EVENTS
AT WATERVILLE VALLEY RESORT
Adaptive Biking
Adaptive Biking with Waterville Valley Adaptive Sports
Waterville Valley Adaptive Sports is excited to announce that we are partnering for our 3rd year with UNH’s Northeast Passage to host our Adaptive Cycling Series!
Join us on Saturday, June 28, July 19, August 16, September 13 and October 4th! Each day we will have two sessions: from 10:00AM-12:00PM and from 1:00PM-3:00PM. You're welcome to sign up for either or both! NEP will be bringing adaptive cycles suited to everyone's individual needs, from recumbents, hand cycles, tandems and much more!
If you are interested in participating or volunteering, please email wvas22@gmail.com or call MiKayla at 802-505-9088. Sign ups can also be made through the online portal.
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Time: 10-11am
Adaptive Biking
Adaptive Biking with Waterville Valley Adaptive Sports
Waterville Valley Adaptive Sports is excited to announce that we are partnering for our 3rd year with UNH’s Northeast Passage to host our Adaptive Cycling Series!
Join us on Saturday, June 28, July 19, August 16, September 13 and October 4th! Each day we will have two sessions: from 10:00AM-12:00PM and from 1:00PM-3:00PM. You're welcome to sign up for either or both! NEP will be bringing adaptive cycles suited to everyone's individual needs, from recumbents, hand cycles, tandems and much more!
If you are interested in participating or volunteering, please email wvas22@gmail.com or call MiKayla at 802-505-9088. Sign ups can also be made through the online portal.
Sunday Morning Church Chair
SUNDAY MORNING CHURCH CHAIR
CATCH THE CHURCH CHAIR WITH US ON SNOW’S MOUNTAIN FOR A MOUNTAIN-TOP NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH SERVICE!
Guests will load the chair between 8:30am-8:50am and the service will begin once the last guest arrives at the summit (9am). Guests will then have the option to ride the lift down or hike down after the service.
The chairlift ride is complimentary for this church service.
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Times: 10-11am
Sip N' Paint
Sip n’ Paint
Select Thursdays | 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Paint, sip, and relax. A rotating lineup of local restaurants hosts this beloved artistic escape. Come solo, bring friends, and raise a glass to your inner Picasso.
Tickets Online | Ages 21+ for alcohol | All supplies included!
PART OF THE SUMMER UNPLUGGED SERIES
DATE: September 18th, 2025
TIME: 6:00pm-8:00pm
LOCATION: Kalki Indian Cuisine
COST: $40 (Advance Tickets Required)
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Time: 10-11am
Sunday Morning Church Chair
SUNDAY MORNING CHURCH CHAIR
CATCH THE CHURCH CHAIR WITH US ON SNOW’S MOUNTAIN FOR A MOUNTAIN-TOP NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH SERVICE!
Guests will load the chair between 8:30am-8:50am and the service will begin once the last guest arrives at the summit (9am). Guests will then have the option to ride the lift down or hike down after the service.
The chairlift ride is complimentary for this church service.
Waterville Valley Mountain Race
SEPTEMBER 21st, 2025
PRESENTED BY ASCEND HUMAN PERFORMANCE COACHING | BENEFITTING WATERVILLE VALLEY ADAPTIVE SPORTS
This is a one lap up/down mountain race and is part of the historic USATF-New England Mountain Racing Circuit. Terrain surfaces include grassy ski slopes and gravel-y service “roads”. The course will feature three aid stations, at approximately 2.7 miles, 4.3 miles, and 5.2 miles. Hiking poles are prohibited at this USATF sanctioned event. Commercial photography and/or videography at our events is strictly prohibited unless advanced permission has been granted. Please contact the Race Director for further information. The use of drones at our events is prohibited. Spectators wishing to take photos or videos must remain off the course at all times. No transfers. Refunds issued, upon request, up the start of the event. We’re very proud that this event benefits Waterville Valley Adaptive Sports.
LOCATION:
Waterville Valley Resort, 1 Ski Area Road, Waterville Valley, NH
IMPORTANT TIMES:
Bib Pick-Up: 8:00-9:00 AM
Start: 9:00 AM
COURSE MAP:
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Time: 10-11am
13th Annual Ralley in the Valley Car Show
13TH ANNUAL RALLEY IN THE VALLEY CAR SHOW
TOWN SQUARE, WATERVILLE VALLEY
PRESENTED BY EAST COAST CAMARO CLUB
The 13th Annual Ralley in the Valley all vehicle show, presented by the East Coast Camaro Club, is coming back to Waterville Valley! Trophies, Awards, 50/50 raffles, food, music, shopping, fall foliage, and much more! Donations of $20 per show vehicle; proceeds to benefit Tufts Medicine Care at Home (formerly MVH and Home Health Foundation). Registration at gate. Rain or shine. Alongside the car show is our annual Chili Challenge happening from 12pm - 2pm!
Live entertainment will be at the Gazebo stage in Town Square from 12-3pm.
Come out enjoy good food, good music, and sweet cars!
EVENT SCHEDULE
9:00AM | 12th Annual Ralley in the Valley Car Show Opens to the Public
12:00-2:00PM | Chili Challenge
3:00PM | Trophies, Awards, & Winners
12:00-3:00PM | Live Entertainment on the Gazebo Stage in Town Square
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Time: 10-11am
Live Music in Town Square
LIVE MUSIC IN TOWN SQUARE
Swing by Town Square to listen to some warm season tunes coming from the Town Square Gazebo. Enjoy music from the beach, courtyard, or while boating on Corcoran Pond! Presented by Waterville Valley Resort
12-3pm | Chris White Band
26th Annual Chili Challenge
26TH ANNUAL CHILI CHALLENGE
TOWN SQUARE, WATERVILLE VALLEY
Waterville Valley restaurants compete in Town Square for the title of the best chili in the Valley! With your admission fee, you’ll get to sample of every restaurant’s chili and cast your vote to a chili ballot.
FEE: $7.50 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under.
PLEASE NOTE: Waterville Valley Resort does not pre-sell tickets for this event. Tickets must be purchased at event day-of.
Along side the chili will be the 13th Annual Ralley in the Valley all vehicle show, presented by the East Coast Camaro Club. Awards, and 50/50 raffle. $20 donation; proceeds to benefit a charity. Registration at gate. Rain or shine.
Live entertainment will be at the Gazebo stage in Town Square from 12-3pm.
Come out enjoy good food, good music and, sweet cars!
EVENT SCHEDULE
12:00pm | Chili Challenge Kicks Off
2:00pm | Chili Ballots Close
2:15pm | Chili Winner Announced
12:00-3:00pm | Live Entertainment on the Gazebo Stage in Town Square
Sunday Morning Church Chair
SUNDAY MORNING CHURCH CHAIR
CATCH THE CHURCH CHAIR WITH US ON SNOW’S MOUNTAIN FOR A MOUNTAIN-TOP NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH SERVICE!
Guests will load the chair between 8:30am-8:50am and the service will begin once the last guest arrives at the summit (9am). Guests will then have the option to ride the lift down or hike down after the service.
The chairlift ride is complimentary for this church service.
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Time: 10-11am
Sip N' Paint
Sip n’ Paint
Select Thursdays | 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Paint, sip, and relax. A rotating lineup of local restaurants hosts this beloved artistic escape. Come solo, bring friends, and raise a glass to your inner Picasso.
Tickets Online | BYOB | All supplies included!
DATE: October 2nd, 2025
TIME: 6:00pm-8:00pm
LOCATION: Golden Eagle Lodge
COST: $40 (Advance Tickets Required)
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Time: 10-11am
Adaptive Biking
Adaptive Biking with Waterville Valley Adaptive Sports
Waterville Valley Adaptive Sports is excited to announce that we are partnering for our 3rd year with UNH’s Northeast Passage to host our Adaptive Cycling Series!
Join us on Saturday, June 28, July 19, August 16, September 13 and October 4th! Each day we will have two sessions: from 10:00AM-12:00PM and from 1:00PM-3:00PM. You're welcome to sign up for either or both! NEP will be bringing adaptive cycles suited to everyone's individual needs, from recumbents, hand cycles, tandems and much more!
If you are interested in participating or volunteering, please email wvas22@gmail.com or call MiKayla at 802-505-9088. Sign ups can also be made through the online portal.
Adaptive Biking
Adaptive Biking with Waterville Valley Adaptive Sports
Waterville Valley Adaptive Sports is excited to announce that we are partnering for our 3rd year with UNH’s Northeast Passage to host our Adaptive Cycling Series!
Join us on Saturday, June 28, July 19, August 16, September 13 and October 4th! Each day we will have two sessions: from 10:00AM-12:00PM and from 1:00PM-3:00PM. You're welcome to sign up for either or both! NEP will be bringing adaptive cycles suited to everyone's individual needs, from recumbents, hand cycles, tandems and much more!
If you are interested in participating or volunteering, please email wvas22@gmail.com or call MiKayla at 802-505-9088. Sign ups can also be made through the online portal.
Sunday Morning Church Chair
SUNDAY MORNING CHURCH CHAIR
CATCH THE CHURCH CHAIR WITH US ON SNOW’S MOUNTAIN FOR A MOUNTAIN-TOP NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH SERVICE!
Guests will load the chair between 8:30am-8:50am and the service will begin once the last guest arrives at the summit (9am). Guests will then have the option to ride the lift down or hike down after the service.
The chairlift ride is complimentary for this church service.
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Time: 10-11am
Sip N' Paint
Sip n’ Paint
Select Thursdays | 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Paint, sip, and relax. A rotating lineup of local restaurants hosts this beloved artistic escape. Come solo, bring friends, and raise a glass to your inner Picasso.
Tickets Online | Ages 21+ for alcohol | All supplies included!
DATE: Ocotber 9th, 2025
TIME: 6:00pm-8:00pm
LOCATION: Valley Pub
COST: $40 (Advance Tickets Required)
Fall Foliage Fest
FALL FOLIAGE FESTIVAL
GIANT CORN MAZE, LUMBERJACK BASH, FOOTRACES, APPLE CIDER DONUT WALKS, & MORE!
Celebrate the beauty of autumn at Waterville Valley's Fall Foliage Festival, a weekend packed with family fun and colorful adventures! From tent sales to corn maze magic, Waterville Valley becomes a playground of foliage festivities, perfect for the whole family. See the full weekend lineup of events below:
WEEKEND SCHEDULE:
FRIDAY 10/10
TENT SALES | Town Square, Waterville Valley
9AM-5PM
Sport Thoma Tent Sale
PUMPKIN FELTING | Town Square, Waterville Valley
6PM - LEARN MORE
SATURDAY 10/11
TENT SALES | Town Square, Waterville Valley
9AM-5PM
Sport Thoma Tent Sale
WVBBTS Ski & Snowboard Swap
FALL FOLIAGE FAMILY FUN | Town Square, Waterville Valley
9AM-5PM
Jack-O-Lantern Inflatables
Giant Corn Maze
Scarecrow Shooting Gallery
Face Painting & Balloon Twisting
Sponsored by the Waterville Valley Resort Association
Rain Location: Waterville Valley Recreation Department
LEAF CATCHER CRAFTS | Town Square, Waterville Valley
12PM-2PM
LIVE MUSIC | Town Square, Waterville Valley
12PM-3PM
Jamie Hughes Duo
APPLE CIDER DONUT WALK | Town Square, Waterville Valley
3PM
LIVE MUSIC | Town Square, Waterville Valley
4PM-7PM
The Bottom Dollars Duo
SUNDAY 10/12
TENT SALES | Town Square, Waterville Valley
9AM-5PM
Sport Thoma Tent Sale
WVBBTS Ski & Snowboard Swap (9am-4pm)
FALL FOLIAGE FOOTRACES | Town Square, Waterville Valley
9AM - LEARN MORE
10-Mile Trail Race
1.6K Family Fun Run
5K Road Race
Waterville Valley Recreation Department
LUMBERJACK BASH | Town Square, Waterville Valley
9AM-5PM
Axe Throwing
Kid-Friendly Blow Up Axe Throwing
Flannel Swap
Lumberjack Relay Races - 12:00pm Start
Sponsored by the Waterville Valley Resort Association
SCHWENDI FEST | Mt Tecumseh, Waterville Valley Ski Resort
12PM-5PM - LEARN MORE
Scenic Chairlift Rides
Mountain Top Bonfire
High Country Scavenger Hunt
Cat Walk
Food, Drinks, Merch, & Retail
Games, Competitions, & Activities
Waterville Valley Resort
LIVE MUSIC | Town Square, Waterville Valley
12PM-3PM
Tandem Chance
MONDAY 10/13
TENT SALES | Town Square, Waterville Valley
9AM-12PM
Sport Thoma Tent Sale
LIVE ANIMAL SHOW | Town Square, Waterville Valley
10AM-11AM - LEARN MORE
Animal Encounter Series: NH Wildlife
Squam Lake Natural Science Center
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Time: 10-11am
Live Music in Town Square
LIVE MUSIC IN TOWN SQUARE
Swing by Town Square to listen to some warm season tunes coming from the Town Square Gazebo. Enjoy music from the beach, courtyard, or while boating on Corcoran Pond! Presented by Waterville Valley Resort
12-3pm | jamie hughes duo
Live Music in Town Square
LIVE MUSIC IN TOWN SQUARE
Swing by Town Square to listen to some warm season tunes coming from the Town Square Gazebo. Enjoy music from the beach, courtyard, or while boating on Corcoran Pond! Presented by Waterville Valley Resort
4-7pm | The bottom dollars duo
Sunday Morning Church Chair
SUNDAY MORNING CHURCH CHAIR
CATCH THE CHURCH CHAIR WITH US ON SNOW’S MOUNTAIN FOR A MOUNTAIN-TOP NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH SERVICE!
Guests will load the chair between 8:30am-8:50am and the service will begin once the last guest arrives at the summit (9am). Guests will then have the option to ride the lift down or hike down after the service.
The chairlift ride is complimentary for this church service.
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Time: 10-11am
Schwendi Fest
3rd Annual SCHWENDI FEST
NOT YOUR AVERAGE Oktoberfest
Schwendi Fest is BACK and BIGGER than ever! Join us for a mountain-top extravaganza that celebrates stunning foliage while looking ahead to ski season! Enjoy this year's festival with a scenic chairlift ride on Tecumseh Express 6-Pack, a mountain-top bonfire, live music, themed food & drinks for purchase, retail & merchandise, a plethora of games & activities, and more.
Embrace the fall colors through a scenic chairlift ride up Tecumseh Express.
A La Carte Schwendi Hutte BBQ (burgers, veggie burgers, hot dogs, beer brats/sauerkraut, Waterville chips, pretzels, & donuts).
Swag, sweatshirts, tees, and more for purchase!
Indulge in some libations - hot apple cider (spiked and unspiked), beer, and seltzer will be available for purchase.
Warm up by a massive mountain-top bonfire.
Kids will stay busy with plenty of family-friendly games, activities, competitions, and more!
The Resort Trolley will be running, so if you're staying in the valley, you’ve already secured your DD for this event!
Live music!
TICKETS INCLUDE: Scenic chairlift ride up & down Tecumseh Express.
KIDS 5 & UNDER ARE FREE: You must redeem a tyke ticket from the Ticket Window.
PRIZES & MERCH AVAILABLE AT EVENT!
DATE | Sunday October 12, 2025
FIRST CHAIR | 12:00PM
LAST CHAIR | 4:45PM
SEATING | Seating may be limited - we encourage you to bring picnic blankets (no lawn chairs will be allowed on the chairlift).
ADULT BEVERAGES | Please be aware that, in accordance with the New Hampshire Liquor Commission rules & regulations, outside alcohol cannot be consumed at the summit. Given this rule is a stipulation of our liquor license, we will be strictly enforcing this policy. Coolers will not be allowed on the chairlift. You'll be able to purchase alcoholic beverages from the Schwendi Hutte. If you're planning on enjoying some adult beverages during Schwendi Fest, please remember to bring your government-issued I.D.
Live Music in Town Square
LIVE MUSIC IN TOWN SQUARE
Swing by Town Square to listen to some warm season tunes coming from the Town Square Gazebo. Enjoy music from the beach, courtyard, or while boating on Corcoran Pond! Presented by Waterville Valley Resort
12-3pm | Tandem CHance
Animal Encounter Series: New Hampshire Wildlife
ANIMAL ENCOUNTER SERIES:
NEW HAMPSHIRE WILDLIFE
IN LOWER LEVEL OF TOWN SQUARE
Join us in Town Square for the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Animal Encounter Series! Live animal presentations will be shown by expert naturalists. Native wildlife ambassadors will inform and inspire children, adults, and families alike. Animal Encounter Events take place every Sunday (and select Mondays) this summer, beginning at 10am under the tent.
Sip N' Paint
Sip n’ Paint
Select Thursdays | 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Paint, sip, and relax. A rotating lineup of local restaurants hosts this beloved artistic escape. Come solo, bring friends, and raise a glass to your inner Picasso.
Tickets Online | Ages 21+ for alcohol | All supplies included!
DATE: Ocotber 16th, 2025
TIME: 6:00pm-8:00pm
LOCATION: Coyote Grill
COST: $40 (Advance Tickets Required)
Haunted Halloween Happenings
HAUNTED HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS
COSTUME CONTEST | TSQ TRUNK OR TREAT | VALLEY TRICK OR TREAT
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25TH
COSTUME CONTEST & PARTY | 3:45PM
Go all out this year! Dress up in your Halloween best and walk the stage at the infamous Waterville Valley Recreation Department Halloween Costume Contest! WVRD judges will present awards to multiple age groups in a number of categories like: Scariest Costume, Best Duo Costume, Funniest Costume, Most Original - and more! Parents, there is an age group for you too! Advance registration required (Members: Free, Guests: $5).
All participants will receive a treat bag with registration and a map of participating locations for trick or treating!
Ages Groups: 8 & Under, 9 - 14, 15+
Contest Categories: Most Original Costume, Cutest Costume, Scariest Costume, Funniest Costume, Best Duo Costume, Best Showmanship, Most Creative Costume
TOWN SQUARE TRUNK OR TREAT | 5:00PM
Stir up some spooktacular fun in Town Square for the annual Trunk or Treat, hosted by Waterville Valley Resort!
Looking for participants - email marketing@waterville.com to pre-register your vehicle!
TRICK OR TREAT IN WATERVILLE VALLEY | 5:00PM
Show off your costumes by Trick or Treating throughout Waterville Valley! Reflective bags and maps or Trick or Treat Locations are available to the participants of the WVRD Costume Contest.
Looking for participants and candy donations - email sjones@watervillevalleynh.gov or call 603-236-4695 to pre-register your home or business!
Sip N' Paint
Sip n’ Paint
Select Thursdays | 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Paint, sip, and relax. A rotating lineup of local restaurants hosts this beloved artistic escape. Come solo, bring friends, and raise a glass to your inner Picasso.
Tickets Online | BYOB | All supplies included!
DATE: November 6th, 2025
TIME: 6:00pm-8:00pm
LOCATION: Golden Eagle Lodge
COST: $40 (Advance Tickets Required)
Sip N' Paint
Sip n’ Paint
Select Thursdays | 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Paint, sip, and relax. A rotating lineup of local restaurants hosts this beloved artistic escape. Come solo, bring friends, and raise a glass to your inner Picasso.
Tickets Online | BYOB | All supplies included!
DATE: December 4th, 2025
TIME: 6:00pm-8:00pm
LOCATION: Golden Eagle Lodge
COST: $40 (Advance Tickets Required)
Sip N' Paint
Sip n’ Paint
Select Thursdays | 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Paint, sip, and relax. A rotating lineup of local restaurants hosts this beloved artistic escape. Come solo, bring friends, and raise a glass to your inner Picasso.
Tickets Online | Ages 21+ for alcohol | All supplies included!
PART OF THE SUMMER UNPLUGGED SERIES
DATE: September 8th, 2025
TIME: 6:00pm-8:00pm
LOCATION: Kalki Indian Cuisine
COST: $40 (Advance Tickets Required)
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Time: 10-11am
Sunday Morning Church Chair
SUNDAY MORNING CHURCH CHAIR
CATCH THE CHURCH CHAIR WITH US ON SNOW’S MOUNTAIN FOR A MOUNTAIN-TOP NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH SERVICE!
Guests will load the chair between 8:30am-8:50am and the service will begin once the last guest arrives at the summit (9am). Guests will then have the option to ride the lift down or hike down after the service.
The chairlift ride is complimentary for this church service.
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Time: 10-11am
Animal Encounter Series: Home Sweet Habitat
ANIMAL ENCOUNTER SERIES:
Home Sweet HAbitat
IN LOWER LEVEL OF TOWN SQUARE
Join us in Town Square for the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Animal Encounter Series! Live animal presentations will be shown by expert naturalists. Native wildlife ambassadors will inform and inspire children, adults, and families alike. Animal Encounter Events take place every Sunday (and select Mondays) this summer, beginning at 10am under the tent.
Live Music in Town Square
LIVE MUSIC IN TOWN SQUARE
Swing by Town Square to listen to some warm season tunes coming from the Town Square Gazebo. Enjoy music from the beach, courtyard, or while boating on Corcoran Pond! Presented by Waterville Valley Resort
5:30-8:30pm | Dave Ayotte Band
End of Summer Bash & Fireworks
END OF SUMMER BASH & FIREWORKS
TOWN SQUARE, WATERVILLE VALLEY
Help us send summer out with a bang (literally), and ring in our colorful fall season in Waterville Valley!
Outdoor concerts, ANNUAL DUCK RACE, and fireworks over Corcoran Pond!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
5pm - Annual Charity Duck Race
5:30-8:30pm - Live Music in Town Square
8:30pm - Fireworks
DUCK RACE DETAILS
Purchase your ducks at various locations in Town Square to race for the finish line during the Annual Charity Duck Race! Ducks will be sold at Jugtown Country Store, Dreams & Visions Gift Shop, The Bookmonger or Toad Hall Toys.
DATE: Sunday, August 31st
TIME: 5:00-8:30pm
LOCATION: Town Square, Waterville Valley
NEED LODGING?
Getting to Know the Valley
8th ANNUAL
GETTING TO KNOW THE VALLEY
Take a stroll through Town Square and meet members of the many organizations and businesses of Waterville Valley. “Getting to Know the Valley” gives both locals and visitors the opportunity to “Get to Know the Valley”and the wonderful people in it!
Date: Sunday, August 31st
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Where: Meet in Town Square, Waterville Valley NH
Live Music in Town Square
LIVE MUSIC IN TOWN SQUARE
Swing by Town Square to listen to some warm season tunes coming from the Town Square Gazebo. Enjoy music from the beach, courtyard, or while boating on Corcoran Pond! Presented by Waterville Valley Resort
12-3pm | CHris white duo
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Time: 10-11am
Sunday Morning Church Chair
SUNDAY MORNING CHURCH CHAIR
CATCH THE CHURCH CHAIR WITH US ON SNOW’S MOUNTAIN FOR A MOUNTAIN-TOP NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH SERVICE!
Guests will load the chair between 8:30am-8:50am and the service will begin once the last guest arrives at the summit (9am). Guests will then have the option to ride the lift down or hike down after the service.
The chairlift ride is complimentary for this church service.
Live Music in Town Square
LIVE MUSIC IN TOWN SQUARE
Swing by Town Square to listen to some warm season tunes coming from the Town Square Gazebo. Enjoy music from the beach, courtyard, or while boating on Corcoran Pond! Presented by Waterville Valley Resort
6-9pm | lowfalutin
Family Chalk Art Festival
FAMILY CHALK ART FESTIVAL
HOSTED BY WATERVILLE VALLEY RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Join us at Packard’s Field for the 6th Annual Chalk Fest, hosted by the Waterville Valley Recreation Department - come to view some asphalt masterpieces or come create one of your own! Also, take some spins around the Balance Bike Rider Rally track, and enjoy Wacky Dual obstacles, Wrecking Ball Xtreme, Football and Basketball Challenges!
Call 603-236-4695 or visit us online at wvrd.recdesk.com for more information.
Inflatables, music, Balance Biker Rider Ralley, and lots of family fun!
COST: $10 unlimited play in inflatables | Balance Bike Rider Rally is free!
TIME: Chalkfest & Inflatables: 1:00-3:00pm | Balance Bike Rider Rally: 1:00-2:00pm
DATE: Saturday, August 30th
Live Music in Town Square
LIVE MUSIC IN TOWN SQUARE
Swing by Town Square to listen to some warm season tunes coming from the Town Square Gazebo. Enjoy music from the beach, courtyard, or while boating on Corcoran Pond! Presented by Waterville Valley Resort
12-3pm | Chris white duo
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Times: 10-11am
Black Bear Trail Races
BLACK BEAR TRAIL RACES
WATERVILLE VALLEY, NH
Welcome to the Black Bear Trail Races, hosted by White Mountain Endurance in scenic Waterville Valley, New Hampshire!
Join them for an unforgettable trail running experience with events for every level. Test your limits with their demanding 50K, a formidable journey boasting 7,700 feet of climbing around iconic 4,000 foot peaks, or choose the classic 23K course through the oldest maintained trail network in the United States.
They also offer a beautiful 4 mile tour of White Mountain forests and streams with no road, and a delightful 1 mile Bear Cub Fun Run for the whole family! All four courses start and finish near the Waterville Valley Town Square, and promise stunning views, finisher's medals, post-race snacks, and the spirit of mountain running.
RACE DAY START TIMES
6:00AM 50K Start
8:00AM 23K Start
10:00AM 4 Mile Start
11:00AM 1 Mile Start
Black Bear 50K
Embark on a 50-kilometer journey with us around the 4000 foot peaks surrounding Waterville Valley. The course starts near Town Square, covering a total of 7,700 feet of cumulative elevation gain as it climbs Snow's Mountain, East Osceola, Osceola, and Tecumseh, before sending it back to Town Square for a hero's welcome. Racers will be supported with multiple aid stations along the way. THIS IS NO SMALL FEAT!
Black Bear 23K
Race along the 23K course that participants on the oldest maintained trail network in the US. Starting and finishing in the picturesque Town Square, the route rolls along the valley floor and into the hills as you travel in the shadows of the towering 4,000 foot peaks of Tecumseh, the Osceolas, and the Tripyramids. The course features three aid stations with hydration and nutrition.
Black Bear 4 MILER
Four scenic trails miles and 600 feet of climbing on singletrack and doubletrack through White Mountain forests and streams around the valley floor.
The Bear Cub Fun Run
The whole family, including Grandma and Grandpa, will enjoy the scenic 1-mile Bear Cub Fun Run!
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
Mandatory equipment is required for 50K participants at the Black Bear Trail Races. Mountain weather is subject to extreme changes and a large portion of the course over the mountain is fully exposed to the elements. Be responsible. You will be disqualified if you do not carry the mandatory gear listed below and it will be checked upon bib pickup on race morning.
Gear list:
Headlamp
Extra batteries
Ability to carry 1 liter of water
1 liter of water at start
Course map
Phone with service
Raincoat if rain is forecasted
Please note this event is cupless and you will need to bring your own hydration system (bottle/cup/vest/etc.). The aid stations will not have any disposable cups for participants. This is in an effort to reduce waste at the event. You can purchase your own reusable cup through the "Store" tab.
VOLUNTEERING
We appreciate our volunteers! Join us in providing an awesome experience! For many, volunteering is rewarding in its own right and a great way to give back to the running community. For others, it is a way to see things from the other side of the table, and learn a lot about running races before jumping into them. All volunteers earn race credits toward any future Aravaipa event. Register for an available shift for the Black Bear Trail Races.
Live Music in Town Square
LIVE MUSIC IN TOWN SQUARE
Swing by Town Square to listen to some warm season tunes coming from the Town Square Gazebo. Enjoy music from the beach, courtyard, or while boating on Corcoran Pond! Presented by Waterville Valley Resort
6-9pm | Dan Bartenstein
Freestyle Wine Dinner
FREESTYLE WINE DINNER
Friday, August 29, 2025 - Freestyle Lounge, Base Lodge
Wine Pairings from Alexander Valley Vineyards - 4 Courses, 4 Wines, 1 Great Deal!
Ages 21+ Only!
When the sun lingers late and the mountains hum with summer energy, the Freestyle Lounge becomes your alpine escape. Warm twilight filters through the peaks as you dive into a multi-course menu paired with daring, soulful wines. Each pour captures the spirit of the season—lush, vibrant, and a little wild—while flavors dance between earthy mountain notes and bright summer harvests. This is a classy, slightly offbeat evening where nature, flavor, and freestyle energy collide, featuring wine pairings from Alexander Valley Vineyards. Tickets are limited, buy now!
MENU
Appetizer
Sweet Thai Chile & Tamari Glazed Pork Belly: served on Hawaiian rolls
Alexander Valley Vineyards Gewürz: aromatic floral, spicy nose - bright, clean fruit flavors, nice acidity
Salad
Watermelon with Arugula, Goat Cheese, & Candied Walnuts
Alexander Valley Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc: bright, crisp, and un-oaked - tropical fruits balanced by citrus
Main Course
Baby Back Ribs & One Quarter Chicken Grilled with a Memphis Red Barbecue Sauce: served with corn on the cob & roasted tri-color fingerling potatoes
Alexander Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon: loads of dark, spicy fruit - plush, supple tannins
Dessert
Mascarpone Summer Berry Tort: with chocolate truffles
Alexander Valley Vineyards Zinfandel: dark fruits, brown sugar, and warm spices
Cornhole Tournament
Cornhole Tournament
EVERY Friday | 3:00PM | JUNE 27 - August 29
Classic backyard vibes meet mountain town energy. Weekly Cornhole tournaments are now sponsored by Olde Waterville Pizza Co.! All participants will receive a 20% discount on food items purchased.
Meet at the field between Ice Arena & Corcoran Pond
PART OF THE SUMMER UNPLUGGED SERIES
COST: FREE WITH THE FREEDOM PASS or $5 per person (Cash not accepted—Payment via Eventbrite, PayPal or Venmo only)
DATE: August 29th, 2025
TIME: 3:00pm
LOCATION: Field between Ice Arena & Corcoran Pond
OLDE WATERVILLE PIZZA CO. SERVING THE VALLEY SINCE 1989
Sip N' Paint
Sip n’ Paint
Select Thursdays | 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Paint, sip, and relax. A rotating lineup of local restaurants hosts this beloved artistic escape. Come solo, bring friends, and raise a glass to your inner Picasso.
Tickets Online | Ages 21+ for alcohol | All supplies included!
PART OF THE SUMMER UNPLUGGED SERIES
DATE: August 28, 2025
TIME: 6:00pm-8:00pm
LOCATION: Kalki Indian Cuisine
COST: $40 (Advance Tickets Required)
Tie-Dye by the Pond
TIE-DYE BY THE POND
EVERY THURSDAY | 1:00pM-3:00PM | JUNE 26 - August 28
Create wearable art surrounded by mountain views. Bring you own white tee or snag one at Dreams and Visions, Jugtown Country Store, or Sport Thoma. T-Shirts are NOT provided! Supplies limited, first-come first-served.
Meet at the field between Ice Arena & Corcoran Pond
PART OF THE SUMMER UNPLUGGED SERIES
COST: FREE WITH THE FREEDOM PASS or $15 per person (Cash not accepted—Payment via Eventbrite, PayPal or Venmo only)
DATE: August 28th, 2025
TIME: 1:00pm-3:00pm
LOCATION: Field between Ice Arena & Corcoran Pond
Woodland Fairyhouse Building
WOODLAND FAIRY HOUSE BUILDING
EVERY THURSDAY | 10:00AM-12:00PM | JUNE 26 - August 28
Let your child's imagination run wild as they craft tiny woodland dwellings in a shaded forest. Natural materials, gentle guidance, and magical vibes included. Free with the Freedom Pass or $5 per person.
Meet at the Rey Center Community Garden! Please do not leave children unattended. Supplies limited, first-come first-served.
PART OF THE SUMMER UNPLUGGED SERIES
COST: FREE WITH THE FREEDOM PASS or $5 per person (Cash not accepted—Payment via Eventbrite, PayPal or Venmo only)
DATE: August 28th, 2025
TIME: 10:00am-12:00pm
LOCATION: The Rey Center Community Garden
Animal Encounter Series: Animals with Bad Reputations
ANIMAL ENCOUNTER SERIES:
Animals with Bad Reputations
IN LOWER LEVEL OF TOWN SQUARE
Join us in Town Square for the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Animal Encounter Series! Live animal presentations will be shown by expert naturalists. Native wildlife ambassadors will inform and inspire children, adults, and families alike. Animal Encounter Events take place every Sunday (and select Mondays) this summer, beginning at 10am under the tent.
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Time: 10-11am
Sunday Morning Church Chair
SUNDAY MORNING CHURCH CHAIR
CATCH THE CHURCH CHAIR WITH US ON SNOW’S MOUNTAIN FOR A MOUNTAIN-TOP NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH SERVICE!
Guests will load the chair between 8:30am-8:50am and the service will begin once the last guest arrives at the summit (9am). Guests will then have the option to ride the lift down or hike down after the service.
The chairlift ride is complimentary for this church service.
Live Music in Town Square
LIVE MUSIC IN TOWN SQUARE
Swing by Town Square to listen to some warm season tunes coming from the Town Square Gazebo. Enjoy music from the beach, courtyard, or while boating on Corcoran Pond! Presented by Waterville Valley Resort
6-9pm | Pickleback jack
Historical Trolley Tours
HOSTED BY THE WATERVILLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Learn about the history of the Valley on our weekly trolley tours. Every Saturday and Sunday tours will leave at 10am from the Town Square trolley stop throughout the summer!
Historical Trolley Tours are free, no reservations required!
Tour Time: 10-11am
Live Music in Town Square
LIVE MUSIC IN TOWN SQUARE
Swing by Town Square to listen to some warm season tunes coming from the Town Square Gazebo. Enjoy music from the beach, courtyard, or while boating on Corcoran Pond! Presented by Waterville Valley Resort
6-9pm | bryan conway
*Canceled* Twilight S'mores
TWILIGHT S’MORES
EVERY Friday | 5:00PM-7:00pm | July 11 - August 29
Kick off your weekend with stories by the fire and marshmallows on a stick. The perfect way to wind down with your friends and family. Supplies limited, first-come first-served. S’more kits available at Jugtown Country Store.
Located at Corcoran Pond Beach
PART OF THE SUMMER UNPLUGGED SERIES
COST: FREE
DATE: August 22nd, 2025
TIME: 5:00pm-7:00pm
LOCATION: Corcoran Pond Beach
Cornhole Tournament
Cornhole Tournament
EVERY Friday | 3:00PM | JUNE 27 - August 29
Classic backyard vibes meet mountain town energy. Weekly Cornhole tournaments are now sponsored by Olde Waterville Pizza Co.! All participants will receive a 20% discount on food items purchased.
Meet at the field between Ice Arena & Corcoran Pond
PART OF THE SUMMER UNPLUGGED SERIES
COST: FREE WITH THE FREEDOM PASS or $5 per person (Cash not accepted—Payment via Eventbrite, PayPal or Venmo only)
DATE: August 22nd, 2025
TIME: 3:00pm
LOCATION: Field between Ice Arena & Corcoran Pond
OLDE WATERVILLE PIZZA CO. SERVING THE VALLEY SINCE 1989