When you spend most of the winter chasing light in a place like Sugarbush, patience becomes part of the job. For weeks, January served up nothing but snow-heavy skies and...
Guides, Personalities, and the Latest Happenings
Learn and connect with the interesting people and personalities that make up our community at Sugarbush Resort. Check out tips, resort guides, and suggested itineraries to get the best possible experience while you are here. Stay in the know with the latest news and happenings around the mountain.
If you’re clued into the Sugarbush golf world much then...
One of my favorite late summer activities is returning to...
Summer’s heating up… and so is the Sugarbush après scene!...
The Waitsfield Farmers Market is in full swing, and there...
Grateful Gravel returns for its third spin around the sun, bringing dirt, music and Deadhead magic back to Mt. Ellen on Saturday, August 2. Hosted by our friends at the Mad River Riders, this iconic day blends two-wheeled adventure with all-out musical celebration. Whether you’re chasing climbs or just chasing...
Monday, July 28 · 7–10 PM Spend a summer evening under the stars at Sugarbush Resort with Eye on the Sky. Join Mark Breen, Planetarium Director at the Fairbanks Museum, and journalist Jane Lindholm for a guided tour of the night sky. Learn to spot constellations, track meteor showers, and...
We’re back exploring more of our beautiful valley, giving you all the must-do’s across town when you visit this summer! If you missed it, check out the first installment of these blogs, Exploring Everything in Historic Waitsfield Village at Bridge Street. Whether you’re a first time visitor, or a seasoned...
What an amazing weekend we had celebrating America’s birthday! As always, the Warren 4th of July Parade was a hit. The community showed up, celebrated in their weird and wacky ways and a we loved it. The party continued up on the mountain for an amazing weekend filled with live...
It’s back again! The Mad Marathon returns for a day of fun and running for all in the Mad River Valley. One of our biggest events of the summer is this Sunday, July 13th. With events at various difficulties for all abilities and ages, it’s a great way to spend...
On Wednesday, July 9, the King Golf Challenge returns to Sugarbush Golf Club, bringing a day of big swings, big names, and even bigger impacts. Local legend Roger King is playing 36 holes in a pro/celebrity format, joined by MLB Hall of Famer Jim Kaat and New England Patriots greats...
Don’t let the Mad River Valley’s small size fool you. This vibrant community knows how to throw a good time year-round, and summer is no exception! From weekly events to one-of-a-kind celebrations, there’s something happening around every corner for visitors of all interests and ages. Whether you’re an art enthusiast,...
Full send. It’s a phrase you hear around the hill and in après haunts. The short of its meaning, as it applies to the hill, is to go big…throw everything you have at a run, a hit or a feature. At its heart though is a more deliberate and purposeful...
There’s nothing quite like summer on the Sugarbush golf course. The greens are rolling smooth, the mountain views are popping, and the days are long enough to sneak in a late afternoon round, or just linger a little longer on the patio at Hogan’s. The Course is Looking (and Playing)...
Looking for a fun, flexible way to keep your kids active, creative, and outside this summer? Sugarbush Summer Camps are back and better than ever! With new activities, exciting field trips, and options that work for locals and vacationers alike. Whether you’re staying for the season or just a week,...
I’d be lying if I said I didn’t look forward to Hogan’s opening every summer. It holds the embodiment of summer in the mountains for me. Maybe it’s the windows and lovingly worn in green carpet that make me feel like I’m on my grandmother’s sun porch during summer break....
Parades with personality. Fireworks over the peaks. Tie-dye stations, rubber duck drops, mountaintop concerts and more summer vibes than a cooler full of Rocket Pops. The 4th around here isn’t just a holiday…. it’s a long weekend full of all things fun and funky, set against the rolling green hills...
Ever been curious about disc golf? Now is your chance to explore the sport! Sugarbush is now offering monthly intro clinics for those looking to get into disc golf, or looking to sharpen your skills. Intro clinics are free entry so there’s no harm in getting out there and trying...
It’s back and better than ever! One of our favorite summer traditions returns to the Clubhouse. Live music every Friday night on the deck at Hogan’s Pub. There’s no better way to kick off the weekend. There will be great tunes, great food, and the best view in the Valley....
Summer to us means sightseeing in our own backyard. The Mad River Valley is where the magic happens this time of year. The rushing of the Mad River, the lilacs blooming across town, everybody emerging from their homes to enjoy the much-welcomed sunshine. The atmosphere of Waitsfield and Warren really...
What an amazing weekend we had celebrating...
I’d be lying if I said I didn’t look forward to Hogan’s opening every summer....
A Foreword: (2/19) **Last Tuesday, my boss asked me to write a state-of-the-mountain report, to...
