On May 21, 2025
Arts, Dining & Entertainment

Sip & Shop is back in Downtown Rutland

Courtesy Downton Rutland Partnership Sip & Shop returns on Thursday, May 22.

Downtown Rutland Partnership’s popular Spring Sip &  Shop pairs local beverage and food producers with downtown Rutland businesses. Ticket holders will visit up to 20 stops where they can shop, enjoy sales and raffles, taste something new, meet up with friends and enjoy an evening downtown together.

Tickets are on sale at downtownrutland.com/sipandshop. 

Ticket options include:

$25 All-Inclusive Ticket: With this ticket, you can sample spirits, beer, wine, and food from vendors hosted at downtown Rutland businesses.

$15 Non-Drinking Ticket: If you don’t drink alcohol or are a designated driver, you can still enjoy the Sip & Shop with this non-drinking ticket option. This ticket allows you to sample food and taste non-alcoholic drink vendors.

Each attendee will receive a map of all participating businesses, a shopping bag with a tasting glass, and one entry into a raffle for items from vendors and businesses. Plus, ticket holders are eligible for additional door prizes and raffle prizes throughout the event! 

Don’t miss out on this unique event that introduces new tastes and treasures in Downtown Rutland! 

Head to downtownrutland.com/sipandshop to learn more and purchase your ticket today.
Date: May 22, 2025

Time: 5-8 p.m.

Location: Downtown Rutland

Business + Vendor Pairings

Camille’s Experienced Clothing | Rutland Beer Works

Divine | Killington Distillery

Fruition Fineries | Vermont Hard Seltzer Company

GreenSpell Plant Shop | Frost Beer Works

Hand Carved by Ernie | Red Clover Ale Company and free Reuben sliders

Hop n’Moose | Vermont Pepper Project, beer tasting, and $3 pizza slices

Kaleidoscope Art Supply | Mamma Tamara

Loose Loona Gifts + Teahouse | Golden Rule Mead

Masala Corner | Sample authentic Indian cuisine

McNeil & Reedy | Split Spirits

Mountain Girl Cannabis | Upstate Elevator Supply Company

Mountain Music | Mad River Distillers

Phoenix Books Rutland | Neshobe River Winery

Prouty’s Parlor for Ice Cream | True North Granola
and free Parlor treat samples

Speakeasy Cafe | Music & Trivia Night

The Grateful Vermonter Gift Shop | Grafton Village Cheese Company

Wild Kind Toys | Watson Wheeler Cider

 Frequently Asked Questions

I’ve purchased a ticket! Now what?

Check in at the Downtown Rutland Partnership’s office, located at 28 Center St., starting at 4:45 pm to collect a map, tasting glass, and shopping bag. Following that, guests will explore the various participating locations at your own pace and order.

For those who purchased a ticket that includes alcohol sampling, you must present a valid ID at check-in. You must be 21 or older to sample alcoholic beverages. Drinking responsibly is highly encouraged, and we strongly suggest pre-arranging safe transportation.

I don’t drink alcohol. Can I still attend?

Of course! If you don’t drink alcohol or are a designated driver, you can still enjoy the Sip & Shop with a $15 non-drinking ticket option. This ticket allows you to sample food and taste non-alcoholic drink vendors, receive an entry into the raffles, and be eligible for door prizes!

Will I be able to buy a ticket the night of the event?

Certainly! While you can purchase a ticket at the Downtown Rutland Partnership office on the day of the event, we highly recommend securing your ticket online in advance. This way, you’ll have extra time to enjoy the event and minimize the time spent waiting in line!

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