Summer Events Calendar

Here's a short list of the major events coming to the Mount Snow / Deerfield Valley Region. Feel free to call us at 866-587-7669 if you have questions about any of these events or about reserving space at the Inn for one of these special weekends.

May

May 14-16 - Mothers For Daughters Charity Motorcycle Weekend

June

June 4-6 — Strolling of the Heifers Weekend

Jun. 12 - 13 — Manchester Center "24th Annual Manchester & the Mountains Classic Car Show"
Featuring 50 car classes and attracts nearly 800 vehicles each year. Show will feature Cadillac & Porsche! In addition to the magnificent display of antique autos, the event is family friendly with activities for all. Join us for this spectacular display of vehicles, and awards ceremony and Parade through Manchester. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Good News Garage. Location: Dorr Field Address: Route 30, Manchester Center Time: Sat. 8AM-4PM Sun. 8AM-3PM.

July

July 3 — Wardsboro Parade and Chamber Fireworks Display at Baker field
Mount Snow Chamber Fireworks Display at Baker field

July 17 - August 15 —Marlboro Music Festivals Performances feature chamber music for diverse instrumental and vocal combinations from all musical periods. Selected from some 70 works in rehearsal at any one time, the programs are announced just one week prior to weekend performances. www.marlboromusic.org

July 30 - August 8 — 3rd Annual Deerfield Valley Blueberry Festival.
Berries, vintage cars, music, food and tarp displays; if it’s blue, it’s probably happening in the Mount Snow area towns of Wilmington, Whitingham and Dover in late July and early August.

August

August 6 - 8 — Manchester "32nd Annual Southern Vermont Arts Festival"
175 Artists and Artisans exhibit under gorgeous camelot-style tents. Find fine art and craftwork, meet the artists, and enjoy demonstrations. Live music, food, beer, wine and more... Visit our website for details and updates. Location: Hildene's Meadow Address: 1844 River Road, Manchester Time: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 10am-5pm Cost: Adm. Phone: 802-425-3399 Email: info@craftproducers.com

August 7 - 2nd Annual Deerfield Valley Blueberry Festival Parade and Downtown Block Party

Aug. 7 - Arlington "Norman's Attic Craft Fair and Townwide Tag Sale"
Arlington is the place to be if you¹re looking for unique handcrafted items, antiques, collectibles and much more. There¹s even a map showing town-wide yard sale locations. Plus, our very special guests include co-authors Nan O¹Brien and Rockwell model Buddy Edgerton, authors of ³The Unknown Rockwell ¬ A Portrait of Two American Families.² They¹ll be joined by many of Norman Rockwell¹s Arlington models who will be on site for book and print signings, and to talk about their experiences Location: St James church and Arlington town green Address: Historic Route 7A, Arlington Time: Sat 8 AM - 3 PM Cost: Free Phone: 802-375-9952.

August 12–16 - Wilmington "Wilmington, VT Old Home Week"
It is best described as a town reunion, a celebration of Wilmington’s citizens, past, present and future, and a honoring of its history. Events traditionally include a parade, a town dinner, class and family reunions and tours of local points of interest. Some events include: Ice Cream Social- Friday Evening Parade- Saturday morning Village Banquet- Saturday Evening Location:Wilmington Phone: 802-464-6572

August 19–22 — Deerfield Valley 93rd Farmers Day Fair
Welcome to the Deerfield Valley Farmers' Day Fair, a long standing local tradition which inspires neighborly competition, education in agriculture, wholesome entertainment, exhibits of area residents, and most importantly good clean fun!

August 27-28 — Mount Snow Blues Festival
The Vermont Blues Festival returns for year two at Mount Snow with a line up of all star talent. We feature legends such as Marcia Ball and up and comers like James Armstong. This three day event hosts 13 national acts on two stages with non-stop music, soul food, vendors and blues enthusiasts.

Friday August 27th, 2010
TENT STAGE
7:30pm to 8:30pm - Harrison Kennedy and Julian Fauth
9pm to 10pm – James Armstrong
10:30pm to 11:45pm – Alexis P Suter

Saturday August 28th, 2010
TOWN OF DOVER MAIN STAGE
1pm to 2:30pm – Andrew Jr. Boy Jones

TENT STAGE
2:45pm to 4:15pm - Ryan Shaw

TOWN OF DOVER MAIN STAGE
4:30pm to 6pm – Ruthie Foster

TENT STAGE
6:15pm to 7:45pm – Trombone Shorty

TOWN OF DOVER MAIN STAGE
8pm to 9:30pm – Johnny Winter

Snow Barn After Party with James Armstrong – 9:30pm to 1:30am *$5 cover at door

Sunday August 29th, 2010
TENT STAGE
Noon to 1:15pm – Big James Montgomery

TOWN OF DOVER MAIN STAGE
1:30pm to 2:45pm – Teeny Tucker

TENT STAGE
3pm to 4:30pm – Joe Louis Walker

TOWN OF DOVER MAIN STAGE
4:45pm to 6:15pm – Marcia Ball

TENT STAGE
6:30pm to 8pm – Kenny Neal

September

September 4-6 — Labor Day weekend Brewers Fest at Mount Snow

September 4-5 — Southern Vermont Garlic Festival
Join garlic-lovers from throughout New England as they come to sample food and crafts from 50 different vendors all made from -you guessed it- garlic and herbs!

September 24-26 — 3rd Annual Vermont Life Wine and Harvest Festival
The Mount Snow Valley and Vermont Life Magazine invite you to The 3rd Annual Vermont Life Wine & Harvest Festival a weekend showcase for Vermont wines, Vermont specialty foods and artisans of all types celebrating the rich uniqueness, quality and ingenuity of Vermont producers. Set in the backdrop of our world renowned Vermont fall foliage; attendees will discover, savor and enjoy Vermont vintners, small specialty food producers, painters, publishers, cheese makers, potters, jewelers, chefs, photographers and farmers.

October

October 1–3 - Dover Bicentennial

October 8-11 - Columbus Day Weekend – Oktoberfest, Grape Stomp, Best Seat Auction