Montpelier Winterfest

Join Montpelier's first Winterfest from Friday, January 31, to Sunday, February 2, 2025, for a weekend of fun, connection, and community in the heart of Vermont. This free, family-friendly event is packed with activities for all ages.

Explore the outdoors as you learn to ride a Fat Bike, build and race your own Soap Box and enjoy sledding adventures. Join a wagon ride, explore kids activities, and don't miss Ice on Fire.

Rather be indoors? Get creative with arts, crafts, and face painting. Cozy up with a good book in our downtown spaces. Shop and Dine in many of Montpelier's eateries and shops

Winter in Vermont can be long, but together, we can make it a season to celebrate. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors, and let’s make this weekend one to remember!

All Weekend Long!

Find the groundhog hiding from the winter cold: Follow the Groundhog Map to find this cute little creature hiding in downtown businesses during Winterfest weekend. Get your map stamped every time you find a Groundhog and enter it for a chance to win a prize. Pick up your map at any business with a Groundhog poster in the window.

Check out the full schedule and join the fun!