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Find Presidents' Week and other winter fun at Vermont ski areas!
Snow is piling up and winter is in full swing across Vermont’s mountains. To celebrate, ski areas around the state are hosting fun, family-friendly events for everyone — from toddlers to teens. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or making the most of school breaks, there’s plenty going on across the Green Mountains!
Presidents’ Week Highlights (Feb 14 – 22, 2026)
During the busy Presidents’ Week vacation period, many Vermont resorts are turning up the fun with extended activities and celebrations:
President’s Week Torchlight Parade & Party @ Saskadena Six (Feb 14, 2026) — A glowing evening parade down the hill that delights kids and adults alike.
Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt at Okemo Mountain Resort (Feb 14, 2026) — Join the hunt for hearts to win a prize!
Kids Corner Presidents Weekend Activities at Killington Resort (Feb 14-16, 2026) — Kid-focused games and activities that add extra excitement to a day on the mountain.
Presidents’ Week at Stratton Mountain (Feb 14-22, 2026) — Enjoy a variety of snow activities like snow tubing, ice skating, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and scenic Nordic tours at night — perfect for families who want a little variety off the lift.
Smuggs Winter Games (Feb 14-22, 2026) — Families can join the excitement of the Games, where snowy challenges and Olympic-inspired fun bring everyone together. Enjoy a lineup of wacky, wintry events — like Snowball Frenzy, ski boot tosses, and human curling. On February 19, join in on evening thrills with a parade and dazzling sky show at the Smuggs Fireworks and Torchlight Parade.
Burke Mountain Ski Patrol Torchlight Parade (Feb 15, 2026) — Enjoy this classic mountain celebration full of winter spirit.
Kids Night Out at Stratton Mountain Resort (Feb 15, 2026) — An evening program offering supervised fun for kids while parents sneak in some après time.
Presidents’ Week at Sugarbush Resort (Feb 15-22, 2026) — A full week of skiing, riding, and special events for all kids, including a STEM exhibit, a magician, learning owl calls and more!
Grommet Jam at Mount Snow (Feb 16, 2026) — Coaches from the Mount Snow Training Center will help our little jibbers learn how to hit features in the Grommet park at Carinthia followed by a fun competition with prizes.
Tubing Night at Killington Resort (Feb 19, 2026) — Evening tubing sessions that deliver fast-paced fun off the ski trails.
Winterfest at Magic Mountain (Feb 21, 2026) — A full-day winter celebration featuring mountain-wide family activities.
Vermont Family Adventure Run at Okemo Mountain Resort (Feb 21, 2026) — A family-friendly on-snow challenge that keeps everyone moving and engaged.
StorySki at Mad River Glen (Feb 21, 2026) — A creative mix of skiing and storytelling tailored especially for younger skiers.
Jay Peak Freeride Friendly (Feb 22, 2026) — A full day of judged freeride competition across age categories and disciplines.
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Taste & Explore: Vermont Specialty Food Days
Vermont Specialty Food Days are hosted at 17 resorts over the winter From local maple treats to Vermont cheese tastings, these pop-ups are a tasty break after moves on the mountain.
- Mad River Glen — February 13, 2026
- Smugglers’ Notch Resort — February 20, 2026
- Von Trapp Family Lodge — February 22, 2026
- Magic Mountain — February 28, 2026
- Stratton Mountain — March 1, 2026
- Middlebury Snowbowl — March 7, 2026
- Okemo Resort — March 8, 2026
- Mount Snow — March 14, 2026
- Sugarbush — March 21, 2026
- Bolton Valley — March 22, 2026
Taste Vermont! Get details here.
More Upcoming Events
SheJumps WILD SKILLS Junior Ski Patrol Day @ Burke Mountain (Feb 23, 2026) — A great way for young riders to get hands-on with ski safety and patrol basics.
Mom’s Day Off at Bromley Mountain Resort (Feb 27, 2026) — A fun-filled day designed to celebrate moms with time on the slopes and a little well-deserved mountain fun.
Stowe Parks 30th Anniversary at Stowe Mountain Resort (Feb 28, 2026) — A celebratory day honoring three decades of terrain park progression with on-snow excitement for park riders.
Owls of Vermont at Mad River Glen (Feb 28, 2026) — An engaging wildlife program introducing kids to Vermont’s native owls and winter ecology.
Hope on the Slopes at Jay Peak Resort (March 1, 2026) — A community ski event that combines time on the mountain with a meaningful cause.
Vertical Challenge at Bromley Mountain Resort (March 1, 2026) — A high-energy on-snow event featuring friendly competition and activities for all ages.
Vermont Students Ski Free! at Mad River Glen (March 3, 2026) — A special day giving Vermont students the chance to enjoy the slopes at no cost.
Find events through April 2026!
Whether you’re carving powder, enjoying the parade lights, or sampling Vermont maple between runs, this winter offers mountains of family memories waiting to happen! 🎿💙
Sarah Wojcik founded All Mountains Mamas in 2012. Becoming a mother in 2017, she grasped the opportunity to share her passion of skiing and snowboarding with families across the U.S. Formerly the Director or Marketing and Communications for Ski Vermont and associate editor, art director and marketing for Ski Area Management magazine, she writes with great knowledge of the ski industry and from the point of view of a mother working to get out on the slopes with two kids in tow. Sarah is currently the proud owner of Vermont’s #1 family fun resource, FindandGoSeek.net.