Fourth of July at Vermont Ski Areas
Discover Vermont's top Fourth of July events, from mountain fireworks to small-town parades. Plan your holiday weekend with this roundup of festive celebrations.
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So many opportunities in the ski industry, find your fit.
A non-profit trade association founded in 1969 to serve alpine and cross-country ski areas, the Vermont Ski Areas Association (Ski Vermont) is a proud ambassador of the thriving winter tourism industry in Vermont, where skiing and snowboarding are the official state winter sports.
The top ski state in the east and among the top destinations in the US, Vermont boasts world-class snowmaking quality, coverage, and operational efficiency, a wide variety of terrain, and profound historical impact on the sports of skiing and snowboarding - making it one of the most significant ski and ride destinations in the world.
Ski Vermont’s mission is to help maintain an environment in which the state’s ski areas can grow and prosper. Ski Vermont serves its 21 Alpine and 26 Cross Country member resorts in three major areas: Governmental Affairs, Marketing and Public Affairs.
But, how do you actually get to your favorite ski and snowboard resorts? As locals, we have learned the ins and outs, and do's and don'ts when traveling to and around the Green Mountain State. We are here to help you get to Vermont in just 3 easy steps!
Step 1: Choose your perfect Vermont ski or snowboard destination. Not sure what resort is best for you? Check out our Resort Finder which allows you to sort Vermont's resorts by type, region and amenities. (Don't worry, we'll wait here while you do this...)
Step 2: Decide how you want to travel. Vermont is very accessible with plenty of options to suit the needs of everyone from every destination. We have some of the best ways to access the Green Mountains. (You're welcome!)
Step 3: Grab your skis and boards, pack your bags and get ready for an amazing time in the Green Mountains.
Discover Vermont's top Fourth of July events, from mountain fireworks to small-town parades. Plan your holiday weekend with this roundup of festive celebrations.
MONTPELIER, Vt. (June 5, 2025) – Ski Vermont’s 56th Annual Meeting at Sugarbush Resort celebrated a 1.1% increase in skier visits, totaling 4.16 million for the 2024–25 season—surpassing regional averages and reinforcing Vermont’s status as the top ski state in the East. Average snowfall reached 218 inches, with ski areas operating an average of 117 days. Cross-country skiing also surged, up 37% from last season with 322,353 visits, thanks to a consistently cold winter. Meeting highlights included panels on workforce development, outdoor recreation strategy, and mental health in the ski industry. The event recognized long-serving industry professionals with Career Achievement Awards and honored Kelly Pawlak with an Industry Achievement Award. Despite late-season weather setbacks and declining Canadian visitation, the industry remains strong, resilient, and committed to community investment and inclusive outdoor access.
After nearly a decade in receivership, Burke Mountain is turning the page with new ownership, major investments in snowmaking and infrastructure, and a bold vision to become a premier year-round destination in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom.
Vermont ski areas lead in sustainability with 750+ efficiency projects since 2000, saving over 1 billion kWh and reinforcing the state's legacy of environmental stewardship.
Inspired by the 273-mile hiking trail that traverses through the Green Mountains, Long Trail Brewing Company has been a caretaker of Vermont craft since 1989.
