What:  An annual event, bringing community together to celebrate winter sports in Guilford!
​When:  Sunday, February 16th from 12 - 2:00​
Where:  Guilford Fairgrounds, 163 Fairground Rd, Guilford, VT
The Guilford Recreation Commission invites you to attend
Winterfest at the Fairgrounds!
Sunday, February 16th from 12 - 2:00
This event is FREE and open to all community members!

Winterfest at the Fairgrounds is an annual event, originating in 2019, with the goal of bringing the community together to celebrate winter sports in Guilford!

Nordic

Bring your Nordic skis and enjoy Nordic Skiing at the Fairgrounds.  Create your own trail- or follow a groomed loop.   Individual timed trials will give you an opportunity to beat your own time.  Everyone who participates will receive a ribbon.

Snow Sculpture

Guilford’s Homeschool Group will be leading the snow sculpture artistry and the sledding fun!  Bring a shovel and your snow sculpting tools, or use what is available on site to create a fabulous snow sculpture.

Sledding

Bring a sled for the best sledding in town!

Snowball Launcher

Guilford’s Cub Scout Troop 447 will have a snowball launcher and targets for you to test your aim. 

Snowshoe

The Guilford Conservation Commission will lead a guided snowshoe at the Fairgrounds.  Bring your snowshoes or loan a pair for the event. The Guilford Free Library is making available their inventory of snowshoes for adults and children to use.

S’mores

The Guilford Recreation Commission will provide hot chocolate and address fire safety while you toast marshmallows for s’mores by the campfire.
We hope you will come out and enjoy Winterfest at the Fairgrounds with your friends and neighbors!
In the event of inclement weather, Winterfest will be rescheduled for the following Sunday, Feb. 16th from 12-2.

Testimonials

"This was such a wonderful event! We had so much fun! Thanks to all that made it happen!"  ~  Aleshia Reid