Events from May 18 – July 13 – Happy Vermont

Vermont Events

Dandelion Run in Derby

Derby Beach House 220 4H Road, Derby, VT, United States

This annual event offers a challenging half-marathon run (as well as less challenging 10K, four-mile, two-mile and one-mile options) on dirt roads through the beautiful dandelion fields of the Northeast Kingdom. The race helps support Umbrella. Celebrate the coming of high spring and honor the...

Forage Festival in Newport

Downtown Newport Farrant Street, Newport, VT, United States

Newport City Downtown Development is proud to present its inaugural Forage Festival! Enjoy crafts, speakers, vendors, cooking demos and a dandelion stroll. Schedule: 9 a.m. Dandelion Run hosted by Kingdom Games Noon to 4 p.m. Forage Fest, Municipal Building 1-2 p.m. Opening day of Newport...

Race Around the Lake in Barnard

Silver Lake State Park 20 State Park Beach Road, Barnard, VT, United States

Known as “The most beautiful race in Vermont,” this is a fundraiser for BarnArts Youth Programming. Events include a 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk, Virtual 10k and 5k.   The 10K race starts at 10:30 a.m. and the 5K race is at 11 a.m. Sign-up by April 30 to...

Covered Bridges Half-Marathon in Pomfret

Saskadena Six Ski Area 247 Stage Road, Pomfret, VT, United States

The 32nd Annual Covered Bridges Half-Marathon stretches through beautiful countryside and supports local charities. The race is sold out, but you can still participate by running or FUNraising for one of the event’s non-profit partners.

Birdland 5K in Montpelier

North Branch Trails Poolside Drive, Montpelier, VT, United States

Experience the beauty of Montpelier's North Branch Park as you race in nature at the Onion River Outdoor’s Birdland 5K race. In the spirit of conservation, this race will be cup-less. A silicone, collapsible drinking cup is included in your registration. Fluids will be available...

Mad Marathon in Waitsfield

Mad River Green Route 100, Waitsfield, VT, United States

The annual Mad Marathon in Vermont's scenic Mad River Valley sends runners on a gorgeous route of rural and dirt roads with views of mountains, barns, meadows and covered bridges.

Goshen Gallop Trail Race

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

Since 1978, the Goshen Gallop has invited runners from across Vermont and around the world. Test your mettle on the 5k or 10k run through the Green Mountain National Forest. Blueberry Hill Outdoor Center will serve dinner buffet style between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. Your plate...