An annual tradition for Stoweites and visitors alike, A Traditional Christmas in Stowe brightens up the town on some of our shortest days. A weekend of activities provides fun for the whole family and includes a tree lighting, a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, cookie and gingerbread house decorating, wagon rides, a lantern parade, caroling, a holiday bazaar, and a holiday skate with Santa at the rink! A twinkling, jingling, good time!

The Alchemist Brewery, home of the coveted Heady Topper, puts another foot forward with their annual Heady Trotter 4 Miler—a benefit for Green Mountain Adaptive Sports. The race ends at The Alchemist for an afternoon of sampling their beer, food trucks, lawn games, awards, and live music. This family-friendly 4 Miler is a great excuse to spend an October weekend in Stowe, Vermont. Running clubs attending together receive extra swag!

IPD Rocks Foundation and the Nulhegan Band of the Abenaki Nation presents a wonderful celebration of Indigenous People’s Day. Funds raised are donated to the Abenaki Helping Abenaki organization. Events include performances by Abenaki drummers, talks by preservationists, exhibitors, storytelling, and a wonderful array of indigenous artisan and food vendors. This excellent event was voted Top 10 in Vermont in 2022 by Vermont Chamber of Commerce.

A summertime favorite of locals and visitors alike, Main Street Live is a fun family affair featuring artisan vendors, dining picnic style, and live music every Thursday during the summer months. An impressive line-up of musicians entertains the crowd—a melodic soundtrack to an old-fashioned and wholesome evening on the green. This event is held at no cost to guests and is a pure celebration of the artistic talent found in Vermont.

Music in the Meadow is a celebration of music and our beautiful surroundings combined. On select Sunday evenings during the summer, Stowe Performing Arts puts on a spectacular show in the picturesque meadow at Trapp Family Lodge. Admired artists come from far and wide to perform under the half shell and revelers spread blankets to sit back and enjoy picnic dinners, cocktails, and the music in the mountains.

The von Trapp Brewing Bierhall at Trapp Family Lodge hosts Stowe’s annual Oktoberfest—a daylong celebration of Bavarian food and drink! Join in on traditional sing-alongs and dances led by a live Oompah band, enjoy an abundance of authentic German food, and a great variety of locally brewed beer! This is a family-friendly celebration with a carnival like atmosphere, plenty of room to run and play, and loads of tasty treats!

Don’t miss the Independence Day celebrations in charming Stowe, Vermont for a classic 4th of July experience. Nestled in the green rolling hills of Northern Vermont, this small town goes all out to celebrate America’s birthday with a day chock full of delicious local food, live music, family activities, two parades, face painting, local craft vendors, and one of the greatest fireworks shows in New England— a celebration of small-town Americana.

Roots is a wonderful evening of food and friends gathering for a good cause—sponsoring restaurants donate their time and food to ensure that 100% of the proceeds go to the Vermont Foodbank, where they are working to provide high quality fruits and vegetables to people in need within Vermont. Enjoy the beautiful property of Strawberry Hill Farm while you treat yourself to local bites and drinks from a variety of vendors—this is an upscale culinary affair.

Come enjoy summer days in the mountains when the weather is warm, and the festivals are plentiful. Nothing says summer like an outdoor concert when you can spread a blanket in the grass and relax to live music. The Spruce Peak Summer Concert Series offers a great line-up of live music. Located on the manicured lawn in the center of The Village at Spruce Peak, enjoy the views of the mountains rising around you as the sound of music fills the air.

The Stowe Arts and Culture Council proudly presents a full summer calendar of arts and culture in Stowe, Vermont. Open-air exhibits, art installations, theatre, photography, music, and gallery tours are featured throughout the summer months to celebrate and promote Stowe as a vibrant arts and culture destination. Myriad organizations, individuals, venues, and local businesses participate, and a full calendar is available for planning a visit.

“Stowe Derby is one of the oldest and most unique ski races in North America.” This iconic February Nordic ski race leads from the top of Mount Mansfield, Vermont’s highest peak, to the town of Stowe, on one pair of skis! The challenging course is 20km long with a short course option for those who prefer. A raucous post-awards celebration is held, and everyone is encouraged to don their favorite derby hat! A great event for participants and cheering squads alike!

Every Sunday, from Spring through Fall, local artisans, bakers, farmers, cheesemakers, chefs, picklers, smoothie makers, crafters, and so much more gather to share their wares and treats with the community. The aromas alone will draw you in long before you catch site of the colorful scene. Pop in to grab some fresh flowers and veggies or stay for the music and prepared foods. This family-friendly event is popular with visitors and locals alike.

• Tours are 2.5 hours in duration for 1 to 4 people per guide (Call to book for more than 12 participants)
• Rental pedal assist (eBike) fatbikes and analog fatbikes, plus helmets are available
• Guides are certified, insured, and knowledgeable, assuring the best experience possible
• All rides meet, depart, and return to Ranch Camp, Stowe's trailside fatbike base lodge

The Stowe Jazz Festival is a celebration of the many sub-genres of Jazz with performances scheduled over three days at various venues—each one of them free to the public with thanks to very generous donors and sponsors and hours of volunteer work. The SJF will be “presenting nothing but Jazz at our Festival each year; Be-bop, Brazilian jazz, Swing, Gypsy jazz, Progressive/electric jazz, Standards, Afro-Cuban jazz, instrumental and vocal artists alike.”

“The Stowe Jewish Film Festival (SJFF), a program of the Jewish Community of Greater Stowe, works with the intention of bringing community together, both internal and external. The festival is an opportunity to reach out to others in the central Vermont region to engage in community building and dialogue through cultural entertainment.” Each year movies are selected to fit the theme of the year and are screened in Stowe and surrounding areas.

The Stowe Weekend of Hope is an uplifting and inspirational annual weekend retreat for cancer survivors and their families. Here in the peaceful hills of Stowe, Vermont, guests can find information, inspiration, and fellowship with others who share their experiences. Stowe Country Homes is a high-level sponsor of the Stowe Weekend of Hope—our generous owners provide over 40 vacation homes at no cost, and we donate the cleaning fee and property supplies for guests.

The British Invasion is an annual September event in Stowe, Vermont that is enjoyed by all—a three-day weekend “celebration and salute to the great British motorcar and British lifestyle!” Classic British cars and motifs take over the town and culminates in a block party on Main Street, complete with British music, food, and drink. The car show draws up to 600 cars each year and is a friendly and fun way to get out and enjoy early fall in the mountains!

The Gardens of Stowe is a unique opportunity to take a self-guided to through some of our town’s most beautiful and innovative properties. This annual event provides a glimpse into some of Stowe’s most impressive private gardens—a gracious welcome to walk verdant pathways and admire spectacular blooms in the height of their season. This event is put on by Stowe Vibrancy and tickets are available to purchase online in advance.

Every August, in the neighboring town of Waterbury, Vermont, antique and classic car enthusiasts converge for and annual festival. Classic cars on full display, hidden treasures in the flea market and car corral, a street dance party, and an impressive auto parade combine for a revved-up weekend of fun—a popular event for those who love classic cars, outdoor festivals, and small-town charm! Local food and drink available throughout.

Life is sweet in Vermont, but on the last weekend of April it gets a little sweeter. For three incredible days festivalgoers will celebrate the first harvest and Vermont’s most favorite “crop” with demonstrations, live entertainment, and an incredible collection of local arts and crafts. Located in the charming hamlet of St. Albans, the festival is three days of small-town charm featuring more than 60 vendors of local handicrafts, specialty foods, and craft innovations.

Vermont Pumpkin Chuckin celebrates a different use for these gourds—catapulting them! Pumpkin Chuckin in Stowe gives families a unique opportunity to engage in the hands-on process of building and testing a trebuchet or gravity-powered catapult. Using creativity and problem solving, contestants can come up with their own design to launch a pumpkin further than their competitors. Cash, prizes, and trophies are handed out to winners.

The Vermont Renaissance Faire is a family-friendly event and participants are encouraged to come dressed in their best medieval garments and enjoy two days of costumed entertainment. The Faire includes Medieval-inspired artisans and craft vendors; mead and cider makers; tasty food from local chefs; musicians, dancers, acrobats, historical demos, encampments, a joust, Vikings, fairies, knights, jesters, pirates, and even a unicorn!

Celebrate winter in Stowe with ice carving classes, demonstrations, and professional competitions, silly snow sports like volleyball and golf, parties, dancing, live music, and winter stargazing. This town-wide celebration adds a touch of whimsy to the winter and is a great reason to get out and explore many of Stowe’s shops and eateries, many of which feature ice carvings. The professional carvers are extraordinary to watch.

Stowe’s Winter Rendezvous is a winter pride festival celebrating LGBTQIA+. The timing coincides with the Winter Carnival and the events add even more fun—five days of outdoor winter activities, organized cocktail, pool, and dance parties, and drag bingo to name a few things to look forward to! A full party pass includes all events and discounts on skiing, snowboarding, gear rentals, and special rates at select hotels and inns.