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Mad River Valley Community Calendar

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MadLove Mondays

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

Every Monday at Lawson’s Finest Liquids!

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.

New Year’s Eve Eve, Toddler Time Art Class at Inklings!

Inklings Children’s Books 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, United States

It’s a New Year’s Eve Eve Toddler Time Art Class at Inklings Children’s Books! Tuesday, Dec. 30th, from 10am – 11am. Caregivers and their little ones are invited to join the fun as we get ready for ringing in 2026! Activities will include “fireworks” painting, mask making, and crafting New Year lanterns. Register using the […]

Taco Tuesday

Hyde Away 1428 Mill Brook Rd, Waitsfield

$3 Tacos – $5 Margaritas – Other Great Specials – Full Regular Menu

Tuesday Tunes: Shacket

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

Shacket is a duo formed by our friends Sam Crawford and John Billingsley, whom you know from some of their other projects that have rocked the Taproom. Come on down for some good tunes!

Tuesday Tunes: Shacket

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

Weekly Tuesday Music at the Taproom

River Fire Experience

Drip Culture Infrared Saunas 4477 Main St Fuller House, Waitsfield, Vermont, United States

Calling all those brave souls looking for a fun and creative way to ring in the New Year! For the second straight year, Friends of the Mad River, Drip Culture, and Peak Flow are bringing the Mad River Valley community “River Fire”. Join us for a fire ceremony and a guided cold plunge in the […]

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.

The Beat Goes On!! New Year’s Eve Celebration

Lost Nation Theater 39 Main Street, Montpelier

The Beat Goes On!! Shidaa Projects and Lost Nation Theater’s third annual New Year’s Eve Celebration! A full day of festive celebration of drumming, dancing, music, and theater that’s fun for the whole family! Events at 1pm, 3pm & 6pm! Free! (Or By donation) Sponsored in part by Montpelier Alive! Youth Drumming Workshop at 1:00pm […]

New Year’s Eve Fireworks & Torchlight Parade

Join us for the Torchlight Parade and Fireworks Show as we ring in the New Year! The parade will start on Spring Fling at 7 PM, followed immediately by a dazzling fireworks display. This free event is open to all – please leave pets at home and stay off the slopes. Afterward, keep the celebration […]

New Year’s Eve Party

Ring in the New Year at Sugarbush! Join us after the fireworks for live music featuring the Grift. More details to come.

Community Sledding Day

1824 House 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT

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.

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 Taproom 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, United States

Every Thursday starting at 4pm we host Nor’Easter Catering for a raw bar pop-up.

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, […]

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 […]

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 +

Seasonal Kids’ Programs Begin

Welcome to the Mad River Glen ski school! Our goal is to infuse our programs with fun and knowledge of safety while teaching techniques that will allow your child to improve their ability. Our commitment to a small instructor/student ratio allows the children who participate in our program to not only have fun and become […]

THE UNDERDOGS

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

Vermont Swamp Jams Featuring Pappy Biondo- Banjo and Guitar, Spencer Lewis- Fiddle and Guitar, Jimmy Goodwin- Electric Guitar, Eric Graham Electric Bass.

Family Tournament

The Family Tournament originated as the Father-Son race and dates back to 1942 when it was originally held on the flanks of Mount Mansfield (Stowe). In its modern form, it is a race open to anyone who wants to participate. Racers complete a family-friendly GS course where a racer’s best time from two runs (attempts) […]

Seasonal Kids’ Programs Begin

Welcome to the Mad River Glen ski school! Our goal is to infuse our programs with fun and knowledge of safety while teaching techniques that will allow your child to improve their ability. Our commitment to a small instructor/student ratio allows the children who participate in our program to not only have fun and become […]

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!

Taco Tuesday

Hyde Away 1428 Mill Brook Rd, Waitsfield

$3 Tacos – $5 Margaritas – Other Great Specials – Full Regular Menu

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.

Clearing The Smoke – Fire & Safety Roundtable

Yestermorrow Design/Build School 7865 Main Street, Waitsfield

Safety is always the top priority for Mad River Valley businesses—and for good reason. Business owners care deeply about the well-being of their guests, employees, and neighbors. At the same time, understanding and navigating fire and life safety rules can be challenging. Codes are complex, interpretations can vary, and it’s not always clear what is […]

LIVE MUSIC & PUB NIGHT Featuring Jenny & The Betz!

Mad River Barn

Join us in the pub for all your favorite Mad River Barn menu items with live music from Jenny & The Betz! Open 5 pm – 9 pm. Live music every Wednesday in the winter!

Community Socrates Cafe: ” How Does the Passage of Time Affect Our Identity?”

Harwood Union High School Library 458 Route 100, Duxbury, VT

Students from Harwood’s Harkness Leadership class will be hosting a community Socrates Café on Thursday, January 8th from 5:30 to 7:00 PM in the HU library. A Socrates Café is an opportunity for dialogue about timeless and timely questions that all human beings deal with. Rather than being a debate or a discussion, a Socrates […]

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, […]

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.

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 […]

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 +

Telemark & Alpine Touring Demo Day

Mountain Ops will be in the base area offering free demos of the latest Alpine Touring and Telemark gear. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to test drive the latest telemark and AT gear.  Whether you’re a seasoned backcountry enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this is your chance to experience the newest tech in telemark and […]

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, […]

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 […]

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. […]



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