
Heady Trotter 4M @ the Alchemist
Stowe, VT
Sun, Oct 18, 2026
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When
Sunday, October 18th, 2026
Where
100 Cottage Club Road, Stowe VT
Distance
Typical weather
40–54°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years
2025
33–55°F
dry
2024
36–56°F
dry
2023
43–55°F
dry
2022
39–49°F
rain
2021
39–43°F
rain
2020
34–53°F
dry
2019
39–42°F
rain
2018
26–31°F
rain
2017
45–61°F
dry
2016
49–72°F
rain
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About this race
The Heady Trotter 4 Miler is BACK @ The Alchemist Brewery Stowe, Vermont
The Race:
- Event: The Heady Trotter is a 4 Mile race through the heart of Stowe, starting and finishing on the lawn of the famed Alchemist Brewery.
- Timing: Chip timed, certified course.
- Celebration: Cold Alchemist beer, live music, and food trucks await you at the finish.
- Hashtag: #IRunForHeady
The Swag:
- Registration Includes: Race Entry - Chip timed, Certified 4 Mile Course.
- Finisher Perks: Super Fresh Heady Topper at the Finish Line.
- Treats: Fresh Cold Hollow Cider Mill Donuts.
- Gifts: Sweet Sweet Swag including a proper Alchemist neoprene koozie, and custom knit Race Socks.
The After Party:
- Entertainment: The fun continues all afternoon with live music at the brewery.
- Activities: Join us for bands, beers, and food trucks.
- Social Media: Post your photos and tag us with #headytrotter #alch3mistb33r.
The Charity:
- Partner: Help us raise money for our awesome charity partner, The Green Mountain Adaptive Sports.
- Mission: Their mission is to improve the quality of life for persons with disabilities living in or visiting Vermont.
- Opportunity: Special perks available to donors.
- Match Challenge: GMAS has secured a $20,000.00 match from the Vermont Community Foundation.
Race Weekend Raffle:
- Prize: We are featuring a race weekend raffle for a 1 of a kind fire pit.
- Updates: Follow our social media for pics and info.
- Donation Perk: Donate $25 or more when you register, and you'll get upgraded swag!
Starting Line:
- Waves: Runners will start in waves, Corral will be assigned based on self-identified estimated finish times.
- Timing: Waves begin at 10am, all waves begin within 3 minutes.
- Parking: All runners park at an off-site location, and arrive by bus, there is no onsite parking on race day.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Oct 17 – 19, 2026.
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