Schedule:

Friday, January 27, 2023

4:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m: Wine Tasting at The Wine Vault
Kicking off Winterfest's 12th year, come join us Day 1 at the Wine Vault for a great winter wine tasting of fantastic reds and winter whites.

5:30 p.m - 7:30 p.m: Family Skate Party Ice Jug Curling & Human Bowling at Anderson Park
Hello Waterbury We hope you are as excited for January 27th as we are because Winterfest is here To kick off our week of fun we will have many events all over town. We will be gliding around our outdoor rink starting our programming off with a family skate. We will have many other planned programs like: Ice Jug Curling, Human Bowling, and a nice warm hut with refreshments Our events start at 5:30pm for the evening and all activities will be wrapping up around 7:30pm. We ask that you bring your own skates. The building will be open with hot refreshments, bathroom availability and to warm up if needed We are so excited to be starting off our week with a bang and we look forward to seeing you all on opening day.

Saturday, January 28, 2023

9:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m: Broomball at Anderson Park
Broomball is similar to hockey but no skates needed Players wear their own boots/shoes. We provide the goals, sticks and balls. Helmets are recommended, but not required. Teams should be adults, children and co-ed mix. Team members of 8-10 are ideal with adult child and co-ed pairings. $50 cost per team.

Sunday, January 29, 2023

11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m: Fun Run at Brookside Elementary
Bring your kids, parents, friends, and/or favorite fur buddies to the FUN RUN of Waterbury Winterfest 2023
All contestants are welcome to compete by running or walking a village loop and find their distances between 0.5 and 5k.
Prizes will be awarded. Registration begins at 11:00 am, suggested donation $5, and Races start at noon.

12:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m: The Descent at Blush Hill CC to Little River Park
The 10th descent of the Village to Little River Connector Trail will depart from the Blush Hill Country Club parking lot. Skiers and snow shoe participants are welcome to enjoy this delightful tour which includes several sweet side bar tree shots for back country telemarkers, picturesque giant rocks, and a steep twisting final descent that drops onto a lovely rolling finish with scenic views of multiple bends of the Little River. Cross the snow-machine bridge to a warm shuttle bus waiting to bring you back to the start. Bring $12 to contribute to VAST Green Mt. Roamers. Carry a backpack with water, snacks, and extra layers.

Tuesday, January 31, 2022

7:00 p.m - 8:30 p.m: Winterfest VT Beer Quiz at Blackback Pub
Winterfest VT Beer Quiz at Blackback Pub Bring your taste buds and hop downtown to Waterbury’s friendly beer pub to enjoy this exciting event. The evening promises a bevy of bountiful brews, bound to create a lingering taste sensation to last throughout the Winterfest season. Blackback Pub will have six Vermont beers to blind taste. The cost is $15 per flight. Participants write down the correct beer and the winner receives a $50 gift certificate to Blackback Pub. In the event of a tie you will be placed into a drawing to choose the winner.

Thursday, February 2, 2023

6:30 p.m - 9:00 p.m: Wassailing at Downtown Waterbury
What: This signature Winterfest event showcases cabin fever inspired caroling, vaudeville variety, and foot-tapping entertainment by “teams” of your friends and neighbors who rotate through participating venues bringing laughter and light to our short winter days, and vying for a coveted trophy awarded by “judges” comprised of local residents, public officials, and business owners.

Who: Individuals and small groups from the community. We’d love to hear from more singers (solo, duet, or groups) who want to join this non-competitive event. All levels of ability welcome. While some groups are professionals, many of us just love singing (sometimes off-key), playing music, and getting creative with lyrics. For more info or to join the fun, register below. Not interested in performing? Enjoy a meal or drink at a participating venue.

When: Performers rotate through downtown venues from 6:30 – 8:00 on Thursday, February 2, 2023
The evening ends in a finale of songs and celebration of creativity and camaraderie from 8-9 PM at the Waterbury Area Senior Center.

Saturday, February 4, 2022

12:30 p.m - 2:00 p.m: Party in The Park Snow Soccer at State Complex Horseshoe
Snow Soccer returns to the Horseshoe Field in front of the State Complex on Saturday, Feb. 5. Kids from ages 6 to 16 are invited to join in the fun of playing soccer in the snow. Waterbury Youth Soccer will organize games for younger players and the Capital Soccer Club will organize a game for older kids. Parents can sign a waiver and watch the fun next to a warming fire or join in the neighboring Snow Volleyball game. Donations to Waterbury Winterfest support advancing access to recreation in the Waterbury Area. After the games, kids and parents can migrate across the street to listen to the DEW, pick up snacks at the food truck, compete for prizes at the Silent Auction, and sample Stowe Cider and Lawson’s Finest Liquids and enjoy other events at the Party in The Park.

12:30 p.m - 2:00 p.m: Party in The Park Snow Volleyball at State Complex Horseshoe
Snow Volleyball returns to the Horseshoe Field in front of the State Complex on Saturday, Feb. 5. All ages are welcome and invited to join in the fun of playing volleyball in the snow.  A warming fire is planned for spectators and viewing of the neighboring Snow Soccer game. Donations to Waterbury Winterfest support advancing access to recreation in the Waterbury Area. After the games, participants can migrate across the street to listen to the DEW, pick up snacks at the food truck, compete for prizes at the Silent Auction, and sample Stowe Cider and Lawson’s Finest Liquids and enjoy other events at the Party in The Park.

1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m: Party in The Park Fat Tire Demo Biking at Rusty Parker Park
Waterbury Winterfest features Fat Tire Bike Demos.
Come learn the joy and excitement of biking in the snow with stability and performance of a Fat Tire bike. Bring family and friends to try a free demo ride at the Waterbury Winterfest Party in The Park. Bicycle Express and Pinnacle Sports join forces to provide a full fleet of new demo fat bikes and helpful hints from trained professionals for riding the groomed trails surrounding Waterbury Village and Perry Hill Trails.
Find out why so many are flocking to this new winter sport. All participants will be entered into a drawing to win a free full day rental of the Waterbury Winterfest Fat Bike on the day of your choice.

1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m: Party in The Park Beer Tasting at Rusty Parker Park
Join us for an outdoor beer tasting.

7:00 p.m - 10:00 p.m: Snow Ball Silent Auction at Zenbarn
Silent Auction, which benefits Waterbury Winterfest and its important mission: improve access to recreation opportunities in the Waterbury area and beyond Wonderful items and gift cards from generous local sponsors: Pro Pig, Blackback Pub, Ben and Jerry’s, Lake Champlain Chocolates, Daves Community Fitness, Hen of the Wood, Backyard Pub, Wine Vault, Waterbury Vet Hospital, Bridgeside Books and many more

8:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m: Snow Ball Dance at Zenbarn
Dance the night away at the annual Winterfest dance and silent auction at the fun and festive Zenbarn. The official band of Winterfest, ‘Still Kickin’ will again encourage everyone to cut a rug. Cash bar and delicious food available for purchase. Silent Auction starts at 7:00.

Sunday, February 5, 2023

10:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m: Sledding Party with the Children’s Room at Waterbury Public Library
Come join the Children’s Room for some outdoor fun at the Waterbury Public Library. Activities will include sledding on the hill, a winter eye spy hunt in the garden, and making snow sculptures and snow forts. Bring a sled and/or a shovel. Snacks and warm beverages included.

12:30 p.m - 2:30 p.m: Snow Football at State Complex Horseshoe
Join family and friends in a fun-filled game of pick-up football in the snow This friendly game of two-hand touch is for kids and kids-at-heart, ages 8 and up. Hot chocolate and cider provided. Dress for warmth and action in order to have some football fun before the Superbowl. 12:30 registration and 1:00 start.

Date: January 27 - Februay 5, 2023

Location: Various Venue, Waterbury, VT 05676

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