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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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 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 […]
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 […]
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
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 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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 +
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.
Join us this winter for MLK Weekend at Sugarbush, filled with skiing, riding, and special events for all ages. With two mountains to explore, it’s the perfect long-weekend escape.
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 […]
Handmade skis out of Breckenridge, Colorado.
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 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, […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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, […]
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!
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 […]
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 […]
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.
Award-winning Vermont singer/songwriter. Ryan is a true delight on stage and a top notch musician and performer.
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 […]
Martin Luther King Day – a call for peaceful protest by the Mad River Green in Waitsfield town. Hosted by Indivisible Calais, Indivisible Montpelier and Indivisible Mad River Valley. 40 signs of Fascism vs. Democracy will be on hand . Bring your signs, your energy and make your voice heard!
Every Monday at Lawson’s Finest Liquids!
A program for women and coached by women! This program is designed for the advanced novice to the all-mountain skier. Participants are placed in groups with skiers of similar ability and pace. Your coach will focus on technique, tactics and mental attitude to help you achieve your goals. Telemark in a supportive environment that will […]
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, […]
The Mad River of Valley Chamber of Commerce board meets every other month throughout the year. All chamber members in good standing are encouraged to attend board meetings. Executive Committee Sean Kramer – Chair, – 1824 House Inn Anna Nasset– Vice-Chair, Executive Committee – Stand Up Resources Mimi Buttenheim– Treasurer; Executive Committee – Mad River Distillers […]
The Mad River of Valley Chamber of Commerce board meets every other month throughout the year. All chamber members in good standing are encouraged to attend board meetings. Executive Committee Sean Kramer – Chair, – 1824 House Inn Anna Nasset– Vice-Chair, Executive Committee – Stand Up Resources Mimi Buttenheim– Treasurer; Executive Committee – Mad River Distillers […]
$3 Tacos – $5 Margaritas – Other Great Specials – Full Regular Menu
Folk, bluegrass, Celtic tunes and Americana. Dale and Darcy’s four-piece band plays it all. The music of Doc Watson, John Prine, John Denver and so much more.
This ain’t your grandpa’s beer and a bratwurst.
This ain’t your grandpa’s beer and a bratwurst.
Welcoming 1st through 6th grade students from the Waitsfield Elementary School for an afternoon of skiing!
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, […]
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 […]
Fiddlehead beer specials, give aways and live music by REDadmiral sponsored by Fiddlehead Brewing Company
This month the Warren Public Library Cookbook Club is mixing up mocktail recipes from “The Art of Mixology: Mocktails” by Parragon Books. We’ll display the book at the library for you to browse and choose a beverage to prepare. Snacks and appetizers — store-bought or homemade — are also welcome. Register at the library or […]
Join us in the pub for all your favorite Mad River Barn menu items with live music from Ragged Company! Open 5 pm – 9 pm. Live music every Wednesday in the winter!
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 […]
In the Mad River Valley, we believe that everyone — whether they live here, work here, or visit — deserves to feel safe. To support that vision the chamber’s is launching a new series of Stand Up for Safety workshops designed to help hospitality workers recognize and respond to situations that may threaten the safety or […]
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, […]
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.
Every Thursday starting at 4pm we host Nor’Easter Catering for a raw bar pop-up.
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 delicious fireside meal paired with beer from Zero Gravity. View the sample menu below. […]
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
