The Mad River Valley Village

Music in the Courtyard
2025-08-23 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Courtyard, Lincoln Peak
Kick back in the Lincoln Peak Courtyard with live music, mountain views, and good company. Grab a drink, snag a bite at Rumble’s, and let the afternoon play out. Presented by Lawson’s Finest Liquids.

Music in the Courtyard
2025-08-23 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)

The Big Red Barn Art Show
2025-08-23 12:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-22 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-21 16:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Big Red Barn at Lareau Farm, 48 Lareau Road, Waitsfield, 05673
The Big Red Barn Art Show has been a summer tradition for 27 years. The Exhibition presents an eclectic selection of work that highlights the talents and creativity of local artists and fine craftspeople. The Show runs from July 27 – August 31 at the Red Barn Galleries at Lareau Farm in Waitsfield.
Thursday – Friday 4:00 – 9:00
Saturday – Sunday 12:00 – 9:00

Stretch & Sip Outdoor Yoga
2025-08-23 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | The Featherbed Inn, Waitsfield, VT, 5864 Main St, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Make the most of your Saturday with a fun and refreshing outdoor experience incorporating gentle, yoga-based movement at a mindful pace, plus tea (iced or hot) and scones, and a dip in the pond if it pleases. Join Karen of Salt & Sand Studios and Karen & Mick of the Featherbed Inn for this unique, al fresco, weekly seasonal event in a gorgeous landscape.
Imagine it: a gorgeous meadow just outside a wooded area, incredible flowers in view, fresh air, gentle yoga, a community atmosphere. All followed by the best homemade scones around, and an iced beverage.
For locals and visitors, 16 YO and up.

Stretch & Sip Yoga
2025-08-23 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | The Featherbed Inn, Waitsfield, VT, 5864 Main St, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Make the most of your Saturday with a fun and refreshing outdoor experience incorporating gentle, yoga-based movement at a mindful pace, plus tea (iced or hot) and scones, and a dip in the pond if it pleases. Join Karen of Salt & Sand Studios and Karen & Mick of the Featherbed Inn for this unique, al fresco, weekly seasonal event in a gorgeous landscape.
For locals, visitors, 16 YO and up who’d like to start winding down their day with gentle mindful yoga-based movement followed by refreshments and connection with like-minded people.
Bring a swimsuit or swim in your yoga clothes for extra refreshment. Bring a mat or towel on which to practice.
Sunscreen and bug spray is recommended.
Please Register (minimum of 2 hours in advance).

Vergennes Day
2025-08-23 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Vergennes City Park, Vergennes City Park, Vergennes, VT, United States
Join us for the 43rd annual Vergennes Day presented by the Addison County Chamber of Commerce.
The event features more than 50 vendors, live music on the bandstand, a pancake breakfast, Lions Club Chicken BBQ and the Little City Road Race. Don’t miss the bubble pit at the fire station and free horse and wagon rides.
Shop local merchants and enjoy a fun-filled day with activities for all ages.
For more details, visit https://www.VergennesDay.com

Jenny Made Pottery at Addison West Maker’s Market
2025-08-23 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Addison West, 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Vermont-made ceramics, crafted by hand and available in limited quantities.

Wink Designs at Addison West Maker’s Market
2025-08-23 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Addison West, 5275 Main Street, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Whimsical tea towels, dish cloths, notepads, and more—everyday goods with a playful twist.

Volunteer Mountain Work Day
2025-08-23 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Volunteer Mountain Work Days will once again utilize pre-registration and limit the total group size. Space is extremely limited, don’t wait, register online!
Events will be confirmed by 6:00 pm the day prior via the contact email provided. A wait list will be maintained with open slots filled by 6:00 pm the day prior.
Any minors that register must be at least 12 years of age, accompanied by their legal guardian/parent throughout the day, no dogs or swinging tools (hatchet, axe, maul) are allowed.

General information: The purpose of Volunteer Mountain Work Days is the maintenance of MRG’s legendary tree skiing and regeneration zones in our mountain forest. This involves cutting lines as well as setting aside areas for new trees to grow. Everything is done with hand tools. Work days are organized and led by Lars Bruns in consultation with ski area management. Volunteer Mountain Work Days are a great chance to get out on the mountain, care for your favorite terrain, and learn about how northeastern mountain forests grow. It is hard work, but also fun and satisfying to see a ski line take shape, and how trees will grow in response to care.
We welcome both experienced veterans and newcomers to the mountain work days. Each person who works a full day receives a complimentary day pass voucher for each day she or he works.
Summer/Fall 2025 Schedule

August 23rd
September 27th
October 4th
October 11th

Logistics

Report at 9:00 am at the Cricket Club picnic table. We’re back down at 3:30 – 4:00 pm.
Most of the time we hike from the base, so be physically fit and prepared to hike the mountain top to bottom.
Most days are held rain or shine – Working in the rain is fun!
Bring work gloves, hiking boots, drinks & lunch.
Loppers are the most useful tool to bring. Make sure they are in good working order.
Work days navigate our gnarly terrain; no dogs or kids under 12 please. Minors under the age of 18 must register and be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

The incidence of Lyme Disease is increasing rapidly in Vermont. This disease is debilitating and hard to get rid of. More Info on how to protect yourself while thrashing around the woods of Stark Mountain.
The following tools are not allowed: All power tools such as chain saws, and swinging tools such as hatchets or axes.
Outfitting for Rain Events:

Outer layer – The primary function is to hold in heat, as well as keep water out for as long as possible.

Goretex shell or other rainwear
Waterproof pant shell – old ski pants work well
Waterproof gaiters (Goretex)
Waterproof boots beforehand
Brimmed synthetic hat and fleece hat
If the weather is warm, then staying warm is not a problem. Fast-drying shorts, gaiters, and a rain shell may be sufficient.

Inner layers – No cotton – must keep one warm when wet.

Wool or synthetic shirt and long underwear
Fleece
Wool socks
Thin windbreaker underneath the shell to hold even more heat in

Other Tips

Put dry (synthetic) clothing in a garbage bag
Bring a second synthetic inner layer shirt (in the garbage bag) to change into at lunch
Put first aid kit in a waterproof bag
A thermos of hot tea or soup. Caffeine constricts capillaries and should be avoided
Bring backup gloves. Cold hands will not warm up in wet gloves

Waitsfield Farmer’s Market
2025-08-23 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Mad River Green Shops, 107 M, waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Rain or Shine, May 17th to October 18th. 9AM to 1PM.
Enjoy local food, live music, and support local Vermont small businesses.
Our vendors consist of 57+ small family farms, handmade artisans, and unique culinary producers.

Yoga with Emma Delphin
2025-08-23 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Join Emma for yoga classes that are equal parts grounding, strengthening, and relaxing—always with a sense of humor and a gentle reminder to do what feels right for your body. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just stretching your way into summer, Emma will guide you with breath-focused cues and alignment tips that help you feel more centered. Surrounded by the beauty of summer at MRG, you’ll leave class feeling physically at ease and mentally refreshed.
Emma brings over a decade of teaching experience and holds both 200- and 300-hour yoga teacher certifications, plus additional training in Barre and Pilates. Originally from the coast of Massachusetts, she now lives in Huntington with her partner and their extremely cute dog, Fernand (aka Fernie). When she’s not teaching or pouring drinks at Stark’s Pub, you’ll find her hiking in the woods, skiing, or enjoying time with friends.

Class Details:

Drop-in: $10 (cash or Venmo preferred)

What to bring: A mat or towel if you have one—some mats and blocks will be available to borrow

Weather dependent: Check social media or email Emma at Emma.Delphin@gmail.com for updates or questions

Coca-Cola Family Movie Night
2025-08-22 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York)
Toy Story at the SHARCTo infinity…. and beyond! Woody, Buzz, and the whole toy chest take center stage on the Coca-Cola Big Screen for a starry night of Pixar magic. Bring a blanket, snag a spot, and get cozy with the film starting at 8PM. We’ll have free popcorn, gooey smores, and plenty of beverages available for purchase – both grown-up and kid-approved.Shine only, because even toys don’t like getting rained on.Rated G | 1 hour, 21 minutes

Coca-Cola Family Movie Night
2025-08-22 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Gate House Patio, Sugarbush Resort
Toy Story on the Gate House PatioTo infinity…. and beyond! Woody, Buzz, and the whole toy chest take center stage on the Coca-Cola Big Screen for a starry night of Pixar magic. Bring a blanket, snag a spot, and get cozy with the film starting at 8PM. We’ll have free popcorn, gooey smores, and plenty of beverages available for purchase – both grown-up and kid-approved.Shine only, because even toys don’t like getting rained on.Rated G | 1 hour, 21 minutes

Phantom Theater Presents The First One: An Evening of New Dance Works
2025-08-22 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Edgcomb Barn, 970 Dump Rd, Warren, Vermont, Warren, United States
Fun, joyful, musical, uplifting evening of dance by Bosse DeBelina Dance with guests from the DAMC Performance Workshop.

Eve of Vergennes Day Street Dance
2025-08-22 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Vergennes City Park, Vergennes City Park, Vergennes, VT, United States
Dance the night away to the sounds of “The Hitmen” at the Eve of Vergennes Day Street Dance.
Vergennes Leo’s will be selling fresh popcorn and cold water.
This event is Presented by the Addison County Chamber of Commerce, FREE to the community thanks to Gaines Insurance.

Live Music at Hogan’s Pub
2025-08-22 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Hogan’s Pub, 1091 Golf Course Road, Warren VT 05674, Warren, 05674
Tunes, taps, and twilight views.Live music every Friday night from 5–8 PM at Hogan’s Pub. Swing by, stay awhile, and let the weekend begin.

Camp Meade Concerts on the Green
2025-08-22 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Camp Meade, 961 ROUTE 2, middlesex, 05602
We are so excited to announce our Concerts on the Green Series for 2025! More band announcements to come!
Our season opener is Friday, May 23 from 5-8pm D. Davis and the Bent Nails House Band
Sunday, May 25 from 3-6pm The Hokum Brothers
Friday , May 30 from 5-8pm Dave Keller Band
Sunday, June 1 from 3-6pm Brett Hughes & That Bluegrass Band
Friday, June 6 from 5-8pm The Loonz
Sunday, June 8 from 3-6pm La Lovo
Friday, June 13 from 5-8pm Sonido Mal Maiz
Sunday, June 15 from 3-6pm Bruce Sklar’s Composers Collective
Sunday, June 22 from 3-6pm Freeway Clyde
Friday, June 27 from 5-8pm Guagua
Sunday, June 29 from 3-6pm Kerubo
Friday, July 4 from 5-8pm July 4th Camp Meade Cool-Down
Sunday, July 6 from 3-6pm Troy Millette and the Fire Below
Friday, July 11 from 5-8pm D. Davis & the Bent Nails House Band
Sunday, July 13 from 3-6pm Shady Trees
Sunday , July 20 from 3-6pm Soul Porpoise
Sunday, July 27 from 2-6pm Slap Happy Jack & The VT Suitcase Company performing The Duke (A Family Friendly Murder Mystery)
Friday, August 1 from 5-8pm Alma Picante
Sunday, August 3 from 3-6pm Prohibition Pickers
Sunday, August 10 from 3-6pm John Lackard Blues Band
Friday, August 15 from 5-8pm Silvan Pulse (formerly The Steppes)
Sunday, August 17 from 3-6pm Devonian Hot Club
Friday, August 22 from 5-8pm Faerie Godbrothers
Sunday, August 24 from 3-6pm High Summer
Friday, August 29 from 5-8pm All Night Boogie Band

Fluid Impressions: Barrie Fisher and Susie Conrad
2025-08-22 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-21 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Planetary Art Institute, 961 Route 2, Middlesex, Vermont, 05602, United States
The Planetary Art Institute at Camp Meade is delighted to present these meditations as a conversation between two creators and friends-Barrie Fisher and Susie Conrad, in keeping with our mission to support creativity, collaboration, and community in central Vermont.
Monday – Friday 10am to 4pm
Sunday – 2pm to 6pm
Select Saturdays

Living Tree Farm Summer Camp
2025-08-22 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Living Tree Alliance, 96 Living Tree Ln, Moretown, VT, 05660, United States
Enjoy a week of fun on the farm, with visits to the animals, planting seeds, healthy cooking, and harvesting farm-fresh foods like delicious berries.
Each afternoon we explore the wonders of the river, with swimming, games, and nature adventures.
Two sessions: 6/30-7-4 & 8/18-22 (Mon-Fri, 9 am-3pm)
For kids ages 7–12. Full details on our website.

Inklings Summer Writing Camp for Kids!!
2025-08-22 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Inklings Children’s Books, 106 Mad River Greeen, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, United States
Inklings is excited to launch its Summer Writing Camp for Kids!!
Our summer writing program is designed for children to develop their own adventure stories using exercises, lessons, and fun activities.
Children will enjoy a week of imaginative writing prompts, creating characters, art activities, and mythic world building. Young writers will have the chance to share their ideas and respond to each other’s work as they polish their stories. A perfect way to experience the joy of writing.
Please select which week you prefer when signing up!
Date Options: June 23rd – 27th, or August 18th – 22nd. 9am – 12pm
Tuition Fee: $290 per week
Rec. Ages: 10 – 14
SIGN UP using the event LINK

Bread and Puppet presents: Oh You Beasts Descendants
2025-08-22 00:00 - 23:59 (America/New_York) | Bread and Puppet Theater, 753 Heights Rd, Montreal, Vermont, Glover, United States
Join us in the Paper Maché Cathedral for a brand new, urgently-needed puppet show. Keeping the work up-to-the-minute, the show will evolve over the course of the summer.
In Peter Schumann’s words:”We human beasts, descendants of revenge and elimination gods, and of the gods of love who preach by killing love, how can we survive while our very own evil empire promotes incinerations and starvation warfare and supreme inhumanity is performed in front of our eyes? We, the numerous people here on the face of the earth, we occupants of not knowing where else to be, living in the jungle of beastly minutes, need Mother Dirt to rebirth our joy muscles, strip us of our horror inhumanity, and make water and bread of life obligatory.”
Every Friday at 7pm July through August
Tickets: $15, no one turned away for lack of funds.
*Capacity is limited at our indoor shows*
https://breadandpuppet.org/on-the-farm
Dogs are not permitted at our indoor performances.

VALLEY PING PONG
2025-08-21 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Come out for a little #PingPong this Thursday! Free to play.
#allskilllevelswelcome
#TableTennis #pingponglife #ValleyPongNight #MadRiverValley #ThingstodoWaitsfield

PING PONG NIGHT @ AFTERTHOUGHTS
2025-08-21 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | afterthoughts, 8 Vt Route 17 200, Waitsfield, Vermont, 05673, United States
Paddles up! 🏓 Come out for some friendly ping pong Thursday, June 26th!
ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME! Whether you’re a pong master or just starting out and want to hone your skills, come out and play and meet other ping pong appreciators.
Say hi to Dan, our official Valley Ping Pong Coordinator.
You can play ping pong most days we are open but on Valley Pong Nights we go hard. 😁 Two tables of play!
Mark your calendars for upcoming Pong Nights:
June 26
July 17
August 21

LIVE MUSIC & PUB NIGHT Featuring Jaded Ravins!
2025-08-21 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 Jaded Ravins! Open 5 pm – 9 pm. Live music every Thursday in the summer!

Sushi Thursdays at Rumble’s
2025-08-21 16:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Rumble’s Bistro & Bar, 102 Forest Dr, Warren, VT 05674
Sushi Thursdays are rolling into Rumble’s! Join us every Thursday this summer for fresh-made sushi, creative rolls and stunning mountain views. Whether you’re a purist or a spicy tuna lover, there’s something on the menu for you. Dine in, sip something cold and make Thursday your new favorite night out.

Fresh Catch Thursday
2025-08-21 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Lawson’s Finest Brewery, 155 Carroll Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, 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!

Stardust Exhibit by the Mad 8 Collective
2025-08-21 13:00 (America/New_York) | Mad River Valley Arts Festival Gallery, 5031 Main Street., #2 Village Square, Waitsfield, 05673
The Mad 802 Collective is proud to share ‘Stardust’, an exhibition about The Quantum World. The Quantum World is one of uncertainty. One can’t really talk about where a quantum object is, we can only talk about where we might find it. Yet, our seemingly solid reality is built upon this tiny world of possibilities, stuff has form, the universe has form and we are solid.
This show looks at the behavior of photons, particles and mysterious patterns of quantum phenomena. It inspires us to think about the magic of the quantum fundamental basis to reality and asks us to be curious about where the human species is going.
Artists open up to their interpretation of the immaterial while engaging with the scales of the unimaginable tiny to the infinitely large.
August 21- October 31, 2025
Open: Tuesday – Saturday, 1-5pm
Reception: September 19, 5-7pm
