There’s so much to celebrate in Vermont. The 2026 roster of signature events showcases the variety of fun and welcoming experiences on offer in the Green Mountain State. Gather together with the local community for anything from a rhododendron tour, featuring a floral tunnel, to events centered around tasting Vermont’s world-renowned cheese and hard cider.
HARDWICK STATE
April 17-19 | Hardwick
For one weekend, Hardwick is transformed into a town-wide university campus where community members share their expertise on anything from how to change a tire to Philosophy 101.
The spring-fed Battenkill River, a scenic waterway known for its wild brown and brook trout fishing, is the focus of this three-day festival featuring speakers, workshops, music, a casting competition, and more.
Vermont’s largest single-day sporting event, the Sunday marathon is preceded by a sports and fitness expo on Saturday and by mini-marathons for young athletes ages 4 to 14. Celebrate with a festival after the marathon.
Camp Meade’s Community Concerts on the Green bring people of all ages together for free live music from celebrated local performers every Friday and Sunday. Wood-fired pizza, art activities, creemees, and more round out the event.
“The Jungle Book” author Rudyard Kipling’s Vermont home welcomes visitors for self-guided tours for just one weekend. Visitors have open access to the three buildings and the grounds of this historic landmark, including the spectacular football-field-length rhododendron tunnel.
This high-energy summer music event features regional acts between headliners so the action never slows down. Enjoy two days of live music, local food and craft vendors, and more at Jay Peak Resort in the northern end of Vermont’s Green Mountains.
Celebrate Celtic and Quebecois traditional music and dance with a lineup of talented artists from all over the world on five stages. Kids’ activities, street performances, called dances, and food and drink from local vendors draw crowds.
Embrace the art of puppet theater as a means of enhancing perspectives, fostering compassion, and celebrating the human spirit. The performances appeal to all ages, with shows for families and adults, workshops, and forum discussions.
Sip your way through Vermont’s dynamic hard cider scene and celebrate the artistry, tradition, and innovation of small-batch cider-making around Vermont.
Rocktoberfest is a free street festival with two live bands, the popular Adirondack Chair Auction, dance performances, entertainment, and food and retail vendors.
