Dorset, Vermont is filled with year-round events and things to do such as acclaimed theater productions, art exhibitions, children's events and more!

DORSET EVENTS

Wilderness outings, Parades? Dorset hosts it all…

Trailhead Thursdays at Bromley: A weekly group trail run or hike!

Bromley Mountain

Bromley is excited to launch “Trailhead Thursdays” in partnership with The Trailhead Restaurant and The Mountain Goat! What: A group hike or trail run When: Thursdays at 6PM, June 5 – August 21 Where: Bromley base to summit | 3.39 miles/1,283′ elevation Cost: Optional $5 donation to the Bart Adaptive Sports Center Post-Run:  Hang out by the fire pit and get […]

Full Moon Hike at Merck Forest!

Full Moon Hike at Merck Forest!

Merck Forest 3270 VT-315, Rupert, United States

Time & Location Jul 10, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM Merck Forest & Farmland Center, 3270 VT-315, Rupert, VT 05768, USA About the event Join us for a leisurely evening hike under the stars. Bundle up, bring sturdy shoes, and meet at the Visitor Center 10 minutes early. This is the perfect way to […]

$10.25
HITS Vermont Summer Festival

HITS Vermont Summer Festival

Harold Beebe Farm 3028 Rt 7, East Dorset, VT, United States

The six-week USEF National/4*-Rated Vermont Summer Festival offers an all-inclusive horse show located in East Dorset, July 2 through August 10. The entire family will enjoy this boutique-style competition, which features divisions for every level of equestrian. More information here: https://www.hitsshows.com/hits-events/hits-vermont-summer-festival/

The Dead of Summer Music Festival

The Dead of Summer Music Festival

Hunter Park 410 Hunter Park Rd, Manchester Center, VT

July 11-13 3 Day Music Festival with 20 bands, food, and fun! Hunter Park, Manchester, VT. Gates open 9am. Melvin Seals & JGB, The Wailers, Prince/Bowie, Steely Dead, Dangermuffin, Talking Dreads, Dead Man's Waltz, Bearly Dead, Organ Fairchild, Deadgrass, Jatoba, The Wheel, Revtor and Friends, The Marks Brothers, Hilltop, Bar Brides, Misty Blues-Roadhouse Revival, Terrafunk, […]

Kits & Cubs at Merck Forest

Kits & Cubs at Merck Forest

Merck Forest 3270 VT-315, Rupert, United States

Kits & Cubs Wednesdays and Fridays all year -  10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Introduce your little ones to the wonders of nature with Merck Forest's Kits and Cubs program! This engaging nature experience is specially designed for children ages 18 months to 5 years and their caregivers. Crafts, stories, songs and adventures around the […]

The Dead of Summer Music Festival

The Dead of Summer Music Festival

Hunter Park 410 Hunter Park Rd, Manchester Center, VT

July 11-13 3 Day Music Festival with 20 bands, food, and fun! Hunter Park, Manchester, VT. Gates open 9am. Melvin Seals & JGB, The Wailers, Prince/Bowie, Steely Dead, Dangermuffin, Talking Dreads, Dead Man's Waltz, Bearly Dead, Organ Fairchild, Deadgrass, Jatoba, The Wheel, Revtor and Friends, The Marks Brothers, Hilltop, Bar Brides, Misty Blues-Roadhouse Revival, Terrafunk, […]

Dog Days Cookout at The Dorset Village Library

The Dorset Village Library 13 Church Street, Dorset, VT, United States

Dog Days Cookout | Saturday, July 12th from 1PM - 3PM It’s our 10th annual cookout at the library! We’re making hamburgers, hot dogs, and veggie burgers. Play yard games and enjoy music. Furry friends are welcome.

Dorset Historical Society Ice Cream Social

Dorset Historical Society Corner of VT 30 & Kent Hill Rd, Dorset, VT

Ice Cream Social! Saturday, July 12th 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Dorset Historical Society It's the annual Dog Days and Ice Cream Social! Join us at the Dorset Historical Society on Saturday, July 12th from 1-3pm for an open house featuring free Wilcox ice cream, and visit the Dorset Village Library across the street for […]

The Dead of Summer Music Festival

The Dead of Summer Music Festival

Hunter Park 410 Hunter Park Rd, Manchester Center, VT

July 11-13 3 Day Music Festival with 20 bands, food, and fun! Hunter Park, Manchester, VT. Gates open 9am. Melvin Seals & JGB, The Wailers, Prince/Bowie, Steely Dead, Dangermuffin, Talking Dreads, Dead Man's Waltz, Bearly Dead, Organ Fairchild, Deadgrass, Jatoba, The Wheel, Revtor and Friends, The Marks Brothers, Hilltop, Bar Brides, Misty Blues-Roadhouse Revival, Terrafunk, […]