The Mad River Valley Village

Free Cabot Fondue
2026-03-05 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 Thursday
2026-03-05 16:00 - 19:00 | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
About the Event
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!

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MRV Libraries Pub Trivia
2026-03-05 19:00 - 20:30 | Hostel Tevere, 203 Powderhound Rd, Warren, VT, 05674, United States
Inspired by March Madness, trivia questions will be about tournaments past and present.
Call Deco in advance to reserve a table.

Free Heel Fridays
2026-03-06 00:00 - 23:59
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)
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Toddler Time, Creative Shapes Art Class at Inklings!
2026-03-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, 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, and color matching.
Begins Friday, Nov. 7th and goes for 6 weeks.
Ages: 18mo – 4yrs.
Price: $85 (all six classes) Drop-in Price: $15/per class

Zero Celsius
2026-03-06 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-07 13:00 - 17:00 | Mad River Valley Arts, 5031 Main Street #2 Village Square, Waitsfield, 05673
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, photography, and digital media, ZERO CELSIUS examines winter as material, concept, and metaphor: crystalline, fleeting, and ecologically vital. The exhibition invites visitors to consider the fragility of snow in a changing world, to reconnect with winter’s wonder and silence, and to share their own stories and memories of a season both timeless and increasingly imperiled.

Live Music Aprés in Stark’s Pub
2026-03-06 14:30 - 17:00
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 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!

Family Fridays!
2026-03-06 16:30 - 18:00 | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
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 +

Fish Fry Fridays
2026-03-06 17:00 - 20:00 | 1824 House, 2150 Main St., Waitsfield, VT, 05673
Join us Fridays through March for our popular “fish n chips”!
Our crispy batter dipped cod comes with tangy coleslaw, fresh cut fries, lemon and house made tartar sauce. Our full dinner menu available along with a full bar with draft beer, wine by the glass or bottle and seasonal cocktails.

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

The 2nd Annual Highland Jazz Cabaret
2026-03-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Big Picture Theater, 44 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, 05673
Join us for The 2nd Annual Highland Jazz Cabaret as we transform the theater into an intimate jazz club setting.
Featuring the Harwood HS Jazz Ensemble performing side-by-side with some of Vermont’s best jazz musicians, the show will be a fundraiser for Harwood’s Private Music Lesson Program and Scholarship Fund.
Tickets avalaible online Adult $15, Student $5
Food and beverages available for sale.
Mar 06, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Big Picture Theater & Cafe, 48 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT 05673, USA

Winter Wildlife Tracking Workshop
2026-03-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Lareau Farm, 48 Lareau Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Each and every organism leaves behind a trace of its presence, the history of its life written upon the landscape. We must only learn how to read their stories.
Join Dave Muska of Ondatra Adventures and Friends of the Mad River to explore the art of wildlife tracking. In this class, you’ll be introduced to basic tracking skills and concepts such as clear print identification, gait & track patterns, animal sign, as well as techniques to develop and further your skills of tracking. The workshop will be structured in two halves: the first half will cover tracking fundamentals at an approachable pace while the second half will venture further afield, practicing skills and deepening the knowledge gained.
This is a great class for anyone who wishes to deepen their experience with the natural world. All ages (children accompanied by an adult) are welcome.
Registration is required! This event has a capacity of about 20 people, so attendees need to register ahead of time to secure their spot. Register at https://forms.gle/UJDEGqt9efr2JcN99.
Suggested donation: $30
Please consider supporting Friends of the Mad River, as well as Ondatra Adventures, with a $30 suggested donation. Pay what you can: any amount helps us work towards our mission of a healthy and resilient watershed. We accept cash or Venmo.
To Bring: Notebook with pencil/pen, as well as weather-appropriate footwear/clothing. Field guides are optional. Dress warmly as tracking can be a slow-moving endeavor.

Parlor Skis Demo Day
2026-03-07 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-07 09:00 - 15:00
Parlor was founded on a shared passion for skiing in New England, with a focus on designing and building great products.
Our goal is to share this passion with as many people as we can.
Look for the Parlor tent in the base area and take advantage of a free demo!

We Can! Women’s Telemark Clinic
2026-03-07 09:45 - 15:00
Join us for a full day of telemark skiing and fun while being coached by some of Mad River Glen’s most experienced female coaches. Our women’s programs are taught in a supportive and encouraging environment so that students can build confidence, overcome fears and learn new tactics and techniques. Coaches use a student-centered, designing the day around your individual skiing goals. Whether you are looking to challenge yourself off-piste or wanting to feel more confident in your abilities, we’ve got you covered!
Price includes lunch.
Dates: Saturdays – February 7, March 7

Time: 9:30 am to 3:00 pm

Cost: $259/day ($319/day with lift ticket)
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Naturalist Guided Snowshoe Tours
2026-03-07 10:30 - 12:30, 2026-03-08 10:30 - 12:30
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 well as our resident moose, bear, deer, fisher, coyote, red fox and more! Snowshoe rentals are available for only $15 with the program!
Please note: Advanced registration is required. To request a reservation please fill out the Reservation Request Form prior to your visit. Naturalist Programs start at 10:30 AM. They are approximately 2 hours in duration and are easy to moderate in terms of difficulty.
Program Fees

Two-hour programs

$39 per person

Tubbs Snowshoes are available in the Mad River Glen Rental Shop.

Snowshoe Rental with a Naturalist Program – Only $15!
Snowshoe Trail Pass (without a program) – $5

For more information call (802) 496-3551 x. 125 or naturalist@madriverglen.com.

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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!

Shaping Our Future
2026-03-08 00:00 - 23:59
In collaboration with Hoods to Woods and the Shred Foundation, Shaping Our Future is a one-of-a-kind event focusing on bringing more people into the snow sports industry by way of terrain parks. Each organization will bring 6 kids to learn how to weld, shape, rake and build a terrain park over 3 days (March 6-8.) JOIN US Sunday, March 8th for a public ride day. We are encouraging the community from near and far to come out and ride and hang with the kids. We will also be raffling off some prizes! Please check out the organizations and consider donating to them below.

15th Annual Green Mountain Shred-A-Thon
2026-03-08 00:00 - 23:59
A High Fives Foundation pledge-driven event that is held each spring at the world’s greatest resort. On Sunday March 8th, 2025, participants will begin after having gathered pledges like NASCAR racing chasing sponsorships. Each participant will challenge themselves to hot laps as many times as possible from first to the last chair. Awards are given out for a variety of categories. There will be a vendor village, live DJ, lunch provided for participants, and an all-around great party in the name of philanthropy!Stay tuned for more information and registration!WHAT IS A SKI-A-THON?Enjoy an interactive, engaging, and community focused fundraising experience!RAISE FUNDS AHEAD OF TIMEReach out to your network and ask for donations in honor of the High Fives mission, spreading the word through social media, email, word of mouth, telegram, smoke signal, whatever you have access to.WIN AWESOME PRIZESWe have partnered with like-minded brands to offer participants the chance to win a whole slew of gear based on fundraising goals and day of participation.SKI AND RIDE ALL DAYThe party we’ve been waiting for! Participants track laps, interact with the vendor village, and can choose to dress up. Après ski the High Fives way with a killer after party celebration and awards ceremony.YOU CAN DO IT!Create your fundraising page or join a team.

Shaping Our Future Community Day
2026-03-08 00:00 - 23:59

15th Annual Green Mountain Shred-A-Thon
2026-03-08 00:00 - 23:59
A High Fives Foundation pledge-driven event that is held each spring at the world’s greatest resort. On Sunday March 8th, 2026, participants will begin after having gathered pledges like NASCAR racing chasing sponsorships. Each participant will challenge themselves to hot laps as many times as possible from first to the last chair. Awards are given out for a variety of categories. There will be a vendor village, live DJ, lunch provided for participants, and an all-around great party in the name of philanthropy!Stay tuned for more information and registration!WHAT IS A SKI-A-THON?Enjoy an interactive, engaging, and community focused fundraising experience!RAISE FUNDS AHEAD OF TIMEReach out to your network and ask for donations in honor of the High Fives mission, spreading the word through social media, email, word of mouth, telegram, smoke signal, whatever you have access to.WIN AWESOME PRIZESWe have partnered with like-minded brands to offer participants the chance to win a whole slew of gear based on fundraising goals and day of participation.SKI AND RIDE ALL DAYThe party we’ve been waiting for! Participants track laps, interact with the vendor village, and can choose to dress up. Après ski the High Fives way with a killer after party celebration and awards ceremony.YOU CAN DO IT!Create your fundraising page or join a team.

NVC U8 & U10 Dual Giant Slalom Race
2026-03-08 08:00 - 15:00
Vermont Alpine Racing Association U8 & U10 Dual Giant Slalom.
https://vara.org/

Green Mountain Shred-A-Thon
2026-03-08 09:00 - 18:00 | Sugarbush Resort – Mt. Ellen, Fayston, Vermont, 05673
Green Mountain Shred-A-Thon
The Green Mountain Shred is a bell-to-bell Shred-A-Thon fueled by laps, community, and Vermont grit. Locals and diehards come together to chase turns, challenge their legs, and raise critical funds for High Fives athletes—all while soaking up classic Green Mountain vibes.
Why Shred?
Fundraising $200 unlocks a discounted lift ticket, a stacked swag box, lunch on event day, entry into all challenges and awards, plus access to the après party and celebration. Raise more → win more.
Event Day Vibes
All-day laps from first chair to last call, friendly competition, vendor hangs, and nonstop energy. Track your laps, take on pop-up challenges, and shred until your legs say otherwise. Helmets required, stoke guaranteed.
Awards & Challenges
Top Adaptive Athlete • Most Skier & Snowboarder Laps (Adult + Grom) • Best Costume (Adult + Grom) • First to Chair challenges
Participants must raise a minimum of $200 to qualify to participate in the Green Mountain Open.

Journey through Dance
2026-03-08 14:00 - 14:30 | Barre Opera House, 6 N Main St #4, Barre, Vermont, 05641, United States
Waltzes and Tangos, Minuets and Gavottes – the Vermont Philharmonic’s annual Family Concert at 2 pm on Sunday March 8th is a Journey through Dance, with music by J.S. Bach, Offenbach, Prokofiev, Handel, Tchaikovsky, and more. Conducted by Lou Kosma, the concert at the Barre Opera House is a family favorite. Audiences will happily recognize Offenbach’s Can-Can, Khachaturian’s Masquerade Waltz, and Angel Villoldo’s Kiss of Fire tango among others.
In addition to the dances, old and new, the program features two special new works. Michael Close’s North Star was written for virtuoso violist Elizabeth Reid, who will be performing the work at the concert. Michael is a cellist and music educator living in Worcester VT, and the senior composer-mentor at Music-Comp, encouraging and supporting students in composing and arranging music. Grayson Eley, a multi-talented freshman at Harwood Union, has enjoyed his participation in Music-Comp for three years. He wrote Homecoming to celebrate that special place of physical or mental welcome we call “home.”
The Vermont Philharmonic is celebrating its sixty-seventh year of making beautiful music in Central Vermont. The concert is sponsored by Passumpsic Bank of St Johnsbury. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, $5 for students. Tickets and information are available at vermontphilharmonic.com or at the door.

The Power of Women in Agriculture
2026-03-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Lawson’s Finest Taproom, 155 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
On Sunday March 8th we’re holding an International Women’s Day event in the taproom, hosted by our Women and Non-Binary Association at Lawson’s Finest. Join us for great conversation – from seed to table – with trailblazing women in agriculture. We’ll also celebrate the release of Powerhouse Pale Ale, which has a portion of the proceeds benefitting the Vermont Women’s Fund.

This event requires the reservation of a free ticket, available here.

Join us in welcoming our guest speakers and panelists, and learn more about them below:

Adeline Druart (Moderator), CEO, Lawson’s Finest Liquids:

Emily Bush (Guest Speaker), Director, Vermont Women’s Fund:

Emily is the Director of the Vermont Women’s Fund. She has over 17 years of experience working in development with a focus on creating opportunities for women and girls. She has expertise in leadership and fundraising and has worked with many nonprofit organizations including The Clinton Foundation, Girls Who Code, AI4All and Moms First.

Allison Hooper (Guest Speaker), Co-Founder, Vermont Creamery:

Allison Hooper co-founded Vermont Creamery in 1984, bringing European-style cheeses and cultured butters to American consumers. A pioneer in artisanal cheesemaking, she earned national recognition, including induction into the James Beard Foundation’s Who’s Who. She also helped establish Ayers Brook Goat Dairy, advancing goat farming and agricultural innovation in Vermont.

Trishia Gasseling (Panelist), Co-Owner, Gasseling Ranches:

Trishia Gasseling is a dedicated wife and mother of three who works side-by-side with her husband on their family’s fourth-generation hop farm at Gasseling Ranches. With deep roots in agriculture and a passion for community leadership, she has served on the Hop Growers of America board for seven years, advocating for growers and advancing the industry. Her work is driven by a commitment to her family, farm, and the future of hop production.

Amber Arnold (Panelist), Exec. Director and Co-Founder, SUSU CommUNITY Farm:

Amber Arnold is the Executive Director and Co Founder of SUSU commUNITY Farm, an Afroindigenous farm and healing sanctuary rooted in land and food sovereignty. Amber’s work focuses on cultivating spaces of belonging, nervous system regulation, and culturally rooted healing through land based practices, ritual, and community education.

Cara Tobin (Panelist), Co-Owner and Exec. Chef, Honey Road:

Chef Cara began cooking at 17, trained in Monterey, and worked at prominent California restaurants before joining Oleana in Cambridge, becoming Chef de Cuisine in 2012. She later co-founded Honey Road and The Grey Jay in Vermont, earning James Beard recognitions while supporting community causes and co-running a mushroom farm.

Nina Lesser-Goldsmith (Panelist), Co-Owner and COO, Healthy Living:

Nina Lesser-Goldsmith is Co-Owner and COO of Healthy Living, a family-run natural foods market founded by her mother in 1986. A native Vermonter with culinary training, she leads with a passion for high-quality food, operational excellence, and community impact as Healthy Living enters its 40th year.

LINE DANCING: BOOTS & BURGERS w/Jenna from GOOD TIME LINE DANCING
2026-03-08 18:00 - 20:00 | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, 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 boots and let’s boogie.

Men’s Monday Alpine Program
2026-03-09 09:30 - 11:30
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 ski groomers, bumps and trees better and with more confidence. Participants are placed in groups with skiers of similar ability and pace.
Dates: Mondays – January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 23 & March 2, 9
Time: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Cost: $389 – 8 Week Session
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