Events

Ski & Snowboard Tent Sale ( 4:00pm - 8:00pm )

Gear up for less! Shop top brands and unbeatable prices at McIntyre Ski Area's annual Tent Sale! More Info >

Mactoberfest & Annual Tent Sale ( 2:00pm - 6:00pm )

Celebrate fall at McIntyre Ski Area's annual Mactoberfest! Enjoy live music by Todd Trusty, a Stein Hoisting Competition hosted by Laura from Rock 101, craft beer tastings courtesy of Amoskeag Beverages and Boston Beer Co., scenic chairlift rides beginning at 12 PM, and games, activities, and prizes. Come hungry! Enjoy German-inspired favorites from The Hill Bar & Grille, fresh apple cider donuts, coffee, and cider from The Donut Shack Food Truck, and sweet treats from The Treat Trolley Ice Cream Truck. While you're here, don't miss our Annual Ski Tent Sale from 10 AM–6 PM, featuring great deals on skis, snowboards, boots, apparel, and more. It's the perfect way to celebrate the fall season with family and friends! More Info >

Waterville Valley Job Fair ( 9:00am - 12:00pm )

ABOUT Work and play in the White Mountains! Waterville Valley Resort is hosting its annual Job Fair in the base lodge at Waterville Valley Ski Resort on Saturday, October 17th from 9am-12pm. We have an array of exciting job opportunities for the 2026/2027 winter season; meet the managers & supervisors, learn about both seasonal and year-round offerings, and employee perks. Elevate your lifestyle this winter with a job at Waterville Valley Resort! EVENT DETAILS DATE: Saturday, October 17th TIME: 9:00am - 12:00pm LOCATION: Base Lodge at Waterville Valley Ski Resort, 1 Ski Area Road, Waterville Valley Resort More Info >

Ski & Snowboard Tent Sale ( 10:00am - 3:00pm )

Gear up for less! Shop top brands and unbeatable prices at McIntyre Ski Area's annual Tent Sale! More Info >

Franconia Notch Half Marathon

Run this out and back track on the beautiful Franconia Notch Bike Path. More Info >

Full Moon Summit Dinner Series ( 5:30pm - 8:00pm )

Enjoy a memorable evening celebrating seasonal cuisine, nature, and community as the sun sets over Bretton Woods and the moon rises above Mount Washington. The Full Moon Dinner Series takes place at Rosebrook Lodge, a refined alpine setting at the summit, accessed by the Skyway Gondola. With sweeping views of Mount Washington and the Presidential Range, this mountaintop experience delivers one of the most distinctive dining events in the White Mountains. More Info >

Halloweekend

Join us for Halloweekend 2026, a two-day Halloween celebration at Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa. From creative craft rooms and pumpkin carving contests to hayrides, a costume parade, and our annual adults only bash at The Cave, there’s frightful fun for every age. All activities are subject to change. More Info >

Halloween Firework Show ( 8:00pm - 8:30pm )

ABOUT Light up the wicked night with a Halloween Fireworks Show over Corcoran Pond! Enjoy an array of festive lights throughout the sky with music after a night of trick-or-treating, best viewed from Town Square. EVENT DETAILS DATE: Saturday, October 31st TIME: 8:00pm LOCATION: Town Square, Waterville Valley More Info >

Halloween Spooktacular ( 5:00pm - 11:00pm )

ABOUT Get your costumes ready for a night of tricks, treats, and spooky fun throughout Waterville Valley! 🎃 From a costume parade in Town Square to trick-or-treating around the Valley, haunted transportation, fireworks, and a late-night costume party at The Loft, Halloween is taking over the Valley. 5-6PM | COSTUME PARADE CONTEST Kick off the night with a Halloween Costume Parade through Town Square, followed by a costume contest with prizes! Costume Categories: Best Overall • Most Creative • Funniest • Spookiest • Best Kids Costume • Best Family/Group Costume 6-8PM | TRICK-OR-TREAT AND HAUNTED TROLLEY & WALK Make your way around the Valley Floor for trick-or-treating and trunk-or-treating at participating stops. Along with trick-or-treating, hop onto our haunted trolley for a spooky ride bringing you to a haunted walk and back into town! 8PM | HALLOWEEN FIREWORKS Look to the sky for a Halloween fireworks show! Best viewing will be from Town Square. 8PM | ADULT COSTUME PARTY AT THE LOFT Keep the night going at The Loft with a 21+ Halloween Costume Party featuring a DJ, drinks, dancing, and prizes for the night's best costumes. Adult Costume Categories: Best Overall • Most Creative • Funniest • Best Couple • Best Group • Crowd Favorite Come for the candy, stay for the fireworks, and celebrate Halloween all across Waterville Valley. EVENT DETAILS DATE: Saturday, October 31st TIME: 5pm Costume Parade Contest, 6pm Trick-or-Treat, 8pm Halloween Fireworks, 9pm 21+ Loft Costume Party LOCATION: Town Square, Waterville Valley More Info >

21+ Halloween Costume Party ( 8:00pm - 11:00pm )

ABOUT Things are getting wicked at The Loft! Throw on your best costume and join us for a 21+ Halloween Costume Party featuring a live DJ, drinks, dancing, prizes, and a night of wicked fun. Come dressed to impress: we’ll be handing out prizes throughout the night for Best Overall, Most Creative, Funniest, Best Couple, Best Group, and Crowd Favorite. Costumes encouraged. Good times required. 21+ only. Must present valid ID. EVENT DETAILS DATE: Saturday, October 31st TIME: 8:00pm, DJ starts at 8:15pm LOCATION: The Loft Entertainment Lounge, Town Square, Waterville Valley More Info >

Halloweekend

Join us for Halloweekend 2026, a two-day Halloween celebration at Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa. From creative craft rooms and pumpkin carving contests to hayrides, a costume parade, and our annual adults only bash at The Cave, there’s frightful fun for every age. All activities are subject to change. More Info >

Oktoberfest & Ski/Snowboard Sale ( 11:00am - 5:00pm )

Free Admission. Join the fun at the annual Oktoberfest at Pats Peak with Live Music with The Bavarian Brothers, German Food Fest, Harpoon German Beer Garden and German Beer Stein Sale. There will be Chair Lift Rides and Kids' Activities from 11am to 3pm. The Ski & Snowboard Sale is from 11am to 3pm selling new and used equipment and accessories at great prices! This is also your last chance to purchase your Pats Peak Season Pass at a discount! Don’t miss it! More Info >

2026 Gunstock Ski Club Annual Gear Sale ( 3:00pm - 8:00pm )

Join us in the Historic Main Lodge for the annual Gunstock Ski Club Gear Sale! Shop new and used skis, snowboards, poles, helmets, gloves, gear bags, boots, x-country skis, coats, pants and more! Hours: Friday, Nov. 6: 3-8 p.m. (Shopping) 3-7 p.m. Consignment dropoff Saturday, Nov. 7: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. (Shopping) More Info >

2026 Gunstock Ski Club Annual Gear Sale ( 9:00am - 1:00pm )

Join us in the Historic Main Lodge for the annual Gunstock Ski Club Gear Sale! Shop new and used skis, snowboards, poles, helmets, gloves, gear bags, boots, x-country skis, coats, pants and more! More Info >

Blackout 5K/10K Mountain Race ( 4:00pm - 7:00pm )

The 8th edition of the Blackout Mountain Race at Cranmore. Schedule: 4:00-5:15pm: Check In/Bib Pickup 5:25pm (sunset): 10k start 5:30pm: 5k start 6:15pm: Pizza and apres 6:45pm: Awards More Info >

Jackson XC Ski & Gear Swap ( 9:00am - 1:00pm )

The Jackson XC Ski & Gear Swap will take place on Saturday November 7th from 9a.m. to 1p.m. If you're looking to get yourself outfitted for the winter or clean out some closet space, this is the event for you. All items are sold on consignment, with 20% going to support Jackson XC. Items should be clean and in good working order. More Info >

Glenn Miller Orchestra ( 6:00pm - 10:00pm )

On Friday, November 20, the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa is proud to present, “In The Mood for Holiday Spirit,” featuring the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra. Enjoy a three-course dinner at our Grand Ballroom and dance the night away to music from legendary big band. More Info >

Skier's Open House ( 2:00pm - 7:00pm )

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2026 Two sessions: 2:00 – 4:00 early entry w BKL $10 donation – 20% off storewide (20% off ends at 4:00). No snacks till 4pm. 4:00 – 7:00pm 10% off storewide w snacks and bevs. Join us for our annual season kick-off where we celebrate the approaching winter wonderland over libations, snacks, expert gear advice, and store wide discounts! If you are hunting for the biggest discounts come between 1pm and 4pm. Our Bill Koch League Jr ski program will benefit from your $10 early entry fee and you will benefit from 20% off storewide! Big Day Brewing will be here after 4pm and the entire store goes to 10% at that time. Choose your shopping strategy wisely… Package discounts Door prizes / raffle to benefit our local kids Bill Koch ski league Up to 30% off all Swix grip wax Discounts on Season Passes Free wax service for all Nordic skis dropped off night of event! (one pair per skier) Snacks and drinks available. Think SNOW! Call to chat with one of our amazing sales representatives: (603) 466-2333 More Info >

53rd Homecoming Weekend & Brewfest ( 2:00pm - 5:00pm )

Join us for our Annual Homecoming Brewfest, where we’ll be celebrating all things beer! Sample a variety of craft brews from local and regional breweries and of course, enjoy live music with one of our favorite local bands Broke & Ugly. Whether you’re a beer connoisseur or just looking for a fun time with friends, this event is not to be missed. Grab your tickets now and let’s raise a glass to good times and great beer! BrewFest admission is included in the purchase of an etched Brewfest pint glass. Must be 21+ to participate. More Info >

New Year's Eve Fireworks ( 9:20pm - 9:40pm )

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Pats Peak on December 31 with skiing, snowboarding and snowtubing, capped off by a spectacular fireworks display at 9:20 PM. Live music in the Sled Pub from 6–9 PM along with drink specials. More Info >

M. W. Otto Rhode Memorial Skin & Ski ( 11:30am - 4:00pm )

A fundraiser for the Granite Backcountry Alliance, this is the ONLY day in the calendar year when you can skin up and ski / snowboard down the legendary Mt. Washington Auto Road. More Info >

Ski, Shoe & Fatbike To The Clouds ( 10:00am - 4:00pm )

Long referred to as “North America’s Toughest 10K”, the Ski, Shoe & Fatbike to the Clouds course uses 4k of the Great Glen Trails system, and then 6k on the snow covered Mt. Washington Auto Road with an average grade of 12% and an elevation gain of 2,200 feet. Ski, Shoe & Fatbike to the Clouds is considered a freestyle event (there will not be separate classes for classic and skate skiing) and entrants are required to complete 10 KM using one pair of skis, snowshoes, or one fatbike (no switching allowed). Participants must be able to comfortably ski, snowshoe, or fatbike the six kilometers down the Mt. Washington Auto Road after they finish the race. This is NOT an event for the inexperienced! Official timing will end 2 hours after the start of the last particpant, around 12:30pm. More Info >