Aug. 23 and 24
11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Bixby Field, Route 103 and Bixby Road, Ludlow, Vt.
LUDLOW, Vt. – The Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the fifth annual Best of Vermont Summer Festival, a two-day celebration of everything we love about summer in Vermont. Join us Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 23-24, from 11:00 a.m. – 5 p.m., rain or shine, for a weekend packed with music, food, and lots of fun in Okemo Valley, where the Mountains and Lakes District comes alive.
Live music lineup
Saturday, Aug. 23
- 11 a.m. – Bear Mountain Boys
- 1 p.m. – Weston Theater Company
- 3 p.m. – The Rustie Bus Band
Sunday, Aug. 24
- 11 a.m. – Ida Mae Specker
- 1 p.m. – Rick Redington & Tuff Luv
- 3 p.m. – Line dancing with Brit Compton
Festival highlights
- Line dancing with Brit Compton
- Farm animals
- Expanded Kids Fun Corner with face painting, Troy the Clown, giant games, and scavenger hunts
- More than 100 vendors featuring artisan crafts, specialty foods, and local farms
- Artisan tent showcasing Vermont’s finest makers
- Dining tent featuring Burgers & Brew, SALDO Wines, lobster rolls, handmade vendor products, and Okemo’s Waffle Cabin
- Festival-wide food favorites, including fried dough and barbecue
- Local distilleries and an expanded Brewfest Beer Garden hosted by Brewfest Beverage Company
- Vendor raffle with fabulous prizes
Thank you to our 2025 festival sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
- Mary W. Davis Realtor & Associates
Lead Sponsors
- Inside Edge Rentals
- Okemo Mountain Resort
- SALDO Wines
Foundation Sponsors
- The Vermont Country Store
- Diamond Point Wealth Partners
- Berkshire Bank
- Brewfest Beverage Company
Program Sponsors
- LaValley’s Building Supply
- Down to the Roots
- Master Plumbing & Heating
- Oliver Subaru
- Magris Talc
- WW Building Supply
We are deeply grateful to these generous sponsors whose support makes this celebration possible and helps us showcase the very best of Vermont.
Thank you to our volunteers
This festival would not be possible without the dedication of our incredible volunteers. Their energy and enthusiasm bring the event to life – from setup and logistics, to guest services and cleanup. We welcome new volunteers, and invite anyone interested to join the team and be part of this vibrant community celebration.
Related Event
On a related note, join Benson’s Chevrolet for their ninth annual Cruise In on Friday, Aug. 22, from 5-7 p.m., at Benson’s Chevrolet, located at 25 Pond Street, Ludlow, Vt. Enjoy classic cars, community camaraderie, and a great kickoff to the festival weekend. For more information, call 802-228-4000.
Whether you’re a local resident, second homeowner, or visitor, this is your chance to experience the spirit of summer in Okemo Valley, where the Mountains and Lakes District shines. Mark your calendar and bring your friends – this is one festival you won’t want to miss.