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The Spa at Spruce Peak

The Spa at Spruce Peak

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Stowe Rocks at Stowe Mountain Resort

Gondola SkyRide at Stowe Mountain Resort

Gondola SkyRide at Stowe Mountain Resort

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Stowe Bowl

Stowe Mountain Resort

Stowe Mountain Resort

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Stowe Golf Park

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May in Stowe marks the quiet return of spring—and with it, a fresh sense of energy and possibility.

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Innsbruck Inn at Stowe

Innsbruck Inn at Stowe

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Outbound Stowe

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Sun & Ski Inn and Suites

Brass Lantern Inn

Brass Lantern Inn

AWOL Stowe

AWOL Stowe

Bluebird Cady Hill Lodge

Bluebird Cady Hill Lodge

Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa

Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa

Tälta Lodge, a Bluebird by Lark

Tälta Lodge, a Bluebird by Lark

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Sushi Yoshi

AJ's Ski & Sports

AJ's Ski & Sports

Alpine Hall

Alpine Hall

Stowe Mercantile

Stowe Mercantile

Pinnacle Ski & Sports

Pinnacle Ski & Sports

Pico Taco

Pico Taco

Tipsy Trout

Tipsy Trout

The Alchemist Brewery

The Alchemist Brewery

Stowe Bowl

Stowe Bowl

Eastside Bar + Bites

Eastside Bar + Bites

Stowe Cider

Stowe Cider

Cliff House Restaurant

Cliff House Restaurant

Cold Hollow Cider Mill

Cold Hollow Cider Mill

Après Only

Après Only

The Boutique

The Boutique

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Trip Ideas

Looking for inspiration? Our curated trip ideas are designed to help you experience the best of Stowe. Whether you're here for adventure, relaxation, or a little of both, these itineraries take the guesswork out of planning—so you can spend more time...

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Signature Events

Stowe’s calendar is filled with events that celebrate the unique charm and spirit of this vibrant town. From lively festivals to intimate gatherings and outdoor adventures, these signature events are perfect for making the most of your time in Stowe. Each one brings its own unique flavor to town and captures the essence of this special place. Below are just a few of our most popular annual events—check out Stowe’s full events calendar to see even more opportunities to join in the fun.

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Summer

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July 12, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. – A Rain or Shine Event
Gardens of Stowe

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August 8-10, 2025
Vermont Antique & Classic Car Meet

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August 24, 2025
Race to the Top of Vermont

Outdoor concert with a large crowd, surrounded by green fields and mountains at sunset.

July - August 2025
Music in the Meadow

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July 18-20, 2025
Stowe Jazz Festival

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June 27-29, 2025
Stowe Hot Air Balloon Festival

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May 11 through October 19, 2025
Stowe Farmers’ Market

Street parade with spectators on both sides under a cloudy sky.

July 4, 2025
An Old-Fashioned Fourth of July

Fall

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September 28, 2025
Vermont Pumpkin Chuckin’ Festival

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September 19-21, 2025
British Invasion

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September 20, 2025
von Trapp Brewing Oktoberfest

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October 19, 2025
Heady Trotter 4 Miler

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November 2, 2025
Vermont 10-Miler

Winter

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December 5-7, 2025
A Traditional Christmas in Stowe

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January 21-25, 2026
Winter Rendezvous

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January 2026
Stowe Winter Carnival

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February 2026
Stowe Derby

Spring

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April 2026
Stowe Sugar Slalom

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Sunrise over lush green mountain valley.
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When the sun rises over the mountains and the dew on the grass begins to dry, it’s time. Time to play. Time to explore. And time to experience a place that feels very far from where you came. Yet very much like where you belong.

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