Lake Champlain Chamber Music Festival
Afternoon master classes and intimate classical music performances featuring world-class chamber musicians across Chittendon County.
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Things to do in Burlington, VT
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8 hand-picked things to do in Burlington, VT right now · 6 with confirmed dates
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A perfect 3 days in Burlington, VT
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Day 1
MorningLake Champlain Chamber Music Festival
Afternoon master classes and intimate classical music performances featuring world-class chamber musicians across Chittendon County.
AfternoonSplit in Half at Showcase Lounge
An intimate, high-octane indie performance packed into the cozy confines of South Burlington's premier club venue.
EveningStowe Alpine Village & Mountain Road Retreat
Just an hour east through the winding Winooski River valley, spend a weekend exploring mountain trails, local cider houses, and historic covered bridges beneath Mount Mansfield.
Day 2
MorningWarren Zeiders at Champlain Valley Exposition
High-energy country and roots rock live on stage as the iconic regional county fair officially kicks off its late-summer run.
AfternoonMonster Truck - A Night of Fire and Destruction
Roaring engines, massive tires, and high-flying automotive chaos taking over the grandstands for one explosive weekend event.
EveningMiddlebury Falls & Historic Downtown Loop
Head south down Route 7 for a quiet weekend wander past cascading waterfall gorges, independent bookstores, and farm-to-table dining along Otter Creek.
Day 3
MorningJordan Davis with Matt Lang
Multi-platinum country hitmaker performing open-air as part of the massive annual Champlain Valley Fair festivities.
AfternoonFigure 8 Racing at Champlain Valley Expo
High-stakes intersection racing where local drivers thread the needle through the classic dirt-track crossover.
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Events and things to do tonight in Burlington
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🌲 This Weekend in Burlington, VT
Fairs, live tunes, and late-summer gatherings
Warren Zeiders at Champlain Valley Exposition
High-energy country and roots rock live on stage as the iconic regional county fair officially kicks off its late-summer run.
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Jordan Davis with Matt Lang
Multi-platinum country hitmaker performing open-air as part of the massive annual Champlain Valley Fair festivities.
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Split in Half at Showcase Lounge
An intimate, high-octane indie performance packed into the cozy confines of South Burlington's premier club venue.
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Eat & Drink
Fresh neighborhood flavors and waterfront bites
✨ New & Notable
Limited-time experiences and seasonal pop-ups
Monster Truck - A Night of Fire and Destruction
Roaring engines, massive tires, and high-flying automotive chaos taking over the grandstands for one explosive weekend event.
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Figure 8 Racing at Champlain Valley Expo
High-stakes intersection racing where local drivers thread the needle through the classic dirt-track crossover.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Easy weekend getaways within a short drive
Stowe Alpine Village & Mountain Road Retreat
Just an hour east through the winding Winooski River valley, spend a weekend exploring mountain trails, local cider houses, and historic covered bridges beneath Mount Mansfield.
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Middlebury Falls & Historic Downtown Loop
Head south down Route 7 for a quiet weekend wander past cascading waterfall gorges, independent bookstores, and farm-to-table dining along Otter Creek.
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