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ALPINE & CROSS COUNTRY SKIING 

September

12 Keys to the Castle: Sprint Rollerski Race. 9am: long & short courses. Qualifiers & finals. Also, skills zone. NYSEF & ORDA. Mt Van Hoevenberg, Lake Placid. skireg.com.

13 19th Climb to the Castle: Uphill Rollerski Race. 8am w/wave starts. Freestyle. 9K open & 5K short course. NYSEF & ORDA. Whiteface Toll Road, Wilmington. skireg.com.

October

2-4 Pico Ski Club Annual Swap & Sale. Fri: 5-8pm, Sat: 9am-4pm, Sun: 9am-12pm. Annual swap benefiting the Pico Ski Club & its racing programs. New/used skis, snowboards, clothing & more. Consignments welcome, see website for details. Pico Mtn Base Lodge, Mendon, VT. killington.com.

16-17 Cambridge Area Rotary Winter Sports Sale. Fri: 6-8pm. Sat: 9am-2pm. Find new-to-you winter/ski/snowboard gear or consign your old items. Sale supports Cambridge Area Rotary Winter Wellness Days & getting schoolkids out on the slopes. Cambridge Community Center, Jeffersonville, VT. rotarycambridge.org.

21 Fall Ski Career Exploration Event. 8:30am-2pm. Gunstock Mountain, Gunstock, NH. thepipelineproject.ski/events.

23 Fall Ski Career Exploration Event. 8:30am-2pm. Killington Mountain Resort, Killington, VT. thepipelineproject.ski/events.

24-25 62nd Northeast Winter Expo. Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4. Alpine skiing, snowboarding, XC skiing, Nordic sports, snowshoeing, recreation, health, fitness, travel. 200 exhibitors & 10,000 attendees expected. The longest-running ski show in the US! Saratoga Springs City Center, Saratoga Springs, NY. northeastwinterexpo.com. 

November

1 Mt. Greylock Hill Climb – Rollerski Race. 10am. A Classic hill climb offering a safe, challenging & fun race up one of New England’s most iconic climbs. The finale to the training season before the snow falls across New England! Mt Greylock, Lanesborough, MA. nensa.net.

1 Rikert Open House. 10am. Come visit us on the eve of the new ski season w/season pass sales, new merch & more! Rikert Outdoor Center, Ripton, VT. rikertoutdoor.com.

21 The Big Kicker. 5-9pm. An evening packed w/live music, a rail jam, bonfires, food, drinks & mountain stoke to celebrate the start of ski & snowboard season. Mt Ellen, Sugarbush Resort, Waitsfield, VT. sugarbush.com.

December

11 Scheduled Opening Day at Pico Mountain. Winter is almost here. Join us at Pico Mountain for our first day of skiing & riding for winter 2026/27! Pico Mtn, Mendon, VT. picomtn.com. 

13 Cochran’s Opening Day. 9am-4pm. Get the hill set up for the season! Cochran’s Ski Area, Richmond, VT. cochranskiarea.com.

19 Mt. Ellen Opening Day. All day. Weather permitting, lifts will start spinning & the mountain will be open for all your early-season laps. Mt Ellen, Sugarbush Resort, Waitsfield, VT. sugarbush.com.

31 New Year’s Eve Lantern Ski. 4:30-7pm. Ring in the New Year w/a jolly relay race, holiday treats & festivities. Bring your Christmas sweaters! Rikert Outdoor Center, Ripton, VT. rikertoutdoor.com.

BICYCLING: ROAD & OFF-ROAD

Ongoing

Wed Weekly Cyclocross Race Series. 5:30-6:30pm. Fun, relaxed races for all skill levels w/participation-based end-of-season awards. Catamount Outdoor, Williston, VT. catamountoutdoor.org.

Wed Slow Rollers Social Bike Rides. 6pm. Explore your neighborhoods & the TAM & meet new people on a casually-paced social bike ride! Little Seed Coffee Roasters, Middlebury, VT. frontporchforum.com.

Daily Green Mountain Bicycle Club. Touring, gravel, racing, training. Chittenden County, VT. Schedule: thegmbc.com.

September

12 21st Kelly Brush Ride. 7am-4pm. Scenic supported road routes or 30M gravel route for experienced and new riders. Fun fundraiser for Kelly Brush Foundation to help make active lives possible for people with spinal cord injuries and to improve safety for ski racers on course. Alumni Stadium, Middlebury College, Middlebury, VT. kellybrushfoundation.org.

12 TriQuest Gravel Tri. 8am. Swim 1M, bike 28M, run 7.7M w/course options: Individual, Aquabike, Duathlon & 2-3 Person Relay. Sprint distance also available. Legendary After-Party w/music by Sammy B! Camp Plymouth State Park, Ludlow, VT. runsignup.com.

12 Strider Bike Race. 9:30am. A race for the littlest riders with the biggest energy. Register in person day of. Bolton Valley Resort, Bolton, VT. boltonvalley.com.

12 2nd Pedal for Prevention Gravel Bike Ride. 20M, 30M, 45M. Best gravel, cold IPA, & performance socks. Benefits American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Frost Beer Works, Hinesburg, VT. bikereg.com.

12-13   Handlebarley Gravel Weekend. Sat. 9am (main event): 43M supported road/gravel ride. Post-ride pizza, beer, music. Sun, 10am: 20M ride to Elk Lake Lodge. Ride one day or both. Paradox Brewery, North Hudson, NY. bikeadirondacks.com.

13 Tour de Taste. 10am. A pedaling picnic through the Connecticut River Valley w/vibrant foliage. 6.9, 21.1 & 30.7M options. Samuel Morey Elementary School, Fairlee, VT. 

18-21 Radical Adventure Riders Northeast Autumn Retreat. A long weekend full of workshops, group rides, shared meals, bonfire stories, community building, bike skills, and joy for FTWNB (femme, trans, women, and non-binary) folks. Central-Southern VT, specific location upon registration. rarnar.org.

19 VMBA Season S’ender. Celebrate the season & recognize VMBA members. Guided group rides, Endless Brooke Race, vendor village, free clinics, food & more. Fairground Trailhead, Slate Valley Trails, Poultney, VT. vmba.org.

19 ACORN’s Tour de Farms. Enjoy beautiful views & back roads while visiting local farms in Middlebury, Weybridge, Cornwall & Salisbury & tasting signature foods. 37M & 11M ride options. Middlebury Rec Field, Middlebury, VT. acornvt.org. 

19 Vermont Youth Cycling Race #4. 10am. Enduro format race w/3 timed segments (4 for the Cat A riders). Mt Peg, Woodstock, VT. vtyouthcycling.org.

19 No Pain, No Chain. 10am-4pm. A chainless downhill race that challenges riders to rely entirely on momentum and technique. Stratton Mtn Resort, VT. stratton.com.

25-27 Adirondack Foothill 3 Day Getaway. Guided riding, gourmet food, and unique farm experiences hosted by Farm to Fork Fitness Adventures. Saratoga & Warren Counties, NY. farmtoforkfitness.com.

26 15th Annual Hungry Lion Bike Tour. Enjoy the foliage on quiet backroads! Featuring the signature 35M road ride & 75M, 50M & 5.5M road ride options. Also, a 25M Gravel Grinder. Plus, 5M & 2.25M hiking routes. Bountiful rest stops & sag support. Post-ride band & BBQ. Presented by Deerfield Valley Lions & raises funds to support local families facing food insecurity. Town Hill, Whitingham, VT. hungrylionbiketour.com.

26 Bike the Barns. 9am. 25-30M supported rides visiting local farms, food/drink, music. NY’s Champlain Valley. bikeadirondacks.com.

26 2026 Fall Fundo. Old Spokes Home’s annual fundraising ride w/4 different route options, an after party at the shop, raffle prizes & more. All funds raised go towards continuing the nonprofit mission of Old Spokes Home - removing barriers to make bikes work for everyone. Enjoy a gorgeous autumn ride and support equitable bike access for all. Old Spokes Home, Burlington, VT. oldspokeshome.com.

28-1 6th Annual KBF aMTB Camp. 3 days of riding, learning & community for first-time or experienced aMTBers. Applications due Aug 12. Northeast Kingdom, VT. kbf.org.

October

1 Race Back to School. 3:15-5:30pm. An annual fundraising challenge for local schools that encourages runners & bikers of all ages & abilities to come out for a day of friendly competition. The Inn at Mountain View Farm, East Burke, VT. kingdomtrails.org.

2-4 WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series Finals: Lake Placid. Series finale in downhill: Whiteface, Wilmington. Series finale in cross country: Mt Van Hoevenberg, Lake Placid. Athlete meet & greets, vendor village, food. Plus, The Grind Junior XC MTB Race on Fri. lakeplaciduci.com. 

3 Gorey Hollows VIII: The Hollow Heart. Scenic but gnarly Class IV riding & climbing. 4 distances plus a “just hanging out” option for non-riders. Poultney, VT. bikereg.com.

3 Greylock Go Around 50K MTB Race. 9am. Circumnavigate the highest point in Massachusetts: Mt Greylock. Proceeds support Thunderbolt Ski Runners’ stewardship of the MTB/ski trails around the Greylock Glen & Mt. Greylock. Greylock Glen Outdoor Center, Adams, MA. bikereg.com.

3 Vermont Rare Gravel Ride. 9:30am. Ride 45M w/4500ft of climbing & VT Class IV. Supports Vermont Rare, Rasopathies Network, CFC International & more, educating people on rare disease & improving lives of those living w/rare disease. Wild Wings Nordic Center, Peru, VT. vermontrare.org.

3 Fly to Pie. 11:30am. Running and Biking event. Largely dirt roads through "the gut" of the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. 26.2M, 17M. 13.5M, and 6.2M options. Fall Foliage Season. Coventry Airport, Coventry, VT. kingdomgames.co.

4 Saint Michael’s College Youth Triathlon. 8am. 6-13 year olds swim, pedal & run through campus, supporting the Saint Michael’s Nordic Ski Team & promoting the multi-sport lifestyle in VT. No experience necessary. Fun & medals for all. Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, VT. raceentry.com.

9-11 Adirondack Fall Women’s Weekend. 15-30M supported rides. Meals, lodging, more. Schroon Lake Assn. Lodge at Schroon Lake, Schroon Lake, NY. bikeadirondacks.com.

10-11 Bikeatoga’s 4th Saratoga Foliage Ride. Six scenic rides on scenic, low-traffic routes: 30M/50M/75M. Catered lunch, downtown happy hour, restaurants & store discount, hotel deals. Saratoga Springs. saratogafoliageride.com.

10 Grateful XC MTB Race & Community Event. 10M of pure singletrack bliss per lap. Race one lap or two or ride the untimed “party lap”. Live music, local food, post-race activities. In honor of Anthony Moccia, proceeds will support the Halo Foundation & Little Bellas. Memphremagog Trails, Newport, VT. bikereg.com.

10 15th Annual Leaf Blower Fall Classic. 8am. Group rides for all levels and types of riders. Plus, food trucks, beer from The Alchemist, live music & more. FUNdraiser for Stowe Trails Partnership. Strawberry Hill Farm, Stowe, VT. stowetrails.org.

10 Vermont Youth Cycling Race #5. 10am. This event is being hosted the same weekend as GMCX & we hope families will stay & give cyclocross a try! Camping available on-site. Catamount Outdoor Family Center, Williston, VT. vtyouthcycling.org.

10 Richard Tom Foundation Annual Fall Gravel Ride. A celebration of the cycling season w/40 & 50M unsupported group rides. Post-ride grilling. Cochran’s Ski Area, Richmond, VT. richardtomfoundation.com.

11 5th Green Mtn Cyclocross. 8am-5pm. Racing on Sun, 10/11 & 2 free skills clinics on Sat, 10/10. Proceeds support GMCX development race team, Catamount’s youth programs & other local youth cycling organizations. Catamount Outdoor Family Center, Williston, VT. catamountoutdoor.org. 

11 Best Whip 2026. 1-2pm. Celebrate the bike park closing weekend at Burke Mountain. Sherburne Base Area, East Burke, VT. skiburke.com.

17 CircumVictory. Marathon (XCM) MTB race or XC MTB Challenge on cool singletrack and remote logging trails for hardcore racers and recreational riders alike. XCM completes 2 laps totaling 36M & XC completes 1 lap totaling 18M. All entry fees reinvested into trail maintenance by non-profit Victory Hill Trail Club. Great food & merch. Just added: new CircumVictory Trail Run! Victory Hill Trail Club, Victory, VT. bikereg.com.

17 Saranac Lake Backcountry 3P Multisport Race. 9am. 5-stage race: Bike, trail run, bike, paddle, bike. Starting & finishing at Charlie’s Inn w/an afterparty & awards. Charlie’s Inn, Lake Clear, NY. saranaclake3p.org.

18 Vermont Youth Cycling Race #6. 10am. Final VTYC race of 2026 season. Fun trails w/a bit of climbing & great descents. Craftsbury Outdoor Center, Craftsbury Common, VT. vtyouthcycling.org.

November

1 MHCC Gravel Goblin. 56M 9am, 40M 9:30am & 30M 10am gravel routes. Benefits Regional Food Bank. A Mohawk Hudson Cycling Club event. All welcome. S&S Farm Brewery, Nassau. bikereg.com.

7 35th Annual West Hill Shop Cyclocross Race. All day, first race at 8:30am. Featuring fast and flowing woods sections, and an infamous run-up. The final stop of the RVCX series. West Hill Shop, Putney, VT. bikereg.com.

8 The Dirt. 10am. 19M and 31M rides, no podium, no timing, just riding a bike (with food to follow). End of season ride supporting the Vermont Food Bank. Bicycle Express, Waterbury, VT. bikeexpressvt.com.

8 12th Keene Pumpkin Cross. Wildly popular course with a paved starting grid, run-ups, sand, barriers, woods loop single track section, and fast flowy sections. Proceeds benefit Keene High School Nordic Ski Team. Surry Mountain Recreation Area, Surrey, NH. bikereg.com.

HEALTH & FITNESS

September

19 Step Into Your Breath. 9-11am. Workshop w/Nicole Carpenter of The Breath & Balance. Practice ways to walk as a respiratory strength practice & breathing meditation. Catamount Outdoor Family Center, Williston, VT. catamountoutdoor.org. 

20 Mountaintop Hike & Yoga. 8am-11am. Guided adventure for all levels. Slow down, move your body & connect w/nature. Bolton Valley Resort, Richmond, VT. boltonvalley.com.

HIKING, CLIMBING & EDUCATION

Ongoing

Daily Green Mountain Club. Free & low-cost workshops, guided hikes & outings to build skills, confidence & community. Programming across VT. greenmountainclub.org.

September

19 Long Trail Day. Green Mtn Club Community Fundraiser & hike-a-thon for the trails. Register as an individual or team. State-wide. greenmountainclub.org.

20 Mountaintop Hike and Yoga. 8am. A guided mountain adventure that combines hiking, yoga, and VT views. Bolton Valley Resort, Bolton, VT. boltonvalley.com

25-27 8th Annual Vermont Climbing Festival. Features clinics, comps, speakers, music, climbing & community. 100% of proceeds support CRAG-VT’s work to protect, preserve, and secure sustainable access to VT climbing. Basecamp at Farr’s Field, Waterbury, VT. vermontclimbingfestival.com. 

October

3 Crimps on the Barbie. Annual community bouldering comp for all ages, skill levels & abilities. BBQ & yard games. MetroRock, Essex Junction, VT. vt.metrorock.com.

11 The North Face Tails and Trails Hike. 9am. Guided hike on a lower mountain loop w/other dog owners & four-legged friends. No dog? No problem! The North Face Summit Shop, Stratton Mtn, VT. stratton.com.

23-26 Everest at Stratton – 29029. You have 36 hours to climb the mountain as much as you can. Take the gondola down. Repeat. 1.3 miles per hike w/1,750 feet elevation gain. Summit Stratton 17 times and you’ve climbed the equivalent of Mt. Everest. 29029. Stratton Mtn, VT. stratton.com.

November

21-22 Wilderness First Aid. 16 hour, hands-on course to prepare for backcountry medical emergencies. Focus on prevention, recognition & treatment. Green Mtn Club, Waterbury Center, VT. greenmountainclub.org.

December

31 New Years Eve Firework Hike. 7pm. Ring in the new year from mid-mountain to take in the best views of a spectacular fireworks display. Fire & hot chocolate to follow. Stratton Mtn, VT. stratton.com.

MULTISPORT & SWIMMING

September

12 TriQuest Gravel Tri. 8am. Swim 1M, bike 28M, run 7.7M w/course options: Individual, Aquabike, Duathlon & 2-3 Person Relay. Sprint distance also available. Legendary After-Party w/music by Sammy B! Camp Plymouth State Park, Ludlow, VT. runsignup.com.

19-20 Spartan Race. Attempt a 5K, 21K, or 50K obstacle course in “Joe’s backyard,” where Spartan Race was born. Bear Mountain Base Area, Killington, VT. spartan.com.

25-27 Great Adirondack Race at the Notch. Weekend of challenges testing physical & mental skills. Teams of 3 or 4 will compete in seven challenges across three days. Camp Little Notch, Fort Ann, NY. camplittlenotch.org.

October

3 IronPooch. 10am. Trail races, canicross races, and obstacle course races for dog-owners to run (or walk!) with their best friends. For amateurs and experienced athletes alike. Bolton Valley Resort, Richmond, VT. ironpooch.com.

4 Saint Michael’s College Youth Triathlon. 8am. 6-13 year olds swim, pedal & run through campus, supporting the Saint Michael’s Nordic Ski Team & promoting the multi-sport lifestyle in VT. No experience necessary. Fun & medals for all. Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, VT. raceentry.com.

17 Saranac Lake Backcountry 3P Multisport Race. 9am. 5-stage race: Bike, trail run, bike, paddle, bike. Starting & finishing at Charlie’s Inn w/an afterparty & awards. Charlie’s Inn, Lake Clear, NY. saranaclake3p.org.

PADDLING & ROWING

September

19-20 West River Whitewater Release Weekend. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers releases Ball Mountain Dam twice a year. These controlled releases create whitewater conditions on the West River. Jamaica State Park, Jamaica, VT. vtpaddlers.net.

October

17 North Branch Piscataquog Release. 8am. Horace Lake Dam release creating a 7+ mile, class III-III+ combination of technical drops, swiftly moving water and flat water through woods and scenic countryside. Horace Lake Dam, Weare, NH. vtpaddlers.net.

RECREATION & OTHER EVENTS

Ongoing

Tue Brandon Gap: Trailwork Day. 1pm. Meeting every Tue through Oct, as needed. Bring water, food, gloves & appropriate footwear. Extra PPE & tools available. Long Trail Lot on Brandon Gap, Hancock, VT. ridgelineoutdoorcollective.org.

Sat Weekly Bird Walk. 8-10am. Borrow binoculars or bring your own. Rock Point Center, Burlington, VT. rockpointvt.org.

September

17-20 Discraft’s Green Mountain Championship. A premier tournament held on world‑class Brewster Ridge and Fox Run Meadows courses. Brings top professional & elite disc golfers to VT’s Green Mtns for intense competition & spectator excitement. Smugglers’ Notch Outdoor Center, Jeffersonville, VT. smuggs.com.

20 Wildlife Festival at Mount Snow. 10am-4pm. The Vermont Museum of Natural History will host guided nature walks, food vendors, kids' activities, scenic chairlift rides & more! Mount Snow Resort, West Dover, VT. mountsnow.com.

26 Forest Festival. 10am-4pm. Take a carriage ride through the park & learn about sustainable & historic forestry practices. All programs are free. Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Park, Woodstock, VT. nps.gov.

26 Fall Foliage Lift Rides. 11am-4pm. Hop on the Green Chair to Sunshine Corner to enjoy food, beverages & breathtaking views of the Southern Greens! Live music sponsored by the Bank of Bennington. Also on 10/3, 10/10 & 10/11. Magic Mtn, Londonderry, VT. magicmtn.com.

October

1 Film Screening: Best Day Ever. 7pm. Best Day Ever follows the stories of Vermont adaptive mountain bikers Greg Durso and Allie Bianchi as they navigate the relentless challenges of their disabilities and embrace the tremendous support, friendship, and joy they find in their rural Vermont riding community. Admission is free, donations accepted to help develop accessible mountain bike trails in Bristol! Holley Hall, Bristol, VT. discoverbristolvt.com.

2-4 Pico Ski Club Annual Swap & Sale. Fri: 5-8pm, Sat: 9am-4pm, Sun: 9am-12pm. Annual swap benefiting the Pico Ski Club & its racing programs. New/used skis, snowboards, clothing & more. Consignments welcome, see website for details. Pico Mountain Base Lodge, Mendon, VT. killington.com.

3 Pepsi Mountain Clean-Up. 9-4pm. Come clean-up upper mountain locations, lunch and live music included. Killington Resort, Killington, VT. killington.com.

10 5th Annual Fall Classic Trilogy Disc Golf Challenge. Using only the discs provided, players compete in a fun, one-round tournament suitable for all skill levels. Expect a fun and challenging day of disc golf surrounded by Vermont's fall foliage. Sugarbush Resort, Warren, VT. sugarbush.com.

9-11 KSC Monster Ski & Bike Swap. Fri: 5-8pm, Sat: 9am-4pm, Sun: 9am-2pm. Need gear for this season? Or have gear you want to sell? Get great deals on ski/snowboard equipment & road/mountain bikes. Proceeds support KSC Scholarship Fund. Ramshead Lodge, Killington, VT. killington.com.

10 Harvest Faire. 10am-3pm. Come enjoy fall in the mountains w/amazing food, hayrides, fun & games for the whole family! All activities are free. Snowshed Base Area, Killington, VT. killington.com.

10-11 Smugglers’ Notch Ski & Snowboard Club Annual Sale. Families & winter enthusiasts can find affordable gear, consign quality equipment & get ready for the season while supporting the Smugglers’ Notch Ski & Snowboard Club. St. Michael’s College, Colchester, VT. smuggs.com.

16-17 Cambridge Area Rotary Winter Sports Sale. Fri: 6-8pm. Sat: 9am-2pm. Find new-to-you winter/ski/snowboard gear or consign your old items. Sale supports Cambridge Area Rotary Winter Wellness Days & getting schoolkids out on the slopes. Cambridge Community Center, Jeffersonville, VT. rotarycambridge.org.

17 17th Annual Bean & Brew Festival. 12-6pm. A celebration of New England’s finest craft beer, cider, & locally roasted coffee. Music, lawn games & more. Jay Peak Stateside Base Lodge, Jay, VT. jaypeakresort.com. 

24-25 62nd Northeast Winter Expo. Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4. Alpine skiing, snowboarding, XC skiing, Nordic sports, snowshoeing, recreation, health, fitness, travel. 200 exhibitors & 10,000 attendees expected. The longest-running ski show in the US! Saratoga Springs City Center, Saratoga Springs, NY. northeastwinterexpo.com. 

November

14 Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day. Join students across the country who are continuing the movement to end racism and unify our communities. rubybridges.foundation.

RUNNING & WALKING: ROAD/TRAIL/SNOWSHOE

Ongoing

Sun GMAA Sunday Group Run. 8am. Long run on backroads of Richmond, Huntington & Jericho. Beginner friendly, all welcome. Volunteers Green, Richmond, VT. gmaa.run.

Sun Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026. 2pm. 5-week run program for Pre-K-8th grade. Age-appropriate events & adaptive Challenger Division. Mt Anthony Union High School, Bennington, VT. runsignup.com.

September

12 Groton Forest Trail Run. 25K (9am) & 12K (9:30am) distance options on rugged, technical trails through Groton State Forest. Strong emphasis on fun, community support & excellent racing. Boulder Beach State Park, Groton, VT. onionriver.com. 

12 Sprouty Run/Walk. 9am. 5K run/walk & 10K race along the White River. Supports Farm-to-School program at Sharon Elementary School. Sharon, VT. thesprouty.wixsite.com.

12 Move Forward Together 5K for Suicide Awareness. 9am. Proceeds from the event support patient care and experience at the Brattleboro Retreat. Brattleboro Retreat, Brattleboro, VT. runsignup.com.

12 Brain Freezer 5K. 10am. Stop halfway to down a pint of VT-made ice cream. Plus, costume prizes. North Beach Park, Burlington, VT. runsignup.com. 

12 Springfield Dam Run. 4pm. Kids 0.5M Fun Run, Maniac Mile, Springfield Dam 5K. Food, ice cream & music. Springfield, VT. runsignup.com. 

13 6th AirPeyton Memorial 5K Run/Walk for Pediatric Cancer Awareness. 11am. In-person & virtual options. Lawn games, food trucks, & more. Montpelier High School, Montpelier, VT. airpeyton.org.

16 Sodom Pond Run. 6pm. 4 mile run. Adamant, VT. cvrunners.org. 

19 9th Miles for Migraine 5K Run. 9:30am. Also, 2M walk & relax (free). Benefits migraine & headache awareness, treatment & research. Veteran’s Memorial Park, So. Burlington, VT. btv.milesformigraine.org.

19 Champlain Bridge 5K. 10am. Scenic 5K XC race & 2M run/walk to raise awareness about online safety while encouraging personal connection and well-being w/the NYS Parks Wellness Challenge: “Get Offline, Get Outside”. Crown Point Historic Site, Crown Point, NY. runsignup.com.

20 The TAM Trek. 7:30am-12pm. 2M, 5K, 10K, 19M. A benefit event for the Middlebury Area Land Trust. Wright Park, Middlebury, VT. maltvt.org.

20 The Mountain Goat Trail Race. 8:30am. Picturesque 8.5M race w/1800ft of climbing up Mt Antone on trails & forest roads. Kids 1M fun run on the dirt road loop around the farm. Merck Forest Saphouse, Rupert, VT. mountaingoat.com.

20 16th Annual Trapp Cabin Trail Races. 9am. 5K run/walk, 10K, & Half Marathon. von Trapp Family Outdoor Center, Stowe, VT. greenmtnadaptive.org.

20 Island Vines 5K & 10K. 9am. 5K run/walk, 10K run & 0.5M kids fun run. Both races are out-and-back courses on West Shore Rd w/rolling hills. Great prizes, live music & food trucks to follow race. Snow Farm Vineyard, South Hero, VT. runvermont.org.

26 10th Annual Westmore Mountain Challenge. 5:15am. Marathon traversing 5 mountains in the NEK. Two timed distance options: Marathon & 20M. Non-timed 12.3M option also. East Charleston, VT. northwoodscenter.org.

26 GMAA Apple Harvest 10K. 9am. Beautiful, fast race on dirt & paved roads in Shelburne & Charlotte. Lake views, apple orchards & turn around at the covered bridge. Enjoy apple picking & more at Shelburne Orchards post-race. Shelburne Town Beach, Shelburne, VT. runsignup.com.

26 Silver Heist Run/Walk. 10am. Local history-filled 5K & Little Bandits Bolt. Orwell, VT. runsignup.org.

26 Cirque Series. All day. Cirque Series returns to Jay Peak with their high alpine sufferfest. 7.1M & 3,044 vertical feet. Event capped at 500 participants. Jay Peak Resort, Jay, VT. jaypeakresort.com.

26-27 Adirondack Marathon, Half Marathon, Relays, 10K & 5K. Kids run in Schroon Lake, NY & 5K & 10K in Chestertown, NY on Saturday. Marathon and Half in and around beautiful Schroon Lake on Sunday. 2 or 4 person relay team options for the marathon. Schroon Lake, NY. adirondackmarathon.org.

27 4th Annual Paine Mtn Trail Races. 10am. Run the Anchor Challenge 6K or Paine Mtn Summit 7.5M. Plus, two free youth fun runs. Both races are scenic, challenging & fundraisers for the Northfield Town Forest & Norwich University XC teams. Norwich Shaw Outdoor Center, Northfield, VT. norwich.edu.

27 48th Running of the Clarence DeMar Marathon. Full marathon: 7am. Half: 8am. Beautiful course through NH countryside. Pre-race pasta dinner & keynote speaker. Keene, NH. clarencedemar.com.

27 Shelburne Farms 5K. 8am. Race on gravel paths, wooded trails, fields, dirt roads. Shelburne Farms, Shelburne, VT. racevermont.com. 

27 Hope in Motion 1K & 5K Run/Walk. 9am. Supports Peer Recovery Center of Addison County. Middlebury, VT. runsignup.com.

27 Hit the Trail Vermont. 9am. Bike, run, or walk on the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail to support healthy ageing in Central Vermont! Timed 5K run/walk. Oxbow Park, Morrisville, VT. runsignup.com.

October

1 Film Screening: Best Day Ever. 7pm. Best Day Ever follows the stories of Vermont adaptive mountain bikers Greg Durso and Allie Bianchi as they navigate the relentless challenges of their disabilities and embrace the tremendous support, friendship, and joy they find in their rural Vermont riding community. Admission is free, donations accepted to help develop accessible mountain bike trails in Bristol. Holley Hall, Bristol, VT. discoverbristolvt.com.

1 Race Back to School. 3:15-5:30pm. An annual fundraising challenge for local schools that encourages runners & bikers of all ages & abilities to come out for a day of friendly competition. The Inn at Mountain View Farm, East Burke, VT. kingdomtrails.org.

1 Teva Trailpeak Shoe Demo. 4:30-6:30pm. Be among the very first to test out Teva’s newest entry into performance trail running: the Trailpeak. An open-house-style shoe demo & community trail gathering. Hosted by OGE & Teva at Catamount Outdoor Family Center, Williston, VT. catamountaoutdoor.org.

3 Buck 50! 50K adventure race across five Lake George peaks. 9,000’ elevation gain. 6:30am. Start/finish: Buck Mountain. Post-race BBQ. A Mountain Dog Running event. Camp Chingachgook, Kattskill Bay. ultrasignup.com.

3 CLTA 5K in Memoriam of Major General KO Sanborn. 10am. Chris Lewit Tennis Academy, Manchester, VT. runsignup.com.

3 IronPooch. 10am. Trail races, canicross races, and obstacle course races for dog-owners to run (or walk!) with their best friends. For amateurs and experienced athletes alike. Bolton Valley Resort, Richmond, VT. ironpooch.com.

3 Elmore Mountain 10K. 10am. Starts at the Elmore fire station and uses trails within Elmore State Park. Benefits the Mansfield Backcountry Alliance. Elmore State Park, Elmore, VT. catamounttrail.org.

3 Fly to Pie. 11:30am. Running and Biking event. Largely dirt roads through "the gut" of the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. 26.2M, 17M. 13.5M, and 6.2M options. Fall foliage Season. Coventry Airport, Coventry, VT. kingdomgames.co.

3 Nathan Suter Memorial 1M Fun Run. 2pm. All ages and abilities are welcome. Entry fees will support MRPS PIE. Vermont State House, Montpelier, VT. montpelierfallfestival.com.

4 Saint Michael’s College Youth Triathlon. 8am. 6-13 year olds swim, pedal & run through campus, supporting the Saint Michael’s Nordic Ski Team & promoting the multi-sport lifestyle in VT. No experience necessary. Fun & medals for all. Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, VT. raceentry.com.

4 Leaf Peepers Half Marathon & 5K. 9am. Since 1984! Mostly dirt road route through Waterbury & along Winooski River w/optimal fall scenery. VT State Horseshoe Facility Lawn, Waterbury, VT. leafpeepershalfmarathon.org.

4 Steps For Social Change Races. 9am. 5K, 10K & 1K Kids Fun Run celebrating Steps’ transformative work with youth and families. Oakledge Park, Burlington, VT. runsignup.com.

10 Cider Donut Dash 5k. 9am. Kick off fall w/a fun, family-friendly 5K run/walk through scenic paths & pastures at Billings Farm & Museum. Live music on course & cider donut at finish. Awards for top finishers & best costumes. Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, VT. runsignup.com.

10 Vermont PANS/PANDAS 5K Run/Walk. 10am. Raising awareness for an autoimmune disorder affecting children & young adults. Burlington Surf Club, Burlington, VT. runsignup.com.

10 Devil’s Den Ultra. Rugged 10K loop w/1,600ft of climbing per loop. Complete one loop or run for 12hrs or 30hrs. Wright’s Mtn, Bradford, VT. racemozey.com.

10 Downriver Rail Run. 10K. Point to Point downhill run along the Northern Rail Trail. Lovely and fast and no vehicles to mess with. Lebanon, NH. uppervalleyrunningclub.org.

11 Mohawk Hudson River Marathon & Half Marathon. Registration opens 2/2. Beautiful, fast, award-winning courses. Point-to-point races w/complimentary bus transportation to start. 26.2M: Schenectady to Albany. 13.1M: Colonie to Albany, NY. mohawkhudsonmarathon.com. 

12 North Face Race to the Summit. 9:30am. 2.18M & 2003ft climb w/great foliage views. Top male & female win an Ikon Base pass. Stratton Mtn Resort, Stratton, VT. runsignup.com.

17 von Trapp Mountain Marathon. 8am. Full & half marathon distances amongst fall foliage. Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, VT. ironwoodadventureworks.com.

17 CircumVictory. New Trail Running Race! Plus, Marathon (XCM) MTB race or XC MTB Challenge. XCM 36M & XC 18M. Great food & merch. Victory Hill Trail Club, Victory, VT. bikereg.com.

17 Saranac Lake Backcountry 3P Multisport Race. 9am. 5-stage race: Bike, trail run, bike, paddle, bike. Starting & finishing at Charlie’s Inn w/an afterparty & awards. Charlie’s Inn, Lake Clear, NY. saranaclake3p.org.

18 Middlebury Maple Run. 9am. Vermont’s “sweetest races” w/amazing foliage views! Run the 5K, 10K or Half & get great swag, music & post-race breakfast. Free training program w/registration & post-race recovery services by Dr. Davida Murray. Middlebury, VT. middleburymaplerun.com.

18 Champlain Islands Marathon & Half Marathon. 8:30am. Beautiful flat to rolling terrain on west shore of South Hero & Grand Isle. Folsom Elementary School, South Hero, VT. gmaa.run.

18 21st Annual CHaD HERO. 9am. Half, 5K run/walk, or 1M Fun Run. Volunteer positions & virtual participation. Fundraiser for life-changing programs & servicCirs at Dartmouth Health Children's and the CHaD Hitchcock Medical Center. Dartmouth College Green, Hanover, NH. getinvolved.dartmouth-hitchcock.org

18 Heady Trotter 4M. 10am. Food, music & beer. Adaptive division & virtual option. The Alchemist Brewery, Stowe, VT. runsignup.com.

24 Union Bank Field House Fall Half Marathon & 5K/10K. 8am/9am. Beautiful route on dirt/back roads. Shelburne Field House, Shelburne, VT. racevermont.com. 

24-25 62nd Northeast Winter Expo. Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4. Alpine skiing, snowboarding, XC skiing, Nordic sports, snowshoeing, recreation, health, fitness, travel. 200 exhibitors & 10,000 attendees expected. The longest-running ski show in the US! Saratoga Springs City Center, Saratoga Springs, NY. northeastwinterexpo.com. 

25 UltraTrax Burke Mountain. 7am. Trek up Burke Mtn on forest single-track, old logging roads & rocky ridgelines. 7, 14, 21, 28M options. Optional weight vest or ruck. Burke Mtn, East Burke, VT. trifind.com. 

25 GMAA Ghostly Gallop Trail 5K. 9:30am. Wear your best running costume! Enjoy crisp fall weather along the picturesque course, then stick around for post-race refreshments. Arrowhead Golf Course, Milton, VT. gmaa.run.

25 22nd Hairy Gorilla Half Marathon & Squirrelly Six Mile. 9:30am. Kids’ 1/2M Gorilla Chase. Costumes encouraged. An AREEP event. Thacher Park, Voorheesville. areep.com.

25 Sarah Ramsey Strong 5K. 10am. Scenic race along Burlington Bike Path. Proceeds support student scholarships and programs at Champlain College in memory of Sarah Ramsey, Champlain College ‘12. Switchback Brewing Co, Burlington, VT. sarahramseystrong.org.

25 Tiger Run. 10am. A friendly out and back 5K, all paved. A12K scenic loop, paved & dirt roads. Shaker Recreation Park, Enfield, NH. raceroster.com.

31 7th Moreau Half. 14.5M loop trail race. 8am. Post-race BBQ. A Mountain Dog Running event. Moreau Lake State Park, Gansevoort. ultrasignup.com. 

31 Autumn Onion 5K Costume Race. 9am. Race through downtown Montpelier in your best Halloween costume! Top finishers & costume contest winners win ORO gift cards. Montpelier, VT. runreg.com.

31-1 6th RUTFest. 6am. Richmond Ultra Trail Festival. A weekend devoted to running & hiking local trails with the community in a 36-hr “race” on two 3-4M loops w/gorgeous views- run/walk whenever you want. Catamount Outdoor Family Center, Williston, VT. richmondtrailrunningclub.com.

November

7 Fallen Leaves 5k Series Race 1. 8am. A flat and fast course on the track and accompanying bike path. Race 2 & 3 in the same location on 11/14 & 11/21. Montpelier High School Track, Montpelier, VT. cvrunners.org.

7 9th UCS Superhero 5K and Kids' Dash. 9am. A fun, family event benefiting Chickens for Change 

Bennington Recreation Center, Bennington, VT. ucsvt.org.

7 Steps for Strength. 1pm. 5k run/walk to benefit the National Eating Disorders Association. Vermont State Capitol, Montpelier, VT. trifind.com.

21 Mount Ascutney Vertical Backyard. 9am. A "Last Person Standing" event. Each hour participants will ascend (and descend) 1209 vertical feet via one of two routes. The race ends when there is only one person left. Ascutney Outdoors, Brownsville, VT. northeasttrailadventures.com.

21 Westford Turkey Trot - Run for the Rink. 10am. Scenic race to support children & families of Westford. This year’s race will help to purchase a new community ice rink! 3K, 10K & Tot Trot. Westford Elementary School, Westford, VT. runreg.com.

22 Hanover Turkey Trot 5K/10K. 12pm. A scenic, friendly, festive run through beautiful Hanover. Dartmouth Green, Hanover, NH. hanovernh.org.

26 Castleton Turkey Trot. 8am. A family-friendly 5K through historic Main St. and on the scenic D&H Rail Trail. Castleton, VT. ultrasignup.com.

26 Jeff RUN sonville Turkey Trot. 8am. 5K and 2K on the beautiful Cambridge Greenway Trail. Jeffersonville, VT. trifind.com.

26 30th Running of the Turkeys. Family friendly 5K at 9am. Kids run at 8:45am. Fisher Elementary School, Arlington, VT. bkvr.net.

26 Gobble Gobble Wobble 5K. 9am. Trot through the Village & Stratton's scenic backdrops during this annual family-friendly Thanksgiving race. Award for best costume! Stratton Village, VT. stratton.com.

26 Zack’s Place Turkey Trot. 10am. A joyful start to Thanksgiving & fundraiser for the programs at Zack’s Place. Live music & warm drinks. Woodstock Elementary School, Woodstock, VT. runsignup.com.