Vermont Public Community Calendar

Kinhaven Music School is excited to launch its inaugural Semester Program on August 25, 2025—a four-month, residential experience for high-school musicians focused on chamber music, performance, and holistic learning in a creative, community-driven setting. Offered in partnership with Burr and Burton Academy (BBA) in Manchester, VT, the program combines academic coursework at BBA with intensive musical study at Kinhaven, allowing students to grow both artistically and academically in the heart of Vermont.

To share the spirit of the program with the broader community, Kinhaven presents its Southern Vermont Fall Concert Series, featuring free public performances by Semester Program students at the region’s most beloved venues. Each performance offers a chance to experience the artistry, growth, and joy of these exceptional young musicians in welcoming, community-oriented settings.

Join us in celebrating the next generation of artists and the collaborative spirit of Vermont’s educational and cultural institutions. For full concert details, visit kinhaven.org/concerts.

Kinhaven Music School is excited to launch its inaugural Semester Program on August 25, 2025—a four-month, residential experience for high-school musicians focused on chamber music, performance, and holistic learning in a creative, community-driven setting. Offered in partnership with Burr and Burton Academy (BBA) in Manchester, VT, the program combines academic coursework at BBA with intensive musical study at Kinhaven, allowing students to grow both artistically and academically in the heart of Vermont.

To share the spirit of the program with the broader community, Kinhaven presents its Southern Vermont Fall Concert Series, featuring free public performances by Semester Program students at the region’s most beloved venues. Each performance offers a chance to experience the artistry, growth, and joy of these exceptional young musicians in welcoming, community-oriented settings.

Join us in celebrating the next generation of artists and the collaborative spirit of Vermont’s educational and cultural institutions. For full concert details, visit kinhaven.org/concerts.

Celebrate the season with the Champions Of Magic: Holiday Spectacular featuring dazzling illusions, breathtaking, grand-scale magic, and festive surprises for the whole family.

This high-energy, interactive show blends their signature humor, jaw-dropping magic, and holiday cheer, creating a one-of-a-kind experience perfect for the season.

Don’t miss this enchanting celebration filled with wonder, spectacle, and joy!

'Tis the season to celebrate with crafting and holiday cookies!

Each cookie submission receives two free tickets to any Hop film events. Taste some cookies and vote for your favorites in a variety of categories including best decorated, best tasting and best overall cookie!
The cookie makers with the most votes in each category will win a special surprise Hop-themed gift. Participants can enjoy cookies and create and decorate paper snowflakes.

Come and enjoy this intergenerational HopStop event full of cookies, crafting, hot cocoa and holiday tunes with Grace Wallace.

Sign up to bring cookies.

All are welcome for this free family event.

Julie Taymor's (Broadway's 'The Lion King') astonishing English-language production of Mozart's enchanting fairy tale has become a beloved holiday tradition for family audiences.

The Met made history in December 2006 when it presented its first "Live in HD" transmission to cinemas worldwide: Julie Taymor's adaptation of Mozart's "The Magic Flute." An abridged, English-language production conceived by the Tony Award-winning director of Broadway's "The Lion King," this opera returns to select movie theaters for a special encore presentation during the holiday season. Taymor's whimsical production features a winning ensemble, including tenor Matthew Polenzani, baritone Nathan Gunn and bass René Pape. With dazzling puppets and a colorful setting, Mozart's enchanting musical fairy tale is one of the ultimate seasonal sensations for family audiences.

A new musical concert experience celebrating the holiday spirit!

This holiday season, Koolist Entertainment is proud to launch a world premiere tour. From the creators of Koolulam – The Mass Global Singing Sensation that swept the hearts of millions to sing together worldwide.

Join Carol, Carole, and Caroline as they take you through an immersive, fun musical journey – sing all your favorite holiday songs.

Breathtaking illusions await in this 'New York Times' Critic's Pick, an unforgettable evening of storytelling, intrigue and imagination.

The versatile black-box theater and the Hop's creative heart is where wonder reveals itself. The new venue sets the stage for "Wonders", a show for these extraordinary times; a shared experience that explores the power of connection through breathtaking illusions. Inspired by his childhood in the wind-swept isles of Scotland, where mystery shaped his earliest sense of wonder, "Wonders" invites you on a journey far beyond a traditional magic show.

Be beguiled as you experience the power of your own imagination and ultimately, understand how the wonders in your own life can bring everyone closer together. From an acclaimed off-broadway run to a sold-out world tour, "Wonders" has mesmerized audiences across the globe.

Recommended for ages 12 and up.

January 15, 16 and 18 at 7:30 p.m.
January 17 at 2:00 p.m.

Breathtaking illusions await in this 'New York Times' Critic's Pick, an unforgettable evening of storytelling, intrigue and imagination.

The versatile black-box theater and the Hop's creative heart is where wonder reveals itself. The new venue sets the stage for "Wonders", a show for these extraordinary times; a shared experience that explores the power of connection through breathtaking illusions. Inspired by his childhood in the wind-swept isles of Scotland, where mystery shaped his earliest sense of wonder, "Wonders" invites you on a journey far beyond a traditional magic show.

Be beguiled as you experience the power of your own imagination and ultimately, understand how the wonders in your own life can bring everyone closer together. From an acclaimed off-broadway run to a sold-out world tour, "Wonders" has mesmerized audiences across the globe.

Recommended for ages 12 and up.

January 15, 16 and 18 at 7:30 p.m.
January 17 at 2:00 p.m.

Breathtaking illusions await in this 'New York Times' Critic's Pick, an unforgettable evening of storytelling, intrigue and imagination.

The versatile black-box theater and the Hop's creative heart is where wonder reveals itself. The new venue sets the stage for "Wonders", a show for these extraordinary times; a shared experience that explores the power of connection through breathtaking illusions. Inspired by his childhood in the wind-swept isles of Scotland, where mystery shaped his earliest sense of wonder, "Wonders" invites you on a journey far beyond a traditional magic show.

Be beguiled as you experience the power of your own imagination and ultimately, understand how the wonders in your own life can bring everyone closer together. From an acclaimed off-broadway run to a sold-out world tour, "Wonders" has mesmerized audiences across the globe.

Recommended for ages 12 and up.

January 15, 16 and 18 at 7:30 p.m.
January 17 at 2:00 p.m.

Breathtaking illusions await in this 'New York Times' Critic's Pick, an unforgettable evening of storytelling, intrigue and imagination.

The versatile black-box theater and the Hop's creative heart is where wonder reveals itself. The new venue sets the stage for "Wonders", a show for these extraordinary times; a shared experience that explores the power of connection through breathtaking illusions. Inspired by his childhood in the wind-swept isles of Scotland, where mystery shaped his earliest sense of wonder, "Wonders" invites you on a journey far beyond a traditional magic show.

Be beguiled as you experience the power of your own imagination and ultimately, understand how the wonders in your own life can bring everyone closer together. From an acclaimed off-broadway run to a sold-out world tour, "Wonders" has mesmerized audiences across the globe.

Recommended for ages 12 and up.

January 15, 16 and 18 at 7:30 p.m.
January 17 at 2:00 p.m.

Bring your characters to life by animating your own mini movie!

Do you have a story to tell? Do you like making up stories with legos or other toys? In this workshop led by JAM's Cedar O'Dowd, participants will learn how to create a short stop animation film using provided iPads.

After animating your story, join us for a screening of "The Gruffalo". Based on the beloved children's book, The Gruffalo tells the tale of a mouse who is in search of a nut while encountering numerous predators–Fox, Owl and Snake. To face their fears, the mouse imagines a terrifying monster to frighten away the predators. What happens when the mouse meets the Gruffalo in real life?

10:30 a.m.: Join us in the Nearburg Gallery and Art Forum for the Stop Animation Workshop.
11:30 a.m.: Head into the Loew Auditorium for the-27 minute film screening.

Still North will be selling copies of "The Gruffalo".

Registration is encouraged but not required. This workshop is best suited for youth ages 6 and up.

Craft, move and parade to welcome the Year of the Horse!

Lunar New Year signifies the coming of spring and is celebrated around the globe in East Asian cultures. 2026 will be the Year of the Horse, symbolizing power, beauty and freedom.

Experience crafting, dance and tai chi and then join the parade with our 12-person puppet dragon around the Hop and the Dartmouth Green. Traditional gifts, candies and decorations enhance this celebration in the newly renovated Top of the Hop.

All are welcome for this free family event.
More information here

Celebrate the end of winter with Indian classical dance.

Occurring on the last full moon day of the Hindu lunar-solar calendar, Holi marks the start of the harvest season and is a time to reset, renew and forgive for errors past.

As part of the festivities, participants will learn and observe the basics of Indian classical dance. Dancer Nithya Ramesh and her students will present and teach examples of the Bharatanatyam dance form.

All are welcome for this free family event.

Bilingual and beloved, a high-energy musical medley for the whole family.

The Grammy and Latin Grammy-winning duo of PBS Kids fame lights up stages for kids and families. Known for their interactive shows, they bring fresh original songs that blend Spanish and English, with an eclectic mix of sounds from all corners of Latin America. Loved by fans of PBS Kids and their popular YouTube channel, 123 Andrés pack their show with positive vibes that get the whole family dancing and learning.

Wholesome, Heartfelt, Hilarious!

Come and enjoy a funny, fast-paced and highly interactive variety show which delights the young and the young at heart. You will meet several larger-than-life, hand-crafted puppets. Perhaps you'll meet a goofy moose, a heroic tiger or a lovable bear. Maybe a dancing robot or flamingo, an adorable mouse, a stubborn goat, a shy dragon, or a singing dinosaur. Discover who will join us this time!

Lindsay Aucella has been performing full-time since 2011, presenting to several thousand children each year. Through animated storytelling and thoughtful messaging, she hopes to inspire creative play, resilience and empathy in even the youngest. She also believes shared joy and laughter strengthen communities.

This program is a great fit for ages 3-8 and families. This event is free and unticketed.

Sing, dance and clap along!

Regional Emmy award winners and stars of the Vermont PBS take to the stage in this fun family concert. Chris Dorman (Mister Chris) and his collaborators share classic and original kids' songs.

Check out episodes from Seasons 1 and 2 of "Mister Chris and Friends" on Vermont PBS or YouTube.

This program is a great fit for ages 3-8 and families and is free and unticketed.

The World’s Most Beautiful Marathon!
Take it easy or take it tough...we have a race for every runner at any level.

The 15th Annual Mad Marathon, Mad Half, relays, 5K and 10K are scheduled for July 12, 2026 in the gorgeous Mad River Valley, located in Central Vermont.

You will be running through this extraordinary rural community on back and dirt roads, with breathtaking views of the Green Mountains, challenging rolling farmlands with tough climbs and descents, quaint villages, historic barns, covered bridges and fields of our famous Vermont cows!

Registration is online through our website madmarathon.com