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Opening day. First tracks. Warm beds.

November 25 marks the 65th season on southern Vermont's highest peak. Stay at Wandering Moose, steps from the shuttle, and celebrate from a cozy home in the woods.

Seven Ways to Celebrate Opening Day

November 25 marks the start of Stratton's 65th winter season. The lifts open at 9:00 AM, and the mountain spreads fresh corduroy across every trail. If you're staying at Wandering Moose, you're minutes from the base on the shuttle route—wake up warm, slip out the door, and be first in line for opening runs. This guide shows seven ways to make opening day unforgettable, from first light on the slopes to cozy nights by the fireplace.

November 25 at Stratton

Seven Ways to Celebrate Opening Day
From first light on the slopes to starlit soaks, a full day of mountain tradition.

First Tracks at 9 AM

First Tracks at 9 AM

Lifts open at 9:00 AM. Skip the line with early bird deals or a season pass, then ride the shuttle from Wandering Moose straight to the base.

Gobble Gobble Wobble 5K

Gobble Gobble Wobble 5K

Run or cheer at 9:00 AM in the village courtyard. $25 per runner, free hot chocolate for kids at the finish line, then straight to the slopes.

Thanksgiving Dinner at Table 43.1

Thanksgiving Dinner at Table 43.1

Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and pie from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. Rated 4.6 stars by 2,803 guests at 5 Village Lodge Rd.

Saints & Liars Benefit Concert

Saints & Liars Benefit Concert

Live music at Grizzly's from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. Local craft beers, cozy fire pits, and cash donations support team members in need.

Snowlight in Vermont

Snowlight in Vermont

Lighted evergreen trees glow from 5:00 to 9:00 PM, supporting local literacy programs. The village becomes a winter storybook.

Soak Under the Stars

Soak Under the Stars

Private heated pool and hot tub at Wandering Moose. Starry skies from 10 PM to 2 AM, fresh towels, and Wi-Fi poolside.

Your Base Camp for Opening Day

Wandering Moose sits on the shuttle route, which means you skip the parking lines and walk from your door to the base in minutes. After your first runs, come back to a stone fireplace basement with a wet bar and kitchenette. Board games, puzzles, and a large TV are ready for streaming. This is where your group gathers when the lifts close, where muscles relax and the day replays itself in laughter.

Opening Day Essentials

What to bring and how to make the most of November 25

  • Check snow report before you go

  • Book lift tickets online for early bird deals

  • Ride the Stratton shuttle from Wandering Moose

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