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Food, culture flourish in Montpelier

"... but in the past year [Montpelier] has experienced an explosion in cultural and food offerings..Reading it on paper, it sounds urban. And indeed, the quality and the vibe is. But at the same time, it’s the quaint feel that makes Montpelier special..." Read on...
Montpelier's Downtown Voted #1

"The downtown area is not only beautiful, but it also offers many craft-beer bars and excellent dining establishments." Read on...
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New Year's Eve 2015

New Year's Eve is back in Montpelier, including a fantastic fireworks show, thanks to generous sponsors like Heney Reality. Read on...

What's Happening IN Montpelier

Sep 30
Hunger Mountain Co-op's Fall Truckload Sale
Clear your shelves, empty your freezers, and get ready to save! This semi-annual community event is an opportunity for shoppers to purchase by the caseload to save up to 76% on high-quality natural, organic, and local products. Our Co-op purchases many of our popular products by the "truckload, " then we set up a tent in our parking lot and pass the savings onto our shoppers. All are welcome to shop the Co-op's Truckload Sale, however, supplies are limited so plan on shopping early.
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Oct 8
Contra + Blues Dancing
Come be part of the Montpelier Contra Exchange series on second Saturdays! Andrew Van Norstrand, Aaron Marcus & Anna Patton will play contras from 8-10:45 and blues from 10:45-11:30. Sarah VanNorstrand will call contra dances. Alison Nihart & Adam Franco will teach a mini blues workshop at 9:15. Bring a friend and bring a snack to share for the dessert potluck!
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Oct 20
Moonlight Madness
The biggest sale event in downtown Montpelier with most stores offering discounts.
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Oct 29
Last outdoor market of the Capital City Farmers' Market
Free
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VIDEO TOUR OF MONTPELIER
If you can see a golden dome when you exit Interstate I-89, then you have found it, the smallest capital city in the United States. The City of Montpelier is located on the shores of the Winooski River, in the Green Mountains, in north central Vermont. Montpelier may be small but it is known for its vibrant, historic downtown. We invite you to watch this 1-minute video tour of downtown Montpelier. Then come for a visit and experience all the Capital City has to offer.

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The Capital City Farmers' Market
The Capital City Farmers' Market is one of the jewels in the crown of Montpelier's downtown. Over 50 vendors gather each Saturday to sell locally-grown and handmade products, unique to Vermont and astounding in quality. Live music every week and special events throughout the season make the market a gathering place. Fresh vegetables and fruits, quality meats, specialty cheeses, artisan bread, baked goods, ethnic foods, herbs, plants, flowers, arts and crafts, honey and maple syrup…the list goes on and on. Join us and see how much Vermont has to offer!

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The Vermont State House
Montpelier is proud to be home to the Vermont State House, one of the oldest and best preserved of our nation's state capitols. After 140 years, the State House Chambers are the oldest legislative chambers in their original condition in the United States. As you tour the halls and chambers, we hope you will develop a sense of what makes this historic building, and the State for which it was built, unique.

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