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March in Southern Vermont
There will be mud
So Vermont
February 27, 2026
So Vermont | March 2026
The Great Vernal Slap
Welcome to March in Southern Vermont, or as we locals call it: "The Season of Four Hundred Outfits." We are currently in that magical window where you might need a snowblower at 8:00 AM, a light windbreaker by noon, and a pair of Muck boots for the 4:00 PM transition into the Great Muddy Unknown.
While the dirt roads are doing their best impression of quicksand, the cultural scene in southern Vermont is heating up.
From the high-flying acrobatics in Brattleboro to the intimate house concerts in Manchester and the high-stakes civil debates of Town Meeting Day, there is plenty of reason to scrape the mud off your boots and get out there. Grab a maple creemee (yes, it’s time) and let’s dive into the best of March.
🏛 BENNINGTON AREA
"250 for the 250th" Anniversary Kickoff
Type: Fundraiser / Community Social
Town: Bennington
Date & Time: Friday, March 6, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Description: Support the upcoming 250th anniversaries of the Declaration of Independence and the Battle of Bennington. This inaugural event at the Mount Anthony Country Club features historic proclamations, local food, and a chance to join the "250 club" of supporters.
The Restoration of the Old First Church (Lecture)
Type: History / Lecture
Town: Bennington
Date & Time: Sunday, March 15, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Description: Presented by the Bennington Historical Society, expert Wayne Kachmar walks through the high-stakes restoration of one of Vermont’s most iconic historic landmarks. Perfect for architecture buffs and local history fans.
🎨 MANCHESTER AREA
Pokey LaFarge (Solo Tour)
Type: Live Music
Town: Manchester Center
Date & Time: Friday, March 6, 2026 | 5:00 PM & 8:00 PM (Two Shows)
Description: An incredibly intimate "house concert" experience with the internationally acclaimed Pokey LaFarge. Expect a mix of gospel, country, and rock & roll in one of the best listening rooms in the Northeast.
Palaver Strings presented by Taconic Music
Type: Live Music / Classical
Town: Manchester
Date & Time: Monday, March 16, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Description: A performance by the musician-led string ensemble Palaver Strings. Known for their high-energy performances and creative programming, this is a centerpiece of Taconic Music's spring season.
Musical Paintbrushes Workshop
Type: Art / Interactive
Town: Manchester
Date & Time: Sunday, March 22, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Description: Let live violin music guide your brush. Participants create art inspired by the sounds of violinist Joana Genova. No prior painting experience is necessary—just a willingness to experiment.
Link: https://www.mclvt.org/
🎷 BRATTLEBORO & WINDHAM COUNTY
NECCA Circus Spectacular
Type: Performance / Family Friendly
Town: Brattleboro
Date & Time: March 7–8, 2026 | Various Times
Description: The New England Center for Circus Arts' biggest show of the year. Witness world-class aerialists, acrobats, and jugglers in a high-flying fundraiser that supports circus arts education. This almost always sells out!
The Slackers (Ska/Rocksteady)
Type: Live Music
Town: Brattleboro
Date & Time: Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 8:00 PM
Description: The legendary NYC ska band brings their "Jamaican Rock & Roll" sound to the historic Stone Church. A high-energy way to dance away the mud season blues.
Vermont Craft Beer & Chili Stroll
Type: Food & Drink / Festival
Town: Wilmington
Date & Time: Friday, March 27, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Description: Stroll through historic downtown Wilmington while tasting over 20 craft beers and 15 different varieties of chili hosted inside local boutiques and galleries.
Well that’s what I got.
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Stay muddy, Southern Vermont.