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July 4-6th, 2025
Celebrate the 4th of July with a long weekend full of mountain charm, small-town magic, and classic summer fun at Sugarbush. Featuring the Warren 4th of July Parade - a spectacle and street party like no other - this holiday is as eccentric as it is iconic. After the parade, enjoy live music, lawn games, scenic lift rides, family activities, and mountain adventures all weekend long. Cap it off with a fireworks show right Lincoln Peak. Whether you're here for the day or staying for the whole weekend, Sugarbush is your basecamp for an unforgettable 4th of July Weekend.
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Parades fireworks and more!
4th of July at Sugarbush
Jul
4
Fri
Annual
Date & Time
Jul. 4, 2025 — Jul. 6, 2025
All day
Celebrate Independence Day in true mountain style; where long summer days roll into music-filled nights, and fireworks light up the Mad River Valley sky. Join us for a weekend packed with live bands, lawn games, family-friendly fun, great food, cold drinks, and all the laid-back summer vibes you’ve been waiting for. Whether you’re here for the full long weekend or just swinging by for the day, there’s something happening around every corner.
See below for a full lineup of events and daily activities.
See below for a full lineup of events and daily activities.
Jul
4
Fri
Annual
Parades fireworks and more!
4th of July at Sugarbush
Date & Time
Jul. 4, 2025 — Jul. 6, 2025
All day
Celebrate Independence Day in true mountain style; where long summer days roll into music-filled nights, and fireworks light up the Mad River Valley sky. Join us for a weekend packed with live bands, lawn games, family-friendly fun, great food, cold drinks, and all the laid-back summer vibes you’ve been waiting for. Whether you’re here for the full long weekend or just swinging by for the day, there’s something happening around every corner.
See below for a full lineup of events and daily activities.
See below for a full lineup of events and daily activities.
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ACTIVITY TIME LOCATION DETAILS The Warren Parade 10AM Warren Village For 2025, the 75th-parade will celebrate our independence with a wild, wacky, and wickedly fun parade, street dance, and family festivities at the Warren 4th of July Parade and Festivities! The Parade begins at 10am, you'll want to arrive early to get a good spot. Parade Shuttles 8AM-4PM Lincoln Peak Parking Lot Free Shuttle to the Warren Parade: School buses will travel between Lincoln Peak and the Covered Bridge Road/Rt 100. Bus will begin running from 8am to 4pm and will not make any stops along the route. BE EARLY – DON’T WAIT TO THE LAST MINUTE! FREE Scenic Lift Rides (Thanks to our friend's at Lawson's Finest Liquids!) 10-5PM Super Bravo Pick up your free ticket at Guest Services, then head up the mountain to soak in the views. Just don’t forget to dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear, it can get breezy at the top! Presented by Lawson's Finest Liquids. 4th of July Bingo! 11-5PM All over! Celebrate the 4th with a game that takes you all around the resort! Pick up your Bingo card at Guest Services, check off activities, sights, or selfies, and complete a row to win a Sugarbush sling-style water bottle. Bonus: You’ll also be entered into our 4th of July Raffle. Game on, patriot! Axe Throwing 12-4PM Lincoln Peak Base Area Unleash your inner lumberjack with axe throwing from our friends at Burly Axe! Test your aim, feel the thrill, and maybe even hit a bullseye. It’s safe, satisfying, and surprisingly addicting. Step right up and let the chips fly! Courtyard Cookout 12-6PM Lincoln Peak Courtyard Kick back and enjoy the smooth, soulful sounds of Jenne and Feller. This acoustic duo brings laid-back mountain vibes and feel-good tunes perfect for a summer afternoon.Presented by Lawson's Finest Liquids. Live Music ft. Jenne + Feller 12-3PM Lincoln Peak Courtyard A Sugarbush favorite! The Detonators bring high-energy rock and roll that’ll have you dancing in your lawn chair. Don’t miss this explosive local act.Presented by Lawson's Finest Liquids. Live Music ft. the Detonator's 3-6PM Lincoln Peak Courtyard A true crowd favorite, The Holter Family Band kicks things off with infectious energy, tight harmonies, and a genre-bending sound that gets everyone on their feet.Presented by Lawson's Finest Liquids. Live Music ft. The Holter Family Band 6-9PM Lincoln Peak Courtyard Cap off the holiday with a bang! Join us for a dazzling fireworks display lighting up the mountain sky. Watch from the base area or set up in the parking lot for a great view.Please leave furry friends at home, loud noises and big crowds aren’t their kind of fun. Fireworks 9PM Lincoln Peak Base Area Cap off the holiday with a bang! Join us for a dazzling fireworks display lighting up the mountain sky. Watch from the base area or set up in the parking lot for a great view.Please leave furry friends at home, loud noises and big crowds aren’t their kind of fun. Lawn Games All Day Lincoln Peak Base Area Bring on the backyard fun! Swing by the Courtyard for classic lawn games like cornhole, mini-golf and more. Whether you're a fierce competitor or just in it for the laughs, there’s something for every age and energy level. It’s the perfect spot to play, hang out, and soak up summer. Rubber Ducky Drop 10-4PM Guest Services Desk Test your aim in the Rubber Ducky Drop! Pick up your duck at Guest Services, ride the lift, and try to drop it into the kiddie pool waiting below one of the first towers. Nail the shot and win a Sugarbush t-shirt- perfect for tie-dye fun later in the Courtyard! Tie-Dye 11-5PM Lincoln Peak Courtyard Get colorful with tie-dye fun in the Courtyard! Bring your own gear or pick up a special Sugarbush shirt at the Guest Services desk. Feeling lucky? You could win one in the Rubber Ducky Drop (see above). All ages welcome. Create a wearable souvenir that’s as bold as your weekend! Face Painting 2-4PM Lincoln Peak Courtyard Add a splash of sparkle at our Face Painting station in the Courtyard! Whether you want a fierce tiger, a fluttery butterfly, or just a little glitter, we’ve got you covered. Perfect for kids (and kids-at-heart). Come get festival-ready... your selfie game will thank you. Sunflower Daydream All Day Lincoln Peak Courtyard Plant a little sunshine to take home with you! Swing by our Sunflower Daydream station and pot your own seed to grow all summer long. Decorate your planter, dig in the dirt, and bring home a bloom full of memories. Snowgun Waterfall 1-4PM Behind Gate House Lodge Beat the heat the mountain way, cool off under a snowgun mist! We’re turning on the chill for a refreshing blast behind the Gate House Lodge. It’s part sprinkler, part snow machine, and 100% fun. Don’t forget your towel (or just dry off in the sun)!
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ACTIVITY TIME LOCATION DETAILS Music on the Mountain 1-4PM TBD Music on the Mountain is back! This time featuring the soulful, high-energy sounds of AmerikanaBlues! This one’s a shine-only show up on the mountain, so pack your blanket, hope for sunshine, and get ready to groove. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, don’t worry the music will still roll on at a backup location. Presented by Lawson's Finest Liquids. Scenic Lift Rides 10-5PM Super Bravo Lift Take a ride to the top of the mountain and enjoy stunning views of the Mad River Valley - scenic lift rides are available Friday-Sunday, weather permitting. Tickets can be purchased online or at Guest Services. Axe Throwing 1-4PM Lincoln Peak Base Area Unleash your inner lumberjack with axe throwing from our friends at Burly Axe! Test your aim, feel the thrill, and maybe even hit a bullseye. It’s safe, satisfying, and surprisingly addicting. Step right up and let the chips fly! Lawn Games All Day Lincoln Peak Base Area Bring on the backyard fun! Swing by the Courtyard for classic lawn games like cornhole, mini-golf and more. Whether you're a fierce competitor or just in it for the laughs, there’s something for every age and energy level. It’s the perfect spot to play, hang out, and soak up summer. Rubber Ducky Drop 10-4PM Guest Services Desk Test your aim in the Rubber Ducky Drop! Pick up your duck at Guest Services, ride the lift, and try to drop it into the kiddie pool waiting below one of the first towers. Nail the shot and win a Sugarbush t-shirt- perfect for tie-dye fun later in the Courtyard! Tie-Dye 11-4PM Lincoln Peak Courtyard Get colorful with tie-dye fun in the Courtyard! Bring your own gear or pick up a special Sugarbush shirt at the Guest Services desk. Feeling lucky? You could win one in the Rubber Ducky Drop (see above). All ages welcome. Create a wearable souvenir that’s as bold as your weekend! Caricature Artist 1-4PM Allyn's Lodge Swing by Allyn's Lodge (during Music on the Mountain) for a free caricature drawing! Our talented artist will capture your best features (and maybe exaggerate a few) in a fun, one-of-a-kind keepsake. It’s first-come, first-served....so strike a pose, flash a smile, and take home a quirky souvenir of your weekend at Sugarbush! Sunflower Daydream All Day Lincoln Peak Courtyard Plant a little sunshine to take home with you! Swing by our Sunflower Daydream station and pot your own seed to grow all summer long. Decorate your planter, dig in the dirt, and bring home a bloom full of memories. Face Painting 2-4PM Lincoln Peak Courtyard Add a splash of sparkle at our Face Painting station in the Courtyard! Whether you want a fierce tiger, a fluttery butterfly, or just a little glitter, we’ve got you covered. Perfect for kids (and kids-at-heart). Come get festival-ready.... your selfie game will thank you. Snowgun Waterfall 1-4PM Behind Gate House Lodge Beat the heat the mountain way, cool off under a snowgun mist! We’re turning on the chill for a refreshing blast behind the Hate House Lodge. It’s part sprinkler, part snow machine, and 100% fun. Don’t forget your towel (or just dry off in the sun)!
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ACTIVITY TIME LOCATION DETAILS Live Music 1-4PM Lincoln Peak Courtyard Wrap up the long weekend with live music in the Courtyard... because there’s no better way to end the festivities than with good tunes and great company. Artist TBA, but you can count on a laid-back set that’s perfect for kicking back, relaxing, and soaking in the last moments of the holiday. Scenic Lift Rides 10-5PM Super Bravo Lift Take a ride to the top of the mountain and enjoy stunning views of the Mad River Valley - scenic lift rides are available Friday-Sunday, weather permitting. Tickets can be purchased online or at Guest Services. Lawn Games All Day Lincoln Peak Base Area Bring on the backyard fun! Swing by the Courtyard for classic lawn games like cornhole and more. Whether you're a fierce competitor or just in it for the laughs, there’s something for every age and energy level. It’s the perfect spot to play, hang out, and soak up summer. Rubber Ducky Drop 10-4PM Guest Services Desk Test your aim in the Rubber Ducky Drop! Pick up your duck at Guest Services, ride the lift, and try to drop it into the kiddie pool waiting below one of the first towers. Nail the shot and win a Sugarbush t-shirt- perfect for tie-dye fun later in the Courtyard! Tie-Dye 11-5PM Lincoln Peak Courtyard Get colorful with tie-dye fun in the Courtyard! Bring your own gear or pick up a special Sugarbush shirt at the Guest Services desk. Feeling lucky? You could win one in the Rubber Ducky Drop (see above). All ages welcome. Create a wearable souvenir that’s as bold as your weekend! Caricature Artist 1-4PM Lincoln Peak Courtyard Stop by the Courtyard for a free caricature drawing! Our talented artist will capture your best features (and maybe exaggerate a few) in a fun, one-of-a-kind keepsake. It’s first-come, first-served.... so strike a pose, flash a smile, and take home a quirky souvenir of your weekend at Sugarbush! Sunflower Daydream All Day Lincoln Peak Courtyard Plant a little sunshine to take home with you! Swing by our Sunflower Daydream station and pot your own seed to grow all summer long. Decorate your planter, dig in the dirt, and bring home a bloom full of memories. Snowgun Waterfall 1-4PM Behind Gate House Lodge Beat the heat the mountain way, cool off under a snowgun mist! We’re turning on the chill for a refreshing blast behind the Hate House Lodge. It’s part sprinkler, part snow machine, and 100% fun. Don’t forget your towel (or just dry off in the sun)!
Intro to Disc Golf Clinic All Day Disc Golf Course Sharpen your skills or learn the basics at our intro to disc golf clinics, with two sessions offered: one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Whether you’re new to the game or looking to level up your throws, our instructors have you covered.
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Beyond the Festivities
Looking for even more ways to fill your weekend? Beyond the festivities, Sugarbush offers a full lineup of summer fun. Cool off with a swim at the Recreation Center, tee off for a round of golf or disc golf, or hit the trails.... whether you're exploring the local mountain biking network or taking a scenic spin on some backroads. Or simply just explore all that the Mad River Valley has to offer.
With so much to do on and off the mountain, your long weekend adventure is just getting started.
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With so much to do on and off the mountain, your long weekend adventure is just getting started.
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Sleep Steps from the Action
Looking to turn your 4th of July into a proper getaway? Sugarbush has two festive lodging packages to help you celebrate in style. Go big with three nights for the price of two at Clay Brook or The Lodge at Lincoln Peak - just book Friday and Saturday, and we’ll throw in Thursday or Sunday on us. Want something a little more flexible? Save 20% on any length of stay at The Lodge and keep the party close without overcommitting.
Either way, you’ll be steps from parades, fireworks, live music, and everything else that makes the long weekend unforgettable.
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Either way, you’ll be steps from parades, fireworks, live music, and everything else that makes the long weekend unforgettable.
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