Past Events from December 18, 2022 – December 30, 2022 – Happy Vermont

Vermont Events

Reverse Holiday Parade in Brandon

Downtown Brandon Park Street, Brandon, VT, United States

A parade where the floats (home and street displays) are stationary, and the people viewing the parade drive thru. See multiple Santa’s, elves, beautiful queens, gorgeous lights from the warmth of your car, and then continue on the route to check out some of the...

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Vermont’s Own Nutcracker

The Flynn 153 Main Street, Burlington, VT, United States

Vermont’s Own Nutcracker returns to Burlington with a magical presentation enchanting and delighting audiences of all ages. Tickets $20.55-$45.25.

Winhall Christmas Parade and Santa Caravan Route

Winhall Community Arts Center 3 River Road, Winhall, VT, United States

Enjoy a Christmas parade and Santa caravan through Winhall. The parade starts at 3 River Road with stops around town, including The Red Fox, town garage and town library.

Winter Solstice Pageant in Middlebury

Town Hall Theater 68 S. Pleasant Street, Middlebury, VT, United States

Flowing from the Town Hall Theater grounds to the Middlebury Town Green, performers invite spectators to bring their own lanterns and noise makers to add to the light and merrymaking.

Winter Solstice Celebration at Smugglers’ Notch Resort

Smugglers' Notch Resort 4323 Vermont Route 108 South, Jeffersonville, VT, United States

Celebrate the shortest day and the longest night of the year at Smuggs! Enjoy a bonfire with s’mores, music, and hot cocoa, followed by Jeh Kulu Dance and Drum Theater, Cirque de Fuego, and fireworks.

Winter Solstice Community Celebration in Brattleboro

Winter Solstic Brattleboro 118 Elliot Street, Brattleboro, VT, United States

This gathering includes a Solstice Ceremony, drumming session, and music from two bands, Shaman Wanda(Shaun Magee and friends) and Freakquency. Desserts for sale by Fire Arts Cafe. This is a fundraiser for Groundworks of Brattleboro; suggested donation is $15.

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Dover Open Mic Night

Dover Town Hall 189 Taft Brook Road, East Dover, VT, United States

Enjoy an evening of music, songs, and community at the historic Dover Town Hall. Open Mic Night features singers, musicians, and other talented locals.  The event is held the second and fourth Wednesday of the month.

SD Ireland Christmas Mixer Truck at Smugglers’ Notch

Smugglers' Notch Resort 4323 Vermont Route 108 South, Jeffersonville, VT, United States

One of the hallmarks of the holiday season for northern Vermont residents is to see an SD Ireland concrete trucks roll through town decked out in 25,000 Christmas lights. The Christmas Mixer will be at the Welcome Sign in Smugglers' Notch Village for all to...

Light Parade in Essex

Essex High School 2 Educational Drive, Essex Junction, VT, United States

The Holiday Light Parade returns! The parade starts at Essex High School, goes around Essex Center, past Maple Street, and ends at the Champlain Valley Exposition.

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Christmas at the Farm in Woodstock

Billings Farm & Museum 69 Old River Road, Woodstock, VT, United States

Travel to Victorian Christmas past! Learn about a Victorian Christmas and view an authentically decorated farmhouse parlor. Dip your own candle and enjoy the festive holiday tree and decorations that fill the Visitor Center and historic barn. Warm up by the outdoor fire with a...

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Hildene Holidays: Christmas Eve in 1912

Hildene 1005 Hildene Road, Manchester, VT, United States

Celebrate the beauty of the holidays at Robert and Mary Todd Lincoln's home in December. Hildene's Georgian Revival mansion is decorated to evoke "Christmas Eve in 1912," one of a handful of Christmases that the Lincoln family spent at their Vermont home.  

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Winter Lights at Shelburne Museum

Shelburne Museum 6000 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT, United States

Winter Lights invites visitors to see Shelburne Museum’s buildings and campus decorated in beautiful holiday lights. Tickets are sold online. Adults: $15 Children (ages 3-17): $10 Children (ages 0-2): Free