The Rutland Area

Discover Rutland, Vermont

Vermont is a beautiful place, full of diverse organic surroundings, historic downtowns and country roads winding in and out of its villages and towns. The area offers a large variety of shopping, dining, art galleries and theaters that beg to be discovered and experienced as you venture through the region. Wherever you are traveling or living, there is bound to be something to enjoy. As the seasons roll by, you won't want to miss our annual events and races for great causes or just for fun!

The list of interesting and essential attractions and events around Rutland is huge, which include:

• Green Mountain Solar Energy Trail
• Art in the Park at The Chaffee Art Center
• Vermont Open Studio Weekend - where you can get a chance to meet and chat with artists and artisans up close and personal
• The Killington Classic & Block Party
• A huge array of parks to explore
• The Rutland Halloween Parade
• The Vermont State Fair
• Races for causes such as The Relay for Life and The Crowley Brothers Memorial Race

Vermont's byways provide a scenic and engaging path throughout Vermont for any skill level - whether you're looking to go on a relaxing stroll or a strenuous hike. The Crossroad of Vermont Byway includes quaint New England towns and villages where early architectural styles abound. Still evident is the influence of Vermont’s early industrial history in marble, milling, railroad systems and agriculture which helped the towns along this byway grow and prosper. Today, new commerce blends in with the old and vibrant communities celebrating their arts, culture, and history welcome visitors year round. Recreational resources abound all along the Byway, for both the most active or more passive traveler. Killington and Mendon provide four-season mountain activities, and there are hundreds of scenic views along the Ottauquechee River and the spine of the Green Mountains.