Past Events from December 14, 2023 – February 2 – Happy Vermont

Vermont Events

Presidents’ Week Torchlight Parade and Party in Pomfret

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

Celebrate winter at Saskadena Six. Sign up to ski down The Face and create the magical parade of lights or bring the family and enjoy the view. Torchlight Parade will begin shortly after sunset followed by family festivities, Top Hat Entertainment playing tunes, and a...

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Harris Hill Ski Jump in Brattleboro

Harris Hill Cedar Street, Brattleboro, VT, United States

Celebrate a 102-year tradition where international competitors vie to break the 341-foot hill record on New England’s only Olympic-size 90-meter ski jump. Enjoy a festive atmosphere that’s fun for the whole family, with music, food, bonfire, beer tent, and more.

Frozen Onion in Montpelier

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

The annual Frozen Onion is the perfect time to demo fat bikes from Surly, Specialized or Rocky Mountain Bicycles, join in a group ride and maybe even try out some Altai or Black Diamond or Skinbased/OAC skin skis. Riders of all abilities welcome to explore...

Sledding on Center Street at Rutland Winterfest

Downtown Rutland Center Street & Merchants Row, Rutland, VT, United States

Sled down Center Street in downtown Rutland during this special event that's part of Rutland Winterfest. Sledding is weather-dependent, so stay tuned for updates at comealiveoutside.com/winterfest. Free, no tickets required.

Family Stargazing Night at Sugarbush Resort

Sugarbush Resort 102 Forest Drive, Warren, VT, United States

Join Vaughn Keenhold and explore the universe. Limited amounts of binoculars are available, so bring your own binoculars or telescope if you have them. Hot chocolate will be served and a fire will be lit to keep you toasty. For more information, contact Vaughn Keenhold...

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Torchlight Snowshoe in Woodstock

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

Snowshoe, ski or walk the Billings Farm trail by torchlight as evening begins. Meet National Park Rangers from the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park and Billings Farm & Museum staff. Learn about local wildlife, the history of the land, and the people who lived there. Gather...

Stowe Derby

Mount Mansfield Toll Road Stowe, VT, United States

The Stowe Derby is one of the oldest and most unique ski races in North America. It started in 1945 as a personal bet between two amazing skiers: Sepp Ruschp, an Austrian, and the head of Stowe’s new ski school, and Erling Strom, a world-famous...

Newport Winter Festival

Gardner Park 155 Gardner Park Road, Newport, VT, United States

Celebrate timeless Vermont traditions like ice skating, sledding and broomball. Enjoy a snow sculpting contest, fireworks, snow tunnels, and more.

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Magic of Maple in Woodstock

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

Learn all about maple syrup traditions in Vermont. Sample sugar on snow, learn about maple trees and why they produce their sweet sap. Enjoy children’s stories, crafts, maple recipes, and more. Vermont’s rich maple history will be on display through photographs from the Top Acres...

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Memphremagog Winter Swimming Festival

East Side Restaurant 47 Landing Street, Newport, VT, United States

Watch winter swimmers at the Memphremagog Winter Swimming Festival go cold-water swimming in a 25-meter, two-lane pool cut in the ice. Please check the complete schedule here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SuF5Cf4EWh1d50VpUB6a0PN1A0X0AHGp/view  

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Naturalist Snowshoe Treks at Mad River Glen

Mad River Glen Route 17, Fayston, VT, United States

Every Saturday and Sunday at 10:30 a.m., join one of Mad River Glen’s Naturalists for a guided snowshoe trek tailored to your interest in the ecology and wildlife of Stark Mountain. Outings and content vary each week depending on snow conditions and participants. Learn about...

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Full Moon Hike at Merck Forest in Rupert

Merck Forest and Farmland Center 3270 Route 315, Rupert, VT, United States

The moon will be rising in the east tonight, and hopefully skies will be clear. Join Merck Forest for a guided moon-lit hike on its trails. Meet at the Visitor Center at the main campus. Bring a headlamp and dress warmly, with proper footwear, including...