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Sample Cabot 2025 1st Place Winners
It’s been a stellar 2025 for Cabot Creamery Cooperative at the United Stated Championship Cheese Contest and the American Cheese Society Competition with 14 First Place finishes for cheese, butter & cultured products! Come to either of our stores to sample some of the 31, combined, award winners. On most days, we also will be hosting another Vermont cheesemaker and/or a specialty food/drink producer for sampling (e.g., Parish Hill Creamery, Bridport Creamery, Billings Farm, Barn First Creamery). Featuring two different locations - be sure to review hours and addresses! Cabot Creamery Store (all week) Waterbury Annex 2657 Waterbury-Stowe Road Waterbury Center, VT 802-244-6334 Tuesday thru Sunday, 10:30am – 5pm; closed Mondays Click for More Location Information Cabot at the Yellow Barn Store 323 VT-15 Hardwick, VT 802-472-7523 Wednesday thru Sunday, 10am-5pm; closed Mon-Tues Click for More Location Information
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Dining Specials: Harpoon Brewery
Harpoon Brewery - Windsor 336 Ruth Carney Drive, Windsor, VT, United StatesHarpoon Brewery celebrates Vermont Cheese Week with week-long dining specials highlighting local makers! Enjoy a delicious cheese board, stuffed burger, grilled cheese or mac & cheese, and $1 of each menu item for the week donated to the Vermont Cheese Council. Come for the beer, enjoy the cheese!
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Boards & Brews: Charcuterie Picnic!
FeaturedHarpoon Brewery - Windsor 336 Ruth Carney Drive, Windsor, VT, United StatesBuild Your Own Charcuterie Board – Pop-Up Fundraiser Join us for a delicious hands-on evening celebrating Vermont’s finest cheese and charcuterie — all while supporting the Vermont Cheese Council! Guests will receive a curated selection of artisan Vermont cheeses, Vermont Salumi cured meats, crackers, and locally made jams to design and enjoy their very own personal charcuterie board. Each guest gets to keep their board and will also receive a take-home package of Vermont Farmstead cheese and crackers to enjoy later! Sip, snack, and socialize while showing your love for Vermont’s incredible cheesemaking community. Purchase Tickets Tickets: $30 per person ($10 goes to the Vermont Cheese Council) Includes: Build-your-own board experience A personal charcuterie board to take home Vermont cheese + crackers to-go from Vermont Farmstead Cheese and Caselton Crackers $10 from every ticket goes directly to the Vermont Cheese Council! Event Details Date: Sunday, September 14th Time: 3-5pm Location: Harpoon Brewery Front Lawn with Live Music 4-6pm Why Attend? Support Vermont’s award-winning cheesemakers Create and enjoy your own charcuterie masterpiece on the lawn at Harpoon while listening to music and enjoying fresh Harpoon Beer. Take home your board, cheese & crackers for later A fun, tasty way to give back! Space is limited — reserve your spot today! Purchase Tickets
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Sample Cabot 2025-2026 1st Place Winners
It’s been a stellar 2 years for Cabot Creamery Cooperative at the World Championship, United States Championship, and American Cheese Society competitions with many First Place finishes for cheese, butter & cultured products! Come to either of our stores to sample some of our award winners. On most days, we also will be hosting another Vermont cheesemaker and/or a specialty food/drink producer for sampling (e.g., Bridport Creamery, Billings Farm, and Barn First Creamery). Featuring two different locations - be sure to review hours and addresses! Cabot Creamery Store (all week) Waterbury Annex 2657 Waterbury-Stowe Road Waterbury Center, VT 802-244-6334 Tuesday thru Sunday, 10:30am – 5pm; closed Mondays Click for More Location Information Cabot at the Yellow Barn Store 323 VT-15 Hardwick, VT 802-472-7523 Wednesday thru Sunday, 10am-5pm; closed Mon-Tues Click for More Location Information
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Dining Specials: Harpoon Brewery
Harpoon Brewery - Windsor 336 Ruth Carney Drive, Windsor, VT, United StatesHarpoon Brewery celebrates Vermont Cheese Week with week-long dining specials highlighting local makers! Specials TBD. Come for the beer, enjoy the cheese!
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Dining Specials: Farmhouse Tap & Grill (Burlington + Williston)
Farmhouse Williston 282 Holland Ln, Williston, United StatesFarmhouse Tap & Grill (Williston) celebrates Vermont Cheese Week with week-long dining specials highlighting local makers! This award winning farm-to-table gastropub serves local burgers, charcuterie, cheeses, and locally inspired specials. Highly prized beers from Vermont's backyard and beyond.
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Dining Specials: Vermont Country Deli
Vermont Country Deli 436 Western Ave, Brattleboro, United StatesVermont Country Deli celebrates Vermont Cheese Week with week-long specials highlighting local makers! Specials TBD.
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All Week: Sun to Cheese Tours
Shelburne Farms 1611 Harbor Road, Shelburne, VT, United StatesWhere does the story of our delicious farmstead cheddar cheese begin? Join us on a behind-the-scenes tour to uncover the sun to cheese story at Shelburne Farms! Includes cheesemaking viewing, guided tasting, meeting the herd, and more! (2:00-4:00pm daily)
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Cheese Sampling, Daily Milking Demos, and More!
Billings Farm & Museum 69 Old River Road, Woodstock, VT, United StatesBillings Farm is more than a farm — it's a living, breathing piece of Vermont history. Come visit for daily cheese tastings, tours, and milk demonstrations!
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Taste the Terroir of Vermont
Lincoln Peak Vineyard 142 River Road, New Haven, United StatesJoin award-winning Champlain Valley cheesemakers for a guided terroir tasting, featuring multiple pairings of sumptuous wines, distinctive cheeses, and luscious cured meats.
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Daily Cheese Tastings: Hogback Mountain Country Store
Hogback Mountain Country Store 7627 VT-9, Wilmington, United StatesFor Cheese Week, the Hogback Mountain Country Store will be DOUBLING their cheese tasting and pairing with fresh baked bagettes from Star Fire Bakery. Enjoy cheese from Plymouth Artisan Cheese, Vermont Farmstead, Crowley Cheese, Blue Ledge Farm, Cabot Creamery, and more!
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A Taste of Place: Exploring the Terroir of Grafton Village Cheese
Grafton Village Cheese Company 533 Townshend Rd., Grafton, VT, United StatesJoin us for an immersive experience with Grafton Village Cheese. We will start by learning and observing how 4 simple ingredients transform into award-winning cheese at our creamery. Setting out from there we will enjoy a leisurely walk to explore the history and terroir of our iconic brand using the extensive and beautifully maintained trails at the foot of Bear Hill. The experience culminates pond-side with a cheese tasting and picnic lunch.
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Vermont Cheese Adventure Dinner
Shelburne Farms 1611 Harbor Road, Shelburne, VT, United StatesCelebrate and feast on Vermont’s tastiest cheeses at our annual Vermont Cheese Dinner! Our multi-course feast will feature 8+ different Vermont creameries hailing from every corner of our Brave Little State—from enduring icons to hidden gems.
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A Taste of Place: Exploring the Terroir of Grafton Village Cheese
Grafton Village Cheese Company 533 Townshend Rd., Grafton, VT, United StatesJoin us for an immersive experience with Grafton Village Cheese. We will start by learning and observing how 4 simple ingredients transform into award-winning cheese at our creamery. Setting out from there we will enjoy a leisurely walk to explore the history and terroir of our iconic brand using the extensive and beautifully maintained trails at the foot of Bear Hill. The experience culminates pond-side with a cheese tasting and picnic lunch.
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Cheese Tasting at the Tillerman
The Tillerman 1868 N. 116 Rd, Bristol, VT, United StatesIn the spirit of Vermont Cheese Week, we will be hosting a special cheese tasting with Will featuring 3 different Vermont-made beverages paired with five Vermont cheeses. We will gather around the long farm table in the Parlor to explore the nuances of simple yet memorable food and drink accompaniments.
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A Celebration of Vermont Cheese
FeaturedChurch Street Marketplace 149 Church Street, Burlington, VT, United StatesJoin us for an evening celebrating one of Vermont's most iconic flavors during Vermont Cheese Week! Stroll the Marketplace and discover the incredible craftsmanship, creativity, and community behind Vermont's award-winning cheesemakers. Enjoy cheese tastings, live music, and special offerings from Marketplace businesses as downtown Burlington transforms into a cheese lover's paradise. Whether you're a lifelong cheddar enthusiast or just looking for a fun night out, there's something delicious waiting around every corner.
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“The Big Cheese” Film Screening
FeaturedMain Street Landing Performing Arts Center 1 Main Street, Burlington, United StatesDon't miss this documentary screening of "The Big Cheese," hosted by Jasper Hill Farm - an event to benefit the Vermont Cheese Council. The event will include the film, a fondue reception, talk-back session, and of course, a cheese goody bag!
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Vermont Cheesemakers Festival
FeaturedShelburne Farms 1611 Harbor Road, Shelburne, VT, United States +1 moreJoin us to celebrate the 14th Annual Cheesemakers Festival! Share our passion for exceptional cheeses, taste great local foods and beverages, and meet the artisans who make them. Spend an autumn day at the historic Shelburne Farms Breeding Barn celebrating Vermont cheese and making new friends!
$69.50