Challenge Yourself with the Trapp Mountain Marathon
For the active traveler seeking an adventure getaway amidst peak fall foliage, the Trapp Mountain Marathon on Saturday, October 18, 2025, presents a formidable challenge. The race, which includes both half and full marathon distances, takes place on the lodge’s renowned trail system.
Runners will traverse a challenging course that features single-track trails and rugged dirt roads. The full marathon requires two loops of a 13.1-mile course, resulting in a significant vertical gain and loss of 3,800 feet. This exciting event is the perfect opportunity to experience the iconic Vermont colors while testing your limits on a truly stunning mountain course.
Social Gatherings and Local Culture
Beyond the trails, the lodge offers several fun, weekly, and one-off events designed to bring guests together:
- Paint & Sip Mondays at the Kaffeehaus: Throughout the fall, guests can unleash their artistic side with a two-hour Paint & Sip class led by local Vermonter Natalie Carr. The sessions feature rotating themes, including the lodge's famous Highland Cows or seasonal foliage scenes. The class includes all supplies and cheese and crackers, with beer and wine available for purchase.
- Bierhall Fall Music Series: Every Saturday evening this fall, and on Sunday night of Columbus Day weekend, the Bierhall (and its biergarten) hosts live music from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM. The von Trapp Brewing Bierhall is a destination in itself, allowing guests to relax with house lagers and farm-to-table cuisine after a day of exploring Stowe.
- Trivia Night at the Bierhall: This popular new event continues on Thursdays throughout the winter months, running from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Attendees can compete for prizes and should RSVP to ensure a spot.
- Chamber Music Stowe (October 12, 2025): Experience a touch of classical European culture with Chamber Music Stowe's October concert, a Musical Homage featuring Beethoven’s String Quartet, op 18 no. 1 in F Major.
A Season of Cheer and Tradition
As autumn transitions into the early holiday season, von Trapp Family Lodge & Resort offers two major family-focused events that draw guests from across New England and beyond:
- Thanksgiving Dinner (Thursday, November 27, 2025): Travelers can escape the stress of holiday cooking and cleanup by bringing their family to the lodge for a full Thanksgiving meal, complete with live piano music running from noon to 7:30 PM.
- Holiday Tree Lighting (Saturday, November 29, 2025): Officially kicking off the winter festivities, this grand tradition features caroling, hot cocoa, cookies, and even a visit from Santa's reindeer from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, culminating in the festive tree lighting at sundown.
From intense trail running to peaceful painting and warm holiday traditions, the von Trapp Family Lodge offers a diverse slate of activities that make it a must-visit destination for lodging and experiences in New England.
