Daycation
Explore our off-mountain activities and amenities in every season!
Take a break from the everyday routine with a Daycation to Smuggs. In summer and winter, explore what the Resort has to offer! Dive into fun at our pools and waterparks, explore the excitement at the Ozone in FunZone 2.0, test your skills at our MTB skills park, tube down one of our two sledding hills, ice skate at our outdoor rink, and join in on our daily activities designed for families to enjoy together.
Summer Daycation
Available June 13 – September 2, 2025
Enjoy a perfect Summer Daycation at Smugglers’ Notch! Our package includes unlimited access to pools, waterslides, swimming reservoirs, guided hikes, mountain biking, and access to the Ozone at FunZone 2.0. It’s an all-in-one adventure that promises fun and relaxation for the whole family!
Perfect for relaxation and unwinding.
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The Big Smuggle
Join a thrilling family race through Smugglers’ Notch Resort! Navigate challenge stations, gather gold bullion, and outpace rivals. Expect wet fun – sneakers are a good choice!
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SummerAll AgesVermont Country Fair
Experience a night of family fun on the Village Green, filled with games, races, food, and music hosted by Jammin’ Sam.
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SummerAll AgesMarko’s Summer Family Magic Show
Experience the enchantment of Marko’s Family Magic Show, a delightful performance filled with amazing illusions and fun for all ages!
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Fall, SummerAll AgesFriendly Pirate Bingo
Rockin’ Ron the Friendly Pirate is your host for Pirate themed bingo.
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Winter, SummerAll AgesScience Show
Professor Pinhead makes Science FUN! Experiments and explosions – education and entertainment. Einstein meets the 3 Stooges (with only one stooge).
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Fall, Spring, SummerAll AgesFamily Bingo
Discover the excitement of Bingo! Enjoy an evening of engaging games and the chance to win fantastic prizes.
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Winter, SummerAll AgesIn It To Win It
Bring the whole family for an action-packed event filled with games of skill, chance, and plenty of laughter!
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Winter, SummerAll AgesThe Price is Close
Join us for The Price is Close, a fun Smuggs twist on the classic game show with prizes, laughter, and friendly competition for all ages!
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Friendly Pirate’s Plunder: Family Capture the Flag
Ahoy, mates! Join Friendly Pirate’s Plunder, a thrilling Capture the Flag game where families team up, strategize, and battle for pirate glory in a fun-filled treasure hunt!
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Disc Golf Challenge
Join us for a thrilling disc golf challenge where players test their accuracy by aiming for strategically placed targets. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-timer, it’s a fun way to enjoy the outdoors, meet fellow players, and compete for the top spot!
Turn your Daycation into a vacation!
Why settle for a day when you can savor a whole vacation? Extend your stay beyond a single day of fun and settle in for a series of unforgettable adventures! By upgrading your Daycation to a full vacation you can enjoy all the fantastic seasonal activities plus the comfort and charm of our mountainside lodging.
Winter Daycation
Available December 13, 2024 – March 30, 2025
Looking for a winter escape that offers more than skiing and snowboarding? Our Winter Daycation is packed with delightful off-mountain activities to make your day truly special. Warm up at our indoor pool and hot tubs, glide across our outdoor skating rink, or feel the thrill of tubing on one of our two hills.
Please note that some activities are weather-dependent and may be affected as temperatures warm—check availability before heading out!
Relax with après ski parties and warm up by the bonfire.
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Daytime Tubing
Tube sliding at its best, the old fashioned way. We provide the tubes! Daytime Tubing will be available 12/22/24 – 3/23/25.
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Evening Tubing
Tubing will begin on December 16. Enjoy top-notch Tube Sliding on illuminated Sir Henry’s Hill with provided tubes!
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Glow Tubing
Experience the thrill of Glow Tubing on Sir Henry’s Hill, a one-of-a-kind, family-friendly activity for all ages.
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Science Show
Professor Pinhead makes Science FUN! Experiments and explosions – education and entertainment. Einstein meets the 3 Stooges (with only one stooge).
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In It To Win It
Bring the whole family for an action-packed event filled with games of skill, chance, and plenty of laughter!
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The Price is Close
Join us for The Price is Close, a fun Smuggs twist on the classic game show with prizes, laughter, and friendly competition for all ages!
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Après Ski Party
Join us at Bootleggers’ Lounge for an Après Ski Party with drink specials, giveaways, and live entertainment by Jammin’ Sam!
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Family Karaoke
Step up to the microphone and display your singing talents at Family Karaoke!
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Friendly Pirate Show
Pirate songs and dances like Shark in the Dark and Poop Deck Dance from Rockin’ Ron the Friendly Pirate’s albums, with special guest Mogul Mouse!
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Aqua Fitness
Join us for an aqua fitness class and experience the benefits of a full-body workout in a refreshing and welcoming environment.
Spring & Fall
Daycation
Spring and fall also offer endless fun! Enjoy full access to the Ozone at FunZone 2.0, challenge yourself with a round of disc golf, and explore our scenic mountain bike trails and skills park. Plus, don’t miss out on a friendly game of mini-golf with the family. After an action-packed day, dive into relaxation with unlimited use of our heated pool. There’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Hours of operation and availability are subject to change due to weather and facility updates.
Daycation Pricing
Regular Rate | Vermont Resident Rate | Details | |
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| Summer Daycation Ticket | Adult (18-64 yrs): $89/day Youth & Senior (3-17 & 65+ yrs): $69/day | Adult (18-64 yrs): $55/day Youth & Senior (3-17 & 65+ yrs): $35/day | Daily tickets available June 13 – September 2, 2025 |
| Winter Daycation Ticket | Adult (18-64 yrs): $55/day Youth & Senior (3-17 & 65+ yrs): $35/day | Adult (18-64 yrs): $35/day Youth & Senior (3-17 & 65+ yrs): $25/day | Daily tickets available December 13, 2024 – March 30, 2025. |
| Vermonter Summer Daycation Pass | Unavailable | Adult (18-64 yrs): $249 for season Youth & Senior (3-17 & 65+ yrs): $199 for season | Season-long pass available June 13 – September 2, 2025 for Vermont residents |
| Vermonter Winter Daycation Pass | Unavailable | Adult (18-64 yrs): $139 for season Youth & Senior (3-17 yrs): $99 for season | Season-long pass available available December 13, 2024 – March 30, 2025, for Vermont Residents |
| Vermonter Winter Daycation Pass Upgrade | Unavailable | Adult (18-64 yrs): $99 for season Youth & Senior (3-17 yrs): $69 for season | Season-long pass available December 13, 2024 – March 30, 2025 for Vermont residents who purchase a 24/25 Season Pass |
| Fall Daycation Ticket | Adult (18-64 yrs): $55/day Youth & Senior (3-17 & 65+ yrs): $35/day | Adult (18-64 yrs): $35/day Youth & Senior (3-17 & 65+ yrs): $25/day | Daily tickets available September 3, 2025 – December 13, 2025. Hours of operation may vary during Fall season. |
Helpful Hints
Pick up or purchase your Daycation product at our Activities Desk located in the main guest registration building.
Bring all the items necessary to enjoy a full day and evening at Smugglers’! Don’t forget a bathing suit and towel as well as appropriate clothing based on your chosen activities.
Our Village Lodge, located next to our Welcome Sign is an ideal space to enjoy a lunch and store belongings.
Socks are required to enjoy the Ozone.
