Our calendar is under construction!
We’re working on rolling out a new-and-improved MiniBury calendar. In the meantime, here’s a running list of Addison County kid and family events over the holidays and into early 2026.
Please note that event schedules are subject to change without notice, especially around the holidays. We suggest contacting individual event organizers ahead of time to confirm event details.
Questions? Want to submit an event? Email us at [email protected].
ONGOING
- Holiday Trains in Middlebury. Ongoing through Saturday, Jan. 3, Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. The elaborate Lionel train layout at the Henry Sheldon Museum is an annual holiday tradition, delighting visitors of all ages. Trains run Wednesdays from 2-4:30 p.m., Thursdays from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. More info at henrysheldonmuseum.org.
Henry Sheldon Museum Makerspace in Middlebury. Ongoing during museum hours, Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. Makerspace activities are available when the museum is open, with hands-on crafting, play for kids and ornament making throughout the holiday season. Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Museum admission applies. More info at henrysheldonmuseum.org.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 23Holiday week – please confirm schedule with individual event organizers
- Story & Playtime in Salisbury. Tuesday, Dec. 23, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Salisbury Free Public Library, basement of the Salisbury Meeting House, 853 Maple Street, Salisbury. A few simple stories and songs, and then lots of time to get to know each other! Drop in any time. Open to any children and families from any town. Aimed at kids 0-5.
- Pokemon Club in Brandon. Tuesday, Dec. 23 3-5 p.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Weekly club for ages 6 and up. Free.
- Magic the Gathering in Brandon. Tuesday, Dec. 23, 5-7 p.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Ages 13 and up. Free
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24Christmas Eve – please confirm schedule with individual event organizers
- Parent/Caregiver & Child PlayGroup in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 24, 9-11 a.m., Memorial Baptist Church, 97 S. Pleasant St. Downstairs in the Fellowship Hall. All abilities welcome. Snacks and treats, adaptive projects and play stations. Contact Stephanie Allen: [email protected].
- Parent Child Center Playgroup in Bristol. Wednesday, Nov. 19, 9:30-11 a.m., Howden Hall, 18 West Street, Bristol. Hosted by the Addison County Parent Child Center, bring your little ones to Howden Hall for play and socializing. Contact: Cynthia Clarke; [email protected]; addisoncountypcc.org.
- Tot Time Open Gym in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 24, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, 154 Creek Road, Middlebury. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug.
- Toddler Time in Brandon. Wednesday, Dec. 24, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library 4 Franklin St., Brandon VT. Unstructured play time for kids up to age 3.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25
Christmas Day
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26
Please confirm holiday schedule with individual event organizers- Storytime at Bixby Memorial Library. Friday, Dec. 26, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Bixby Memorial Library, Children’s Room, 258 Main St. Storytime is held every Friday morning in the Bixby’s Children’s Room. Enjoy stories, crafts, fun and community connection. Recommended for preschool-age children.
- Lincoln Storytime in Lincoln. Friday, Dec. 26, 10:30-10:30 a.m., Lincoln Library @ 222 West River Road, Lincoln. Little ones and their caregivers get together for stories and songs. Contact: 802-453-2665; [email protected]; lincolnlibraryvt.com.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27
Holiday week – please confirm schedule with individual event organizers- Storytime in Brandon. Saturday, Dec. 27, 10:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Storytime at the library on Thursdays and Saturdays.
- Reindeer LIVE at ECHO. Saturday, Dec. 27, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.. The reindeer are back! Come get an up-close look at these incredible reindeer from Vermont Reindeer Farm during this special event. Learn what makes reindeer well-suited for cold, snowy weather. Presentation times: 11:30 am, 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm Free with admission or ECHO membership.
- Kids Cafe Free Movie in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 27, 12:30-2 p.m., The Marquis, 65 Main Street, Middlebury. Catch a kids’ movie for free in the Marquis cafe. Contact: 802-388-4841, middleburymarquis.com.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 29
Holiday week – please confirm schedule with individual event organizers- Sled dogs LIVE at ECHO in Burlington. Monday, Dec. 29, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, 1 College St, Burlington. Get ready to welcome back the October Siberians Sled Dogs this winter season. Jump into the amazing world of these huskies and get up close and personal with them on the ECHO terrace. Presentation times: 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 1 pm, 2 pm Free with Admission or ECHO Membership.
- Roblox Hangout at Bixby Memorial Library. Monday, Dec. 29, 1–2:30 p.m., Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St, Vergennes. Join others at the Bixby to play Roblox games together. Computers will be available; participants are welcome to bring their own devices.
Family Game Night in Shoreham. Monday, Dec. 29, 5-7:30 p.m., Platt Memorial Library, 279 Main St. Bring the whole family to play from the library’s growing board game collection or bring your own games to play or share. Arrive by 5 p.m. for pizza.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 30
Story & Playtime in Salisbury. Tuesday, Dec. 30, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Salisbury Free Public Library, basement of the Salisbury Meeting House, 853 Maple Street, Salisbury. A few simple stories and songs, and then lots of time to get to know each other! Drop in any time. Open to any children and families from any town. Aimed at kids 0-5.
Pokemon Club in Brandon. Tuesday, Dec. 30, 3-5 p.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Weekly club for ages 6 and up. Free.Magic the Gathering in Brandon. Tuesday, Dec. 30, 5-7 p.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Ages 13 and up. Free
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31
New Year’s Eve – please confirm holiday schedule with individual event organizersParent/caregiver and child playgroup in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 31, 9-11 a.m., Memorial Baptist Church, 97 South Pleasant St. Playgroup meets weekly on Wednesdays downstairs in the Fellowship Hall. Community for parent and child. All abilities welcome. Snacks and treats, adaptive projects and play stations. Contact: Stephanie Allen at [email protected].
Tot Time Open Gym in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 31, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, 154 Creek Road. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug.Toddler Time at Brandon Free Library. Wednesday, Dec. 31, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library @ 4 Franklin St. Unstructured play time for kids up to age 3.
Fireworks and ice skating in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 31, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Middlebury Rec Park, Mary Hogan Dr. Fireworks begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by free ice skating at Memorial Sports Center.New Year’s Eve with Soule Monde in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 31, 7-10 p.m., Town Hall Theater, Rothrock Main Stage, 72–76 Merchants Row. An early New Year’s Eve concert with avant-funk duo Soule Monde, featuring dynamic melodies and bold improvisation. Family-friendly. Tickets $15–$35 at addisonarts.org/event/soule-monde-new-years-eve.
New Year’s Eve contra dance in Bristol. Wednesday, Dec. 31, 7:30-10 p.m., Holley Hall, 1 South St. Ring in the new year with a community contra dance featuring live music by Red Dog Riley and calling by Don Stratton. Easy dances for all experience levels. Co-sponsored by the Bristol Recreation Department.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 1
New Year’s DayFirst Day Walk in Ferrisburgh. Thursday, Jan. 1, 9-11 a.m., Button Bay State Park, 5 Button Bay State Park Rd. Start the new year with a birding walk with Otter Creek Audubon and see overwintering birds.
First Day Hike in Crown Point, N.Y. Thursday, Jan. 1, 11 a.m., Crown Point State Historic Park Museum, 21 Grandview Dr. A two-mile guided hike exploring the grounds of the site and the area’s rich history. Appropriate footwear, warm clothing and water recommended. Free. More info at facebook.com/CrownPointSHS, 518-597-3666, [email protected].
FRIDAY, JANUARY 2Holiday week – please confirm schedule with individual event organizers
Bixby Storytime in Vergennes. Friday, Jan. 2, 10:30-11 a.m., Bixby Library, 258 Main Street, Vergennes. Little ones and their caregivers get together for stories, songs and play. Contact bixbylibrary.org.
Storytime in Lincoln. Friday, Jan. 2, 10:30-10:30 a.m., Lincoln Library, 222 West River Road, Lincoln. Little ones and their caregivers get together for stories and songs. Contact: 802-453-2665; [email protected]; llincolnlibraryvt.com.
Storytime in Vergennes. Friday, Jan. 2, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Bixby Memorial Library, Children’s Room, 258 Main St. Storytime is held every Friday morning in the Bixby’s Children’s Room. Enjoy stories, crafts, fun and community connection. Recommended for preschool-age children.
SATURDAY, JAN. 3- Henry Sheldon Museum Community Day in Middlebury. Saturday, Jan. 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park St. See a hand-crank print demonstration and make your own museum-inspired print with local artist and printer John Vincent. Enjoy the final day of holiday trains and seasonal museum exhibitions. All ages are welcome.
LEGO club in Vergennes. Saturday, Jan. 3, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St, Vergennes. Join a fun, creative LEGO session with a themed challenge each month—or build whatever you like. Bricks provided; no need to bring your own. All are invited to build and share ideas with fellow LEGO fans.
Storytime in Brandon. Saturday, Jan. 3, 10:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Storytime at the library on Thursdays and Saturdays.
Kids Cafe Free Movie in Middlebury. Saturday, Jan. 3, 12:30-2 p.m., The Marquis @ 65 Main Street, Middlebury. Catch a kids’ movie for free in the Marquis cafe. Contact: 802-388-4841; middleburymarquis.com.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 4Masks On! @ ECHO in Burlington. Sunday, Jan. 4, 9-10 a.m., ECHO, 1 College Street, Burlington. Discover and explore at ECHO in a safe, masked environment during this dedicated time for those in our community who are most at risk — including but not limited to, seniors, visitors with disabilities, or those with compromised immune systems. Note: everyone age 2 and older will be required to wear a mask. Questions? Contact Kelsey at [email protected] RSVP at https://echovermont.ticketing.veevartapp.com/tickets/view/list/masks-on-sunday.
Sensory-Friendly Art at Brandon Free Library. Sunday, Jan. 4, 8:35-9:35 p.m. A quiet calm space for kids to make art. Recommended ages 5-12, supplies provided.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 6Story & Playtime in Salisbury. Tuesday, Jan. 6, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Salisbury Free Public Library, basement of Salisbury Meeting House, 853 Maple Street. A few simple stories and songs, and then lots of time to get to know each other! Drop in any time. Open to any children and families from any town. Aimed at kids 0-5.
Stories & Playtime in New Haven. Tuesday, Jan 6, 10:30-11:30 a.m., New Haven Community Library, 78 North Street, New Haven. Read a few stories, sing a few songs, try a simple craft and play with other children and families. Contact: Ruth Shattuck Bernstein; 802-453-4015; [email protected].
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7Parent/Caregiver & Child PlayGroup in Middlebury. Wednesday, Jan. 7, 9-11 a.m., Memorial Baptist Church, 97 S. Pleasant St. Downstairs in the Fellowship Hall Community for parent and child. All abilities welcome. Snacks and treats, adaptive projects and play stations Contact: Stephanie Allen: [email protected]
Parent Child Center Playgroup in Bristol. Wednesday, Jan. 7, 9:30-11 a.m., Howden Hall, 18 West Street, Bristol. Hosted by the Addison County Parent Child Center, bring your little ones to Howden Hall for play and socializing. Contact: Cynthia Clarke; [email protected]; addisoncountypcc.org.
Tot Time Open Gym in Middlebury. Wednesday, Jan. 7, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, Creek Road. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other ride-on toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug .
Toddler Time at Brandon Free Library. Wednesday, Jan. 7, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St. Unstructured play time for kids up to age 3.
Ilsley Teen Advisory Group in Middlebury. Wednesday, Jan. 7, 6-6:30 p.m., The Teen Center, 77 Mary Hogan Drive. TAG is open to all tweens and teens 6th grade and above. Want to plan awesome teen programs? Join TAG! Each new TAG member receives a sweet treat at their second meeting. Contact: Kathryn Laliberte; 802-388-4095; [email protected], ilsleypubliclibrary.org/teen-programs.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 8Playgroup in Vergennes in Vergennes. Thursday, Jan. 8, 9:30-11 a.m., Vergennes Congregational Church, 30 South Water Street, Vergennes. Little ones and their caregivers play together at this weekly playgroup organized by the Addison County Parent/Child Center. Contact: Cynthia Clarke; 802-209-9011; [email protected].
Tot Time Open Gym in Middlebury. Thursday, Jan. 8, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, Creek Road. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other ride-on toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug.
Storytime at Brandon Free Library. Thursday, Jan. 8, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St. Enjoy storytime at the Brandon Free Library.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9Mary Hogan playgroup in Middlebury. Friday, Jan. 9, 8:30-10 a.m., Mary Hogan Elementary School, 201 Mary Hogan Dr. Playgroup is open for all children ages birth-5 and their families on Fridays (following the ACSD school calendar). A light snack will be provided. Please email Deb at [email protected] for more information.
Bixby Storytime in Vergennes. Friday, Jan. 9, 10:30-11 a.m., Bixby Library @ 258 Main Street, Vergennes. Little ones and their caregivers get together for stories, songs and play. More info at bixbylibrary.org.
Storytime in Lincoln. Friday, Jan. 9, 10:30-10:30 a.m., Lincoln Library, 222 West River Road. Little ones and their caregivers get together for stories and songs. Contact: 802-453-2665; [email protected]; lincolnlibraryvt.com.