The Mad River Valley Community Calendar is The Valley’s most comprehensive events calendar. All are invited to submit their event here:
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Enjoy a week of fun on the farm, with visits to the animals, planting seeds, healthy cooking, and harvesting farm-fresh foods like delicious berries. Each afternoon we explore the wonders of the river, with swimming, games, and nature adventures. Two sessions: 6/30-7-4 & 8/18-22 (Mon-Fri, 9 am-3pm) For kids ages 7–12. Full details on our […]
Paddles up! 🏓 Come out for some friendly ping pong Thursday, June 26th! ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME! Whether you’re a pong master or just starting out and want to hone your skills, come out and play and meet other ping pong appreciators. Say hi to Dan, our official Valley Ping Pong Coordinator. You can play […]
Come out for a little #PingPong this Thursday! Free to play. #allskilllevelswelcome #TableTennis #pingponglife #ValleyPongNight #MadRiverValley #ThingstodoWaitsfield
Enjoy a week of fun on the farm, with visits to the animals, planting seeds, healthy cooking, and harvesting farm-fresh foods like delicious berries. Each afternoon we explore the wonders of the river, with swimming, games, and nature adventures. Two sessions: 6/30-7-4 & 8/18-22 (Mon-Fri, 9 am-3pm) For kids ages 7–12. Full details on our […]
Make the most of your Saturday with a fun and refreshing outdoor experience incorporating gentle, yoga-based movement at a mindful pace, plus tea (iced or hot) and scones, and a dip in the pond if it pleases. Join Karen of Salt & Sand Studios and Karen & Mick of the Featherbed Inn for this unique, […]
Make the most of your Saturday with a fun and refreshing outdoor experience incorporating gentle, yoga-based movement at a mindful pace, plus tea (iced or hot) and scones, and a dip in the pond if it pleases. Join Karen of Salt & Sand Studios and Karen & Mick of the Featherbed Inn for this unique, […]
Make the most of your Saturday with a fun and refreshing outdoor experience incorporating gentle, yoga-based movement at a mindful pace, plus tea (iced or hot) and scones, and a dip in the pond if it pleases. Join Karen of Salt & Sand Studios and Karen & Mick of the Featherbed Inn for this unique, […]
Come out and watch the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the New York Jets. These teams swapped quarterbacks this year and are ready to see who can beat their former team. One of these teams will be in first place in their division, unless of course they tie. When you see the terrible towel flag waiving […]
Make the most of your Saturday with a fun and refreshing outdoor experience incorporating gentle, yoga-based movement at a mindful pace, plus tea and scones, and a dip in the pond if it pleases. Join Karen of Salt & Sand Studios and Karen & Mick of the Featherbed Inn for this unique, al fresco, seasonal […]
Make the most of your Saturday with a fun and refreshing outdoor experience incorporating gentle, yoga-based movement at a mindful pace, plus tea (iced or hot) and scones, and a dip in the pond if it pleases. Join Karen of Salt & Sand Studios and Karen & Mick of the Featherbed Inn for this unique, […]
Come out and watch the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Seattle Seahawks. I remember when these 2 teams met in the Superbowl and the steelers came home with another Lombardi trophy (just saying). When you see the terrible towel flag waiving you know its time for some football. If yinz can’t be dahn tahn to […]
Make the most of your Saturday with a fun and refreshing outdoor experience incorporating gentle, yoga-based movement at a mindful pace, plus tea (iced or hot) and scones, and a dip in the pond if it pleases. Join Karen of Salt & Sand Studios and Karen & Mick of the Featherbed Inn for this unique, […]
Come out and watch the Pittsburgh Steelers take on some team that isn’t even sure what city they play for, the New England Patriots. When you see the terrible towel flag waiving you know its time for some football. If yinz can’t be dahn tahn to watch the stillers with an ahrn, this is the […]
Join us for a spectacular day as the leaves turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and gold! Bring the whole family to the Fall Foliage Fly-In at Warren-Sugarbush Airport for a celebration of aviation and autumn. 🌭 Enjoy a delicious BBQ fundraiser benefiting Flight Experience for Youth — a great way to support young aspiring […]
Mad River Valley STEM Festival Brings Hands-On Science Fun to Local Families Interactive ECHO Science Exhibits Come to Big Picture Community Hub for the Arts This October Mad River Valley, VT – The Mad River Valley community is invited to explore the exciting world of science, technology, engineering, and math at the inaugural Mad River […]
Sunday October 5, 2025 The Allen Clark Memorial Hill Climb — the annual grunt-fest that has fast become a rite of cycling passage in the Mad River Valley — is a grueling time trial that rises 1,600 vertical feet in 6.2 miles, from the intersection of Routes 100 and 17 to the top of Appalachian […]
Our trail work days are always a fun time – make new buddies, learn the backcountry area, and generate some excellent snow karma! There is often an informal apres as well. Fall Trail Days If you enjoy working in the woods and have some time to spare, please join the Valley’s Catamount Trail Assn Trail […]
Come watch the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Cleveland Browns in an AFC North matchup. When the terrible towel flag is waving, we are watching the Steelers game. We will be offering food from our Pittsburgh centric menu including pierogies and our “”Burgh” sandwich with Either Bologna or Capicola with provolone, fries and slaw stuffed […]
Climb It For Climate – Fall Rally Event Details: The Activist Athlete with Carolina Rubio MacWright Sunday, October 12th @ Lincoln Peak during Sugarbush Community Days Join Friends of the Mad River, the Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition, and Sugarbush for a beautiful fall foliage hike followed by an inspiring conversation about collective climate action. […]
The Wilderness First Aid (WFA) is a two-day (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) training and certification course that provides a solid foundation in the basics of backcountry medical care. CPR certification is included as a part of all WFA courses taught by Kingdom Adventures Mountain Guides, LLC. Each course is designed and tailored for mountain […]
Happy Halloween gathering at Blueberry Lake, Warren, VT. A benefit paddle for Waitsfield Children’s Halloween Loop Road Event … pumpkins & treats welcome.
MRVBC has partnered again with Kel Rossiter of Adventure Spirit to offer a 1-day workshop on backcountry fundamentals. The BC Primer will be an all-day workshop held at the Mad River Glen @ the Cricket Club and on the mountain on Saturday, November 1st. The course topics will help those who are newer to backcountry […]
Please come join us for a Catamount Trail Work Day from Lincoln Gap to West Hill Road on Sunday, Nov. 2nd. (Rain/Bad Weather date Nov 9th). This is a great way to explore and build a connection with this remote section of the CT before the snow comes! MEET: 9:00 AM on West Hill Road […]
Come watch the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Indianapolis Colts on our 75″ tv in the barn. We haven’t been open for the last two games as they are night games and we don’t like to be up late. Apparently the Steelers felt the same way as they came away with 2 losses. But this […]
The Waitsfield Elementary Ski & Skate Sale is back for it’s 46th year! This celebrated community tradition returns to Waitsfield Elementary School on Saturday, November 15, offering unbeatable prices on new and gently used ski, skate, and winter sports gear to support the WES PTA. * WHAT: New and Used Gear: Alpine, Nordic, Skate, Backcountry, […]
Are you an angler ready to take your fly fishing to the next level? Never been out but curious about what’s involved in the sport? Join us for a fly-tying demo with angler Rob Jordan and Pete Brooks where they will show their techniques and share tips and tricks for getting started with your own […]
Come out and watch the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the surprisingly good Chicago Bears. When you see the terrible towel flag waiving you know its time for some football. If yinz can’t be dahn tahn to watch the stillers with an ahrn, this is the next best place. Once again this year we are offering […]
Staycations, microadventures, homegrown challenges… what does it mean to find adventure in your own backyard? In a time of uncertainty, and with clear climate consequences to far-flung adventures, how do we find joy and create memories in the place we call home? Join Friends of the Mad River, the Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition, and […]
Welcoming ALL ladies to the annual Ladies Night at VT North Ski Shop This annual event is a great way to get together, re-connect with your ski people and check out some great deals too! Door prizes, bubbles and nibbles, and enter to win a pair of Hestra heated mittens.
MRVBC is a long-standing partner with Winter Wildlands Alliance screening the Backcountry Film Festival for 5 straight years. This event has sold out every year with proceeds supporting MRVBC programming and the Catamount Trail Association Youth Programs. MRVBC is pleased to have donated several thousands of dollars to the programs on behalf of the Mad […]
The Warren Public Library will host an interactive educational program with the huskies of Siber Sled Dogs. Participants will learn about the dogs’ sledding and training with time for petting and photos after the presentation. This outdoor event is free and open to all. Wear winter clothes and leave pets at home.
The Steelers Ba(n) will be open Sunday 12/21with a late afternoon kickoff for a big NFL matchup. Come watch the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Detroit Lions. These 2 teams are fighting for their playoff survival. As always we will have our Pittsburgh centric food menu available with our imported pierogies, grilled sandwiches with fries […]
The Steelers Bar(n) will be open Sunday 12/28 with for an AFC North matchup. Come watch the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Cleveland Browns. The Steelers are trying to stay at the top of the AFC North and the Browns are trying to avoid the number 1 pick in the NFL draft next year. As […]
Grab your sled and have some fun on the big hill behind the barn at the 1824 House. The restaurant will be open with warm drinks, cold beer and light food. No outside alcohol, food or dogs.
Join us Saturday Jan. 15th, 5:30 pm with David Goodman and Porter Fox in conversation about the future of snow and winter. We are gathering to honor the winter spirit in all of us. This is a pertinent time to engage collectively around our beloved earth and the winter beauty she provides for our survival, […]
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 […]
Join Sugarbush Risk Manager Matt Brown for a tour up the Mt. Ellen Route, ending in hot beverages and snacks at the Glen House. We will host an open discussion on Uphill Policy, Safety, and the risk occurring throughout the industry in terms of backcountry travel. Guest appearance from grooming operations as they discuss the […]
Co-sponsored by MRVBC and Friends of the Mad River: First ever Uphill Race at Mount Ellen! Part of the expanding Climb It For Climate series, this is an inclusive, friendly competition to celebrate winter, our watershed, and this incredible landscape. If you have ever thought of trying an uphill race but felt intimidated, this is […]
Looking for all the dancing royalty in Waterbury and beyond! Mark your calendars for Saturday, January 31 at the Ice Center. The event will benefit Waterbury Common Market with entry as a non-perishable food item, as well as Waterbury Winterfest with our 50/50 raffle! Prizes for best costume and for a karaoke contest. The event […]
Love Makes the World Go Around is this month’s trivia. The questions are all about love; in literature, film, in other countries and in music. If you are interested in coming, book a table in advance by calling Deco at 802-496-9222.
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 […]
Join us at 1824 House to watch Super Bowl LX on our big screen and enjoy a Super Bowl Snacking Feast. Whether you have a team in the game, want to watch commercials or the half time show, we will have everything you need to watch the big game. Buffet Includes: sandwiches, chili, wings, soft […]
We’re hyped for the upcoming SuperBowl with the Seattle Seahawks vs the New England Patriots! But we’re even more hyped for the BAD BUNNY HALFTIME SHOW! We’ll have the game on the BIG SCREEN and all the tv’s and the sound up! Peace Burger food specials and bar specials. Let’s go!!!! Bar open at 5pm. […]
Make sure to find your favorite spot to view our spectacular torchlight parade on Spring Fling followed by a fireworks show! Celebrate Presidents Day weekend with an awesome light show up on the mountain. Remember please leave all pets at home.
Come sledding on the best hill in the MRV. BYOSled, tube or sheet pan (we don’t judge). The restaurant will be open to warm up between runs. We will be serving lite bites, warm drinks, cold beer, fun cocktails. No outside food, alcohol or dogs.
Come out to see the VT Coyotes – Vermont’s only professional basketball team – play the Saratoga Racers in their final game of the season AND help support Prevent Child Abuse Vermont. 100% of ticket proceeds will be donated to PCAVT to fund their work supporting children and families. Fans are encouraged to WEAR BLUE […]
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 […]
Inspired by March Madness, trivia questions will be about tournaments past and present. Call Deco in advance to reserve a table.
Each and every organism leaves behind a trace of its presence, the history of its life written upon the landscape. We must only learn how to read their stories. Join Dave Muska of Ondatra Adventures and Friends of the Mad River to explore the art of wildlife tracking. In this class, you’ll be introduced to […]
Green Mountain Shred-A-Thon The Green Mountain Shred is a bell-to-bell Shred-A-Thon fueled by laps, community, and Vermont grit. Locals and diehards come together to chase turns, challenge their legs, and raise critical funds for High Fives athletes—all while soaking up classic Green Mountain vibes. Why Shred? Fundraising $200 unlocks a discounted lift ticket, a stacked […]
