Thursday 5/1/2025

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 

Opening Cocktail Party

Watkins House, Arlington Common Campus

A fun kick-off to the weekend with a cocktail party to raise money to care for the historic Battenkill. There will be a silent auction with fantastic trips and items. Attendees will get a sneak peek of the “Celebrating the Wilderness of the Last 250 Years” Art Exhibit and be able to chat with the artists. 

The cocktail party costs $75 per person. Appetizers are included, and a cash bar is available. However, this ticket does not include admission to festival events from Friday, May 3, to Sunday, May 5. A separate General Admission ticket must be purchased. All attendees must be over 21..