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Dead Sessions (Lite)

Localfolk Smokehouse 9 VT-17, Waitsfield, United States

Cousins Brewing brings Dead Sessions Lite back to Waitsfield for two big sets of Grateful tunes and Deadly Improv on the themes. Featuring Seth Yacovone ripping the Jerry Garcia riffs. The Faster We Go the Rounder We Get!

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: Mike Mac

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

Mike Mac brings his upbeat guitar, loop pedals, and outstanding vocals to the taproom once again. One of our favorites!

LINE DANCING: BOOTS & BURGERS w/Jenna from GOOD TIME LINE DANCING

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

Line Dancing at Afterthoughts will continue through the winter with Jenna from Good Time Line Dancing! She’ll be here on the 2nd and fourth Sunday’s (weather permitting) of the month to get down and dirty on the dance floor with some new moves and classic line dances for you. $10 to participate. Dust off those […]

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 Brewery 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Every Monday at Lawson’s Finest Liquids! $5 pours of all our draft beers all day Mac and cheese specials Double your Toast loyalty points 20% off cases of beer in our retail shop Our favorite recorded live shows over the speakers. Have a favorite? Let us know! Also! Monthly artist spotlights and community features  

MadLove Mondays

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

Every Monday at Lawson’s Finest Liquids!

Any Book Club

Virtual Event 251 Common Road, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Warren Public Library staff host a Zoom discussion where we share the books we’re reading and loving right now. No required reading, no pressure, just a talk about books. Please come prepared to share your recommendations for adult fiction and non-fiction. A Zoom link will be sent to registered participants. Register at warrenlibrary.com.

Monthly Marketing Workshop

Remote , United States

Monthly Marketing Workshops Level up your marketing game—one month at a time. As a Mad River Valley Chamber member, you have access to a unique resource designed to give your business a competitive edge: Monthly Marketing Workshops. These sessions are practical, approachable, and packed with tools you can use right away to grow your business. […]

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: The Loonz

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

From reggae, to funk, to rock and everything in between. The Loonz are a can’t miss quartet from Central Vermont and we’re thrilled to welcome them to the Taproom for the first time.

Sunshine Brat Wednesdays

Lawson’s Finest Brewery 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, United States

This ain’t your grandpa’s beer and a bratwurst. Every Wednesday come to Lawson’s Finest Liquids for some big time flavor: A massive jalapeño cheddar beer bratwurst made with Sip of Sunshine by our friends at 5th Quarter Butcher, served on a pretzel bun made by none other than Patrick from Green Mountain Twisters Pretzels, comes […]

Sunshine Brat Wednesdays

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

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

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, […]

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 faystonhistoricalsociety@gmail.com Lots of exciting things are happening!

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!

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.

Fresh Catch Thursday

Lawson’s Finest Brewery 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Every Thursday starting at 4pm we host Nor’Easter Catering for a raw bar pop-up. Come on down and enjoy the freshest oysters you can get your hands on, and a variety of weekly specials that often include lobster rolls, shrimp cocktails, tuna poke bowls, blue crab quesadillas, and more!

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.

Mad Mingle Chamber Mixer

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

John Morris, brewmaster at Cousin’s Brewing Co. Mark your calendar! Our next Mad River Valley Chamber Mad Mingle Mixer is coming up on Thursday, January 15, from 5–7 PM, and it’s a two-location happening at Cousin’s Brewing Company and the MRV Chamber Welcome Center — and we’d love to see you there. It’s the perfect opportunity to reconnect with fellow business owners and […]

Big Conversations in 10 Short Minutes

Virtual Event 251 Common Road, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Big Conversations in 10 Short Minutes is a virtual meetup in the Mad River Valley. There is no agenda other than to meet and enjoy brief conversations with others in the community. Here’s how it works: We’ll give you a couple of conversation prompts. One is simple. One leans more toward the philosophical. You’ll be […]

Best Day Ever @ The Big Picture Theater

Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield

Join us to watch Best Day Ever at The Big Picture Theater and Cafe in Waitsfield, VT. Best Day Ever (48 min) has won awards at film festivals worldwide. We’re excited to bring it back to Vermont to share it with our local community. This screening is a fundraiser for the Kelly Brush Foundation, Vermont […]

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 […]

Special Edition Double Sunshine: Krush Dry-Hopped

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

For the first time ever, we’re changing it up. On Friday January 16th at exactly 4:00pm, we’ll be tapping the first keg ever of Double Dry-Hopped Double Sunshine with Krush hops. This will be draft only, and exclusive to the Taproom. Krush is a super new hop varietal that Yakima Chief Hops describes as “fruit […]

Family Fridays!

Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield

Kick off the weekend with Family Fridays! From 4:30–6:00 pm. Adults can unwind during cocktail hour while kids enjoy fun, creative activities in the Red Room. Seasonal crafts provided by Inkling Bookstore! A little something for everyone to start the weekend right. Simple snacks for children will be provided. Ages 3 +

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 jschonder@sugarbush.com.

Co-op Board of Trustees In-Season Meeting

The Co-op’s Board of Trustees meets monthly during the winter ski season. 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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

DragonBoot Returns!

Waterbury Congregational Church 8 N. Main Street a 8 N. Main Street, Waterbury, Vermont, United States

Eleva is proud to present the return of the award-winning string quartet, DragonBoot, based at Juilliard for an unforgettable Winter afternoon. These extra-ordinarily talented women will make you experience string music like you’ve never heard before. Saturday, January 17, 2026, 3:00 PM Waterbury Congregational Church 8 North Main, Waterbury, VT PROGRAM: Beethoven: String Quartet Op. […]

Co-op Board of Trustees In-Season Meeting

The Co-op’s Board of Trustees meets monthly during the winter ski season. 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 […]

Co-op Board of Trustees In-Season Meeting

The Co-op’s Board of Trustees meets monthly during the winter ski season. 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 […]

ZERO CELSIUS

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

Mad River Valley Arts welcomes David Goodman and Porter Fox for a public conversation about ‘winter’ at the ZERO CELSIUS Exhibition in Waitsfield, VT — January 17, 2026 | 5:30–7:00 PM David Goodman—award-winning journalist and host of The Vermont Conversation, known for his reporting on climate impacts and natural disasters—will join Porter Fox, acclaimed author […]

Zero Celsius

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

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, […]

Harwood Auditorium Revitalization Project at the Big Picture; Featuring Reid Parsons

Big Picture Theater 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield

Harwood Alum, Reid Parsons, will return to the Mad River Valley to headline a fundraising concert for the Harwood Auditorium Revitalization Project at the Big Picture on Saturday, January 17th. The show will celebrate the legacy of high-quality music education at Harwood by featuring Parsons and including the current HUHS student band, the Glam Cowboys, […]

THE REMNANTS

Localfolk Smokehouse 9 VT-17, Waitsfield, United States

Hard hitting Blues, Rock and Soul… Come help us blow the doors off and dance till you drop with The Remnants at Cousins Brewing / Localfolk Smokehouse!

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 […]

Crafting Kickoff!

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

Get your crafting project kicked off! Spend time with Molly, our in-house fiber expert and the maker behind all of our knitting, needlepoint, and cross-stitch samples. She’ll get you started, answer questions, and make sure you’re ready to take your project across the finish line! A $10 reservation holds your spot and becomes a $10 […]

Madam Cutler & Co – On-Site Knife Sharpening

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

Bring your clean knives, scissors, and hand pruners for on-site sharpening by the pros at Madam Cutler & Co. Walk away with tools that cut like new.

Sunday Sessions: Ryan Sweezey

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

Award-winning Vermont singer/songwriter. Ryan is a true delight on stage and a top notch musician and performer.



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