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MONTPELIER, Vt. — January is a perfect time to experience winter in Vermont. Whether you’re here to ski, ride, snowmobile, shop or just relax, there are also plenty of great events and activities to enjoy with your family and friends. Here’s a look at what’s happening in January. For a comprehensive listing of events, visit www.VermontVacation.com.
New Year’s Day Parade at Burke Mountain
East Burke – January 1, 2010
Save your noise makers, dress up in your favorite costume and join the parade. The parade will start at the top of the Willoughby Chair at 1 p.m. and descend all the way to the Sherburne Base Lodge. For those who do not wish to start from the top, join the parade at the top of the Sherburne Express at about 1:15 p.m. Face painting starts at 11 a.m., and the sledding hill is open from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, visit www.skiburke.com.
Vermont Fancy Felines Cat Show
South Burlington – January 2-3, 2010
Thirty different feline breeds compete for honors in a Six Ring Cat Show and Parade of Breeds and more. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A benefit auction for the Franklin County Humane Society will be held Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center, Williston Road (Route 2). For more information, visit www.vermontfancyfelines.com.
Lake Morey Winterfest
Fairlee – January 10, 2010
This event will offer outdoor and indoor activities for all ages and ski levels. Enjoy Nordic skating, snowshoe hikes, cross-country skiing, winter travel skills, sledding, old fashioned ice cutting, igloo building, music, storytelling, dog sledding demos and more. Bring your own snowshoes, skis and skates or borrow them at the Center. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hulbert Outdoor Center, Lake Morey Road. For more information, visit www.nordicskating.org/winterfest.
Torchlight Parade and Fireworks Extravaganza
West Dover – January 16, 2010
Mount Snow Ski & Snowboard School instructors will descend the Canyon ski trail in a beautiful torchlight glow. Immediately following the parade will be a huge fireworks display. The festivities kick off at 5:30 p.m. at Mount Snow. For more information, visit www.mountsnow.com.
Stowe Winter Carnival
Stowe – January 19-25, 2010
The Stowe Winter Carnival is one of the many reasons why people visit the winter wonderland of Stowe. Tour the town, enjoy the Village Night Celebration, and see the competition evolve at the 8th Annual NICA sanctioned Ice Carving Competition. Various locations. For more information, visit www.stowewintercarnival.com.
Art in the Snow, Brandon Open Studio Weekend
Brandon – January 23-24, 2010
Art is elegant, quirky, practical and whimsical at “Art in the Snow” in Brandon, a town that comes together in support of the growing and active arts community that Warren Kimble calls home. More than 20 artist studios and galleries in town offer variety to suit every taste or budget – folk and fabric artists; potters and painters; sculptors, jewelers and more. The event will also be held February 27-28 and March 27-28. Various locations. For more information, visit www.artinthesnow.com.
TD Bank Craftsbury Marathon 29th Annual Race and Tour
Craftsbury Common – January 30, 2010
The biggest cross-country ski event in the Eastern United States celebrates its 31st year. Racers, tourers and relay teams ski 25 or 50 kilometers through several small towns and villages starting and finishing on Craftsbury Common. For details, visit www.craftsbury.com.
Winter Festival
Bennington – January 30, 2010
Celebrate snow at the annual Bennington Winter Festival. Enjoy an ice carving, children’s activities, a snow shoe trek and much more (including shopping specials all over town). Main Street. Noon to 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.bennington.com.
Northern Roots Music Festival
Brattleboro – January 30, 2010
The Brattleboro Music Center's third annual Northern Roots Festival brings together local and regional musicians representing the best of various northern musical traditions including Irish, Scottish, English and French Canadian. The festival includes participant workshops, sessions and mini-concerts from noon to 5:30 p.m., and an evening performance at 7:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.bmcvt.org.
Brookfield Ice Harvest
Brookfield – January 30, 2010
The annual Brookfield Ice Harvest recalls the history of ice harvesting through a talk, demonstration and hands-on competition for young and old. This great family event includes food, dog sledding and many other features. For details, call 802-276-3959.
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