Killington Vermont News
COOLER IN THE MOUNTAINS HEADLINER ANNOUNCED
Hawaii-Based Singer-Songwriter Donavon Frankenreiter to Headline Killington's Cooler in the Mountains Concert Series
KILLINGTON ANNOUNCES 2013 SUMMER EVENTS CALENDAR
From Free Outdoor Concerts and an Old-Fashioned Fourth to The Biggest Loser Run/Walk and the Annual Wine Festival, Killington Offers Something for Everyone
Marco Benevento and Mike Pederson kickoff Snoe.down 2013
Snoe.down 2013 is proud to welcome Marco Benevento with special guest Mike Pederson to the Wobbly Barn for one show only Thursday, March 21, 2013 at 8pm.
Taste of Tennessee Ski Week
Jack Daniel's sponsored events, contests, prizes, games and excitement...
The Biggest Loser RunWalk Announces 5k/15k
The Biggest Loser RunWalk is hosting a Get Fit, Get Ready 5K/15K and one-mile Kids’ Race on Sunday, July 28, 2013 in Killington, Vt. From the first-time runner to the elite athlete, The Biggest Loser RunWalk Killington encourages visitors and locals to hit the wooded roads and gear up for an inspirational event in the heart of Vermont’s Green Mountains.
Legendary Killington Stage Race to Return
The Town of Killington announced the return of the internationally acclaimed Killington Stage Race for another three years of competitive cycling. In previous years the Stage Race has drawn more than 1,000 participants and spectators from across the United States, as well as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom for three days of competitive racing.
Ice Skating Returns to Summit Pond on Killington Road
Skaters are once again lacing up and taking to the ice on Summit Pond in Killington. The Foundry at Summit Pond has officially opened for public skating, bringing this popular winter activity back to the area. Summit Pond sits directly in front of The Foundry Restaurant on the Killington Road, and offers breathtaking views of Killington Peak from its sparkling surface.
Snoe.Down in March 2013!
Snoe.Down 2013, the all-ages winter music & sports festival hosted by moe., returns to Vermont’s Killington Resort and the Spartan Arena in neighboring Rutland, for a weekend of winter fun and music.
Third Annual Downhill for Diabetes Charity Ski & Snowboard Event
Sunday February 24'th, 2013 The Third Annual Downhill for Diabetes Charity ski and snowboard event at Pico Mountain Resort in Killington, VT!
Nor'Beaster 2013
Join Killington for a Celebration of spring in the mountains featuring concerts, competitions, soft snow, sunshine and more!
Killington Winter Pride Weekend Feb. 1-3
A three day line-up of on-snow, Pride parties, and live entertainment. G.N.A.R. (Gay Network Alliance of Riders) and RU12? Community Center partner, to promote wellness, diversity, social engagement, winter sports, and pride.
2012 Vermont Holiday Festival December 14th & 15th
Experience holiday magic, take in the smell of fresh balsam and create special memories at the 8th Annual Vermont Holiday Festival! Friday December 14th & Saturday December 15th at the Killington Grand Hotel.
2nd Annual Killington Turkey Trot
Come out and join us Thanksgiving morning, Thursday Nov. 22 and run to benefit local charities. All ages welcome.
KILLINGTON HAY FESTIVAL MOOOOVES TO BURLINGTON’S WATERFRONT PARK
Hay Cows Constructed in Partnership with Ben & Jerry’s
Killington's First-Ever Restaurant Week Underway
More than 10 participating restaurants offer special ‘prix fixe’ menus
LOUISIANA COMES TO KILLINGTON AS THE DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND TAKE OVER KILLINGTON
Town concert series continues August 18 with 2011 crowd favorite
COOLER IN THE MOUNTAINS CONCERT SERIES CONTINUES WITH ECLECTIC LOVE IN STOCKHOM
First show draws biggest crowd to date; festival continues with double act this weekend
TOWN OF KILLINGTON ANNOUNCES 2012 COOLER IN THE MOUNTAINS BAND LINEUP
Five week series will feature national acts, Americana jam-bands, past favorites and more!
KILLINGTON WINE FESTIVAL UNCORKS THIS FRIDAY
Signature events include the Estate Wine Tasting, Grand Tasting at 4,241’, Wine & Nine and the all-new Killington Wine Trail. Tickets are available now!
SCENIC ROUTE 100 BYWAY RECOGNIZED BY NEW YORK TIMES AS ONE OF THE 10 BEST DRIVES IN THE U.S.
Famous roadway through Killington highlights the pleasures of New England travel
TOWN OF KILLINGTON AND LONG TRAIL BREWERY CREATE LARGEST MARKETING PARTNERSHIP IN TOWN’S HISTORY
Killington, Vt: The Killington Office of Economic Development & Tourism (EDT) announced today that it has secured sponsorship for its summer events from two major Vermont businesses – Long Trail Brewing and Casella Waste Management.
Tickets Are Available for the 11th Annual Killington Wine Festival: July 20-22
Now in its eleventh year, the Festival continues its tradition of bringing hundreds of fine wines from around the world to the Green Mountains for festival goers to sample.
Registration for Three Cycling Events in Killington Now Open!
Killington may be known throughout New England for being in the heart of the stunning green mountains, but it’s the roads through those mountains that will be getting the attention this summer in Vermont.
Town of Killington Rebrands Itself as Resort Community
Killington, VT – Visitors to Killington may notice something new as they explore the Town – updated, colorful, consistent new Town signage throughout the area.
2012 Great Egg Hunt at Killington Elementary School Will Feature Wunderle’s Big Top Adventures
Every year, children of all ages gather at the Killington Elementary School for an egg-citing, fun-filled celebration – the Killington Great Egg Hunt
TOWN OF KILLINGTON BRINGS DEW TOUR TO THE COMMUNITY
Town works with Tour to arrange media opportunities, parties, hosting and more for town businesses!
VERMONT HOLIDAY FESTIVAL RETURNS TO KILLINGTON DECEMBER 9 AND 10
Holiday Tradition Features Festival of Trees, Santa’s Workshop, Sleigh Rides, Jack Frost Marketplace and Musical Guests
Killington Resort Announces Opening Day
Roughly two months after tropical storm Irene damaged the Northeast, Killington Resort opens for early season skiing and riding
Franklin Park Zoo and Killington Hay Festival Announce New Exhibit
Giant Hay Sculpture From Vermont Honors Zoo's Endangered New Baby Red Pandas
Killington Resort plans to kick off foliage season with annual Brewfest, October 1.
Join us for a weekend packed with a beer sampling, tasting dinner, live music and more!
FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT - SISTER HAZEL - AUGUST 27 - K1 LODGE
Sister Hazel Wraps Up the Town of Killington's 'Cooler In The Mountains' Free Outdoor Concert Series in Killington on August 27
FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT - DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND - AUGUST 20 - K-1 LODGE
Town of Killington's 'Cooler In The Mountains' Free Outdoor Concert Series Presents Dirty Dozen Brass Band on August 20
KILLINGTON ENTERS FOODIE ARENA WITH FIRST ANNUAL FARM TO TABLE FESTIVAL
Tickets on Sale for New Event to Celebrate Cask Beer, Specialty Cider and Locavore Culture
FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT - TWIDDLE - AT K1
TOWN OF KILLINGTON’S ‘COOLER IN THE MOUNTAINS’ FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS TWIDDLE ON AUGUST 13
FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT - BADFISH - A TRIBUTE TO SUBLIME SHOW AT K1
TOWN OF KILLINGTON’S ‘COOLER IN THE MOUNTAINS’ FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS BADFISH, A TRIBUTE TO SUBLIME ON AUGUST 6
TOWN OF KILLINGTON’S FREE CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS BUFFETT PROTÉGÉ ILO FERREIRA AND BAREFOOT TRUTH ON JULY 30
Killington, VT -- Jimmy Buffett’s protégé Ilo Ferreira joins musical forces with Indy phenomenon Barefoot Truth for a free concert at the Killington Resort on Saturday, July 30 from 3:30pm to 6pm.
Killington Announces Expanded Lineup for Free Summer Concert Series!
Enjoy this Saturday afternoon concert series at K1 Base Lodge at Killington Resort, featuring Sean Kelly from The Samples, Jimmy Buffet protege and tour opener Ilo Ferreira,Sublime tribute band Badfish, Vermont's own Twiddle and Florida-based alternative rock band Sister Hazel.
FREE TRAIL MAPS AVAILABLE FOR TEN GREAT KILLINGTON AREA HIKES
Hikers and outdoor enthusiasts visiting the Killington region now have a new resource to guide their adventures. Just in time for the summer hiking season, the Town of Killington has produced a folding trail map for hikers, providing information on ten of the best hikes within a 20 mile range of Killington.
KILLINGTON MUSIC FESTIVAL PRESENTS ITS 29th SEASON
On Saturday evenings, from July 2nd through August 6th the internationally acclaimed musicians of the Killington Music Festival will perform at Killington Resort at 7pm.
Toasting to 10 Years of the Killington Wine Festival
Over the course of the weekend, a record 500 unique bottles of wines will be poured.
STAGES SET FOR LEGENDARY KILLINGTON BIKE RACE WEEKEND
Dramatic Sprints, Climbs Offer Exhilarating Viewing for Spectators May 28-30, 2011
KILLINGTON VERMONT ANNOUNCES 2011 SUMMER & FALL EVENTS
From Outdoor Concerts and an Old-Fashioned Fourth to Circus Smirkus and the Annual Wine Festival, Killington Vermont Offers Something for Everyone
THE CIRCUS IS COMING TO TOWN! WORLD-FAMOUS CIRCUS SMIRKUS TO PERFORM AT PICO IN AUGUST
KILLINGTON – The Town of Killington is happy to announce that Vermont’s award-winning Circus Smirkus will be calling Pico Mountain home for a fun-filled weekend in August. The traveling youth circus will feature 30 of the country’s most talented child performers for four shows on Sunday, August 14 and Monday, August 15.
U.S. ROUTE 4 “CROSSROAD OF VERMONT BYWAY” UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED AS VERMONT’S 7th BYWAY
KILLINGTON – U.S. Rt. 4 was designated Wednesday by the Vermont Transportation Board as the “Crossroad of Vermont Byway.”
KILLINGTON LEG OF THE DEW TOUR LOOKS TO BRING TOP ATHLETES; CREATE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM AND FESTIVAL VILLAGE
KILLINGTON, Vt: The official 2010 Census may show that Vermont’s growth has slowed to a crawl, but for nearly a week in January, Killington will catapult from a laid-back resort town into the spotlight of the east coast as it welcomes nearly 25,000 guests January 20 – 23.
KILLINGTON THROWING A BIG PARTY TO PREVIEW
Killington skiers, snowboarders and residents are invited to attend the Dew Tour Preview Party après ski Sunday, December 19th, to celebrate the season’s biggest event: The Winter Dew Tour at Killington.
Vermont Holiday Festival Returns To Killington Dec. 9-11
Festivities include the Festival of Trees, Santa’s Workshop, Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides, Jack Frost Marketplace and Live Entertainment
KILLINGTON LIGHTS UP THE NIGHT WITH 5th ANNUAL TRICKS N TREATS ULLR JAM BONFIRE
Green Mountain College & Town of Killington Welcome Winter with Nighttime Event
KILLINGTON HAY FESTIVAL NAMED ‘TOP TEN’ EVENT BY VERMONT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND EXTENDED BY POPULAR DEMAND
The Vermont Chamber of Commerce has named the Killington Hay Festival as a Vermont Top Ten Fall event for 2011, recognizing its appeal and importance to the state. And if you haven’t had time to belly up to a 25-foot bear or snuggle up to a 800lb snail yet this year, you’re in luck! Due to popular demand, the Killington Hay Festival is being extended and our hay animal friends will be with us until November.
KILLINGTON CELEBRATES ALL THINGS APPLE
How many ways can you enjoy a Vermont apple? And how does your apple pie stand up to a little friendly competition?
Warm Fall Colors, Cold Craft Beer on Tap for 15th Annual Killington Brewer's Fest October 2
With peak foliage as a backdrop, some of the best craft breweries from around New England will be pouring more than 60 flavors at the 15th Annual Killington Brewfest on Saturday, October 2 at the Snowshed Lodge.
KILLINGTON BRINGING A LITTLE FUN & SWEETNESS TO 2010 POLITICAL CAMPAIGNS WITH OLD FASHIONED ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Over a dozen candidates, a barbershop quartet, a giant hay elephant and donkey, bobbing for apples and ice cream highlight old-fashioned Vermont style rally
THE MOOSE IS LOOSE (AND SO ARE THE BEARS) AS KILLINGTON KICKS OFF HAYFEST AND THE GRASS MENAGERIE
KILLINGTON, VT-Time to cuddle up to a 25-foot teddy, hug a 2,000-pound pink pig and pop a photo of a giant pelican!
TOWN OF KILLINGTON GOES TO THE DOGS WITH THE WORLD-FAMOUS DOCK DOGS SEPTEMBER 17-19
For one weekend in September, canines will rule supreme.
WIN A PICO SEASON PASS
Sign up at the concerts for your chance to win a 2010-2011 Pico Season Pass!
KILLINGTON ANNOUNCES NEW FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
EDT partners with Killington Resort to celebrate music and summer in August
KILLINGTON RESORT TO HOST SECOND STOP OF 2010-11 WINTER DEW TOUR SEASON, JAN. 20-23
Winter Dew Tour at Killington Resort to Feature 22-Foot Superpipe
Killington Partners with AJGA to host Junior Golf Championship
Green Mountain National Golf Course will host the American Junior Golf Association Championship Tournament August 2-5, 2010
Killington Resort kicks off summer with United Way Fundraiser
Experience fresh Green Mountain air while raising funds for the United Way of Rutland County on Friday, June 25.
More than 550 cyclists competed in the Killington Stage Race over Memorial Day Weekend
By all accounts the legend is alive and growing as 559 cyclists tackle the Killington Stage Race
Governor Jim Douglas Proclaims Killington Stage Race Days
With more than 550 cyclists set to compete Memorial Day Weekend
Killington Stage Race: More Than 400 Cyclists To Race
More than 400 cyclists already registered to compete in the Legendary Killington Stage Race
Race The Legend: Killington Stage Race
Legendary Vermont Bike Race, The Killington Stage Race Returns for 2010
Killington Film Festival Winners Announced
We are proud to announce this year's winning films
Killington Film Festival Announces Screening Schedule
The Film Festival received more than 100 film submissions, and proudly announces the screening schedule of selected films.
Spring Ski Pass At Killington just $169
Killington announces Spring pass- ski/ride all day, any day from March 22 to May 2 for only $169. Sweet!
Pico Ski Area Receives Praise In New York TImes
The New York Times praises Pico for its great skiing and traditional Vermont character.
Killington Stage Race is back for 2010
The famous Killington Stage Race will be held Memorial Day Weekend in Killington, VT
Killington Vermont's New Life Hiking Spa named Top 10 Fitness Travel Location in the world!
New Life Hiking Spa named Top Ten fitness vacation spots in the world by MSNBC.
Killington Film Festival Returns for 2010
KILLINGTON FILM FESTIVAL RETURNS IN APRIL TO SHOWCASE FILMMAKERS FROM AROUND VERMONT & THE WORLD
Killington Resort to host Snoe.down music festival
The popular winter music festival Snoe.down, featuring the band moe. will perform outdoors at Killington March 27th.
Killington Resort named Top 10 Ski/Snowboard resort
The popular travel website Away.com includes Killington in it's Top 10 Ski resorts, making Killington the only eastern resort to make the list!
Killington Classic Named Top 10 Event For 2010
The Vermont State Chamber of Commerce names the Killington Classic Motorcycle Rally one of Vermont’s Top 10 Fall Events.