WATERBURY HAS IT ALL!

See & Do

From a village stroll to an all-out exhilarating hike, bike, paddle, or ski, Waterbury provides grounds for year-round activities and adventures.

Eat & Drink

Mix a strong beer culture with some farm-fresh food and you have the recipe for a memorable visit to Vermont's destination for food and beverage lovers.

Stay & Visit

Whether you are coming to the area for outdoor adventures, a romantic retreat, or business, you will find the perfect place to rest and relax after a full day of fun.

NOW IS THE TIME TO DISCOVER WATERBURY

All roads lead to ADVENTURE

Discover Waterbury, a place for once-in-a-lifetime experiences! Whether you are visiting for an afternoon or a week, your perfect vacation starts here. Located along the eastern fold of the Green Mountains, the scenic Green Mountain Byway, Mad River Byway, and Interstate 89 converge in Waterbury, making it the ideal hub for exploration. Waterbury is a place of dynamic experiences, with easy access from Stowe, Montpelier, Burlington, and the Mad River Valley.

We may be small, but our attractions, accommodations, dining, and shopping are mighty. Our natural environment is an ever-changing backdrop for outdoor activities, including several state parks with outstanding opportunities for hiking and paddling. Waterbury is also one of the best bike towns in Vermont, with acclaimed trail networks and après activities.

Waterbury is home to Ben & Jerry's, Cold Hollow Cider Mill, Prohibition Pig, and other favorites for locals and visitors alike. Both in the historic downtown and beyond, there are many other great independent shops, restaurants, and artist studios. With award-winning farm-to-table dining, local craft breweries, and eclectic stores, there is something in Waterbury for everyone to enjoy!

Upcoming Events

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MakerSphere Woodshop Open House

April 26th

10:00 am to 01:00 pmMakerSphere Woodshop, 327 US Route 2, Waterbury VT 05676

Join us at the MakerSphere Wood Shop & Maker Space! Tour the fully outfitted woodworking shop as well as the stained-glass studio.
Speak with staff and instructors, and learn more about programs and classes including the Wood Shop Monthly Membership and the new Stained-Glass Membership Program. This space is ready for you to put your creativity to work, learn a new skill, or just enjoy the process of making and building.

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Indie Bookstore Day 2025

April 26th

10:00 am to 05:00 pmBridgeside Books, 29 Stowe St, Waterbury

It's a national party to celebrate independent bookstores! Independent Bookstores like ours work to foster literacy through a hand-curated book selection, community via public events, economic vitality with unique business collaborations, and so much more! We hope you'll stop by to explore.

One Town One Book: Independent Bookstore Day also serves as the launch of One Town One Book, our town-wide bookclub that aims to get Waterbury on the same page - literally! Stop by on IBD to meet the author, get your signed copy, and dive into our next great read.

Vermont Bookstore Tour: Did you know there's a VT Bookstore Tour complete with a passport that can be stamped by participating bookstores? Independent Bookstore Day is the PERFECT time to visit the amazing bookstores throughout our region and state. Download your VT Bookstore Tour Passport and start earning stamps here: https://vtbookstoretour.com/

Libro.fm Golden Ticket: Back for the second year, if you are the lucky person to find the Golden Ticket from our audiobook partner, Libro.fm, you'll win a 12-month audiobook credit bundle! And you if you don't find it, you can sign up for a new membership with the code BOOKSTOREDAY and get two free audiobooks.

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RW Spring Business Mixer

April 29th

05:30 pm to 07:00 pm1 Rotarian Pl, Waterbury, VT, 05676

Join us for the spring RW Business Mixer!

Hosted by Black Cap Coffee & Bakery , business owners and interested parties are welcome to join us from 5:30-7:00pm for an evening of socializing and networking. There will be complimentary appetizers, along with a brief speaking program. Beverages will also be available.

The featured non-profit is the Vermont Trails & Greenways Council, which provides support for Vermont's ...

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Bluegrass Night at Pro Pig

April 30th

05:00 pm to 08:00 pmProhibition Pig Brewery, 1 Elm Street, Waterbury

A mix of different Bluegrass groups will play at the brewery. The brewery offers $5.00 ProPig Beer Specials, seasonal margaritas, amazing sandwiches and small bites. Event is indoors, however there are outdoor fire pits to enjoy if you’re bringing a pup!

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Book Launch: Aaron Starmer

May 1st

05:30 pm to 07:00 pmBridgeside Books, 29 Stowe St, Waterbury

From Waterbury author Aaron Starmer, dip your toes into 90s nostalgia with a pool-hopping coming of age novel with a Hotel California twist! Join Bridgeside Books for a launch party and author chat with Aaron on his newest Young Adult novel with serious all-ages appeal.

Full Tickets include a signed copy of Night Swimming by Aaron Starmer. Free companion tickets are available with purchase of a Full Ticket. Companion Tickets are ...

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Wine Tasting

May 2nd

04:00 pm to 07:00 pmThe Wine Vault

The Wine Vault offers weekly wine tastings on Fridays. All tastings include a diverse selection of wines from around the world and close to home. Most wines are from small batch wineries that take care and pride in their wine making. The Wine Vault carries a large selection of biodynamic, organic, and natural wine, as well as port, cigars, and chocolates.

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