SCHWENDI FEST

NOT YOUR AVERAGE Oktoberfest

Schwendi Fest is BACK and BIGGER than ever! Taking place on October 13th, this mountain-top extravaganza celebrates the stunning foliage season while looking ahead to ski season!

• Embrace the fall colors through a scenic chairlift ride up Tecumseh Express.

• Treat yourself to a Schwendi Hutte BBQ

• Indulge in some libations - hot apple cider (spiked and unspiked), beer, and seltzer will be available for purchase.

• Warm up by a massive mountain-top bonfire.

• Enjoy passed Schwendi Cinnamon Rolls

• Kids will stay busy with plenty of family-friendly games, activities, and a movie showing inside the bottom floor of the Hutte.

• The Resort Trolley will be running, so if you're staying in the valley, you’ve already secured your DD for this event!

TICKETS INCLUDE: Scenic chairlift ride up & down Tecumseh Express and lunch (BBQ - Choice of burger/brat/hot dog, apple & chips). BUY TICKETS BEFORE WE SELL OUT!

KIDS 5 & UNDER ARE FREE - You must redeem a tyke ticket from the Ticket Window.

PRIZES AND MERCH AVAILABLE AT EVENT!

DATE: Sunday October 13, 2024

FIRST CHAIR: 12PM

LAST CHAIR: 4:45PM

SEATING

Seating may be limited - we encourage you to bring picnic blankets (no lawn chairs will be allowed on the chairlift).

ADULT BEVERAGES

Please be aware that, in accordance with the New Hampshire Liquor Commission rules & regulations, outside alcohol cannot be consumed at the summit. Given this rule is a stipulation of our liquor license, we will be strictly enforcing this policy. Coolers will not be allowed on the chairlift. You'll be able to purchase alcoholic beverages from the Schwendi Hutte. If you're planning on enjoying some adult beverages during Schwendi Fest, please remember to bring your government-issued I.D.

25TH ANNUAL CHILI CHALLENGE

TOWN SQUARE, WATERVILLE VALLEY

Waterville Valley restaurants compete in Town Square for the title of the best chili in the Valley! With your admission fee, you’ll get to sample of every restaurant’s chili and cast your vote to a chili ballot.

FEE: $7.50 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under.
PLEASE NOTE: Waterville Valley Resort does not pre-sell tickets for this event. Tickets must be purchased at event day-of.

Along side the chili will be the 12th Annual Rally in the Valley all vehicle show, presented by the East Coast Camaro Club. Awards, and 50/50 raffle. $20 donation; proceeds to benefit a charity. Registration at gate. Rain or shine.

Live entertainment will be at the Gazebo stage in Town Square from 12-3pm.

Come out enjoy good food, good music and, sweet cars!

EVENT SCHEDULE

12pm - Chili Challenge Kicks Off

2pm - Chili Ballots Close

2:15pm - Chili Winner Announced

12-3pm - Live Entertainment on the Gazebo Stage in Town Square

12TH ANNUAL RALLY IN THE VALLEY CAR SHOW

TOWN SQUARE, WATERVILLE VALLEY
PRESENTED BY EAST COAST CAMARO CLUB

The 12th Annual Rally in the Valley all vehicle show, presented by the East Coast Camaro Club, is coming back to Waterville Valley! Trophies, Awards, 50/50 raffles, food, music, shopping, fall foliage, and much more! Donations of $20 per show vehicle; proceeds to benefit Tufts Medicine Care at Home (formerly MVH and Home Health Foundation). Registration at gate. Rain or shine. Alongside the car show is our annual Chili Challenge happening from 12pm - 2pm!

Live entertainment will be at the Gazebo stage in Town Square from 12-3pm.

Come out enjoy good food, good music, and sweet cars!

EVENT SCHEDULE

9am - 12th Annual Rally in the Valley Car Show Opens to the Public

12pm - Chili Challenge Kicks Off

3pm - Trophies, Awards, & Winners

12-3pm - Live Entertainment on the Gazebo Stage in Town Square

NEW HAMPSHIRE’S RUN FOR THE FALLEN

WATERVILLE VALLEY, NH

The 2024 Run for the Fallen NH is  Saturday, September 21st, in Waterville Valley. The opening ceremony will take place in the Field of Honor in Town Square. The 4-mile loop run/walk route will honor New Hampshire's Fallen Heroes. The following roads will be affected: Village Road, Valley Road, Boulder Path Road, West Branch Road, Tripoli Road.

PLEASE NOTE: This is not a race. All are welcome to walk, run, stroll, meander or just hang out along the loop honoring New Hampshire's Fallen Heroes (4 miles is NOT required). There is no charge to participate, although Run for the Fallen NH, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, appreciates donations. This is NOT a race. We finish together, in gratitude.

RUN DAY SCHEDULE
8:00 am Registration opens for Gold Star Families and Runners and Walkers
9:00 am Opening Ceremony
9:45 am Gold Star Families and Hero Buddies depart to stand next to their Fallen Hero posters along the run route.
10:00 am Run/Walk Begins
11:30 am Run/Walk Ends.
12:00 pm Lunch provided for Gold Star Families at the Waterville Conference Center.

Join us in Town Square for the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Animal Encounter Series! Live animal presentations will be shown by expert naturalists. Native wildlife ambassadors will inform and inspire children, adults, and families alike. Animal Encounter Events take place every Sunday (and select Mondays) this summer, beginning at 10am under the tent.

sold out - SCHWENDI FEST

NOT YOUR AVERAGE Oktoberfest

Waterville's first-ever Schwendi Fest is taking place on October 8th! This mountain-top extravaganza celebrates the stunning foliage season while looking ahead to ski season! Enjoy a scenic chairlift ride up Tecumseh Express and treat yourself to a Schwendi Hutte BBQ, and drinks. There will be plenty of family-friendly games and activities -water balloon launches, treasure hunts, musical chairs, and more! Prizes have been generously donated by Ski Fanatics, Get Schwendi, Sam Adams and the Waterville Valley Resort Welcome Center. We'll be firing up the Schwendi Hutte BBQ, grilling burgers, hot dogs, and bratwursts! Hot apple cider (spiked and unspiked), beer, and wine will be available for purchase. If you're staying in the valley, you can hop on the resort trolley and ride it up to the ski resort!

Wear a cozy sweater, sip on some hot apple cider, bring the kids to paint pumpkins, and take in mountainous foliage views, all from 3,600’ elevation. Whether you’re looking to leaf-peep, enjoy quality family time, or simply sit on the Schwendi Hutte deck and crack open a cold one - there’s no better place to spend your long weekend!

attendee information

** A valid photo I.D. will be required to pickup your Schwendi Fest tickets. **

SKIP THE LINES - PICK UP YOUR SCHWENDI FEST TICKETS AHEAD OF TIME!

Skip the lines and pick up your ticket ahead of time! Stop by the Waterville Valley Resort Welcome Center and pick up your Shcwnedi Fest tickets! Tickets will be available for pickup Thursday (10/5) - Saturday (10/7). Beginning Sunday (10/8), tickets will ONLY be available for pickup at the Ski Resort Ticket Window. Once you pick up your tickets from the Welcome Center, can head straight to the lift on Sunday!

SEATING

Seating may be limited - we encourage you to bring picnic blankets (no lawn chairs will be allowed on the chairlift).

ADULT BEVERAGES

Please be aware that, in accordance with the New Hampshire Liquor Commission rules & regulations, outside alcohol cannot be consumed at the summit. Given this rule is a stipulation of our liquor liscene, we will be strictly enforcing this policy. Coolers will not be allowed on the chairlift. You'll be able to purchase alcoholic beverages from the Schwendi Hutte. If you're planning on enjoying some adult beverages during Schwendi Fest, please remember to bring your government-issued I.D.

TICKETS: $25 - Includes a scenic chairlift ride up & down Tecumseh Express, plus complimentary food! Purchase online in advance.
Kids under 5 - FREE!

DATE: October 8th, 2023

TIME: 11am-4pm (food service ends at 3pm, last chair at 4pm)

24TH ANNUAL CHILI CHALLENGE

TOWN SQUARE, WATERVILLE VALLEY

Waterville Valley restaurants compete in Town Square for the title of the best chili in the Valley! With your admission fee, you’ll get to sample of every restaurant’s chili and cast your vote to a chili ballot.

FEE: $7.50 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under.

Along side the chili will be the 11th Annual Ralley in the Valley all vehicle show, presented by the East Coast Camaro Club. Awards, and 50/50 raffle. $15 donation; proceeds to benefit a charity. Registration at gate. Rain or shine.

Live entertainment will be at the Gazebo stage in Town Square from 12-3pm.

Come out enjoy good food, good music and, sweet cars!

EVENT SCHEDULE

12pm - Chili Challenge Kicks Off

2pm - Chili Ballots Close

2:15pm - Chili Winner Announced

12-3pm - Live Entertainment on the Gazebo Stage in Town Square

11TH ANNUAL RALLY IN THE VALLEY CAR SHOW

TOWN SQUARE, WATERVILLE VALLEY
PRESENTED BY EAST COAST CAMARO CLUB

The 11th Annual Rally in the Valley all vehicle show, presented by the East Coast Camaro Club, is coming back to Waterville Valley! Trophies, Awards, 50/50 raffles, food, music, shopping, fall foliage, and much more! Donations of $20 per show vehicle; proceeds to benefit Tufts Medicine Care at Home (formerly MVH and Home Health Foundation). Registration at gate. Rain or shine. Alongside the car show is our annual Chili Challenge happening from 12pm - 2pm!

Live entertainment will be at the Gazebo stage in Town Square from 12-3pm.

Come out enjoy good food, good music, and sweet cars!

EVENT SCHEDULE

9am - 11th Annual Rally in the Valley Car Show Opens to the Public

12pm - Chili Challenge Kicks Off

3pm - Trophies, Awards, & Winners

12-3pm - Live Entertainment on the Gazebo Stage in Town Square

NEW HAMPSHIRE’S RUN FOR THE FALLEN

WATERVILLE VALLEY, NH

The 2023 Run for the Fallen NH is  Saturday, September 23rd, in Waterville Valley. The opening ceremony will take place in the Field of Honor in Town Square. The 4-mile loop run/walk route will honor New Hampshire's Fallen Heroes. The following roads will be affected: Village Road, Valley Road, Boulder Path Road, West Branch Road, Tripoli Road.

PLEASE NOTE: This is not a race. All are welcome to walk, run, stroll, meander or just hang out along the loop honoring New Hampshire's Fallen Heroes (4 miles is NOT required). There is no charge to participate, although Run for the Fallen NH, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, appreciates donations. This is NOT a race. We finish together, in gratitude.

RUN DAY SCHEDULE
8:00 am Registration opens for Gold Star Families and Runners and Walkers
9:00 am Opening Ceremony
9:45 am Gold Star Families and Hero Buddies depart to stand next to their Fallen Hero posters along the run route.
10:00 am Run/Walk Begins
11:30 am Run/Walk Ends.
12:00 pm Lunch provided for Gold Star Families at the Waterville Conference Center.

MID STATE HEALTH PRESENTS

GLOW BALL GOLF TOURNAMENT

ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT LITTLE ANTLERS LEARNING CENTER

On Friday, September 15, Mid State’s Little Antlers is hosting its 2nd Annual Glow-Ball Golf Tournament, in which teams of 4 will by golf by moon and glowing light! Tickets include golfing fees, 2 LED glow-in-the-dark golf balls, a headlamp, and dinner. Raffle tickets and drinks are also available for purchase. Tournament proceeds will support Mid-State’s new tuition assistance program which will assist low-to-moderate income families struggling to afford childcare by providing them with subsidized tuition rates at Mid-State’s Little Antlers Learning Center.

When: Friday, September 15, 2023  5PM

Where: Waterville Valley Golf Club, 3 Lost Pass Road, Waterville, NH

Cost: $500 per foursome |

*Walking event only, handcarts available.

EVENT SCHEDULE:

5:00 PM: Registration, cocktails, raffles

6:00 PM: BBQ Buffet

7:00 PM Shotgun Start