Chester Events - Village Shops and Galleries

The Arts
This region of Vermont is famous for its fairs, festivals, parades, concerts and church suppers. Search listed events to see what's happening during your vacation at Vacation in Vermont or Virtual Vermont .

The Weston Playhouse Theater Company
As Vermont’s oldest professional theater, The Weston Playhouse is built on a long tradition of quality entertainment and community. Our vacation packages include a performance at the Playhouse.

Fletcher Farm School for the Arts and Crafts
For those with handicrafts in mind, the Fletcher Farm School offers classes in painting and quilting.

Frog Hollow - Vermont State Craft Center
In the folksy spirit of Vermont, Frog Hollow features various galleries exhibiting a unique collection of traditional and contemporary arts and crafts.

Vermont Symphony Orchestra A state-supported nonprofit symphony encouraging the appreciation of music in all its forms, with an emphasis on orchestral, choral and chamber music. The VSO performs 50 concerts in more than 20 communities across Vermont.

Shopping
The Green is a haven of stores for the serious shopper. Find your treasures here!

  • Baba Louie's Bakery
    Bread and rolls made daily, great lunches, and wonderful desserts
  • Beach Tree Gallery
    Fine art from creative hands
  • Chester Drug Store
    Available for all your pharmacy needs
  • Chester Music Shoppe
    Musical instruments, CDs, unique gifts and more – a must-see shop in Chester, Vt.
  • Cottage Teapot Shop
    Large display of unique teapots
  • Country Treasures
    One of the premier quilt shops in New England
  • Cream of the Crop Vintage Clothing
    Well-known for classic vintage apparel
  • Crocked Shutters
    Vermont gifts, included cheeses and maple syrup
  • Fantastic Finds
    Unique furnishings and consignment items
  • Forlie-Balou
    A boutique shop for women
  • Hugging Bear Gift Shoppe
    Largest collectable bear shop in the
  • Northeast Irish Too Shop
    Irish knit sweaters, mugs, ties and much more
  • Misty Valley Books
    Sells a variety of interesting books, including an excellent selection by Vermont authors
  • Mountain Leather Design
    Leather fashions, jewelry and more
  • Rose Arbor Gift Shop
    Unique gifts in a lovely setting
  • Stone House Antique and Collectables
    Over 100 dealers for the antiquing enthusiast

Area Events
Scheduled local (and surrounding area) activities are posted on our Vermont Special Events Page. Including free concerts, hay rides, sports events, fireworks, sleigh rides and so much more.

Vermont State Parks
The beautiful and geographically diverse state of Vermont has many state parks for an abundance of outdoor activities, such as fishing, golfing, hiking, caving, biking, motorcycle riding, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, white water rafting/canoeing, hang gliding, entertainment, education. The Park Light Inn is a premier destination for the outdoor enthusiast, centrally located between several ski mountains' and Vermont State Parks. For those who wish a more relaxed and entertaining outdoor experience includes entertainment, the Vermont State Parks schedule offers a wealth of annual arts and entertainment; from which most Southern Vermont and Central Vermont Entertainment Events are just a short drive from the Park Light Inn Vermont Bed and Breakfast.

Vermont Skiing & Vermont Snowboarding
Located just minutes away from several Vermont Ski Vacation destinations, the Park Light Inn Vermont B&B has something for everyone - spacious, tastefully appointed accommodations and enhanced amenities in a residential setting. The inn centrally located to the snow-covered slopes of Ascutney, Okemo, Mt. Snow, Magic, Killington, Bromley, Stratton and Pico Mountains, which offer a variety of slopes; catering to both beginners and pros - boasting the East's most beautiful and challenging ski areas. The Park Light Inn concierge service offers the exciting Vermont ski and snowmobile packages for your ultimate Vermont winter vacation. Through the Park Light Inn partnership with Okemo Mountain, your perfect Vermont Ski Package is available at discount prices for Vermont Lodging guests.

 

The Park Light Inn   ·   232 Depot Street   ·   Chester, VT 05143   ·   Phone (802) 875-4417   ·   Toll-Free. (888) 875-4417