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Addison County Fair & Field Days
2026-08-07 07:30 - 2026-08-08 00:00, 2026-08-08 07:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Addison County Fair & Field Days, 1790 Field Days Road, Vergennes, VT, 05491
Bringing together the very best of Vermont’s agricultural traditions. Five days of family fun, featuring livestock shows, 4-H exhibits, horse events, farm products and demonstrations, antique tractors, motorsports, carnival rides, live entertainment, and classic fair food. Weekday admission: $15; Saturday admission: $20; Kids ages 6-11: $5; Kids 5 and under: free. Season passes available. Click to learn more.

HSM Makerspace: Self Portraits
2026-08-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park Street, Middlebury, VT, 05753
Join HSM Summer Intern Holly for a free guided Makerspace activity and create a one-of-a-kind self-portrait.
The Makerspace is also open Wednesday-Saturdays 10-4 pm with self-led activities.

Artday
2026-08-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Bixby Memorial Free Library, 258 Main Street, Vergennes, VT, 05491
Come to the Bixby Library for a different art project each Friday. Drop-ins welcome. This project will be decorating a wooden door hanger. Click to learn more.

Friday Night Music
2026-08-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Lincoln Peak Vineyard, 142 River Road, New Haven, VT, 05472
Enjoy live music by Blues Without Borders, food from Monti Verdi Salumi, and Vermont wines. Bring a blanket and relax at the vineyard. Free. Click to learn more.

Monthly Wildlife Walk
2026-08-08 07:00 - 09:00 | Otter View Park, Weybridge Street, Middlebury, VT, 05753
Join Otter Creek Audubon and the Middlebury Area Land Trust to help survey birds and other wildlife at Otter View Park and the Hurd Grassland. Meet at the parking area at the intersection of Weybridge Street and Pulp Mill Bridge Road. Birders of all ages and experience levels are welcome. For more information, call 802-388-6019.

Kids' Café: The Rescuers Down Under
2026-08-08 12:30 | Middlebury Marquis, 65 Main Street, Middlebury, Vermont, 05753
A weekly free kids’ movie in the café space.

Kids Dig Mount Independence: A Simulated Archaeological Dig
2026-08-08 13:00 - 15:30 | Mt. Independence State Historic Site, 472 Mt Independence Road, Orwell, VT, 05760
Where did the artifacts in our museum come from? Learn how archaeologists study a site. Each participant will take part in a simulated dig using archaeology tools to “find” artifacts soldiers would have used here in 1776. Children ages 6 to 12. Free with museum admission. Call 802-948-2000 to reserve a space. Click to learn more.

Five Fridays Concert: Atom & the Orbits
2026-08-08 17:30 - 19:00 | Town Hall Theater, 68 South Pleasant Street, Middlebury, VT, 05753
Led by Vermont musician Noah Hahn, Atom & the Orbits delivers danceable modern rock, roots rhythms, and high-energy Americana perfect for a summer evening. Food and beverages available for purchase. Click to learn more.

Summer Live Music: Sunday Morning
2026-08-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Tillerman, 1868 N. Route 116, Bristol, VT, 05443
Enjoy live music along with tacos, creative cocktails and mocktails, snacks, and paletas. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs, or take advantage of the tables and chairs provided. Click to learn more.

HSM Makerspace: Accordion Sketchbooks
2026-08-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park Street, Middlebury, VT, 05753
Join HSM Summer Intern Holly for a free guided Makerspace activity and make your own accordion-fold sketchbook.
The Makerspace is also open Wednesday-Saturdays 10-4 pm with self-led activities.

Artday
2026-08-14 12:00 - 14:00 | Bixby Memorial Free Library, 258 Main Street, Vergennes, VT, 05491
Come to the Bixby Library for a different art project each Friday. Drop-ins welcome. This project will be sketchbooks. Click to learn more.

Friday Night Music
2026-08-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Lincoln Peak Vineyard, 142 River Road, New Haven, VT, 05472
Enjoy live music by Sweet Roots while relaxing with Vermont wines. Bring a blanket and enjoy the evening. Click to learn more.

Kids' Café: Wreck-It Ralph
2026-08-15 12:30 | Middlebury Marquis, 65 Main Street, Middlebury, Vermont, 05753

Wetland Walk
2026-08-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Wright Park, Seymour Street, Middlebury, VT, 05753
Join Vermont wetland ecologist Zapata Courage for a guided family-friendly walk exploring a beaver-influenced wetland ecosystem. Learn to identify common wetland plants and discover how floodplain wetlands support wildlife and protect communities. All ages welcome.

Peet Farm Summer Concert Series: Brisson, Boss & Pelletier
2026-08-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Peet Farm Greenhouses, 2144 VT-30, Cornwall, VT, 05753
Bring a blanket, lawn chair, and picnic while enjoying an evening of live music as the sun sets over the hills.

Music at the Riverbend: Deb Brisson & The Hay Burners
2026-08-19 18:00 | Brandon Inn, 20 Park Street, Brandon, Vermont, 05733
Deb Brisson & The Hay Burners bring their rootsy, soulful, bluesy, rockin’ alt-country sound to Brandon’s summer concert series. Rain location is Brandon Town Hall. Click to learn more.

Summer Live Music: Albany Sound
2026-08-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Tillerman, 1868 N. Route 116, Bristol, VT, 05443

HSM Makerspace: Cardboard Creations
2026-08-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Henry Sheldon Museum, 1 Park Street, Middlebury, VT, 05753
Join HSM Summer Intern Holly for a free guided Makerspace activity and build creative projects from cardboard.
The Makerspace is also open Wednesday-Saturdays 10-4 pm with self-led activities.

Artday
2026-08-21 12:00 - 14:00 | Bixby Memorial Free Library, 258 Main Street, Vergennes, VT, 05491
Come to the Bixby Library for a different art project each Friday. Drop-ins welcome. This Friday’s project will be painting with vegetables. See what you can paint with broccoli, potatoes, celery and more! Click to learn more.

Friday Night Music
2026-08-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Lincoln Peak Vineyard, 142 River Road, New Haven, VT, 05472
Enjoy live music by Hard Scrabble, food from Gene’s Chili Hut, and Vermont wines. Bring a blanket and relax at the vineyard. Click to learn more.

Kids' Café: Onward
2026-08-22 12:30 | Middlebury Marquis, 65 Main Street, Middlebury, Vermont, 05753

Dad Guild Family Bike Ride: Midd-Weybridge Castle Playground Loop
2026-08-22 15:00 - 16:30 | Frog Hollow Bikes, 74 Main Street, Middlebury, VT, 05753
Join us for a family bike ride! We will meet at Frog Hollow Bikes and ride this route, a 9.3 mile loop that stops at the castle-themed playground at Weybridge Elementary School. Dad Fellow Nate Billings will be leading this ride. If you’d like to join the Addison County WhatsApp group to get in touch or learn more, send an email to dan@dadguild.org. Dan will send you the link.

Music at the Riverbend: Gallison Hill Band
2026-08-26 18:00 | Brandon Inn, 20 Park Street, Brandon, Vermont, 05733
Gallison Hill Band closes the season with a modern take on classic rock, behind the Brandon Inn. Rain location is Brandon Town Hall. Click to learn more.

Summer Live Music: Remember Baker
2026-08-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Tillerman, 1868 N. Route 116, Bristol, VT, 05443

Silent Disco
2026-08-27 15:00 - 19:00 | Middlebury Town Green
Dance like nobody’s watching! Grab a pair of wireless headphones, choose from three music channels, and enjoy this free, family-friendly Silent Disco on the Green. Whether you’re dancing with friends, laughing with family, or trying something completely new, everyone is welcome at this unforgettable outdoor experience. First 20 folks to RSVP get a special gift. Click here to register.

Friday Night Music
2026-08-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Lincoln Peak Vineyard, 142 River Road, New Haven, VT, 05472
Enjoy live music by Electric Bear, food from Cravens, and Vermont wines. Bring a blanket and relax at the vineyard. Click to learn more.
