Modest Mouse at Shelburne Museum
Catch an outdoor lakeside concert on the museum grounds. Children 12 and under get in free.
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Things to do in Burlington, VT
Find current events, restaurants, family activities, and quick getaway ideas in Burlington, VT. WonderKit curates these picks daily so the page stays useful for both local search and trip planning.
6 hand-picked things to do in Burlington, VT right now · 2 with confirmed dates
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A perfect 3 days in Burlington, VT
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Day 1
MorningThe Soda Plant Studio Stroll
Explore a converted historic industrial building in the South End Arts District housing over thirty local makers, vintage curators, and independent designers [1.2.5].
AfternoonNet Zero Energy Festival
A family-friendly afternoon at Waterfront Park featuring renewable-powered food trucks, e-bike test rides, and induction cooking demos by professional chefs.
Day 2
MorningBurlington Farmers Market
Stroll through the vibrant Saturday market on Pine Street for peak-season Vermont sweet corn, fresh berries, local cheeses, and handmade crafts.
AfternoonStowe & Smugglers' Notch Alpine Escape
Head an hour east into the Green Mountains for dramatic cliffside drives, world-class ridge hiking on Mount Mansfield, and local cider tasting in a classic Vermont mountain village.
Day 3
MorningModest Mouse at Shelburne Museum
Catch an outdoor lakeside concert on the museum grounds. Children 12 and under get in free.
AfternoonChamplain Islands Agritourism Weekend
Take a tranquil drive north across the causeway to explore lakeside vineyards, farm stands laden with stone fruit and berries, and quiet bicycling roads surrounded by water.
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🌲 This Weekend in Burlington, VT
The best events, markets, and outdoor happenings around the Queen City
Net Zero Energy Festival
A family-friendly afternoon at Waterfront Park featuring renewable-powered food trucks, e-bike test rides, and induction cooking demos by professional chefs.
communityfamilywaterfront
Burlington Farmers Market
Stroll through the vibrant Saturday market on Pine Street for peak-season Vermont sweet corn, fresh berries, local cheeses, and handmade crafts.
marketlocal-foodshopping
🍷 Eat & Drink
New openings, seasonal menus, and local favorites
✨ New & Notable
Limited-time exhibits, pop-ups, and seasonal highlights
The Soda Plant Studio Stroll
Explore a converted historic industrial building in the South End Arts District housing over thirty local makers, vintage curators, and independent designers [1.2.5].
artlocal-makersshopping
🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend getaways within a 2-3 hour drive of Burlington
Stowe & Smugglers' Notch Alpine Escape
Head an hour east into the Green Mountains for dramatic cliffside drives, world-class ridge hiking on Mount Mansfield, and local cider tasting in a classic Vermont mountain village.
mountainshikingroad-trip
Champlain Islands Agritourism Weekend
Take a tranquil drive north across the causeway to explore lakeside vineyards, farm stands laden with stone fruit and berries, and quiet bicycling roads surrounded by water.
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What are the best things to do in Burlington, VT?
Current local highlights in Burlington, VT include Modest Mouse at Shelburne Museum, Net Zero Energy Festival, and Burlington Farmers Market. WonderKit refreshes this guide daily so the picks reflect real local happenings.
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