Kids' Activities (61)

The Vermont Blueberry Festival at Deerfield Valley

This summer marks the 16th year of the ever-growing Vermont Blueberry Festival, which will be held between July 26 through August 4, 2024 in Southern Vermont’s Deerfield Valley.

The historic villages of Wilmington, Dover, and…

Franklin County Field Days

It's the time of the year again when Franklin County Field Days comes to town. Enjoy a day outdoors and have fun, participate in events, or just watch our live entertainment.  Our $15 fee will get you through our gates at Franklin County…

Vermont Open Farm Week 2024

Celebrating 10 years of Vermont Open Farm Week: August 4th - 11th, 2024!Do you love local food and farms? Want to get to know your farmer better -- and get a behind-the-scenes look into Vermont's vibrant working agricultural…

Benefit Pick for NOFA-VT’s Farmer Emergency Fund at Adam's Berry Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Join the folks at Adam's Berry Farm for a day of picking blueberries. For every pound picked they will donate a portion to NOFA’s Farmer Emergency Fund. NOFA-VT’s Farmer Emergency Fund, established in 1997, supports organic and NOFA-VT…

Hay Wagon Tours and Family Fun at Chandler Pond Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Bring the whole family to Chandler Pond Farm for a guided tour from the comfort of a hay wagon! Hay wagon tours leave at 10 am and 11 am. The farm yard will also have family activities such as touch a tractor, meet the animals, and yard…

Antique Tractor Day at Billings Farm & Museum | Open Farm Week 2024

Come to Billings Farm & Museum for a day of farm fun as restored antique tractors roar to life. Learn fun facts about each tractor’s history, make, and model when the tractors parade around the site. As exhibitors shift into the lowest…

Kids Yoga with GROW at Adam's Berry Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Enjoy GROW Yoga Kids at Adam's Berry Farm farm. This an all ages class that will blend song, poses and games for the whole family, walkers and up. Stay after class to pick berries and play at the farm!

Registrations recommended, but drop…

Meet the Sheep at Cynefin Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Meet the sheep! Cynefin farm has Shetland sheep and Nubian Cross goats. They all have names and respond, and each has his/her own distinct personality. Refreshments and farm products including dryer balls and hand-designed "sheep themed…

Learn About the Bees at Guillemette Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Come meet the beekeeper at Guillemette Farm and learn more about how the bees support local agriculture. You will be able to look into a hive to observe hive dynamics and partake in honey tasting. While you are at the farm stand you can…

Dairy Fun Field Day at The Farm at Wheeler Mountain | Open Farm Week 2024

Visit the Lidback’s farm for the Dairy Fun Field Day during Vermont Open Farm Week on Sunday, August 4, noon-3pm. The farm is an excellent example of an Orleans County farm employing conservation practices. Come see these practices in…

Touch the Difference you Want to See in the World! A Pasture to Pelt How-to Feel & Tell at Green Mountain Girls Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Experiencing Green Mountain Girls Farm's livestock on pasture is more similar to watching wildlife in a national park than a petting zoo. But that doesn’t mean they don’t know that plush toys originate in the barnyard! While this year’s…

Meet the Sheep at Cynefin Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Meet the sheep! Cynefin farm has Shetland sheep and Nubian Cross goats. They all have names and respond, and each has his/her own distinct personality. Refreshments and farm products including dryer balls and hand-designed "sheep themed…

Feed and Meet the Pigs at Union Brook Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

We will have a number of pigs on farm at this time some will be full grown and we may even have a fresh batch of piglets to meet. we will be walking down into the forest and feeding the pigs bread from Red hen baking and veggie slops from…

Addison County Fair & Field Days

Vermont's largest agricultural fair. Children's barnyard, cattle judging, tractor pulls, kiddie rides, crafts, exhibits, live entertainment, pony and ox pulling, midway, parade, youth activities, and Vermont products dinner.

Story Hour on the Farm at Adam's Berry Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Join the folks at Adam's Berry Farm for story hour on the farm as they read stories about farms, food and pollinators.

Cost is free and no registration required. 

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Adam's Berry Farm is a certified organic berry farm in Charlotte…

Meet the Sheep at Cynefin Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Meet the sheep! Cynefin farm has Shetland sheep and Nubian Cross goats. They all have names and respond, and each has his/her own distinct personality. Refreshments and farm products including dryer balls and hand-designed "sheep themed…

Tasty Tuesday with San Song Kitchen at Sweetland Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Come and say “hi” to San Song Kitchens’ MiYe & Ryan and get a taste of their amazing Korean food. San Song always sells out, so get here early!

Venue open to all; food truck prices vary. 

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Sweetland is a diversified family farm in…

Dog Days of Summer! Celebrating Canine Companions at the Northfield Farmers Market | Open Farm Week 2024

Visiting dogs are often not compatible with farm operations. Green Mountain Girls Farm is no exception. However, like many farms and farmers they are full-on, full-time dog appreciators! The Northfield Farmers Market will celebrate the…

Herding Demonstration at Morse Brook Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Come learn about the role that Border Collies Poe and Cap play on Morse Brook Farm. Watch the dogs work sheep, learn about the history of various breeds and their roles in helping farm. Morse Brook Farm couldn't do what they do without the…

Music with Emma Cook at Adam's Berry Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Join Emma for fun with scarves, dancing and music making as we explore the change of seasons and celebrate joyful moments with our kiddos! This music is fun for the whole family, though geared toward kiddos age 6 months to 4…

Meet the Sheep at Cynefin Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Meet the sheep! Cynefin farm has Shetland sheep and Nubian Cross goats. They all have names and respond, and each has his/her own distinct personality. Refreshments and farm products including dryer balls and hand-designed "sheep themed…

Kids' Day & Felting Workshop at the Champlain Islands Farmers Market - South Hero | Open Farm Week 2024

Come celebrate Farmers Market Week & Vermont Open Farm Week with family friendly fun at the Champlain Islands Farmers Market's Kids' Days! In addition to 20+ fantastic local vendors, there will be fun games and activities to encourage kids…

Kids' Day at the Westford Farmers Market | Open Farm Week 2024

Visit the Westford Farmers Market during Open Farm Week to experience a vibrant little market in the heart of Westford. The market showcases farmers and artisans from the local community. There will be music and special programming for…

Meet the Sheep at Cynefin Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Meet the sheep! Cynefin farm has Shetland sheep and Nubian Cross goats. They all have names and respond, and each has his/her own distinct personality. Refreshments and farm products including dryer balls and hand-designed "sheep themed…

Candy Making Demonstration at Silloway Maple | Open Farm Week 2024

See how the boiled down maple syrup - only pure maple syrup -  pours from the "pig", into the trough and is stirred, and then poured into molds. Everyone attending will have a sample of the fresh, warm candy. Enjoy maple creamees, tours…

Meet and Feed the Animals at Merck Forest & Farmland Center | Open Farm Week 2024

Join Merck staff on afternoon wellness checks on the farm animals. Our farm team cares for sheep, horses, chickens, turkeys, rabbits and pigs daily and you can tag along, ask questions, and see all the activity around caring for our…

S'mores Night at Adam's Berry Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Family fun night on the farm: S'mores, Burgers by Grass Cattle Co, cocktails, music, art and more! Join us for s’mores on the farm. We’ll have handcrafted marshmallows from Nomadic Kitchen and local chocolate from Lake Champlain Chocolates…

Summer Concert with Carol Ann Jones and The Superchargers at Snow Farm Vineyard | Open Farm Week 2024

Enjoy a free family-friendly concert with Carol Ann Jones and The Superchargers! Picknicking begins at 5:00pm, and music if from 6:30pm - 8:30pm. Bring your own blankets and chairs for lawn seating. Food trucks are on-site during the…

Art on the Farm at Adam's Berry Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Join the folks at Adam's Berry Farm to make berry block prints and other farm inspired art. No registration needed and a $5 suggested donation.

Meet the Sheep at Cynefin Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Meet the sheep! Cynefin farm has Shetland sheep and Nubian Cross goats. They all have names and respond, and each has his/her own distinct personality. Refreshments and farm products including dryer balls and hand-designed "sheep themed…

Farm Tour and Gelato Tasting with Paisley Scoops Gelato | Open Farm Week 2024

All are welcome to a farm tour and gelato tasting at Paul-Lin Dairy, the origin of Paisley Scoops Gelato. Receive a farm tour, visit the Jersey brown cows whose delicious milk is used in the gelato, and then sample the finished…

4th Annual Community Farm & Food Celebration with the Center for an Agricultural Economy & Hardwick Farmers Market | Open Farm Week 2024

Head to Atkins Field from 3:00pm - 6:00pm on Fri, Aug 9th for an afternoon of summer fun to celebrate the NEK's vibrant agricultural community! This free event features horse drawn carriage rides, baby goat viewings, storytelling, live…

Chamberlin's Farm Store GRAND Re-Opening and Farm Tour | Open Farm Week 2024

Chamberlin's Farm invites you to check out the re-opening of their farm store after being closed for nearly 10 years! They will have more products available than ever before, you can pick your own flowers, get a tour of the farm, see…

Fried Chicken Dinner at Maple Wind Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Get ready for the ultimate local farm Take Out dinner featuring mouthwatering golden, crispy, GF pasture-raised fried chicken. You have options to order the maple cornbread and crunchy organic slaw.

Maple Wind Farm's commitment to quality…

Herding Demonstration at Morse Brook Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Come learn about the role that Border Collies Poe and Cap play on Morse Brook Farm. Watch the dogs work sheep, learn about the history of various breeds and their roles in helping farm. Morse Brook Farm couldn't do what they do without the…

Kids' Adventure Day at the Champlain Islands Farmers Market - Grand Isle | Open Farm Week 2024

Come celebrate Farmers Market Week & Vermont Open Farm Week at the Champlain Islands Farmers Market at Kids' Days - Adventure Begins at your Library! In addition to 35+ local vendors and live music from Gypsywhistle, they are partnering…

Poetry Reading and Food at Nama Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Join Burlington Vermont Poet *Rajnii Eddins* as he performs poems from his books at Noon and 2 p.m. and shares from his life in Vermont as a Black teaching artist poet and educator. Enjoy refreshing strawberry lemonade, pickles, fresh…

Sun Printing (Cyanotype Class) at Sweetland Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Learn the very simple and fun process of cyanotype with local artist Emil O’Melia! Just $15 per person and SO. MUCH. FUN. Great for older kids and families, too!

Cost $15 per person. Please register for this class!

Plant and Paint with the Calves at Guillemette Farm Stand | Open Farm Week 2024

Stop by Guillemette Farm Stand between 11am and 1pm on Sat, Aug 10 to plant a sunflower in a pot, paint the pot, and hang out with the calves! The activity is first come first serve, and it will be held in the activity area where are…

Meet the Sheep at Cynefin Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Meet the sheep! Cynefin farm has Shetland sheep and Nubian Cross goats. They all have names and respond, and each has his/her own distinct personality. Refreshments and farm products including dryer balls and hand-designed "sheep themed…

Sugar Feather Farm Tour and Farm Store Opening | Open Farm Week 2024

Head over to Sugar Feather Farm for its farm store grand opening and get an outside guided tour of their rare and unique birds. With over 2000 birds ranging from Emus, and chickens to tiny button quail, they have lots of fun things to see…

Fledge Fest: Music and Arts at Fledgling Farmstead | Open Farm Week 2024

Come to Fledgling Farmstead's beautiful hilltop event space for a day of all-ages fun, featuring the Climate Farmer Stories Exibit, art activities, woodland trails and installations, and music into the evening featuring Kotoka Brass…

The 3rd Annual Great North American Maple Pie Contest at Baird Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Sit back and picnic while you watch the 3rd Annual Great North American Maple Pie Contest go down! Activities will include: pie contest with local celebrity judges, pie throwing, and of course eating pie and ice cream! The winner of the…

Meet and Feed the Animals at Merck Forest & Farmland Center | Open Farm Week 2024

Join Merck staff on afternoon wellness checks on the farm animals. Our farm team cares for sheep, horses, chickens, turkeys, rabbits and pigs daily and you can tag along, ask questions, and see all the activity around caring for our…

Tomato Trot 5K at Cate Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

 

The 3rd annual Tomato Trot 5K is a scenic trail run/walk through farm fields and on woods roads, around the borders of Cate Farm. The first kilometer snakes along the Winooski River and is relatively flat; the rest of the run is over…

Pasture Walk & Whole Hog BBQ Potluck with Live Music at Snug Valley Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Help us celebrate Open Farm Week at Snug Valley Farm in East Hardwick, VT with a pasture walk, pot luck, whole hog BBQ, and live music from our farmer friends. Make your way to Pumpkin Lane in East Hardwick where we will show you around…

Harvest, Taste, Create & Play at Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center | Open Farm Week 2024

Come experience Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center's beautiful, certified organic vegetable, berry, and flower farm this Open Farm Week. Come for one activity or all—your choice!

Harvest & Taste (10–11am): From their farm to your table…

Kids Yoga with GROW at Adam's Berry Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Enjoy GROW Yoga Kids at Adam's Berry Farm farm. This an all ages class that will blend song, poses and games for the whole family, walkers and up. Stay after class to pick berries and play at the farm!

Registrations recommended, but drop…

Fun with Flowers at Adam's Berry Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Bring your kids to Adam's Berry Farm to make a beautiful wall hanging with flowers from the farm. For ages 6 and up.

Registration costs $25. 

Picnic by the Pasture at Greenfield Highland Beef | Open Farm Week 2024

Bring a blanket, bring a lunch and enjoy a picnic by the pasture, enjoying exquisite mountain vistas and watching the oldest registered fold of Heritage Highland cattle in the United States grazing nearby. There will be fuzzy Highland…

Smoothie Stand & Farm Tours at Butterworks Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Come tour the farm and fields of Butterworks Farm! Meet the farmers and the herd of Jersey cows. While you're there, sample and purchase custom made smoothies and farm products. 

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In their 48th year, Butterworks Farm continues to…

Meet the Sheep at Cynefin Farm | Open Farm Week 2024

Meet the sheep! Cynefin farm has Shetland sheep and Nubian Cross goats. They all have names and respond, and each has his/her own distinct personality. Refreshments and farm products including dryer balls and hand-designed "sheep themed…

Candy Making Demonstration at Silloway Maple | Open Farm Week 2024

See how the boiled down maple syrup - only pure maple syrup -  pours from the "pig", into the trough and is stirred, and then poured into molds. Everyone attending will have a sample of the fresh, warm candy. Enjoy maple creamees, tours…

Vermont State Fair

Join us at the Vermont State Fair for amusement rides, Rosaire's Racing Pigs, magic shows, concerts, and more.  The first Vermont State Fair took place in 1846, making it one of the oldest state fairs in the United States.

Caledonia County Fair

The Caledonia County Fair brings you the best in old-fashioned fun plus the freshest family entertainment you'll find anywhere in Vermont! See you in August!

Bondville Fair

The biggest little fair in Vermont!  The Winhall Industrial Society welcomes you to the 2024 Bondville Fair!  The Bondville Fair is the oldest continuous fair in Vermont since 1797.

Take part in one of Vermont’s oldest traditions at the…

Vergennes Day

Vergennes Day is an annual celebration featuring over 60 vendors in the City Park. The event includes live music on the bandstand, a pancake breakfast, Lions Club Chicken BBQ and the Little City Road Race. For the kids, there is a bubble…

Guilford Fair

The Guilford Fair honors and promotes Vermont’s agricultural traditions in a way that is both educational and entertaining. People come to relax and to watch the horse draw, cattle and horse shows and sheep shearing demonstrations. There…

Tunbridge World's Fair

Always 10 days after Labor Day, The 150th fair dates are September 12 - 15, 2024

The Tunbridge World’s Fair has run continuously since 1867 except in 1918, due to the great flu epidemic, and during World War II. For more information on…

Middlebury Car Show & Fall Festival

Join us in Middlebury, Vermont on Sunday, October 13th for the 3rd annual Middlebury Car Show & Fall Festival, Main Street will close to welcome 75 classic cars and trucks. Food trucks, 50+ vendors, live music, raffle drawings, and more…

Gilfeather Turnip Festival | Wardsboro

The 23rd Gilfeather Turnip Festival and Gilfeather Turnip Contest will be held Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m in Wardsboro, VT. Free admission. Rain or shine!

Locations are at the Town Hall, the Wardsboro Public Library and…