It's Cooler in the Mountains
Free Summer Concerts in Killington, Vermont
Join us on Saturday afternoons from 3:00 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. all summer long for FREE outdoor concerts in the K-1 base area featuring top regional and national acts. Grab a lawn chair, a beach blanket, and your friends and family and head to Killington for a relaxing afternoon in the mountains.
Upcoming Shows
Our Cooler in the Mountains concert series has concluded for 2026. We'll see you again next summer!
Food, Drinks, & The Venue
A bar will be open on the K-1 Lodge patio during each concert, serving up Kona Big Wave and other tasty beverages. BBQ will be available for purchase outside K-1 Lodge on July 11 and August 8, 22, and 29.
Please note that construction is currently taking place near the K-1 base lodge. Please do not pass coned-off areas of the parking lot and be sure to access the concert venue through the K-1 front doors located near the entrance to the K-1 Gondola.
Use the link below to view a map of the venue and see which area is designated for alcohol purchased at our on-site bar and which area is BYOB only. Bringing alcohol that was purchased on-site into the BYOB area (or vice versa) is strictly prohibited.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
The Cooler in the Mountains Concert Series is made by possible by support from Kona Big Wave and Community Radio EXP.
Inclement Weather Plan
Killington Resort will determine whether the venue will be outdoors or indoors by 11:00 a.m. on the day of the event based on national, local, and in-house weather reports. For the latest information, check the mountain report.
Pets
We love dogs and all animals but want to ensure that everyone (including the furry ones) has the best possible experience. Please keep pets on a leash and under control at all times. Please review Killington's Pet Policy before arriving.