Dad Guild Events!
Dad Guild offers a wide range of programming, all designed to meet dads where they are at
Our events fall into the following categories:
Dads Only: Social and peer-support events intended for dads to connect
Caregiver Education: Opportunities for dads to deepen their knowledge on parenting topics. Intended as “dads only” unless otherwise stated.
Dads & Kids: Fun events for dads to meet and bring their kids to play
Whole Family: Big events where all caregivers and members of the family are welcome to join
Public Community Events: informative discussion events where all parents and adult caregivers are welcome to attend.
Other details to note about our programming. You’ll see events listed with the following keywords:
Drop in - no registration required. Just come on by!
RSVP - we ask for folks to pre-register so we have a sense of attendance
In-person - event takes place in-person at the listed time and location
Virtual - event takes place online, via Zoom or Google Meet
Hybrid - event is both in-person and virtual. Attend whichever way works best. RSVPs will be emailed the meeting link in advance.
Dad Guild is expanding our in-person programming across the state!
While we are not statewide (yet), we do have regular programming happening outside of Chittenden County.
Click here to see if something is happening near you.
Fires with Fathers
The last Saturday evening a month from 8pm-10pm at Rock Point in Burlington, this peer support group shares and connects on a deeper level while modeling vulnerability.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
CANCELLED: WINDHAM: Morning Run
CANCELLED: This event has been cancelled. Hope to see you at another event!
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Join Dan Castrigano for an early morning dad run in Saxtons River! We will do a casual, chat-while-you-run 2-3 miles, depending on how far folks want to go. We will run rain or shine. Have questions? Want to get in touch about Dad Guild in Windham County? Send Dan Castrigano a message at dan@dadguild.org.
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Online support group for co-parenting dads
Separation, divorce, or long-term co-parenting. Join Marlon for this support group. A place to connect digitally with others, share experiences, and strengthen the path forward for you and your family.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
Want to learn more? Join the dedicated D&D&D Discord server -> https://discord.gg/PTD6TSRVNv
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
WINDHAM: Midday Run
Join Dan Castrigano for a midday dad run in Brattleboro! We will do a casual, chat-while-you-run 2-3 miles, depending on how far folks want to go. We will run rain or shine. Have questions? Want to get in touch about Dad Guild in Windham County? Send Dan Castrigano a message at dan@dadguild.org.
WINDHAM: Board Game Afternoon at Ray Gun Comics
Dads and masculine-identifying caregivers are invited to join Dad Guild Regional Expansion Coordinator Dan Castrigano for an afternoon of board games at Ray Gun Comics in Brattleboro. Dads are welcome and encouraged to bring any board games from home to play. Table fees are covered by Dad Guild.
Feel free to stop by to say hey even if you aren’t playing board games or can’t stay the whole time!
RSVP encouraged here, but not required. Drop-ins welcome.
Want to get in touch about Dad Guild or see more Dad Guild events in Windham County? Feel free to send a message to Dan at dan@dadguild.org.
Dad Disc Golf (SoBu)
Join for Dad Disc Golf at the brand new Awasiwi Woods disc golf course (located in the woods past the Tuttle School and playing field.)
RSVP Required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dad Pickleball
Dads playing pickleball!
RSVP required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Dads Night Out: Board Games at the Guild Hall
Board game night is one of our most popular Dads Night Out. The evening will be facilitated by local rad dad Thomas, a certified board game aficionado.
Dads are encouraged to bring any games from their own collection too.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dad MTG - Jumpstart
Join us for a Dads’ Day Out event to play some low-key Magic: the Gathering.
We’ll be playing Jumpstart, a simplified version of the game where all you need to do is crack two Jumpstart packs, shuffle them together, and play! This game type is perfect for new players looking to learn or for experienced players looking to play something besides just Commander.
Event has a $10 fee (to buy the packs, which you keep!). If cost would be a barrier to participation, you can learn more about and apply to Dad Guild’s Equitable Access Fund.
RSVP requested: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
New Dad Cohort VIII
The 8th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months on the third Wednesday of the month. This cohort runs from July 2026 to December 2026.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Hump Day Zoom Check-in
Our monthly online Zoom meeting for dads to meet and chat. Just a space to connect digitally with others. No plan or agenda. Honestly, we often just end up playing Jackbox games for a bit.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
Want to learn more? Join the dedicated D&D&D Discord server -> https://discord.gg/PTD6TSRVNv
ADDISON: Dad Bike Ride: Midd-Weybridge Gravel Loop
Dads and masculine-identifying caregivers are invited to join us for a chill gravel bike ride! We will meet at Frog Hollow Bikes and ride this route, a 10.3 mile loop following the Trail Around Middlebury. Dad Fellow Nate Billings will be leading this ride. If you’d like to join the Addison County WhatsApp group to get in touch or learn more, send an email to dan@dadguild.org. Dan will send you the link.
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
UPPER VALLEY: Dad Day at American Precision Museum
Join Dad Fellow Peter Newton and other local dads for a morning at the American Precision Museum. You’ll explore the museum, which features "…a collection of machine tools, metrology tools, and other precision instruments primarily used in manufacturing…” (American Precision Museum).
The Dad Guild crew will also get a behind-the-scenes tour of the yet-to-be-completed Gene Haas Center for Manufacturing Inspiration!
Tickets are free. RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort VII
The 7th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months. This session runs from April 2026 to September 2026.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
RUTLAND: MTG Commander Night
Dad Guild is coming to Rutland. As part of our programming push, we’ll be collaborating with Vermont Gaming Academy to host a special Dads’ Night Out casual commander Magic: The Gathering event.
So grab your favorite decks, come on down, and jam some games. And learn a bit more about Dad Guild to boot.
All skill levels welcome! We’ll be bringing a couple beginner decks to lend too, if needed.
RSVP requested: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
UPPER VALLEY: Trivia Night at Colatina Exit
Join Upper Valley Dad Fellow Jared Pendak and other local dads for a night of trivia at Colatina Exit—free apps on Dad Guild!
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
RUTLAND: Morning Run
Join us for an early morning run in Rutland! We will do a casual, chat-while-you-run 2-3 miles, depending on how far folks want to go. We will run rain or shine. Want to learn more or get in touch about Dad Guild’s expansion in Rutland County? Send Dan Castrigano a message at dan@dadguild.org.
ADDISON: Dad Bike Ride: Creemee Cruiser
Dads and masculine-identifying caregivers are invited to join us for an ambitious and delicious bike ride! We will meet at Frog Hollow Bikes and ride this route, a 23.6 mile loop that passes by five different creemee stands. Dad Fellow Nate Billings will be leading this ride. If you’d like to join the Addison County WhatsApp group to get in touch or learn more, send an email to dan@dadguild.org. Dan will send you the link.
Fires with Fathers
The last Saturday evening a month from 8pm-10pm at Rock Point in Burlington, this peer support group shares and connects on a deeper level while modeling vulnerability.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
Dads Rock! (climbing)
Curious to try out rock climbing? Then join us for a special Dads Rock! session at Petra Cliffs indoor climbing center.
RSVP Required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
FRANKLIN: Board Game Night at Guardian Cards and Comics
Join Dad Fellow Dave Greiner for some board games at Guardian Games and Comics. Dads are welcome and encouraged to bring any board games from home to play.
RSVP required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Care for Aging Loved Ones
Dad Guild was founded to celebrate fathers as nurturing caregivers to their children. But at this stage in life many are not just serving as caregivers to their own kids but to aging loved ones as well.
Join us as we host a conversation featuring Jennifer Harbison and Lauren Hemond, both Caregiver Support Specialists at Age Well, the Area Agency on Aging for Northwestern Vermont. We’ll discuss:
What are signs an aging loved one needs additional support
What elder care options exist in Vermont
Tips for how to have conversations about elder care with aging loved one
But most importantly, we’ll just create a space for dads and masc-identifying caregivers to talk and share about elder care. Even if this is not something a dad is experiencing today, it is something that many will one day. Being prepared and informed goes a long way to lowering stress for all involved.
Hybrid event - join in-person or remotely via Google Meet
RSVP required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
→ NOTE: please register for either “in-person” or “remote” depending how you plan to join
Dads Night Out: Magic: The Gathering @ the Guild Hall
Magic: The Gathering returns to the official Dad Guild events calendar. This time around we’ll be hosting a ‘casual commander’ night here at the Guild Hall. All skill levels welcome (we’ll even have a beginner deck or two to lend, if you need it.) We hope to get a few ‘pods’ going!
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
Dad Disc Golf (Essex Jct)
Join for Dad Disc Golf at the Pearl St Park course in Essex Junction
RSVP Required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dad Pickleball
Dads playing pickleball!
RSVP required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Online support group for co-parenting dads
Separation, divorce, or long-term co-parenting. Join Marlon for this support group. A place to connect digitally with others, share experiences, and strengthen the path forward for you and your family.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
Want to learn more? Join the dedicated D&D&D Discord server -> https://discord.gg/PTD6TSRVNv
Friday Hang
Come hang out BYOB-style at the Dad Guild space. No plans or agenda. Just a chance to hang out (and probably play some MarioKart).
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
UPPER VALLEY: Black Dad Hang
Are you a Black dad? Join Dad Guild staff member Peter Newton at this casual hang at The People’s Barber Shop and Shave Parlor in Hanover, NH.
If you’d like to know more, get in touch with Peter, or connect with other Black dads in the Upper Valley, we invite you to join the Dad Guild WhatsApp community. Just send a message to dan@dadguild.org, and Dan will send you the invite link.
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
New Dad Cohort VII
The 7th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months. This session runs from April 2026 to September 2026.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort VIII
The 8th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months on the third Wednesday of the month. This cohort runs from July 2026 to December 2026.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
FRANKLIN: Board Game Night at Guardian Cards and Comics
Join Dad Fellow Dave Greiner for some board games at Guardian Games and Comics. Dads are welcome and encouraged to bring any board games from home to play.
RSVP required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
Want to learn more? Join the dedicated D&D&D Discord server -> https://discord.gg/PTD6TSRVNv
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
Dads Rock! (climbing)
Curious to try out rock climbing? Then join us for a special Dads Rock! session at Petra Cliffs indoor climbing center.
RSVP Required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
UPPER VALLEY: Trivia Night at Colatina Exit
Join Upper Valley Dad Fellow Jared Pendak and other local dads for a night of trivia at Colatina Exit—free apps on Dad Guild!
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Fires with Fathers
The last Saturday evening a month from 8pm-10pm at Rock Point in Burlington, this peer support group shares and connects on a deeper level while modeling vulnerability.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
UPPER VALLEY: Hairdos & Don’ts: A Hair Styling Workshop for Dads
Join us at The People's Barber Shop and Shave Parlor to learn the basics for how to take care of long hair! Dads will practice on mannequin heads with different hair textures and lengths. A local stylist will be teaching this workshop.
RSVP Here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dad Pickleball
Dads playing pickleball!
RSVP required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Online support group for co-parenting dads
Separation, divorce, or long-term co-parenting. Join Marlon for this support group. A place to connect digitally with others, share experiences, and strengthen the path forward for you and your family.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
Want to learn more? Join the dedicated D&D&D Discord server -> https://discord.gg/PTD6TSRVNv
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Dads Night Out: Board Games at the Guild Hall
Board game night is one of our most popular Dads Night Out. The evening will be facilitated by local rad dad Thomas, a certified board game aficionado.
Dads are encouraged to bring any games from their own collection too.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
New Dad Cohort VII
The 7th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months. This session runs from April 2026 to September 2026.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort VIII
The 8th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months on the third Wednesday of the month. This cohort runs from July 2026 to December 2026.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Hump Day Zoom Check-in
Our monthly online Zoom meeting for dads to meet and chat. Just a space to connect digitally with others. No plan or agenda. Honestly, we often just end up playing Jackbox games for a bit.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
Want to learn more? Join the dedicated D&D&D Discord server -> https://discord.gg/PTD6TSRVNv
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
Dad Disc Golf (BTV)
Join for Dad Disc Golf at Schifilliti Park in the new north end of Burlington
RSVP Required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
UPPER VALLEY: Trivia Night at Colatina Exit
Join Upper Valley Dad Fellow Jared Pendak and other local dads for a night of trivia at Colatina Exit—free apps on Dad Guild!
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
FRANKLIN: Board Game Night at Guardian Cards and Comics
Join Dad Fellow Dave Greiner for some board games at Guardian Games and Comics. Dads are welcome and encouraged to bring any board games from home to play.
RSVP required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Fires with Fathers
The last Saturday evening a month from 8pm-10pm at Rock Point in Burlington, this peer support group shares and connects on a deeper level while modeling vulnerability.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
Dads Rock! (climbing)
Curious to try out rock climbing? Then join us for a special Dads Rock! session at Petra Cliffs indoor climbing center.
RSVP Required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
New Dad Cohort IX
The 9th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months on the second Tuesday of the month. This cohort runs from October 2026 to March 2027.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort VIII
The 8th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months on the third Wednesday of the month. This cohort runs from July 2026 to December 2026.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort IX
The 9th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months on the second Tuesday of the month. This cohort runs from October 2026 to March 2027.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort VIII
The 8th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months on the third Wednesday of the month. This cohort runs from July 2026 to December 2026.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort IX
The 9th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months on the second Tuesday of the month. This cohort runs from October 2026 to March 2027.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort VIII
The 8th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months on the third Wednesday of the month. This cohort runs from July 2026 to December 2026.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort IX
The 9th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months on the second Tuesday of the month. This cohort runs from October 2026 to March 2027.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort IX
The 9th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months on the second Tuesday of the month. This cohort runs from October 2026 to March 2027.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort IX
The 9th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months on the second Tuesday of the month. This cohort runs from October 2026 to March 2027.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
Want to learn more? Join the dedicated D&D&D Discord server -> https://discord.gg/PTD6TSRVNv
UPPER VALLEY: Trivia Night at Colatina Exit
Join Upper Valley Dad Fellow Jared and other local dads for a night of trivia at Colatina Exit! To get in touch with Jared, feel free to send a message to jared@dadguild.org.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Competition for the Dad Guild Cup 2026
Join other dads for an evening of hanging out in competitive fashion at the Guild Hall, as everyone tries to become the 1st ever Dad Guild Cup Champion! Events will include Mario Kart, Cornhole, Darts & more.
RSVP Required
Black Dad Hang
Are you a Black dad? Are you looking to connect with other Black dads in the area? Dad Guild staff member Marlon Fisher will continue hosting a monthly casual hang for Black fathers at The Guild Hall.
Want to join remotely?
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
FRANKLIN: Board Game Night at Guardian Cards and Comics
Join Dad Fellow Dave G. for a Dads’ Night out of board games at Guardian Games and Comics.
Dads are welcome and encouraged to bring any board games from home to play.
RSVP required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Hump Day Zoom Check-in
Our monthly online Zoom meeting for dads to meet and chat. Just a space to connect digitally with others. No plan or agenda. Honestly, we often just end up playing Jackbox games for a bit.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
New Dad Cohort VI
This is our sixth New Dad Cohort, a cohort for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months. This session runs from January 2026 to June 2026.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
New Dad Cohort VII
The 7th edition of our New Dad Cohort: a monthly meetup for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months. This session runs from April 2026 to September 2026.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
Want to learn more? Join the dedicated D&D&D Discord server -> https://discord.gg/PTD6TSRVNv
Dads Night Out: Board Games at the Guild Hall
Board game night is one of our most popular Dads Night Out. The evening will be facilitated by local rad dad Thomas, a certified board game aficionado.
Dads are encouraged to bring any games from their own collection too.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dads' Night Out: Trivia
The return of Trivia night! Our occasionally winning but always fun trivia team “Dadzilla” returns in Q2 2026.
RSVP Requested: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Dads Night Out @ the Movies - Masters of the Universe
UPDATE: The movie showing will be 8:15pm. Runtime is exactly 2h.
Like going to the movies but haven’t gone much since becoming a parent? Join us on Monday, June 8 for a Dads’ Night Out event at Essex Cinemas to see the new Masters of the Universe movie! "By the power of Grayskull, I have the power!".
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Run Club
Join us for a casual 3.5 mile run! All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. From there, we run to the bike/ped bridge at the Winooski River and back. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly. If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
Friday Hang
Come hang out BYOB-style at the Dad Guild space. No plans or agenda. Just a chance to hang out (and probably play some MarioKart)
RESCHEDULED - Menstrual Cycle Class for Dads
NOTE: This event was originally scheduled for May 12.
HYBRID event: join in-person or remotely via Google Meet
This class offers a clear and practical overview of the menstrual cycle for dads and other men those who want to better understand the girls and women in their lives. We’ll discuss puberty and the onset of menstruation. Then go on to explain the basic menstrual cycle anatomy and physiology, the four phases of the cycle, and how energy and mood can shift across the month.
RSVP required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
NOTE: please register for either “in-person” or “remote” depending how you plan to join
Online support group for co-parenting dads
Separation, divorce, or long-term co-parenting. Join Marlon for this support group. A place to connect digitally with others, share experiences, and strengthen the path forward for you and your family.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Run Club
Join this running crew for a casual 3 mile-ish run to start the day. All experience levels welcome. Meet at the intersection of Staniford Road and the bike path in Burlington’s New North End. If you drive to the meet-up, you can park on Stanbury Road or Staniford Farms Road. We run in any weather, so please dress accordingly! If you’d like to join the Run Club WhatsApp group, please message Dan Castrigano at dan@dadguild.org.
Fires with Fathers
The last Saturday evening a month from 8pm-10pm at Rock Point in Burlington, this peer support group shares and connects on a deeper level while modeling vulnerability.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dad Trek
Join us for our inaugural Dad Trek Fundraiser! Dads and masculine-identifying caregivers are invited to join us for a 10-mile walk from Red Rocks Park in South Burlington to Airport Park in Colchester. We will depart at 7am and arrive at Airport Park at approximately 11am for a whole-family party and lunch at the playground.
Also, you know how we *metaphorically* support Dads? Well, this time we will also be *physically* supporting Dads, by taking turns pulling each other in several Dad Guild Rickshaws. We will take turns walking, riding, and pulling!
Here is an interactive Google Map of our planned route.
UPDATE: Follow the Dad Trek location LIVE using this link starting at 7:00am on 5/30.
To RSVP, see who’s trekking, or make a donation, visit our Dad Trek fundraising page!
FRANKLIN: Board Game Night at Guardian Cards and Comics
Join Dad Fellow Dave G. for a Dads’ Night out of board games at Guardian Games and Comics.
Dads are welcome and encouraged to bring any board games from home to play.
RSVP required: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
UPPER VALLEY: Trivia Night at Colatina Exit
Join Upper Valley Dad Fellow Jared and other local dads for a night of trivia at Colatina Exit! To get in touch with Jared, feel free to send a message to jared@dadguild.org.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
Join for Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball, most Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
UPDATE: Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
SCHEDULING UPDATE: This event has been moved up one day. Was originally scheduled for Friday, May 22.
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
Want to learn more? Join the dedicated D&D&D Discord server -> https://discord.gg/PTD6TSRVNv
Hump Day Zoom Check-in
Our monthly online Zoom meeting for dads to meet and chat. Just a space to connect digitally with others. No plan or agenda. Honestly, we often just end up playing Jackbox games for a bit.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
New Dad Cohort VI
This is our sixth New Dad Cohort, a cohort for new dads (with children 0-12 months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months. This session runs from January 2026 to June 2026.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search