Mad River Valley Chamber of Commerce

My new friends from Maine were shipping aggressively this weekend!

Last weekend, the Mad River Valley once again welcomed runners, families, and visitors from near and far for the Mad Marathon. While the finish ...

Some places have a way of coming back around. For generations, the intersection of Routes 100 and 17 has been one of the most recognizable crossroads in the Mad River Valley—a place where visitors arrive, locals connect, and adventures begin. This summer, that corner is entering a new chapter.

On Saturday, July 25,

On Saturday, July 25, the Mad River Valley will come alive with bicycles, live music, great food, craft beer, and an incredible sense of community as Grateful Gravel 2026 rolls into town.

But this year’s event represents something much bigger than another outstanding ...

If Memorial Day marks the start of summer on the calendar, the Fourth of July marks the beginning of summer in the Mad River Valley.

This holiday weekend is the unofficial kickoff to the heart of our summer season. It’s when the Valley truly comes alive—our villages bustle with activity, trails fill with hikers, rivers and swimming holes become gathering places, outdoo...

When people ask what the Chamber does, they’re often thinking about visitor guides, marketing campaigns, networking events, or tourism promotion. Those things matter.

But some of the most important work we do happens quietly, behind the scenes, when we bring people together around a common goal.