John Kearns Memorial Town Meeting Day
2025-03-04
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.

Women's Mid-Week Alpine Clinic
2025-03-06 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
The Women’s Mid-Week clinics are for women and taught by women using positive attitude, tactics and techniques to help you achieve your skiing goals. This eight-week program meets for 2-hour sessions on Thursday mornings.
Dates: Thursdays – January 9, 16, 23, 30 February 6, 13, 27 & March 6 (No session 02.20.25)
Time: 10:00 am until 12:00 pm
Cost: $349 – 8 week session
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Free Cabot Fondue
2025-03-06 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-03-13 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-03-20 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-03-27 15:30 - 17:00
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
2025-03-07 14:30 - 17:00, 2025-03-14 14:30 - 17:00
Our live music series continues this season on Fridays, après-ski, from 2:30 to 5:00 PM! A huge thank you to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local musicians. Fridays 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!

Winter Music Schedule:
12.20 The Caleb Garby Trio
01.03 Atom & the Orbits
01.10 Straight Jacket Slumber Party
01.17 Rob Pierce & Bob
01.20 Brett Hughes & Lowell Thompson
01.24 Madigan Linnane
02.07 Fun Dip
02.14 Local 28
02.28 Brett Hughes & Lowell Thompson
03.07 John Lackard Trio
03.14 Clint Bierman & Friends
03.21 Jaded Ravins
04.04 Brett Hughes & Lowell Thompson
04.11 Dave O & Mike Schuster
Thanks to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local artists & good vibes year-round in Stark’s Pub.

Parlor Skis Demo Day
2025-03-08 09:00 - 14:00
Parlor was founded on a shared passion for skiing in New England, with a focus on designing and building great products.
Our goal is to share this passion with as many people as we can.
Look for the Parlor tent in the base area and take advantage of a free demo!

Women's Telemark Clinic
2025-03-08 09:45 - 15:00
Telemark ski clinics by women, and for women use positive attitude, tactics and techniques to help you achieve your skiing goals.
Dates: Saturdays – January 11, February 8, March 8
Time: 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Cost: $249/day ($309/day with lift ticket)

Naturalist Guided Snowshoe Tours
2025-03-08 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-09 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-15 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-16 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-22 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-23 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-29 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-30 10:30 - 12:30
Every Saturday and Sunday at 10:30 am Join one of Mad River Glen’s Naturalists for a guided snowshoe trek tailored to your interest in the ecology and wildlife of Stark Mountain! Our outings and content vary each week depending on snow conditions and participants. Learn about the hardwood forests of the Green Mountains as well as our resident moose, bear, deer, fisher, coyote, red fox and more! Easy to moderate difficulty. Click here to Request A Reservation today or click here to learn more about our Naturalist Programs.

Graybeard's Clinic
2025-03-10 09:30 - 12:00
The Graybeard’s Clinic is designed for men who are intermediate to advanced skiers. The clinic will focus on learning to fully enjoy the Mad River Glen skiing experience by deepening fundamental skills and then applying those skills to the varied terrain that makes Mad River special. Participants will learn to ski groomers and the bumps better and with more confidence – making it more fun and joyful. We will also focus on specific mechanics that are a bit easier on your body, thus enhancing your overall ski experience here at Mad River Glen and wherever your skis may take you.
The clinic will be led by Rick Ruback who has been coaching ski racing at Mad River for over twenty years. Rick is excited to bring some racing skills and drills into adult teaching as a way to help the participants improve their skiing. Joining Rick will be a collection of some of the most experienced members of the Mad River Glen Ski School.
Dates: Mondays January 27 February 3, 10 & 24, March 3, 10 & 17
Time: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $349 7 week session (valid ticket or pass required)
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Rockefeller Challenge
2025-03-15 16:00 - 18:00
An event only to be found here on the slopes of Mad River Glen, the Rockefeller Challenge is an annual test of fearlessness and speed. Starting on the Practice Slope, competitors try to carry their speed down a designated race lane, through the base area and up the Rockefeller trail. Like the sport of ski jumping where the skier who goes the farthest wins, the person to makes it the furthest up the Rockefeller trail, is victorious and crowned a racing titan. Proceeds to benefit MRG Ski Club.
Event Date: March 15, 2025
Register Online Here!
Entry Fee: $25 entry

Field Limit: 100 competitors, all ages
Athlete Lift: Tentatively 4:20 pm
Event Begins: 4:30 pm
Other: Rockefeller and Racing Triple Crown shirts will be available for purchase at bib pickup on the day of the event. Clothing is required, no added weights, speedsuits, lycra or gravity enhancing devices!
Awards: by age group and gender
Disclaimer: Weather and conditions dependent, no refunds on entry fee in the event of cancellation. We reserve the right to change or modify any of the perimeters of the race including but not limited to start time, location, course, finish and awards in the interest of event security.
The MRG Racing Triple Crown combines three celebrated legacy events and crowns an overall category champions!

The storied Kandahar is MRG’s modern version of a full mountain ski race. It rewards those who can ski gates as well as terrain and conditions on the trail.
The Dash For Cash is a new event that will pit racers head to head on a dual panel course with pro jump.
The Rockefeller Challenge is a test of fearlessness and speed where competitors tuck straight downhill and glide uphill to find the skier who goes the furthest.

Combine and register for all three events and save!
A valid lift ticket or season pass is required. Lift ticket not included in the entry fee.
Ages 10 & up as of 1/1/25. You must complete a registration for each family member who will be racing. Please log in below (if you are already in MRG’s system) or create a new account for each racer.
Disclaimer: Weather and conditions dependent. There are no refunds on the entry fee for any reason, including in the event of date change, cancellation, or inability to participate. We reserve the right to change or modify any of the perimeters of the race including but not limited to start time, date, location, course, finish and awards in the interest of event security.

Co-op Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-03-15 17:00 - 18:00
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 via Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/jhi-umff-poa

Live Music Aprés in Stark's Pub
2025-03-17 14:30 - 17:00
Our live music series continues this season on Fridays, après-ski, from 2:30 to 5:00 PM! A huge thank you to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local musicians. Fridays 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!

WINTER MUSIC SCHEDULE:
03.14 Clint Bierman & Friends
03.17 Brett Hughes & Lowell Thompson
03.21 Jaded Ravins
04.04 Brett Hughes & Lowell Thompson
04.11 Dave O & Mike Schuster
Thanks to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local artists & good vibes year-round in Stark’s Pub.

Fayston Elementary School Ski Program
2025-03-20 12:30 - 14:30
Welcoming 1st through 6th grade students from the Fayston Elementary School for an afternoon of skiing!

Live Music Aprés in Stark's Pub
2025-03-20 14:30 - 17:00
Our live music series continues this season on Fridays, après-ski, from 2:30 to 5:00 PM! A huge thank you to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local musicians. Fridays 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!

Winter Music Schedule:
03.21 Jaded Ravins
04.04 Brett Hughes & Lowell Thompson
04.11 Dave O & Mike Schuster
Thanks to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local artists & good vibes year-round in Stark’s Pub.

Live Music Aprés in Stark's Pub
2025-03-21 14:30 - 17:00
Our live music series continues this season on Fridays, après-ski, from 2:30 to 5:00 PM! A huge thank you to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local musicians. Fridays 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!

Winter Music Schedule:
12.20 The Caleb Garby Trio
01.03 Adam & the Orbits
01.10 Straight Jacket Slumber Party
01.17 Rob Pierce & Bob
01.24 Madigan Linnane
02.07 Straight Jacket Slumber Party
02.14 Local 28
02.28 Brett Hughes & Lowell Thompson
03.07 John Lackard Trio
03.21 Jaded Ravins
03.28 Erin Cassel-Brown w/Jaded Ravins
04.04 Rob Pierce & Bob
04.11 Dave O & Mike Schuster
Thanks to our friends at Lawson’s Finest Liquids for supporting local artists & good vibes year-round in Stark’s Pub.

She Shredz
2025-03-22 14:30 - 17:30
She Shredz invites all women to join in on an informal event designed to encourage women to embrace adventure, challenge themselves, and break down barriers. She Shredz is all about building confidence on the slopes, creating an inclusive community, and celebrating the power of women in outdoor sports. The afternoon will feature a variety of activities aimed at building confidence and creating unforgettable memories. From a group jump session to helmet decorating there are activities on the slopes and an après-ski gathering, this event promises an afternoon full of fun, laughter, and connection.
Event Highlights Include:

Lady Jump Session on Partridge 2:30 – 3:30 pm
Party Lap on the Sunnyside Double 3:30 – 3:45 pm
Après-Ski helmet & gear decorating on the 3rd floor
Movie screening of “All In” on the 3rd floor
Costumes encouraged, snacks included

*She Shredz is being hosted by members of the Mad River Glen Ski Club*

After Dark Winter Music in Stark's Pub
2025-03-28 19:00 - 22:00
Evan Jennison is a local musician making a big splash on the Vermont scene. It won’t be long before Evan outgrows the confines of Stark’s Pub so make sure you get to see one of his shows before people are saying, “I saw Evan at MRG back in the day”.

Mad River Ski Club Championships
2025-03-29 10:00 - 14:00

Friendly Freeski Competition
2025-03-30 08:00 - 17:00
Mad River Glen, the birthplace of New England’s competitive freeskiing is proud to be hosting a Friendly Freeski competition. If you have been curious about entering the competitive freeski arena then this event is for you! The freeski friendly is a fun event designed to give everyone a new perspective on competitive freeskiing. This event is open to all age groups and parents are highly encouraged to enter as well. It is a one run competition, venue location TBD based on conditions. The freeski friendly, hosted by the Mad River Glen Freeski Team is a fundraiser for the Mad River Glen Ski Club. There are NO REFUNDS.

– Day of Registration 3rd floor Basebox 8-8:30 AM: $40 cash/venmo
– The competition is a one-run event
– U18 helmet & back protector required
– The venue is to be determined and will be revealed in the competitor’s meeting

Judging Criteria:

1. Line Choice: Each competitor chooses their line down the course. High scores are given for choosing difficult routes. Difficulty is determined by steepness, exposure, air, snow and course conditions.
2. Control: Competitors must remain in control at all times. Any loss of control will result in a lower score. Skillful recoveries will reduce penalties.
3. Fluidity: Constant direction towards a goal. This includes continuity, pace, and smooth transitions between sections of the course. Falling or stopping can have a negative impact in this category.
4. Technique: Competitors are judged on style and turn quality relating to big mountain freeriding.
5. Style & Energy: This encompasses the pace, energy and creativity with which a competitor attacks or descends his/her chosen line or route. Style focuses on freestyle execution of maneuvers.

Age Categories:

U10 Male & Female

U12 Male & Female

U14 Male & Female

U18 Male & Female

U40 Male & Female

Over 40 Male & Female

Event Timeline:

Competitor Check-in/Bib Pickup: 3rd Floor Base Box
8:00 to 8:30 am

Mandatory Safety Meeting
8:30 am on the deck

Course Inspection
9:00 am – 9:30 am

Event Start
10:00 am

Awards
4:30 pm 3rd Floor Base Box

2024 RESULTS

Spring Sale on 2025/2026 Season Passes
2025-04-01 - 2025-04-14
2025-2026 Season Passes go on sale April 1st through the 14th.
Following the spring sale passes won’t be available to purchase again until they go on sale in the fall.
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.
