The Mad River Valley Village

Walt’s After Dark
2025-02-08 16:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Walt’s Glen House, Mt Ellen
Grab your headlamp and join us Saturday nights (weather and terrain permitting) this winter for a special après at Walt’s at the Glen House. Catch last chair or tour/skin up the Mt Ellen Uphill Route for dinner and drink at the historic Glen House. With it being “Walt’s After Dark” and all, participants should be comfortable skiing or riding down (it’s the only way down) via headlamp under any conditions.Last call is at 7:30pm!Know before you go! Please check our trail report before starting your tour. And remember, Uphill Travellers must have their FREE uphill travel pass prior to traveling uphill.

Puppy Playoffs 🐾
2025-02-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Rumble’s Bistro and Bar, Lincoln Peak
Get ready for some tail-wagging fun at Rumble’s Bistro & Bar on February 9th at 2PM! Watch as adorable pups take center stage in a playful competition, all while enjoying the action on our huge big screen—perfect for catching every moment of the fun! Whether you’re here for the cutest pups or just the good vibes, Rumble’s is the place to be. Grab some food, a drink, and settle in for an afternoon of excitement, laughs, and plenty of tail wags. Bring your friends (but leave the furry ones at home) and your game-day spirit—it’s going to be a pawsome time at Rumble’s Bistro & Bar! 🐾

Superbowl Sunday Party At Afterthoughts
2025-02-09 15:00 - 23:00 | After Thoughts, 8 VT 17, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Come join us at Afterthoughts (above Valley Meade Dispensary) for the Superbowl!
$5 cans from our friends at Lawson’s and wings from Peaceburger!
We open at 3PM! Kick-off at 6:30

Watch the Super Bowl at Afterthoughts
2025-02-09 17:00 - 23:00 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Opening at 5pm, we’ll have the game on a big screen and all 4 tvs.
Peace Burger with the smashed hambs and wing specials.
Drink specials and more!
We’ve got a Super Bowl square squares going. Buy your square at Valley Meade or upstairs during open hours. Thursday to Sunday 5PM to close.

The Big Game
2025-02-09 18:00 - 22:00 | Rumble’s Bistro and Bar, Lincoln Peak
Join us at Rumble’s Bistro & Bar for the BIG Game and experience football like never before! We’re showing all the action on our massive TV wall, so you won’t miss a single play. Kickoff is at 6:30 PM, so get here early to grab your seat and settle in for the excitement. And let’s be real—the snacks are half the fun. We’ll have saucy wings, tasty game-day bites, and cold drinks waiting for you. Whether you’re here for the big plays or just for the food and fun, Rumble’s is the place to be. Grab your friends and join us for the ultimate game-day experience!

Snacker Bowl LIX
2025-02-09 18:00 - 22:00 | 1824 House, 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT, 05673
Join the fun at 1824 House to watch the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Philadelphia Eagles on one of the biggest TVs in the Mad River Valley.
Our barn is the perfect space to watch the big game and enjoy the Snacker Bowl Buffet. Our buffet offers Philly favorites including: Cheesesteaks wit wiz, Italian Roast Pork Sandwiches, Wings, Soft Pretzels with Beer Cheese and more…
Full Bar available

Trapp Tuesday
2025-02-11 11:00 - 18:00 | Castlerock Pub, Lincoln Peak, Warren, 05674
Catch our von Trapp Brewing rep cruising around Sugarbush and on the slopes all day! Grab a token from them, then head to Castlerock Pub to claim your cold, delicious von Trapp beer. It’s the perfect way to reward yourself after a day on the mountain—ski, sip, and repeat!

Thursdays at Mt. Ellen
2025-02-13 15:00 - 18:00 | Green Mountain Lounge, 626 Mt Ellen Rd
Hit the slopes at Mt. Ellen on Thursdays for just $49 and enjoy a full day of skiing or riding! After the thrills on the mountain, head to the Green Mountain Lounge for live après music from 3:00–6:00 PM featuring the sounds of Clint and Friends.Refresh with beer specials and giveaways from Shacksbury Cider —the perfect way to wrap up your day on the slopes. Don’t miss out on the fun!Christmas Week and Presidents’ Week are excluded from $49 Thursdays.

President’s Week 2025
2025-02-14 00:00 - 2025-02-23 23:59 | Sugarbush Resort, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674, Warren, 05674
Join us for President’s Week 2025More information coming soon.

The Allyn’s Lodge Experience: À La Carte Dinner with Lawson’s Finest Liquids
2025-02-14 17:00 - 21:00 | Allyn’s Lodge, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674
Join us, and our friends, at Lawson’s Finest Liquids 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 Lawson’s Finest Liquids. View the sample menu below. Additional beer and wine will be available for purchase. After dinner, advanced skiers and riders may bundle up to ski and/or snowboard back to the base area on a freshly groomed trail under the cover of darkness with a guide. Non-skiers and riders may take the Cabin Cat back down. Dinners typically run from about 5-9PM.BOOK NOW*Or tour/skin up with a guide

The Allyn’s Lodge Experience: À La Carte Dinner with Lawson’s Finest Liquids
2025-02-14 17:00 - 22:00 | Allyn’s Lodge, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674
Join us, and our friends, at Lawson’s Finest Liquids 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 champagne toast followed by a delicious fireside meal paired with Lawson’s Finest Liquids. View the sample menu below. Additional beer and wine will be available for purchase. After dinner, advanced skiers and riders may bundle up to ski and/or snowboard back to the base area on a freshly groomed trail under the cover of darkness with a guide. Non-skiers and riders may take the Cabin Cat back down. Dinners typically run from about 5-10pm.BOOK NOW*Or tour/skin up with a guide.

Valentine’s Cheese + Beer Tasting
2025-02-14 18:30 - 20:00 | vonTrapp Farmstead, 251 Common Rd., Waitsfield, Vt
Celebrate LOVE and CHEESE! Join us at the von Trapp farm on Valentine’s Day for a special Cheese + Beer Tasting on Friday Feb 14th, 6:30-8pm. Tickets are $65.
You will be tasting with our in house affineur (someone who ages cheese), Olivia Haver. She is one of only 97 people in the world who is an ACS Certified Cheese Sensory Evaluator and brings a depth of beer knowledge as a Cicerone Certified Beer Server.
You will learn about how the farm uses organic, regenerative farming practices to make the best cheese in the world. In addition you will learn about sensory evaluation and what makes cheese so delicious.
***You will also leave with a FREE piece of one of our delicious cheeses!***
This is an in-person event, held in our Farm Store. Buying direct from the producer is always the best way to support small businesses.

Live Après Music
2025-02-15 14:00 - 18:00 | Multiple Locations, Sugarbush Resort
Saturday Après Lineup | February 15Wunderbar | 2–5 PMEase into your afternoon with Rodney Putnum, delivering smooth acoustic vibes to keep things mellow and relaxing.Rumble’s Bistro & Bar | 3–6 PMJam out with Cab 3 as they bring their signature sound and energy to your après scene.Green Mountain Lounge | 3–6 PMEnjoy the dynamic tunes of Local 28, perfect for capping off a great day on the mountain.Castlerock Pub | 3–6 PMJoin The Crowded Table for an unforgettable show filled with great music and good times.

3rd Annual Chili Cook Off
2025-02-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Moretown Town Hall and Library, 1147 Route 100B, Moretown, 05660
Join us for the Friends of the Moretown Library’s third annual chili cook-off, a community event that is sure to heat up a cold winter afternoon.
Tickets are $10 each. Your ticket will get you a sample tasting of each chili made by our talented volunteer chili chefs. Then, vote for your favorite recipe. Prizes for the winning recipes include Bar Hill, Mad River Glen, Sugarbush SHARC, Salt & Rind, and more! It’s a lot of chili, so bring your appetites.
Beverages, sides, and desserts will be sold separately. All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Moretown Library.
Parking: Park at the Town Hall, or the community parking lot by Moretown Elementary and the Town Office.

The Allyn’s Lodge Experience: À La Carte Dinner with Zero Gravity Brewery
2025-02-15 17:00 - 22:00 | Allyn’s Lodge, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674
Join us, and our friends, at Zero Gravity Brewery 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 champagne toast followed by a delicious fireside meal paired with beer from Zero Gravity. View the sample menu below. Additional beer and wine will be available for purchase. After dinner, advanced skiers and riders may bundle up to ski and/or snowboard back to the base area on a freshly groomed trail under the cover of darkness with a guide. Non-skiers and riders may take the Cabin Cat back down. Dinners typically run from about 5-10pm.BOOK NOW*Or tour/skin up with a guide.

Après Music
2025-02-16 14:00 - 18:00 | Multiple Locations, Sugarbush Resort
Sunday Après Lineup | February 16Rumble’s Bistro & Bar | 3–6 PMRelax to the sounds of The Commons Group, bringing smooth tunes and great vibes to your Sunday afternoon.Wunderbar | 2–5 PMKick back with Ragged Company, delivering acoustic charm and mellow vibes for a perfect après experience.Green Mountain Lounge | 3–6 PMEnjoy the soul-filled blues of Amerikana Blues, setting the tone for a laid-back Sunday evening.Castlerock Pub | 3–6 PMGet into the groove with Guitfiddle, delivering a fun and energetic performance to wrap up your day.

LONELY HEARTS CLUB DISCO PARTY
2025-02-16 17:00 - 2025-02-17 01:00 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Valentine’s Day/President’s Day Weekend Disco Dance Party with DJ Mister Burns at Afterthoughts!!
Costumes encouraged!
Come on in dancing queens and show us what ya got! 21+ and music starts at 8PM!
**OPEN AT 5PM WITH FOOD FROM PEACEBURGER AND DRINKS FROM AFTERTHOUGHTS**

The Allyn’s Lodge Experience: À La Carte Dinner
2025-02-17 17:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-20 17:00 - 22:00 | Allyn’s Lodge, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674
Join us 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 champagne toast followed by a delicious fireside meal. Beer and wine are available for additional purchase. After dinner, advanced skiers and riders may bundle up to ski and/or snowboard back to the base area on a freshly groomed trail under the cover of darkness with a guide. Non-skiers and riders may take the Cabin Cat back down. Dinners typically run from about 5-10pm. BOOK NOW*Or tour/skin up with a guide.

Après Music
2025-02-20 15:00 - 18:00 | Multiple Locations, Sugarbush Resort
Thursday Après Lineup | February 20Rumble’s Bistro & Bar | 3–6 PMEnjoy the smooth sounds of Madigan Linnane as they set the perfect tone for your après vibes.Green Mountain Lounge | 3–6 PMGet ready for Straight Jacket Slumber Party, bringing high-energy tunes and a lively atmosphere to cap off your day.Castlerock Pub | 3–6 PMCatch The Detonators for an electrifying performance that’s sure to keep you grooving all night.

A Winter Artist Talk & Dining Series at The Pitcher Inn
2025-02-20 17:30 | The Pitcher Inn, 275 Main Street, Warren, 05674
Through a collaboration with Edgewater Gallery in Middlebury, Vermont enjoy a winter evening at The Pitcher Inn as we present our remaining two Artists ETHAN QUILLEN (CERAMICS) the evening of Thursday, February 20th and TRACY BURTZ (FIGURATIVE PAINTING) on March 13th.
Guests are asked to arrive between 5 and 5:30 p.m. Beverage and Meal orders are taken before the talk begins.
At 5:45, our artist will give a presentation about their path to becoming an artist, their process, and their inspirations. Guests are encouraged to ask questions.
The discussion is followed by dinner. The artists will join us we savor a meal especially prepared by the Inn’s Chef Jacob Ennis.
To reserve a spot, please call the Inn at 802.496.6350 or email info@pitcherinn.com.
JOIN US FOR EITHER OR BOTH REMAINING EXPERIENCES.

Virtual Artisan Cheese Tasting with von Trapp Farmstead
2025-02-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Event, 251 Common Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Meet our cheeses and the cheesemaker! No one knows our cheeses like the cheesemakers!
Molly Semler, co-owner and head cheesemaker at von Trapp Farmstead, will lead you through a virtual tasting of our 4 styles of organic artisan cheese – teaching you to taste like a cheesemaker. You’ll learn the inside-scoop about our farm, our cows, and our cheesemaking – plus time for Q&A at the end.
You will receive a cheese box the week before the tasting with all four cheeses (enough for several people to enjoy)!
This is a great way to gather with friends, enjoy delicious cheeses (and whatever beverages you’d like!), and learn more about this 3rd generation farmstead!
Sign up on our website

Après Music
2025-02-21 15:00 - 18:00 | Multiple Locations, Sugarbush Resort
Friday Après Lineup | February 21Rumble’s Bistro & Bar | 3–6 PMKick back with Kind Bud and enjoy their signature blend of mellow and soulful tunes.Green Mountain Lounge | 3–6 PMGet ready for another high-energy performance by Straight Jacket Slumber Party, bringing their eclectic style to your Friday après.Castlerock Pub | 3–6 PMDon’t miss Bad Medicine rocking the Pub with their dynamic mix of crowd-pleasing hits.

LIVE MUSIC W/ZACH NUGENT & DANIEL MARC
2025-02-21 18:00 - 21:00 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Don’t miss Vermont-based guitarist & vocalist, Zach Nugent joined by songwriter Daniel Marc for a night of acoustic country hits and Dylan faves.
$15
Doors at 6PM. 7-9PM
Peace Burger will be serving his classic smashed hamburgers and more.
Come out for good tunes, good food and overall good vibes. ✌️
www.afterthoughtsvt.com

Live Après Music
2025-02-22 14:00 - 18:00 | Multiple Locations, Sugarbush Resort
Saturday Après Lineup | February 22Rumble’s Bistro & Bar | 3–6 PMEnjoy the soulful sounds of Matt Dolliver Solo, setting a warm and intimate vibe for your après.Wunderbar | 2–5 PMKick back with Kipncoe, delivering an upbeat and lively performance to keep your Saturday afternoon energized.Green Mountain Lounge | 3–6 PMGet ready for a wild time with Straight Jacket Slumber Party, bringing their signature energy and eclectic style to the stage.Castlerock Pub | 3–6 PMDon’t miss Abbey Jenne Band as they light up the Pub with an unforgettable mix of tunes to end your day on a high note. Plus, enjoy beer specials from Zero Gravity.

DANCE PARTY – 90s-2000s Dance Party with DJ MYTH
2025-02-22 20:00 - 2025-02-23 00:00 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Calling all Millennials and Gen Zers and/or appreciators of early 90s-2000s music.
Get your dance on at Afterthoughts corner of 100 & 17 on Saturday, February 22nd. 8-12AM
FREE ENTRY
21+
Food by Peace Burger starting at 5PM

Boots & Burgers: Monthly Community Line Dancing @ Afterthoughts
2025-02-27 19:00 - 21:00 | After Thoughts, 8 VT 17, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
After a great December Line Dancing pop-up at Afterthoughts, we’re making it a regular event!
LAST THURSDAY of the MONTH | every month through May, 2025
Join us for some low-stakes social dancing you can do solo. All are welcome!
Grab your boots and come have a bite courtesy of Peace Burger before line dancing with Larissa 7 to 9PM!
+ Peace Burger & bar are open from 5 PM
+ Line Dancing lessons + open dancing from 7 to 9 PM
Admission is pay what you wish at the door: Venmo (preferred) or cash
What to expect:
Dancing:
+ Larissa will be reviewing/teaching several line dances at multiple entry levels, starting with beginner and going up from there
+ see tutorial videos on the Farmsprung Gatherings event page to review dances that were taught at previous pop-ups
Venue:
+ Afterthoughts has a full bar that will be OPEN! I’ll build in some beverage breaks during the lesson
+ delicious smashburgers and MORE available for purchase from Peace Burger
Parking
+ along guard rail in main parking lot shared with Valley Meade
+ across Route 17 behind the Chamber of Commerce (next to Cousins Brewery—be careful crossing the road!)
+ a few spots up top along Route 100 in front of the Valley Meade sign (these are the Accessible spots)
Looking forward to dancing with you soon!

LIVE MUSIC- PHISH FRIDAY’S FEATURING SPOOPH!
2025-02-28 19:00 - 22:00 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
FREE LIVE MUSIC TONIGHT AT AFTERTHOUGHTS (8 VT Route 17)- Above Valley Meade Dispo. 7-10PM
SPOOPH- a PHISH nostalgia band plays live at Afterthoughts. Phish Friday’s happen once a month and are brought to you by SPOOPH!. Peace Burger will be serving up smashed hambs, so stop in and grab some food, listen to good tunes and enjoy your Friday night.
2/28- SPOOPH
4/4 – Satan’s Dogs

Live Music: The Grift & Neon Ramblers
2025-03-01 20:00 - 23:59 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
A dual show of great music in one night!
The Grift and Neon Ramblers will take the stage at afterthoughts on Saturday, March 1st.
Tickets are $10 at the door only.
Open at 6pm for Burgers & Beer. Music at 8pm

Fat Tuesday Party at Castlerock Pub
2025-03-04 15:00 - 18:00 | Castle Rock Pub, Lincoln Peak
Celebrate Fat Tuesday… or just a great day of skiing.More information coming soon!
