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Winter Solstice Party at Happy Valley Orchard in Middlebury

Happy Valley Orchard 217 Quarry Road, Middlebury, VT, United States

Celebrate the return of light at Happy Valley Orchard with Mountain Mac cider, pies, donuts, cookies and hot cider around the bonfire. Live music with the band Soulstice and a fiery performance with Cirque de Fuego. Free.

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Grafton Inn Ice Bar

Grafton Inn 92 Main Street, Grafton, VT, United States

Tropical Nights is the theme for this year’s annual Ice Bar in Grafton. The event, hosted by the Grafton Inn, features a night of local libations, music, dancing, food trucks and more. Admission includes 2 drink tickets and souvenir LED glass. This is a 21+ event. Tickets...

Cheese & Curling: A Cheesy Winter Competition in Greensboro

Highland Center for the Arts 2875 Hardwick Street, Greensboro, VT, United States

Don't miss this cheesy winter competition with a wheel of Jasper Hill cheddar as the curling stone. Players will throw their wheels and sweep their brushes as they aim toward the target in Vermont’s new version of this traditional sport. Watch or try your own hand at curling while...

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Winter Carnival in Alburgh

Alburg Golf Links 230 Route 129, Alburg, United States

Celebrate winter in the Lake Champlain Islands with sledding, ice skating, snowshoeing, Nordic skiing and more.  

World Famous Chocolate Auction in Hartland

First Universalist Society of Hartland 8 Brownsville Road, Hartland, VT, United States

Beat the winter blues at the 6th Annual World Famous Chocolate Auction. Registration opens at 11 a.m. to view items and get a bidding number. Bidding starts at 11:30 a.m. All are welcome.

Snow Sculpting Competition and Chili Cook-Off at Rutland Winterfest

Main Street Park 5 South Main Street, Rutland, VT, United States

Get ready to be impressed by Rutland Winterfest's incredible snow sculptures! The Snow Sculpting Competition returns to Main Street Park as part of Rutland Winterfest. Spectators can view the progress of the participants throughout the day while enjoying the Chili Cook-Off from noon to 2...

Eat, Drum, Dance! A Celebration of Ghana’s Independence Day in Barre

Barre UU Church 10 Church Street, Barre, VT, United States

Shidaa Projects Inc. brings West African drumming and dance to Barre.  This festive, family- friendly evening will include an authentic African meal, a drumming and dance performance, dance party and some historic knowledge of how Ghana celebrates its independence. World renowned dancer and choreographer Samuel "Maama"...

The Pig Race in Goshen

Blueberry Hill Outdoor Center 1288 Goshen Ripton Road, Goshen, VT, United States

Get ready for the revival of the Pig Race in Goshen—a classic Nordic ski event with a legacy dating back to the 1970s, founded by the legendary Tony Clark. The Blueberry Hill Outdoor Center in Goshen hosts 2.5, 7.5 and 15km self-timed 'races' that guarantee...

Maple Day at King Arthur Baking Company

King Arthur Baking Company 135 US Route 5 South, Norwich, VT, United States

Join King Arthur Baking Company for Maple Day to celebrate the kickoff of sugaring season in Vermont! Enjoy live music, delicious samples provided by Runamok and Silo Distillery, and stock up on select maple products.

Masquerade Jazz & Funk Winter Music Carnival in Barnard

Barnard Town Hall 115 North Road, Barnard, VT, United States

The Masquerade Jazz & Funk Winter Music Carnival in Barnard features four hours of music, including jazz, swing, plus an African dance party. This family-friendly event includes an expansive taco bar, non-alcoholic drinks, a mask-decorating table, and a photo booth. This Year's Line Up: 6...

Spirit Distiller Masterclass in Manchester

Ellenbogen Gallery 4620 Main Street, Manchester Center, VT, United States

Will Drucker, master distiller of Split Spirits, will guide you through a tasting of origin spirits at Ellenbogen Gallery in Manchester. Afterward, get a lesson in the core principles for creating craft cocktails at home.

Poultney MapleFest

Poultney MapleFest 188 Main Street, Poultney, VT, United States

The Poultney MapleFest is an annual celebration of Vermont's maple heritage, bringing together the community to indulge in the sweet flavors of the region. This event showcases the best of Vermont—sugarhouses, a tree tapping, food, family activities, and more. Find a full schedule here. *Most...