The Mad River Valley Village

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Torchlight Parade & Fireworks
2025-01-19 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Sugarbush Resort, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674, Warren, 05674
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a special fireworks display, and torchlight parade held on Spring Fling. Remember please leave all pets at home.More information coming soon!

Fat-ypus Skis Demo Day
2025-01-20 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Handmade skis out of Breckenridge, Colorado.

Abstract^2
2025-01-20 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-21 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-22 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-23 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-24 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-25 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Mad River Valley Arts, 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, Waitsfield, 05673
Mad River Valley Arts (Mad Arts) presents Lisa Dimondstein, Julie Parker and Sandra Shenk in Abstract^2.
These three women photographers are dedicated to radicalizing the photo as image.
They abstract from a pre-existing abstract sculpture with the aim to capture the essential properties and relationships of the original abstract concept, and in doing so they remove themselves from any context or specific content or representation. The process involves eliminating any reference to real-world objects or situations and to focus only on the inherent structures and relationships.
The Cold Hollow Sculpture Park, in Enosburg Falls, has over 70 large abstract sculptures by renowned artist David Stromeyer. The photographs of Lisa, Julie and Sandra
are inventive abstractions from David’s sculpture. They utilize an in-camera multiple exposure technique to explore the intricate relationship between color, texture, movement, line and form.

Live Music Aprés in Stark’s Pub
2025-01-20 14:30 - 17:00, 2025-01-24 14:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Our live music series continues this season on Fridays, après-ski, from 2:30 to 5:00 PM! A huge thank you to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local musicians. Fridays 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 is open daily during the winter ski season, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Come join us for great music and good times!

Winter Music Schedule:
12.20 The Caleb Garby Trio
01.03 Atom & the Orbits
01.10 Straight Jacket Slumber Party
01.17 Rob Pierce & Bob
01.20 Brett Hughes & Lowell Thompson
01.24 Madigan Linnane
02.07 Fun Dip
02.14 Local 28
02.28 Brett Hughes & Lowell Thompson
03.07 John Lackard Trio
03.14 Clint Bierman & Friends
03.21 Jaded Ravins
04.04 Brett Hughes & Lowell Thompson
04.11 Dave O & Mike Schuster
Thanks to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local artists & good vibes year-round in Stark’s Pub.

Women’s Telemark Tuesday Clinic
2025-01-21 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Telemark ski programs by women, for women using positive attitudes, tactics and techniques to help you achieve your skiing goals. This program is designed for intermediate telemark skiers and above. Eight 2-hour lessons on Tuesday mornings. Space is limited.
Dates: Tuesdays – January 7, 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 25 & March 4
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $349 – 8 Week Session (Valid Pass or Ticket required)
RESERVE NOW

Tuesday Tunes: Justin LaPoint
2025-01-21 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673
Born and raised in Vermont, Justin LaPoint is a singer/songwriter armed with a unique voice and style. He draws on elements of his small-town upbringing and the forest surrounding him. With one hand on the wheel and one hand out the window his music makes one look forward to the unknown road ahead and look back at the simple life behind.

Live Music Wednesdays at Déco!
2025-01-22 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Hostel Tevere, 203 Powderhound Rd, Warren, VT, 05674, United States
Join us every Wednesday for a vibrant evening of live music with local artist Madigan Linnane.
This is the perfect way to wind down after a day on the slopes.
The music will run from 5-7 PM.
We can’t wait to see you there!

LIVE MUSIC & PUB NIGHT Featuring Ragged Company!
2025-01-22 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Mad River Barn
Join us in the pub for all your favorite Mad River Barn menu items with live music from Ragged Company. Open 5pm – 9pm.

Kids Night Out: Canvas & Cocoa
2025-01-22 18:15 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Waterbury Recreation Building, 27 Butler Street, Waterbury VT 05676 27 Butler Street, Waterbury, Vermont, 05676, United States
A kids-only paint night, where youthful artists will be instructed in a holiday themed scene while enjoying hot cocoa and dinner. Each artist will go home with their masterpiece.
This is a great opportunity for parents to shop in Waterbury, grab dinner at a local restaurant, or enjoy some time to yourselves!

Women’s Mid-Week Alpine Clinic
2025-01-23 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
The Women’s Mid-Week clinics are for women and taught by women using positive attitude, tactics and techniques to help you achieve your skiing goals. This eight-week program meets for 2-hour sessions on Thursday mornings.
Dates: Thursdays – January 9, 16, 23, 30 February 6, 13, 27 & March 6 (No session 02.20.25)
Time: 10:00 am until 12:00 pm
Cost: $349 – 8 week session
RESERVE NOW

Fayston Elementary School Ski Program
2025-01-23 12:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
Welcoming 1st through 6th grade students from the Fayston Elementary School for an afternoon of skiing!

How to Write a Children’s Book
2025-01-23 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Joslin Memorial Library, 4391 Main Street, Waitsfield, 05673
Have you been thinking about writing a children’s book, but aren’t sure where to begin?
Wondering whether to rhyme or not to rhyme? How many words are too many words?
Join picture book author (& owner of Inking’s Children’s Books) Brian Wray for a four week workshop and discover how to create short, inviting, and presentable picture books.
Pre-register online by accessing upcoming programs at joslinmemoriallibrary.com

Free Cabot Fondue
2025-01-23 15:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
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 Thursdays
2025-01-23 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Lawson’s Finest Brewery, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Join us and Nor’Easter Catering every Thursday from 4:00pm to 7:00pm in the Taproom as they serve up a variety of oysters on the half shell and a rotating menu of seafood dishes like shrimp ceviche, crab quesadillas, lobster rolls and more.

Dinner with Dayna Lorentz at Inklings Children’s Books!
2025-01-24 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Join award-winning author, Dayna Lorentz, for a reading from her riveting middle grade book, “Wayward Creatures.” Following the reading, Dayna will answer questions from children. She’ll also share insight into how she approaches her writing – all while enjoying delicious food!!
Registration is FREE. Only 20 seats are available. Please RSVP at inklingschildrensbooks@gmail.com
Purchase a copy of “Wayward Creatures” in advance, using the event link!
Date: January 24th, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: Inklings Children’s Books
Dinner: Provided

Kids SIM Take Over
2025-01-24 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Sugarbush Resort, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674, Warren, 05674
Parents, Enjoy a Night Out—We’ll Keep the Kids Entertained!
Calling all kids ages 6-12! Join us for an evening of fun and games at the SHARC SIM Rooms. While you’re immersed in exciting activities supervised by our friendly Sugarbush staff, your parents can relax and enjoy a night out.
Here’s what’s waiting for you:
Gaming adventures and activities in the SIM Rooms
Pizza, popcorn, and drinks included
Drop-off is at 6 PM, and pick-up is at 9 PM. Let us handle the fun while your parents take a well-deserved break.
Reservations are required, and spots are limited to the first 18 kids. Cost is $60 per child. Secure your spot today!

Women’s Discovery Camp
2025-01-25 00:00 - 23:59, 2025-01-26 00:00 - 23:59 (America/New_York) | Sugarbush Resort, 102 Forest Drive Warren, VT 05674, Warren, 05674
Elevate your skills and confidence with our Women’s Discovery Camps, a transformative 2-day experience designed to meet the unique needs of every participant
Led by expert coaches, these camps strike the perfect balance of skill-building, camaraderie, and time on the slopes, whether you’re new to Sugarbush and looking to build confidence or a seasoned skier eager to refine your technique.
With a focus on progression and connection, you’ll leave feeling more capable and inspired than ever, ready to embrace the mountain with newfound confidence.

Naturalist Guided Snowshoe Tours
2025-01-25 10:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
Every Saturday and Sunday at 10:30 am Join one of Mad River Glen’s Naturalists for a guided snowshoe trek tailored to your interest 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 well as our resident moose, bear, deer, fisher, coyote, red fox and more! Easy to moderate difficulty. Click here to Request A Reservation today or click here to learn more about our Naturalist Programs.

You Can Cartoon! at Joslin Memorial Library
2025-01-25 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Joslin Memorial Library, 4391 Main Street, Waitsfield, 05673
Come get your doodle on at Joslin Library! If you love perusing the graphic novel section of the library and have always wanted to make your own comic strip, this is the program for you!
We’ll cover all the basics from designing your characters to dialogue.
Recommended for children kindergarten and older. Drop-off friendly although caregivers are welcome to join, light refreshments will be served.
Register here: https://forms.gle/KAFCqhy2uEGSaXLDA

SKATIUM Open Air Ice Skating Rink
2025-01-25 12:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Skatium Ice Rink, 40 Slow Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Come and enjoy open air ice skating and stick n’ puck hockey in the heart of downtown Waitsfield!
We will be open weekends and holidays from 12pm – 10pm, weather permitting. If we cannot open or our hours will change, we will post an update on facebook.com/skatium.
For more information and to purchase a Season Pass, see our website at skatiumvt.org.

Turtles to Toads
2025-01-25 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
Discover Vermont’s Reptiles and Amphibians at Mad River Glen
The Stark Mountain Foundation invites nature lovers of all ages to an exciting and educational event on Saturday, January 25th, at 5:00 PM in the Basebox at Mad River Glen. This engaging program will introduce attendees to the fascinating world of Vermont’s reptiles and amphibians—some of the state’s most misunderstood yet captivating creatures.
Led by expert staff from the Southern Vermont Natural History Museum, the evening will feature an interactive slideshow that explores the lives, habitats, and ecological importance of these remarkable animals. Guests will have the rare opportunity to see live reptiles and amphibians up close and engage with touchable artifacts, making this a hands-on experience perfect for families, children, and nature enthusiasts alike.
For those who may feel uneasy around snakes or other creatures, this program is designed to foster understanding and appreciation, offering an opportunity to see these animals in a new light.
The event begins at 5:00 PM and is free to attend. Pre-registration is encouraged at (https://bit.ly/411QxhJ). Don’t miss this chance to embark on an unforgettable journey into Vermont’s wild side!

Meet Vermont’s Coolest Reptiles and Amphibians!
2025-01-25 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Mad River Glen, 57 Schuss Pass Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Calling all curious kids and families! Join us on Saturday, January 25th, at 5 pm for an all-ages chance to discover some of Vermont’s most fascinating critters—reptiles and amphibians!
Have you ever wanted to see a snake or a frog up close? This is your chance! Plus, there will be touchable artifacts for a hands-on experience perfect for the whole family. Not a big fan of snakes? Don’t worry—we’ll help you feel more comfortable and show you just how amazing they are.
This FREE event led by expert staff from the Southern Vermont Natural History Museum, starts at 5 p.m. on the third floor of the Mad River Glen Basebox.
Pre-registration is encouraged to save your spot — click the following link to register (https://bit.ly/411QxhJ). Join us in exploring Vermont’s wild side and make it a night to remember!

Telemark & Alpine Touring Demo Day
2025-01-26 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Mountain Ops from Stowe VT will set up a tent offering a demo space for skiers to test uphill equipment for both Alpine Touring and Telemark gear. This will be a free event where ticket holders and pass holders can try demo equipment and access our in-bounds uphill route on the Sunnyside of the mountain.
Whether you’re a seasoned backcountry enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this is your chance to experience the latest in telemark and alpine touring (AT) equipment firsthand.
Throughout the day, you’ll have the opportunity to demo a wide range of telemark and AT skis, boots, and bindings from leading brands. Whether you’re interested in lightweight touring setups or aggressive backcountry performance gear, there will be something for every style and skill level.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to test drive the latest telemark and AT gear. Grab your skis, pack your sense of adventure, and join us for a day of exploration, education, and excitement!
Equipment will come from a wide variety of brands including Wonder Alpine Skis, DPS, ATK, Dynafit, and Scarpa
Mountain Ops from Stowe will provide demo boots and skis for both Alpine Touring and Telemark.
