Free Cabot Fondue
2026-03-26 15:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Join us aprés-ski every Thursday throughout the ski season for FREE FONDUE served with toasted bread thanks to our sponsors Cabot Creamery Cooperative!
Aprés in the Pub on fondue Thursdays is historically a very popular event, supplies are limited and may run out at any time, come early, leave happy.

Live Music Aprés in Stark's Pub
2026-03-27 14:30 - 17:00
Join us après-ski, from 2:30 to 5:00 for FREE live music! A huge thank you to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local musicians. Throughout the ski season, we’ll showcase a rotating lineup of talented local artists. Be sure to check out our event calendar for a full list of performances. Stark’s Pub is open daily during the winter ski season, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Come join us for great music and good times!

Mad River Glen Cooperative's 30th Anniversary Celebration & Fundraiser
2026-03-28 18:30 - 23:00
Join us as Mad River Glen celebrates 30 years of skier-owned independence! For three decades, our cooperative community has preserved the spirit, character, and natural beauty that make this mountain unlike any other. Now it’s time to celebrate the people who made it all possible — you. This event is a fundraiser with all proceeds going to the Stark Mountain Foundation.
Party goers will enjoy a spectacular fireworks show, classic torchlight parade down the Practice Slope, and live music from The Grift to keep the party going. Enjoy delicious catered food from Bevo Catering out of Colchester, reconnect with fellow shareholders, friends, and raise a toast to 30 years of preserving skiing the way it was meant to be.
Come celebrate the past, present, and future of Mad River Glen — proudly cooperative since 1995.
Tickets are SOLD OUT!
The evening will feature a silent auction with historical Mad River Glen memorabilia up for bid as well as once in a lifetime experiences. All proceeds from the auction will go directly to the Stark Mountain Foundation. Auction items will be available to bid in-person only except for the Single Chair and Niehues trail map which are only available to bid online. Online bidding is open until 8:00 PM on Saturday, March 28th.
Online auction items:
Original Single Chair from 1949
4′ x 4′ James Niehues on-mountain trail map
In-person silent auction items:
2026/2027 Full Adult Season Pass (up to 2)
First chair on a powder day (2 people)
Authentic trail signs (Chute, Lift Line, Paradise, Fall Line, Panther, Gazelle, Bunny, Vixen, Easiest & To Birdland)
Sweep with Patrol (2 people)
Catered dinner in Stark’s Nest (up to 10 people)
Private party in the Birdcage
2 hour private lesson with Terry Barbour (up to 4 people)
Personalized marquee & ticket message for a day
Custom Parlor skis
Framed Ember Photo
Family photo shoot with Photos by Kintz
Signed and numbered ski blades from J Skis
$500 gift card to Ski The East
Overnight stay at Spruce Peak Lodge (Stowe)
$100 gift certificate to Joy Restaurant
BallyNeal Golf Club foursome
Overnight stay at Killington Grand Hotel with golf or mountain bike package
Sugarbush Golf Course forepack
Country Club of Vermont
Rocky Ridge Golf Club
Weekend stay at the Mad River Barn (up to 2 people)
Mountain bike lesson with a pro
Weekend stay at Lawson’s Finest Airbnb with guided naturalist tour
Jewelry from Finery in Waitsfield

Spring Sale on 2026/2027 Season Passes
2026-04-01 - 2026-04-14
2026-2027 Season Passes & Stark Mountain Cards go on sale April 1st through the 14th at their lowest rate of the year!
Following the spring sale passes won’t be available to purchase again until they go on sale in September. Kids’ Seasonal Programs go on sale during the fall sales period and are not available to purchase during the spring sale.
In order to maintain a unique, uncrowded ski experience, we have limited quantities of passes, seasonal programs and Stark Mountain Cards available for sale. Please buy early, once quantities are gone these products won’t be available again until next season.

Live Music Aprés in Stark's Pub
2026-04-03 14:30 - 17:30
Join us après-ski, from 2:30 to 5:30 for FREE live music by Brett Hughes! We’re clearing out the kitchen for the end of the ski season, today we will offer up a full pub menu (not just aprés items)!
Pub Specials for Friday:
$1 Wings
Double dog special(2 for 1 hot dogs)
$1 off Lawson’s 16 oz cans (Still Single, Scrag Pilsner and Little Sip)

A huge thank you to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local musicians.

Chicken Barbecue
2026-04-04 11:00 - 14:00
A tradition here at Mad River Glen, kick back and enjoy a yardbird fresh off the ‘backyard’ barbecue.
Quantities are limited, first come, first served – while supplies last.

Co-op Annual Shareholder's Meeting
2026-04-04 17:00 - 18:00, 2027-04-03 17:00 - 18:00, 2028-04-01 17:00 - 18:00, 2029-04-07 17:00 - 18:00, 2030-04-06 17:00 - 18:00
MRG Co-op Shareholders ski free today!
The annual meeting for the owners of America’s only skier-owned mountain. All shareholders are encouraged to attend either in-person on the 3rd floor or watch a live stream via Google Meet.
Don’t forget that it is also Shareholder Appreciation Day in the General Store when all Co-op Shareholders get 20% off of their purchases.
Shareholders, please gather in front of the Basebox beginning at 4:45 for a new group photo.

Co-op Board of Trustees Off-Season Meeting
2026-05-16 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-06-20 08:00 - 09:00
The Co-op’s Board of Trustees meets monthly, except July and August. All Co-op Shareholders are encouraged to attend Board meetings. Stay abreast of what is happening at America’s only skier-owned mountain by checking out the latest Board Meeting Minutes. If you have a comment, question or concern for the board you can reach them by emailing coopboard@madriverglen.com

Join us on Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/jhi-umff-poa

Stark's Pub Opens for Summer
2026-05-20 16:30 - 20:30
Stark’s Pub offers a one-of-a-kind family dining experience you won’t find anywhere else in the Mad River Valley. Open daily during the ski season from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM whenever the mountain is running, and throughout the summer—from Memorial Day through peak foliage in October—Stark’s Pub serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 4:30 to 8:30 PM.
In the warmer months, enjoy stunning mountain views while dining al fresco on the deck or from the comfort of the cozy indoor seating. The atmosphere is relaxed and family-friendly, with yard games to entertain kids and miles of scenic hiking trails just steps from your table.
Whether you’re winding down after a day on the slopes or hiking in the Green Mountains, Stark’s Pub is the perfect spot to refuel and reconnect. Don’t miss our live music performances—après-ski in the winter and on Wednesday summer evenings. For a full schedule of musical guests, visit our event calendar.
A special thanks to Lawson’s Finest Liquids for helping us support local artists and keep the good vibes going all year long at Stark’s Pub.

Independence Day
2026-07-04
Join us in Warren as we celebrate our nation’s independence.
Please note that Stark’s Pub is closed in observance of the holiday.

Fall Sale on 2026/2027 Season Passes, Stark Mountain Cards and Kids' Seasonal Programs
2026-09-08 - 2026-09-30
Remaining quantities of 2026-2027 Season Passes go on sale today at their current rate through the end of the month.
Stark Mountain Cards are on sale until the 30th of September and Kids’ Seasonal Programs are available to purchase at their lowest rate or until they reach capacity.
In order to maintain a unique, uncrowded ski experience, we have limited quantities of passes, seasonal programs and Stark Mountain Cards available for sale. Please buy early, once quantities are gone these products won’t be available again until next season.

Mow Crew
2026-09-14 07:00 - 2026-09-25 15:00
Mow some grass, earn your pass! Mow crew is the best way to get an intimate look at all of the nooks and crannies of Stark Mountain, burn some calories and make new ski buddies. At the end of the 10 days of work you’ll have earned some cash for your pocket and a full season’s pass for the upcoming winter.
A little run down on how we mow our trails… We use hand scythes to cut the grass, ferns and shrubs on the steepest slopes here at Mad River Glen. Most of the beginner and intermediate terrain is mowed with a tractor, mow crew steps in to finish off the areas the tractor can’t go. We mow and move in a line shoulder-to-shoulder hiking up the trails as we go. It can be tough work but the camaraderie makes it so much fun! Truly, it is rewarding and at the end of the 10 days, you’ll have a full season ski pass and some cash in your pocket. Not only that but you will likely have learned something about the terrain you didn’t already know and you’ll have gained a couple of new ski buddies.
The day begins at 7:00 am and we mow until about 3:00 pm with many short breaks in between. A backpack with a hydration pack is highly recommended and you should also pack yourself enough food to get you through the day. There will be water stations along the route to refill your containers and likely a ride down on the chairlift at the end of the day to ease the knees. Most people wear pants and long sleeves to fend off bugs and protect them from the sun but a few hardy folks go shorts and tees, everyone wears hiking boots – no exceptions. We will provide the scythe, a pair of work gloves, a sharpening stone/tools and water.
If you’re interested in joining the mow crew this fall please send an email to ry@madriverglen.com.

Fall Sales Deadline Day
2026-09-30, 2027-09-30, 2028-09-30, 2029-09-30
Today is the deadline for the best deals on Season Passes, Stark Mountain Cards and Kids’ Seasonal Programs.

September 30th also marks the fiscal year for the Co-op, APR is due and Mad Money from the previous season expires.

*Please note that Stark Mountain Cards are NOT available to purchase following the September 30th deadline.

Opening Day of the 2026/2027 Ski Season
2026-12-12 09:00 - 15:30
December 11, 1948 Mad River Glen opened to the public for the first time, whisking skiers 2000 vertical feet to the summit of Stark Mountain on the Single. The American Steel & Wire Company had installed nearly 600 of these state-of-the-art aerial tramway systems across the country and together with Roland Palmedo brought lift-served skiing to the Mad River Valley.

Christmas Day: Closed
2026-12-25, 2027-12-25, 2028-12-25, 2029-12-25
In celebration of the festive season, we would like to let you know that we will be closed on Christmas Day. This special time of year allows us to embrace the joy of being with loved ones, and as our team prepares for the exciting ski season ahead, we truly value these moments of togetherness.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back when we reopen on December 26th.
Wishing you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas filled with warmth, joy, and happiness!

John Kearns Memorial Town Meeting Day
2027-03-02, 2028-03-07, 2029-03-06
Vermont high school, middle school and elementary school students ski for FREE!
A Town Meeting Day tradition, U12 and U14 racers descend on MRG for the annual John Kearns Memorial Town Meeting Day Slalom Race.
This is the first slalom event of the season for U12s.
