest Liquids!

  • Bonus Monday Music with John Pronto

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

    We’re kicking off Vermont vacation week with a little bonus music for y’all! Please join us in welcoming John Pronto to the taproom. John Pronto blends the soul of folk, the grit of blues, and the openness of Americana into a sound that feels both timeless and deeply personal. With a voice that carries both warmth…

  • Winter Golf Clinic at the SHaRC

    SIM Suites SHaRC

    Sharpen 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…

  • Zero Celsius

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

    ZERO CELSIUS takes place at Mad Arts and Sugarbush Resort, and gathers artists who explore the textures, tensions, and transformations of winter. From the hush of frozen landscapes to the volatility of a warming climate, the exhibition reflects on how the cold season shapes—and is reshaped by—human and environmental relationships. Bringing together sculpture, installation, sound,…

  • Taco Tuesday

    Hyde Away 1428 Mill Brook Rd, Waitsfield

    $3 Tacos - $5 Margaritas - Other Great Specials - Full Regular Menu

  • Tuesday Tunes: Red River North

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

    Country/Americana out of central Vermont. Vocals that’ll blow you away accompanied by guitar, bass, pedal steel, and cajon. Always a can’t miss show!

  • Sunshine Brat Wednesdays

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

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

  • Zero Celsius

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

    ZERO CELSIUS takes place at Mad Arts and Sugarbush Resort, and gathers artists who explore the textures, tensions, and transformations of winter. From the hush of frozen landscapes to the volatility of a warming climate, the exhibition reflects on how the cold season shapes—and is reshaped by—human and environmental relationships. Bringing together sculpture, installation, sound,…

  • 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 5 pm – 9 pm. Live music every Wednesday in the winter!

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Zero Celsius

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

    ZERO CELSIUS takes place at Mad Arts and Sugarbush Resort, and gathers artists who explore the textures, tensions, and transformations of winter. From the hush of frozen landscapes to the volatility of a warming climate, the exhibition reflects on how the cold season shapes—and is reshaped by—human and environmental relationships. Bringing together sculpture, installation, sound,…

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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,…

  • Zero Celsius

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

    ZERO CELSIUS takes place at Mad Arts and Sugarbush Resort, and gathers artists who explore the textures, tensions, and transformations of winter. From the hush of frozen landscapes to the volatility of a warming climate, the exhibition reflects on how the cold season shapes—and is reshaped by—human and environmental relationships. Bringing together sculpture, installation, sound,…

  • 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…

  • Fish Fry Fridays

    1824 House 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT

    Join us Fridays through March for our popular "fish n chips"! Our crispy batter dipped cod comes with tangy coleslaw, fresh cut fries, lemon and house made tartar sauce. Our full dinner menu available along with a full bar with draft beer, wine by the glass or bottle and seasonal cocktails.

  • Feel the Wheel

    Feel the Wheel

    Blockhouse Studio 5031 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT

    Here'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…

  • A Wrinkle In Time

    Lost Nation Theater 39 Main Street, Montpelier

    Alexa Kartschoke directs & choreographs the culminating project of LNT’s advanced intermediate dance-theater production intensive, performed by LNT's students ages 9-17! All your favorite characters from Madeline L’Engle’s beloved classic are in this enchanting stage adaptation by Morgan Gould in 45 magical minutes. See how Misfit Meg, Charles Wallace, and Calvin, aided in their quest…

  • We Can! Women’s Alpine Ski Clinic

    Join us for a full day of 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 approach, designing the…

  • 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…

  • The Oil Paintings of Elizabeth Ryan Swartz

    Waitsfield United Church of Christ Village Meeting House 4335 Main St, Waitsfield, VT, United States

    Gallery open Saturday afternoon. Original oil paintings of natural landscapes, seascapes, rural buildings.

  • Zero Celsius

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

    ZERO CELSIUS takes place at Mad Arts and Sugarbush Resort, and gathers artists who explore the textures, tensions, and transformations of winter. From the hush of frozen landscapes to the volatility of a warming climate, the exhibition reflects on how the cold season shapes—and is reshaped by—human and environmental relationships. Bringing together sculpture, installation, sound,…

  • Lawson’s Takeover

    Castlerock Pub Sugarbush Resort, Warren, VT

    Join us for free swag giveaways from Lawson's at Castlerock Pub!

  • Walt’s After Dark

    Walt's at the Glen House 626 Mt. Ellen Road, Waitsfield, VT 05673

    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. 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…

  • Owls of Vermont

    What makes an owl the perfect nocturnal predator? Find out Saturday, February 28th, 2026 at 5pm on the 3rd floor in the Basebox at Mad River Glen! Join Stark Mountain Foundation and the Vermont Museum of Natural History for an engaging birds of prey program and the chance to meet live owls up close, handle…

  • Climb It for Climate

    Mt. Ellen 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674

    Join Friends of the Mad River, the Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition and Sugarbush for an Uphill Race at Mt. Ellen as part of The Uphill Series.

  • E Block | Late Night Music

    Castlerock Pub Sugarbush Resort, Warren, VT

    Get 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 E Block

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Backcountry Ski Tour: Women’s Only Day

    Umiak Outfitters 849 South Main Street, Stowe, Vermont, United States

    Our 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…

  • 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…

  • Sunday Sessions: Be Like Pluto

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

    Local trio bringing the tunes. Please welcome Be Like Pluto to the taproom for the very first time!

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • MadLove Mondays

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

    Every Monday at Lawson’s Finest Liquids!

  • 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.

  • 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…

  • Zero Celsius

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

    ZERO CELSIUS takes place at Mad Arts and Sugarbush Resort, and gathers artists who explore the textures, tensions, and transformations of winter. From the hush of frozen landscapes to the volatility of a warming climate, the exhibition reflects on how the cold season shapes—and is reshaped by—human and environmental relationships. Bringing together sculpture, installation, sound,…

  • Taco Tuesday

    Hyde Away 1428 Mill Brook Rd, Waitsfield

    $3 Tacos - $5 Margaritas - Other Great Specials - Full Regular Menu

  • 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].

  • Staff Training – Taproom Open at 5:00pm

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

    On 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!

  • Sunshine Brat Wednesdays

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

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

  • Zero Celsius

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

    ZERO CELSIUS takes place at Mad Arts and Sugarbush Resort, and gathers artists who explore the textures, tensions, and transformations of winter. From the hush of frozen landscapes to the volatility of a warming climate, the exhibition reflects on how the cold season shapes—and is reshaped by—human and environmental relationships. Bringing together sculpture, installation, sound,…