The Mad River Valley Village

Switchback Swag Giveaway
2026-02-21 15:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Castlerock Pub, Lincoln Peak, Warren, 05674
Join us for a Switchback promo night at Castlerock Pub!

Walt’s After Dark
2026-02-21 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-28 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-14 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-21 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-28 16:00 - 19:00 | 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 up, don’t forget to check the Snow Report for closures or updates.

Alpine Aurora – Midwinter Glow
2026-02-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Sugarbush Resort, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674, Warren, 05674
Get the party started with Live DJ and Laser Light Show in the Lincoln Peak Courtyard!

Late Night Music
2026-02-21 20:00 - 23:00 | Castlerock Pub, Lincoln Peak, Warren, 05674
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.Band to be announced soon.

Winter Golf Clinic at the SHaRC
2026-02-23 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-09 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-23 17:00 - 19:00 | 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 overall game.2026 Winter Golf Clinic Dates:January: 12, 26February: 9, 23March: 9, 23April: 6, 20Time:5 PM – 7 PMCost:$50 per sessionCall the SHaRC at 802-583-6700 for more information.

Lawson’s Takeover
2026-02-28 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-14 15:00 - 18:00 | Castlerock Pub, Lincoln Peak, Warren, 05674
Join us for free swag giveaways from Lawson’s at Castlerock Pub!

Climb It for Climate
2026-02-28 17:00 - 20:30 | 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
2026-02-28 19:00 - 22:00 | Castlerock Pub, Lincoln Peak, Warren, 05674
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

Citizen Cider Takeover
2026-03-05 15:00 - 18:00 | Green Mountain Lounge, 626 Mt Ellen Rd
Join us for free swag giveaways from Citizen Cider at Green Mountain Lounge!

The Allyn’s Lodge Experience: À La Carte Dinner with Barr Hill
2026-03-06 17:00 - 21:00 | Allyn’s Lodge, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674
Join us, and our friends, at Barr Hill 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 Barr Hill Gin. 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

River Roost Brewing Takeover
2026-03-07 15:00 - 18:00 | Castlerock Pub, Lincoln Peak, Warren, 05674
Join us for free swag giveaways with River Roost Brewing Takeover at Castlerock Pub!

Castlerock Extreme ’26
2026-03-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Castlerock’s Lift Line, 102 Forest Drive, Warren, VT 05674, USA
Castlerock Extreme 2026: Test Your Mettle on the Legendary Lift Line!Get ready for an all-out showdown on the gnarliest terrain Sugarbush has to offer! The Castlerock Extreme is back, calling on bold skiers and riders to conquer the iconic Lift Line. Think you’ve got what it takes? This is where legends are made.Event Info:• Where: Lift Line, Castlerock (it’s Castlerock or bust—this event doesn’t move!)• When: 10am. Competition kicks off at 10 AM with the youngsters, followed by youth and adults.• Format: One run per competitor—make it count!• Judging: Our panel of expert freestyle judges knows style, skill, and precision when they see it. Bring your A-game!• Awards: Celebrate the winners at 3 PM in the Lincoln Peak Courtyard.• JuniorsLimited to First 75 Entrants / Adults Limited to First 25 EntrantsEvent Schedule:• 7:00am:8:00am Bib Pickup outside Castlerock Pub•8:00- 8:15am: Mandatory Competitor Safety Meeting- Lincoln Peak Courtyard•8:45am-10:00am: Course Inspection•10:00am: Competition Start•4:00pm: Awards Ceremony- Lincoln Peak CourtyardAge Categories:•Groms: Under 10•Young Guns: 10-14•Junior Crushers: 14-17• Prime Time: 18-30•Masters of the Mountain: 30+(Boys/Girls, Men’s/Women’s categories—everyone gets their shot!)This is no ordinary comp—it’s a battle against Lift Line’s legendary steeps, bumps, and unforgiving lines. Whether you’re a Castlerock regular or it’s your first time taking on the beast, this is your chance to prove you’re up to the challenge.ADULT (18+) REGISTRATION JR (18 & under) REGISTRATION

Sophistafunk | Late Night Music
2026-03-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Castlerock Pub, Lincoln Peak, Warren, 05674
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 Sophistafunk

The Allyn’s Lodge Experience: À La Carte Dinner with Whistle Pig
2026-03-17 17:00 - 21:00 | Allyn’s Lodge, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674
Join us, and our friends, at Whistle Pigfor 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 Whistle Pig. 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

Ikon First Tracks
2026-03-21 00:00 - 23:59 | Sugarbush Resort, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674, Warren, 05674
Ikon Pass holders unlock untouched powder and crispy corduroy with free Ikon Pass First Tracks. Grab early morning laps before the lifts open to the public on Super Bravo starting at 7:30AM on Saturday, March 21st.Guests with a valid Ikon Pass or Ikon Base Pass can go direct to lift. Ikon First Tracks are automatically loaded onto your pass for the select dates.

10th Annual Side Surfers Banked Slalom
2026-03-21 09:00 - 16:00 | Mt Ellen Sugar Run, 626 Mt. Ellen Road, Waitsfield, VT 05673
Sidesurfers and Sugarbush PARKS team up to present the 10th Annual Sidesurfers Banked Slalom at Mt. Ellen, March 21st, 2026. A timed snowboard race through a handcrafted course in Sugarbush Parks consisting of berms, turns, and technical aspects that will challenge riders from start to finish. Two runs each-best time counts! Open to all ages; riders and spectators are encouraged to rally family and friends to join in this community celebration for a day of riding, camaraderie, and friendly competition. More information and registration coming soon!

Lawson’s Pride Weekend Takeover
2026-03-21 15:00 - 18:00 | Castlerock Pub, Lincoln Peak, Warren, 05674
Join us in celebrating Pride Weekend with free swag giveaways with a takeover by Lawson’s Finest Liquids at Castlerock Pub!

Gay for Disco | Late Night Music
2026-03-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Castlerock Pub, Lincoln Peak, Warren, 05674
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 Gay for Disco

Aperol Spritz Party
2026-03-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Lincoln Peak Courtyard, Warren, 05674, United States
Aperol Spritz? Sunny spring vibes? Say less. Hang in the Lincoln Peak Courtyard with us for Aperol Spritz’s, swag giveaways and DJ Ghost bringing the tunes all afternoon. Don’t miss the Sprizzer either! Channel the essence of Italian spring skiing with this classic cocktail and party.

Walt’s After Dark – The Last Walt’s
2026-03-28 16:00 - 19:00 | Walt’s at the Glen House, 626 Mt. Ellen Road, Waitsfield, VT 05673
It’s The Last Walt’s! 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. Celebrate the end of Mt. Ellen’s season with $6 beers and music all night long. Weather permitting, we’ll be enjoying live tunes outside for ultimate spring après. 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 up, don’t forget to check the Snow Report for closures or updates.

Climb It for Climate
2026-03-28 16:30 - 20:30 | Lincoln Peak, 102 Forest Drive, Warren, VT 05674, USA
Join Friends of the Mad River, the Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition and Sugarbush for the final Uphill Rally of the season at Lincoln Peak as part of The Uphill Series. A communal, formal uphill tour will be followed by a panel discussion featuring local women in inspiring leadership roles including; a nurse/nordic center entrepreneur, a ski-photographer-turned-life-coach for women empowerment, a teacher/creator of an epic gravel ride for sustainable rural recreation, and a cutting edge climate scientist.Even if you can’t attend the rally portion of the event, you are welcome to the discussion portion!All funds raised through the Climb it For Climate initiatives will directly translate into climate education and action in the Mad River watershed.

Mt. Ellen Closing Champagne Cowbell Party
2026-03-29 15:00 - 18:00 | Green Mountain Lounge, 626 Mt Ellen Rd
Turn Mt. Ellen’s closing weekend into a long one with rooms starting at $207 and a FREE night.End off the season in style at Mt. Ellen’s closing day Champagne Party! Pop some bubbly, test your cork-shooting aim to ring the cowbell in the rafters. Toast to Mt Ellen’s farewell for the season with friends and family. Featuring live music with the Detonators.

Pond Skim Entry Party (21+)
2026-04-03 19:00 - 22:00 | Castlerock Pub, Lincoln Peak, Warren, 05674
Missed out on Pond Skim registration? This is your last shot. Join us Friday night for costumes, dancing and music from DJ Maëstro, —plus a chance to score a FREE entry into this year’s Pond Skim!! The shenanigans kick off at 7 PM, and we’ll be giving away 25 entries throughout the night for the Pond Skim the VERY NEXT DAY! pull out your most ridiculous, creative, or downright epic outfit.21+ ONLY, people! That means kids—time to hit the slopes, because this party is for the big kids. Bring your valid ID, your party vibes, and your absolute A-game. It’s going to be a night of laughs, tunes, and memories you’ll be talking about all season long. Don’t miss out!
