KILLINGTON — The snow may be gone, but the action is just heating up at Killington Resort as it unveils a packed summer schedule for 2025. From mountain biking and music to races and family fun, “The Beast” delivers non-stop excitement across its expansive terrain, with new additions and returning favorites lined up throughout the season.
“When the snow melts, we switch gears at The Beast and celebrate all the great things summer in Vermont has to offer,” said Mike Sutcliffe, Killington’s events and sponsorship manager. “We’ve got a packed agenda of family-friendly events and no shortage of on-mountain activities planned for the warmer months.”
The summer kicks off Memorial Day Weekend with a trio of openings: the Total Archery Challenge at Pico Mountain, Killington Bike Park’s first day of the season on Friday, May 23, and the Adventure Center opening on Saturday, May 24. Killington Golf Course opened early this year on May 16, though it briefly paused operations due to storm damage and is expected to reopen on Thursday, May 22. Scenic gondola rides on the K-1 Gondola begin July 3 and will operate Thursdays through Sundays this summer, with dining available at the mountaintop Peak Lodge.
The Cirque Series, coming to Killington on Saturday, June 28, is new to the calendar this year. This nationally acclaimed mountain running race challenges athletes with steep climbs and fast descents across rugged alpine terrain. It brings a high-energy, community-driven experience to Vermont for the first time.
Fan-favorite events also return, including:
Fox US Open of Mountain Biking
Spartan Race
Killington Brewfest
Killington Uncorked
Weekly summer staples include the Bike Bum Race Series every Wednesday starting June 18, Divas of Dirt group rides on Fridays from June 27, and Michelob ULTRA league nights at the golf course every Thursday beginning June 12. On Saturdays from July 5 to Sept. 6, visitors can unwind at the Cooler in the Mountains concert series, presented by Kona Big Wave.
Beyond the mountain, Killington supports area community events, including the Girls on the Run 5K in Manchester on June 7 and the Rutland Pride Festival on June 21.
Killington’s momentum doesn’t stop this season. A brand-new mountain bike trail is in development on Ramshead Mountain, with a projected opening in mid-summer 2026, further cementing Killington’s place as a premier bike park destination in the East.
Key summer 2025 dates at Killington:
May 23–25: Total Archery Challenge
May 23: Killington Bike Park opening day
May 24: Adventure Center opening day
June 12–Aug. 28: Michelob ULTRA Golf League (Thursdays)
June 18–Aug. 20: Bike Bum Race Series (Wednesdays)
June 27–Sept. 5: Divas of Dirt group rides (Fridays)
June 28: Cirque Series trail run
July 3: K-1 gondola rides begin
July 5–Sept. 6: Cooler in the Mountains concert series (Saturdays)
July 11: Play for Your Freedom veterans event
July 18–19: Killington Uncorked
July 19–20: Maxxis Eastern States Cup: Thule showdown
July 25: Not So Chilly Golf Tournament
Aug. 30: VMBA Days at Killington
Sept. 13–14: Spartan Race
Sept. 20: Killington Brewfest
Sept. 25–28: Fox US Open of Mountain Biking
Oct. 4: Pepsi Mountain Clean-Up
Oct. 11: Harvest Faire
For more information, visit: killington.com.
