Events in Burlington, VT

Returning to Saint John's Club in Burlington, Vermont, this show rolls through familiar tunes that keep the room gently swaying. The set ranges from Linda Ronstadt and Lady Gaga to Johnny Cash and Journey, covering a broad mix of styles and eras. Scenic views and drinks contribute to a relaxed, end of week atmosphere.

TopHouse delivers a dynamic set that moves from driving, high-energy, foot-stomping songs to tender ballads. Their style blends the grit of rock with the warmth of traditional bluegrass, creating a lively and emotive sound. This event is open to all ages.

Open to all ages, this concert salutes the Allman Brothers legacy through a live rock and roll experience. A Band of Brothers is a collective founded by Boston guitarists Johnny Trama and Ryan Taylor that honors the tradition while delivering a fresh, exciting show each night. Keyboardist and vocalist Matt Zeiner brings early experience touring with Matt “Guitar” Murphy and a key chapter performing with Dickey Betts of the Allman Brothers Band, where he also contributed original songs. After four years on the road, he formed his own band, released Live on a Summer Night in 2007, collaborated with Melvin Sparks and Jeff Pevar, and has been developing a new album that spans soul, R&B, and rock with tight, melodic arrangements. Trama’s guitar work is informed by appearances with Bettye LaVette, G. Love, Reckoners, and Dub Apocalypse. Bassist Jesse Williams has played with Duke Robillard, Louis Walker, and North Mississippi Allstars. Drummer Tom Arey has worked with Peter Wolf’s Midnight Travelers. Percussionist Brendan Tommaney, known for projects like Pink Talking Fish and Tommaney, adds a jazz-infused touch.

A summer market returns to downtown Burlington, bringing together artists and makers in City Hall Park. Explore work from local creators and discover art prints, jewelry, handcrafted pieces, playful crafts, and other unique finds, plus tasty bites along the way. It offers a friendly way to connect with the creative community and pick up something special. Media sponsors include Seven Days and Find & Go Seek.

Barbacoa Smoke spotlights the dishes that built its reputation, featuring smoked ribs, pulled pork sandwiches, and brisket for a comforting, no-fuss barbecue experience. Guests who arrive in a vehicle that is at least 20 years old receive $3 off their choice of ribs, a pulled pork sandwich, or a brisket sandwich. It is a simple celebration of timeless flavors alongside vintage rides.

City Hall Park turns into a splash-ready dance floor as DJ Matt Hagen blends soul, global grooves, funk, and modern boogie. Smooth, surprising transitions keep dancers and listeners on their toes, creating a lively, stylish atmosphere. Children and their caregivers can enjoy a DJ-powered dance party in the park’s interactive splash fountain, which is wheelchair accessible. Summer in the City receives support from the Pomerleau Family Foundation, with additional backing from Burlington Telecom, Myti, Soundtoys, and Lake Champlain Chocolates. Community partner American Flatbread Burlington and Mothership Brewery contribute as well, and media sponsorship is provided by Seven Days and WCAX.

Left Eye Jump brings a rich slice of Burlington blues to Red Square, channeling the electric and acoustic traditions of Chicago, Texas, New Orleans, California, and the Mississippi Delta from the 1940s through the 1960s. The band ranges from raw Delta slide guitar and T-Bone Walker style jump swing to soul searching slow blues, Texas flavored funk, and New Orleans rumba boogie, reflecting a long standing commitment to the deep blues. Formed in 1997 by musicians grounded in the genre, the group most often performs as a six piece, yet has appeared as a trio and expanded to an eight piece with a horn section. Guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader Dennis Willmott traces his path to the blues back to the 1950s with early listening that included Leadbelly and Mance Lipscomb, inspiration from live performances by Lightning Hopkins and the duo of Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee, and coffeehouse sets by 1963 in the Boston area featuring acoustic Piedmont, Delta, and Texas twelve bar styles. In the early 1990s he shifted toward urban electric blues and connected through Vermont Blues Society jam sessions that helped spark the creation of Left Eye Jump.

Open to all ages, this concert spotlights Burlington, Vermont’s Dwight + Nicole, a group that threads together blues, soul, and R&B with hints of dream pop and alternative rock. Dwight Ritscher’s inviting tenor pairs with Nicole Nelson’s four-octave voice, which drew national attention on season three of NBC’s The Voice. Ritscher began performing as a child alongside his grandfather and soon was playing in New Jersey blues clubs. He started bands while in college in Burlington, then moved to Boston to fulfill a recording contract with Red Beans and Rice, sharpening his skills on stages across New England. Nelson, a bassist and songwriter with early roots in musical theater and violin, earned recognition as a standout jazz vocalist in Boston. United by a deep admiration for the Staple Singers, Albert King, and Etta James, they formed a duo built on electric guitar, tambourine, foot-stomp rhythms, and tight harmonies. After relocating to Vermont, they expanded with drummer Ezra Oklan and keyboardist Leon Campos. The band has toured throughout North America with Mavis Staples, Melissa Etheridge, and Norah Jones, in addition to headlining its own shows. Their performances are known for comforting energy and undeniable onstage chemistry, and they have earned numerous honors over the years, including Band of the Year, Vocalist of the Year, Best Blues/R&B Band, Female Vocalist of the Year, and Blues Act of the Year at the Boston Music Awards, along with Video of the Year from the Independent Music Awards and Daysies awards from Seven Days. Their recordings include The Jaguar, The Raven, and The Snake, featuring the single Saying Goodbye, produced by Joel Hamilton and recorded at Studio G in Brooklyn and at Ocean Sound in Giske, Norway with contributions from the Daptone Horns and Arkai Strings. They later reunited with Hamilton at Studio G to create a new album titled Day or Night. Recent coverage in outlets such as the Boston Herald, Amplify Music Magazine, and Glide Magazine has praised the group’s genre-blending sound, the blend of vintage and modern textures, and the dynamic contrast between Nelson’s powerful range and Ritscher’s easygoing delivery.

This all-ages show features Donna the Buffalo, a roots rock band whose music and community have grown together over decades. Active since 1989, they have logged thousands of performances and appeared at major gatherings such as Bonnaroo, the Newport Folk Festival, Telluride, Austin City Limits Festival, Merle Fest, and the Philadelphia Folk Festival. Their history includes opening for The Dead and touring with Peter Rowan, Del McCoury, Los Lobos, Little Feat, Jim Lauderdale, Rusted Root, and Railroad Earth. They also joined Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Ben Cohen on the road to draw attention to increased corporate spending in politics. In 1991 the band launched the Finger Lakes GrassRoots Festival in Trumansburg, New York, a four day event that began as an AIDS benefit and continues to support arts and education, attracting more than 15,000 attendees each year. It is now one of three GrassRoots Festivals, alongside the bi-annual Shakori Hills festival in North Carolina and the Virginia Key festival in Florida. In 2016, GrassRoots Culture Camp was introduced in Trumansburg with four days of music, art, dance and movement workshops, plus nightly dinners and dances.

Next Stop Comedy brings a rotating lineup of stand-up talent to J Skis. Each show features different comedians, including performers with television and podcast credits, keeping the laughs fresh from one performance to the next.

A friendly gathering to share a meal and conversation. The staff includes two people who know ASL, and you can choose to dine inside or outside. If at least three people are interested, please mark going to help confirm attendance.

Motorcycle Sunday at Barbacoa Smoke brings riders together around slow smoked barbecue. Ride in on a motorcycle and get $3 off your choice of ribs, a pulled pork sandwich, or a brisket sandwich. The vibe is relaxed and unhurried, suited to a quick pit stop or a longer stay with fellow motorcyclists, all centered on good food and the open road.

A recurring community drive organized by the North End Food Pantry welcomes donations of seasonal clothing for all ages and sizes, along with unexpired shelf-stable foods and personal care essentials. Clothing should arrive freshly washed and free of pet hair, stains, and rips. High-need items include diapers and wipes, menstrual care products with a preference for pads, toilet paper, canned beans, canned meat or fish, canned fruits and vegetables, soups, peanut butter, cereal, pasta, and rice. Taking place at the Odd Fellows Lodge, this effort supports the pantry’s all-volunteer nonprofit work in Burlington, which provides free food, hygiene items, and clothing to community members. Volunteers are also needed during the drive to open and review donations and to sort items by type, gender, and age group.

Foam Brewers hosts a performance by David Karl Roberts that pairs tunes with brews.

Craft & Skillshare Afternoons at the Burlington Odd Fellows create a relaxed weekly space to work on creative projects, share skills, and connect with fellow makers in a welcoming community setting. Bring a craft, art, mending, or hobby project to focus on, or make use of materials available from the shared art supply library. Everyone is welcome, from seasoned creators to people trying something new. The gathering takes place upstairs in the Odd Fellows Hall. Please note that access is by stairs only and there is no elevator.

An all ages, seated show featuring Hana Stretton and Helena Deland. Seating is unassigned and available upon arrival, with extra standing room at the back. Hana Stretton is a British and Australian composer, singer, and producer recognized for intimate, warmly textured recordings and airy song structures. Her 2023 debut, Soon, drew a devoted international audience, then was reissued in 2024 by Phil Elverum on PW Elverum & Sun, accompanied by praise for the way her work captures deep, attentive creativity. Her next album, tiarn, is planned for summer 2026 and moves from the Australian settings that informed Soon to the Pacific, introducing gentle classical and electronic colors. It will be released independently, with vinyl editions through PW Elverum & Sun in North America, brierfield flood press in Australia, and Lima Limo in Europe and the UK. Helena Deland is a Montreal-based artist whose songs reach for feelings that everyday language does not always hold, drawing inspiration from reading and long walks. Her first full-length, Someone New, arrived in 2020 on Luminelle Recordings, followed by Hildegard, a collaborative album with Ouri on section1. Spring Bug is her second single with Chivi Chivi, following 2022’s Swimmer. She is announcing her first North American headline tour and has toured extensively across North America and Europe, opening for Weyes Blood, Andy Shauf, Connan Mockasin, Soccer Mommy, and Iggy Pop.

This all ages event features Chandler, a rapper from Newport News, Virginia, now based in New York, whose breakout moment came with the viral track FIGURE IT OUT created with producer Stafford Beats and rapper YNG Martyr. Active since 2005, he has performed around the United States, played drums in a band, and appeared on lineups with DRAM and Dirty Heads. After stepping away from music to focus on acting, he returned in 2021 with renewed energy. Over the past year he has drawn more than 25 million streams as songs like NOTHIN' TO IT and Hot Pocket - Remix showcase sharp wordplay and a larger than life persona. His music has landed on Spotify playlists such as Internet People and New Music Friday AU & NZ, and he has recently appeared on platforms like On The Radar. Successful tours and growing online momentum point to a rising presence in the rap scene.

All ages admitted. This event features Cate Le Bon, an artist whose seventh album, Michelangelo Dying, was shaped by raw feeling and became a cathartic exploration of love and its aftermath. Conceived across Hydra, Cardiff, London and Los Angeles and completed in the Californian desert, the record follows the contours of heartache, memory and release. Songs such as Jerome, Mothers of Riches, About Time and Is It Worth It (Happy Birthday)? trace shifting states of being, and John Cale contributes a moving vocal on Ride. Her music layers processed guitars and saxophones with percussive synths and filtered voices, creating a luminous sound world that can suggest touchstones like David Bowie, Nico, John McGeoch and Laurie Anderson while remaining distinctly her own. The approach builds on Reward and Pompeii, with Le Bon taking on much of the playing and co-producing with longtime collaborator Samur Khouja. Saxophonist Euan Hinshelwood adds an emotive presence when words are too fixed, joined on the album by Paul Jones on piano along with Dylan Hadley and Valentina Magaletti on drums and percussion. Beyond her solo work, Le Bon’s production credits include projects with Wilco, Devendra Banhart and St. Vincent’s Grammy winning All Born Screaming. The experience centers an artist who treats songs as a living cycle, constantly turning to reveal new facets.

At the Champlain Valley Exposition, the Workforce in Motion Summit brings together students, employers, educators, workforce organizations, training providers, and the broader community for a day centered on opportunity, awareness, and connection. Recognized as a leading hands-on career exploration experience in Vermont, it creates direct links between attendees and the people shaping the state’s workforce. Students in grades 6–12 can dive into careers through interactive exhibits and equipment demonstrations, speak with employers, explore workforce pathways, learn about scholarships, and take part in the event’s Student Passport Challenge. Focus areas span skilled trades, manufacturing, healthcare, public safety, transportation, technology, and more, with access to both the tools and professionals behind these fields. The summit also welcomes the general public, including job seekers, families, career changers, and community members, who can explore exhibits, connect with employers, learn about training and apprenticeships, and discover career pathways available across Vermont. Expect interactive equipment and industry demos, cross-sector career exploration, student scholarship opportunities, connections with employers, educators, and workforce partners, plus comprehensive information on training and apprenticeship options. Title sponsorship is provided by Casella Waste Systems, with the Lake Champlain Chamber serving as host partner in Chittenden County. Registration is open.

Bronx-born vocalist Samara Joy grew up loving classic R&B and first found her voice in her church’s gospel choir. Music runs deep in her family, from grandparents who led the Philadelphia gospel group the Savettes to her father, musician and songwriter Antonio McLendon, a producer, composer, and arranger. She immersed herself in jazz at SUNY Purchase, winning the 2019 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, a breakthrough that brought her to wider attention. Listeners and critics have since praised her command of jazz standards and the poise and technique associated with heroines like Sarah Vaughan, Betty Carter, Abbey Lincoln, and Carmen McRae. Her self-titled debut arrived on Whirlwind in 2021, followed by Linger Awhile on Verve, a breakout release lauded by DownBeat and honored with Grammys for Best Jazz Vocal Album and Best New Artist. A deluxe edition and Joyful Holiday continued the momentum, earning additional Grammys in 2025 for Best Jazz Vocal Album and Best Jazz Performance. Her latest Verve release, Portrait, co-produced with trumpeter and bandleader Brian Lynch, spotlights the close, soulful rapport she shares with her touring band and highlights her growing voice as a lyricist in imaginative settings that weave her words with music by Charles Mingus, Sun Ra, and her late mentor Barry Harris. Portrait received the 2025 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Jazz Album and the 2026 Grammy for Best Vocal Jazz Album. This performance centers a voice rooted in gospel and shaped by jazz mastery, presented with the ensemble whose onstage chemistry fuels her current sound.

This all-ages concert spotlights Anberlin, the Florida-born alt-rock band with more than two decades of history and a devoted following. Known for the No. 1 Alternative Radio hit Feel Good Drag and over 1.5 million albums sold in the U.S., the group returns with renewed intensity around Vega, their first full-length in a decade. The new music grew from a free-flowing, DIY process that began in guitarist Christian McAlhaney’s garage and continued with the band self-producing at Tampa’s Feral Sound Studios. The lineup includes Stephen Christian, Joseph Milligan, Christian McAlhaney, Deon Rexroat, and Nathan Young, with Matty Mullins stepping in as live vocalist after Christian announced he would not tour full-time. Expect a powerful blend of sing-along melodies and heavier, hard-hitting moments that reflect the range showcased on Vega and their recent EPs Silverline and Convinced.

An all ages, seated concert with MaMuse marks the release of their seventh full length album, This Is the Venue. Seats are claimed in arrival order, and there will be standing room at the back. Drawing on folk and gospel roots, the group layers resonant vocal harmonies with upright bass, guitar, mandolin, flute, and keys to create a sound that spans a wide range of feeling. The new songs reflect on life in the present moment, honoring joy and sorrow, tough dialogues, and the healing that can follow. The set will blend fresh material with favorites like We Shall Be Known and Hallelujah, pieces that have traveled into community choirs, weddings, funerals, birth rooms, and gatherings worldwide. With two decades of writing, touring, and making music together, MaMuse continues to shape concerts that foster connection, presence, and moments sparked by the audience.

Joe Dombrowski appears at Vermont Comedy Club in Burlington, Vermont for three consecutive nights. This run offers multiple chances to see him take the stage.

Southern Culture On The Skids takes the stage for an all-ages show that highlights decades of road-tested rock and roll. The trio of Rick Miller on guitar and vocals, Mary Huff on bass and vocals, and Dave Hartman on drums has been recording and touring since the early 1980s, moving from North Carolina house parties to TV talk shows like Conan O’Brien and The Tonight Show, from the base of Mt. Fuji in Japan to performances inside North Carolina correctional facilities. Along the way they have shared bills with Link Wray, Loretta Lynn, Hasil Adkins, and Patti Smith, and their music has turned up in films, television, and commercials selling everything from diamonds to pork sausage. Their cultural impact was recognized with an exhibition from the Southern Folklife Collection at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2014. Onstage they deliver dance-ready, high-energy sets that Rolling Stone once characterized as a wild rock and roll party. The latest full-length, At Home with Southern Culture on the Skids, arrived in March 2021, recorded largely in Rick Miller’s living room during the stay-at-home period with additional work at his studio, The Kudzu Ranch. Its first radio single, Run Baby Run, surges with fuzzy garage grit and an urgent vocal from Mary Huff. Across the album the band blends rock and roll, surf, folk, and country into their signature off-kilter Americana, adding more acoustic textures while keeping the punch fans expect.

A beloved celebration of the French-Canadian comfort dish returns to the Coal Collective, uniting standout poutine makers from across New England. Guests can enjoy hearty tastings from participating restaurants as chefs face off for two top honors, a 22 pound championship belt inspired by pro wrestling and a People’s Choice award. Beyond the curds and gravy, the day features live music, beer, games, and activities designed with families in mind, all within a welcoming setting that highlights the French language and Francophone culture. Food trucks will be on hand with extra options for those who want even more. Produced by PoutineFest USA, this gathering shines a bright light on poutine and the communities that helped make it a regional favorite.

This all ages event spotlights 76th Street, the musical partnership of Haley and Spencer, best friends since fifth grade. They share songs designed to help listeners feel safe, empowered, liberated, and joyfully queer. Their work is inspired by LGBTQ+ artists including Indigo Girls, Brandi Carlile, MUNA, and Mary Lambert, whose confident voices helped pave the way. The focus is connection through music, inviting you to feel at home in yourself and maybe even dance a little.

Open to all ages, this performance spotlights Katie Pruitt, a Georgia-born, Nashville-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose Americana and indie rock sensibilities search for meaning in modern life. Her 2020 debut, Expectations, earned critical acclaim and a nomination for Emerging Artist of the Year from the Americana Music Association. She has continued to craft songs that wrestle with identity, self-acceptance, and the everyday bravery of living honestly. Her latest album, Fools for the Fleeting, follows 2024’s Mantras and uses nature as a lens to consider impermanence, climate anxiety, the fragility of love, and the solitude that can come with a digital world. Centered on her warm, soulful voice and an acoustic-forward, live-in-the-room feel, the ten-song set blends poetic reflection with confessional storytelling. Recent studio work has included contributions from guitarist Juan Solorzano and drummer Aksel Coe, underscoring a sound that is earthy, immediate, and deeply human.

Ann Wilson appears with Tripsitter for an event centered on the voice that helped define Heart. A co-founder and lead singer-songwriter of the groundbreaking band, she is widely regarded among rock’s greatest vocalists. Her commanding sound has shaped modern music for more than five decades, with milestones that include over 35 million records sold, induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. As one of the first women to lead a hard rock band at arena scale, she expanded what was possible for female artists and delivered signature songs such as Barracuda, Magic Man, and Crazy on You. Beyond Heart, her solo releases Hope & Glory, Fierce Bliss, and Another Door blend rock, folk, and orchestral elements, pairing her distinctive voice with both original material and bold reinterpretations. She also shares reflections on music and culture through the podcast After Dinner Thinks. Her journey continues with In My Voice, a forthcoming documentary directed by Barbara Hall that draws on rare archival footage, personal journals, and candid storytelling.

Experience an all ages concert with Bombargo, a Canadian band that tours internationally and blends soulful colors with a vintage pop vibe. Their live show features big sing-along moments, tight harmonies from two sets of brothers, and a charismatic frontman in Nathan Thoen whose onstage moves and conviction have drawn praise from music industry legends. The project began when Thoen and guitarist Spencer Chilliak met on a spontaneous trip to the Sasquatch Music Festival and quickly wrote Let It Grow, a song that appeared on their debut EP Back on Main, later recognized by SaskMusic among the top Saskatchewan releases of 2015. The group expanded into a five piece with Anthony Thoen on guitar, Matt and Sammy Folkersen on keys and bass, and Niall Cubbon on drums, leading to the full-length We Are Bombargo. Career highlights include Taylor Swift featuring their single Mr. No Good on her Songs Taylor Loves playlist, coverage from outlets such as CBC’s Q and Billboard, and the 2019 hit Oxygen reaching Canada’s Hot AC Top 40. That same year saw a 33 date North American Dream Tour that kicked off with a Roughriders Labour Day Classic halftime performance before more than 33,000 people, followed by a much-talked-about US debut at Hotel Cafe. Bombargo has opened for artists like John Butler Trio, Allen Stone, Ripe, and Joel Plaskett, performed on the main stage at Okeechobee Festival for a crowd exceeding 40,000, surpassed 10 million streams with over a million YouTube views, earned back-to-back Saskatchewan Music Awards nominations for Pop/Rock Artist of the Year, and even made a cameo in Bill & Ted Face the Music. This show is open to all ages.

This all-ages show spotlights Briscoe, the Texas duo behind West Of It All and the follow-up Heat of July. Shaped by cross-country touring, their evolving folk rock stretches into a broader American roots sound, mixing the rush of the road with personal stories about marriage, family, and home. Lifelong friends Philip Lupton and Truett Heintzelman center everything on close harmonies and songcraft they refined on long drives while finishing studies at UT Austin after signing with ATO Records. On record they reunited with producer Brad Cook and expanded the palette with contributors including Matthew McCaughan, Libby Rodenbough, Andrew Marlin, Phil Cook, and Matt Myers, creating richly textured tracks that range from the roadhouse punch of Adeline to acoustic narratives like Roughnecks, Arizona Shining, and Saving Grace, along with the stark storytelling of Flashlights in the Canyon. The result is a wide-open take on roots music that carries the spirit of deserts, canyons, and open highways while staying grounded in their own histories.

All ages are welcome. Benjamin Tod, the singer and songwriter at the helm of Lost Dog Street Band, brings music shaped by a turn from turmoil to gratitude. His recent solo album, Shooting Star, marks a fresh chapter that leans into classic country with a honkytonk pulse while moving beyond his earlier, starker tones. The songs touch outlaw and red dirt currents alongside folk and indie influences, anchored by plainspoken honesty and a coal-hot voice. Raised on Nashville stages and street corners, Tod set out to write with intent, working with standout local musicians to capture a sound that values vulnerability, craft, and the simple power of three chords and the truth. Centered on storytelling, resilience, and renewal, this appearance reflects an artist embracing change and aiming to create music that helps people face hardship and find steadier ground.

Vermont’s autumn landscape comes alive with brilliant reds, glowing oranges, and sunny yellows as cool air settles over rolling hills and valleys. Local flavors pair with these views, creating a warm, seasonal experience across the state. Based in Burlington, VT, this four day, three night getaway offers pick ups in Troy, Towanda, Wyalusing, and Tunkhannock. The package is $1525 per person for double occupancy, with a $150 deposit due within three weeks of reserving. Additional options are $1425 for triple, $1325 for quad, and $2025 for single occupancy. Highlights include tastings at a Vermont maple farm, a guided visit to the Rock of Ages Quarry, time to explore Church Place Marketplace, a tour and tasting at Ben & Jerry’s, a stop at Cold Hollow Cider Mill, and unstructured time in Stowe Village. The journey also features Emily’s Haunted Bridge, visits to the Vermont Annex and Cabot Creamery, and a dinner cruise on Lake Champlain. Three nights of lodging, three breakfasts, two lunches including a meal at the Trapp Family Lodge, two days with a local guide with gratuities included, taxes and tips on services, luggage handling when available, driver gratuity, and a host are all part of the experience.

This all-ages concert spotlights White Denim, the L.A. based rock band led by singer and guitarist James Petralli and founded in Austin. The group shares music from its thirteenth album, 13, a vivid blend of rock, funk, dub, soul and gritty blues that continues the band’s spirit of exploration. The title nods to Petralli’s birthday and to the number’s twin pull toward independence and unpredictability, themes that course through the record. Influences span Scritti Politti, The Gap Band, Terry Reid, King Tubby, Caetano Veloso, John Cale, Stevie Wonder and 80s era Steve Winwood. The album moves from the punch of Lock And Key and the glam charged Chew Nails to multifaceted tracks like Only A Fool and That’s Rap. Time Time brings soulful horns and a focus on family and creative freedom, Earth To turns inward with a wide angle look at the American dream, and Keep Calling Me (Baby) threads dubby calypso with sunny pop touches while featuring Michael Hunter and Cat Clemons alongside original drummer Josh Block. Contributions from Matt Young, Jesse Chandler, Kosta Galanoupolis and Griffin and Taylor Goldsmith, with founding bassist Steve Terebecki, underline the group’s evolving lineup while honoring its roots. Arc Iris also appears, bringing an art pop perspective shaped by multi instrumentalist Jocie Adams with Zach Tenorio and Ray Belli. Across multiple albums and years of shows, the trio draws on classic singer songwriter craft and Tropicalia as well as modern production and electronics, and members have collaborated with artists such as WILLOW, St. Vincent, Kimbra, Guster, Elvis Costello, Emmylou Harris, Bruce Springsteen and Jon Anderson. After relocating from Providence to Los Angeles, they launched the outdoor series Glass Hill, now a lively hub for the city’s independent music community. Their album iTMRW presents a science fiction story set in a future world.

A social contra dance in downtown Burlington features the Mad Robin Contra Collective, a group of local callers and musicians dedicated to presenting dances, building skills, and promoting the tradition. Contra dancing blends traditional New England folk roots with a modern spark, often compared to a mix of swing and square dancing. All are welcome, no partner or prior experience is needed, and each dance is taught with gender neutral calling. A beginner lesson is offered. Dress for aerobic activity, bring a water bottle, and wear clean, non marking indoor shoes. Admission is on a $5 to $20 sliding scale. Presented with support from the Country Dance & Song Society.

This all ages show features Benjamin Tod alongside Lost Dog Street Band. The singer and songwriter at the helm of the band has turned a personal corner, embracing love and stability and channeling that change into his art. His latest solo release, Shooting Star, moves him confidently into classic country with help from standout Nashville players, threading honkytonk through songs that brush outlaw, red dirt, folk, and indie territory. The music leans toward the lineage of Hank Williams and nods to artists like Marty Stuart, delivered with clear-eyed writing that aims to be useful in everyday life. Shaped by time spent busking on Nashville’s Lower Broadway and a past he does not hide, Tod now focuses on music that helps people heal, support their families and communities, and reconnect with their spirit.

Randy Feltface unleashes a whirlwind of offbeat, unpredictable comedy that aims to keep the crowd laughing from start to finish. The show mixes razor-sharp wit with delightfully absurd humor, all fueled by infectious, high-energy momentum. Expect a fast-paced stand-up set filled with big laughs and memorable moments.

The Emmy-nominated series Wild Kratts comes to life on stage as Martin and Chris Kratt lead a classic creature rescue adventure. The brothers appear live, activate beloved Creature Power Suits, and, with help from the Wild Kratts team and audience members, take on a humorous villain while working to protect animals. The performance celebrates core creature themes, high energy, and the inspiring quest that has made the television series a favorite for kids and families.

Enjoy friendly cribbage games with fellow enthusiasts. All skill levels are welcome, from beginners to experienced players.

This performance is open to all ages. The Buena Vista Orchestra, also known as the Buena Vista Social Orchestra or Orquesta Buena Vista, brings together a rich repertory of Cuban music performed by artists with roots in the Buena Vista Social Club, AfroCuban All Stars, and the bands of Celia Cruz, Omara Portuondo, Chucho Valdés, Willie Colón, and more. The ensemble is led by Cuban violinist Rolando Morejón Reyes, whose background includes leading the Orquesta de Enrique Jorrín and performing with Omara Portuondo, Willie Colón, Cachao Lopez, Oscar D’León, and others. The lineup features trumpeter Antonio Perigo with credits alongside Omara Portuondo, Oscar D’León, Celia Cruz, and AfroCuban All Stars. Percussionist Miguel Valdés brings experience with Celia Cruz, Cachao López, Chucho Valdés, AfroCuban All Stars, Ibrahim Ferrer Jr and Buena Vista All Stars, and McCoy Tyner. Pianist Helder Rojas, from La Charanga Habanera, is noted for appearances at the Buena Vista Social Club concerts in Havana. Trombonist Yosmel Garcerarn has performed with Trombonañga, Ibrahim Ferrer Jr and Buena Vista All Stars, Buena Vista Social Club, and Paulito FG. Latin Grammy nominee and percussionist Pepe Epsinosa adds further depth with work in AfroCuban All Stars, Arturo Sandoval, and Cubanismo. The broader Buena Vista projects have toured worldwide, reached millions in ticket and record sales, and appeared in documentaries and theatrical productions. Presented by SSK Music Presents, this event continues a celebrated legacy while creating opportunities for a new generation of musicians and music industry professionals.

Feed My Starving Children MobilePack, hosted by With Love From Vermont, brings volunteers together at A.D. Lawton Intermediate School to pack meals. This effort aims for 101,088 meals and seeks to raise $30,000 to purchase the food that will be packed. Updates about fundraising activities and opportunities are shared by With Love From Vermont. The organization makes payments to FMSC throughout the year to purchase the food for this pack, so recurring contributions help sustain the effort. For more information, contact Fred Kenney at (802) 777-8349 or kenneyfred@gmail.com.

Blood Eclipse brings a night of heavy bass to Odd Fellows, spotlighting DJ sets from Joe Pro, Revolt, Jesse Chainsaw, Barnyard Dubz, Applesnozz, and SEVERED. The experience also includes live art from GraffGrrrl, sound and lighting by Bright Lights Entertainment, and visuals by WubVisuals. There is a suggested $10 donation. This event is all ages and substance free.

The Out of the Darkness Burlington Walk centers on suicide prevention by emphasizing that understanding is a vital first step, noting that suicide is the eleventh leading cause of death in the United States. Funds raised directly support research, advocacy, and educational programs in schools, workplaces, and communities across Vermont. Registration is free and quick. It offers a way to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.

An all ages hardcore lineup brings together veteran acts and new energy. Judge anchors the night, a New York hardcore force founded in 1987 by Youth of Today alumni John “Porcell” Porcelly and Mike “Judge” Ferraro. Their early output included the 7-inch New York Crew on Schism, featuring a cover of Blitz’s “Warriors.” With Sammy Siegler on drums and Matt Pincus on bass, they recorded the full-length Bringin’ It Down for Revelation Records in 1989, toured through 1991, and issued the 7-inch There Will Be Quiet with “The Storm.” After reuniting in 2013 for two New York City shows, the band has continued to perform across the United States and abroad. Get A Grip adds Vermont roots to the bill, veterans from the 242 Main era who bridge longtime fans and newer listeners through the power of hardcore. A special covers set honors Gary’s 60th birthday, with close friends and scene stalwarts delivering songs he loves, including material by The Wards and Misfits. Outnumbered rounds things out with stripped-down, no-frills hardcore, formed in 2024 by members from Rutland and Burlington. They have already issued a self-released demo and a follow-up EP on SVU records from Maine.

Adam Ezra Group presents a connection-forward concert that blends folk and Americana roots with rock energy and openhearted storytelling. Over more than twenty years, what began with Adam Ezra playing solo shows has grown person by person into an independent touring band built on community and constant road work. The lineup features Adam Ezra alongside Corinna Smith on fiddle, Poche Ponce on bass, and Alex Martin on drums. Their performances are known for turning a room of strangers into a shared community. That purpose continues offstage through RallySound, Adam Ezra’s nonprofit, and The Ramble, a fan-driven festival that pairs music with activism and underscores the strength of small communities. During the pandemic, Ezra launched The Gathering Series, streaming every night for 500 straight evenings, a tradition that still anchors the fan family. In the Revelate era, the recorded music mirrors what audiences have long experienced in person... powerful songs, lived-in perspective, and radical authenticity. Open to all ages.

Rehash brings a DIY indie rock sound from South Florida. The project began when two high school classmates crafted songs at home, and it has remained entirely self-made, with the band handling writing, recording, production, mixing, and mastering. Their self-titled debut arrived in June 2023, earning attention across the East Coast. Listeners have embraced the 2025 release mock, and new music is on the horizon as they gear up for a big year. This performance welcomes all ages.

This all ages concert spotlights All Them Witches, a Nashville-formed quartet of creative outliers who thrive at the edges of genre. Charles Michael Parks, JR. on bass and vocals, Ben McLeod on guitar and vocals, Allan Van Cleave on piano, keys, and violin, and Christian Powers on drums weave slow burning, meditative distortion with soaring psychedelia, out-of-body blues, and stripped down hard rock, moving between heaviness and lift, shadow and light. Since emerging in 2012, the band has steadily evolved across releases including Our Mother Electricity, Lightning at the Door, Dying Surfer Meets His Maker, Sleeping Through the War, and ATW, reaching a critical high point with Nothing as the Ideal, praised by The Line of Best Fit, Classic Rock, and Paste. They have appeared at festivals such as Bonnaroo and Pukkelpop, filled rooms on headline runs, and toured alongside Mastodon, Primus, and Ghost. With their first new music in over half a decade, they channel their tight-knit chemistry on their seventh full length and BMG debut, House of Mirrors.

After grading stacks of papers and sitting through countless meetings, these educator-comedians bring their hard-earned humor to the stage as Bored Teachers rolls in with fresh material and even bigger laughs. For nearly a decade, the group has led the charge in teacher-focused comedy, racking up more than a billion views, building a community of over ten million followers, and producing a top teacher-comedy podcast. Since 2022 they have entertained more than 200,000 teachers and sold out over 200 theaters across 49 states, five countries, and three continents. The new Is It Friday Yet? tour offers a night of solidarity and high-energy stand-up for anyone who has taught, worked in a school, survived parent-teacher conferences, or simply spent time in a classroom. Expect quick-witted stories, unfiltered truths, and hilarious classroom confessions from some of the funniest teacher-comedians around. Content advisory: PG-13 language and candid teacher talk that may spark uncontrollable laughter.

A one day sports card and collectible show features more than 35 dealer tables and free admission. Attendees can browse, buy, sell, and trade with dealers from Vermont, New Hampshire, and New York. Offerings include modern and vintage sports cards for baseball, football, hockey, basketball, racing, and wrestling, along with non-sports cards, Magic the Gathering, Pokemon, sealed card boxes, PSA, Beckett, and SGC graded items, plus high quality autographed photos and memorabilia. The event is kid friendly and showcases a wide variety of items, giving collectors a chance to build or sell their collections while supporting local dealers.

Candlelight brings a Halloween inspired program to the First Unitarian Universalist Society of Burlington, creating an intimate, multi-sensory atmosphere illuminated by candles. Performed by Listeso Music Group, the concert features Thriller by Michael Jackson, Funeral March of a Marionette by Charles Gounod, the Allegro molto from Shostakovich’s String Quartet No. 8, Tubular Bells from The Exorcist, themes from Stranger Things, Beetlejuice, The Addams Family, Halloween, Psycho, and Ghostbusters, along with Danse macabre, Night on Bald Mountain, Schubert’s Erlkönig, a medley from The Nightmare Before Christmas, and In the Hall of the Mountain King. Guests must be at least 8 years old, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Zones A and B are ADA compliant, and seating within each zone is assigned on a first come, first served basis.

This all-ages event features Montreal-born, Nashville-based artist Allison Russell, a Grammy, Juno, Americana, SOCAN, and Folk award winner who is known as a singer, songwriter, producer, author, actor, and human rights advocate. Her solo catalog includes Outside Child from 2021 and The Returner from 2023 on Concord and Fantasy. Before her solo work she co-founded Po’Girl, Birds of Chicago, and Our Native Daughters, continues to collaborate with OND, and is a member of Joni Mitchell’s Joni Jam. In 2024 she toured across the U.S. and Europe with Hozier on the Unreal Unearth tour, and their duet Wildflower & Barley marked her first entry on the Billboard Hot 100. Her Rainbow Coalition ensemble and All Returners tour continued through 2025 in Australia and North America, and she co-wrote Human Mind with Hozier for Mavis Staples. Russell has earned eight Grammy nominations with one win, along with multiple honors including Americana Award nominations and Album of the Year, a Juno Award for Contemporary Roots Album of the Year, International Folk Music Awards, Canadian Folk Music Awards, and UK Americana Awards. She was named Billboard Women in Music Canada’s Breakthrough Artist of the Year and has been shortlisted for the Polaris Prize. She made her Broadway debut as Persephone in Anaïs Mitchell’s Hadestown in 2024 and has since completed a second run. Offstage she is an advocate and organizer who curated the Once and Future Sounds set at Newport Folk Festival and co-founded Love Rising, which has raised more than $550,000 in support of LGBTQIA+ communities. A memoir with Little, Brown is forthcoming, and a third album is planned for release in 2026.

Get into the Halloween spirit at a lively bash featuring a Vermont party band playing the hits made for singing along and dancing. The celebration also includes standout prizes.

On Tap Bar & Grill hosts an evening featuring music by Moonbird, with the night devoted to their sound.

Pink Talking Fish blends the music of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads, and Phish into one inventive live show that celebrates three iconic catalogs at once. The band stitches together themes and grooves so contrasting styles reveal new connections, pairing the sweep of Pink Floyd with the danceable textures of Talking Heads and the adventurous spirit of Phish. Examples include folding Pink Floyd’s On The Run into the heart of Phish’s You Enjoy Myself, setting Phish’s Sand inside the pocket of Talking Heads’ Slippery People, or moving through sequences like Run Like Hell into Making Flippy Floppy into Piper back to Run Like Hell, as well as Mike’s Song into Have A Cigar into Once In A Lifetime into Weekapaug Groove. The lineup features Eric Gould on bass, Richard James or Stephen Learson on keyboards, Zack Burwick on drums, and Cal Kehoe on guitar. Created by musicians devoted to these songs, the performance aims to deepen listeners’ connection to the originals while offering something fresh. The story keeps unfolding and each show takes a different path.

All ages admitted. CLUTCH takes the stage with a live experience built on shared energy, community, and a genuine connection between band and crowd. Vocalist Neil Fallon, guitarist Tim Sult, bassist Dan Maines, and drummer Jean-Paul Gaster have performed together since their Seneca Valley High School days, maintaining a close musical partnership for more than three decades. Drawing influence from the same region that produced Bad Brains, Minor Threat, and Rites of Spring, they blend sharp, literate lyrics with gritty, groove-driven rock, channeling hardcore intensity and fuzzy, muscular stoner textures. Their catalog spans 13 studio albums released across major and independent labels, and since 2009 on their own Weathermaker imprint, with Sunrise On Slaughter Beach as the thirteenth release. Fans and critics worldwide have highlighted their longevity, with recognition from outlets such as Lambgoat, Classic Rock Magazine, and Rolling Stone. On tour they have shared stages with Slayer, System of a Down, and Marilyn Manson, and co-headlined with Dropkick Murphys, Killswitch Engage, and Mastodon, underscoring a reputation for potent live shows that value the moment over chasing hit singles.

An all-ages show featuring Fruit Bats, the long-running project of Eric D. Johnson. The group leans into the vivid, full-band energy heard on The Landfill, a record that turns memories and mistakes into something towering and reflective. With Johnson joined by David Dawda, Josh Mease, Frank LoCrasto, and Kosta Galanopoulos, the music prizes feel and chemistry, captured together in the room without a click and with only light overdubbing. Their sound blends intimate vocals with colorful, psychedelic glow, moving between elation and melancholy on songs from The Landfill like That Goddamn Sun, Think Aboutcha, Perhaps We’re a Storm, and the title track. Recognized for compelling performances across indie rock stages, Fruit Bats deliver candid, big-hearted songwriting that looks backward and forward at once.

Josh's House presents the third annual craft and vendor fair, a two-day community event. Admission is free. Browse a wide range of crafters and vendors, with a different selection each day. The fair also features a raffle with items from participating vendors and a large bake sale. Proceeds from the raffle and bake sale support Josh's House and the heroes it serves.

The new season begins at Falcon Gymnasium in Burlington as Pine Ridge State Women’s Basketball hosts Green Mountain College. Coming off an 18-7 campaign that included an NCAA Tournament appearance, the Falcons look to start strong on their home court. Students receive free entry with a valid school ID, and doors open one hour before tipoff. Fans are encouraged to arrive early and wear green and white to show their support and help build an energetic atmosphere.

This all-ages concert features Carbon Leaf, the Richmond, Virginia band known for blending folk-rooted indie rock with acoustic and electric textures. The group marks its fifteenth studio release, Time is the Playground, a 12-song reflection on time, love, and personal growth that balances urgency with calm. Frontman Barry Privett shaped the record to be experienced as a full story from beginning to end. Carbon Leaf first broke through with The Boxer, earning a New Music Award at the American Music Awards and performing on that stage while still independent. After charting successes, they returned to full creative control, recording at guitarist Terry Clark’s garage-turned Two-Car Studio and releasing music on their Constant Ivy imprint, even re-recording earlier label albums to regain ownership. With more than 3,500 shows behind them, the band’s live reputation is built on melody, harmony, commitment, empathy, communion, and self-reliance. Time is the Playground gathers songs written over many years alongside brand new ideas. With Clark at the console, the lineup of Privett, co-founder and multi-instrumentalist Carter Gravatt, longtime bassist Jon Markel, and drummer Jesse Humphrey spent focused time shaping and mixing the record. The track Backmask 1983 pairs saturated, big-chorus guitar with punchy synths and playful snapshots of an analog-to-digital coming-of-age. True to form, the album arrives alongside the tireless touring long associated with Carbon Leaf.

An all-ages show with Phillip Phillips, the winner of American Idol's eleventh season and the voice behind Home, certified five times platinum. Raised in Leesburg, Georgia, he picked up guitar at 14 by playing along to a family karaoke machine and later formed an acoustic band with his sister and brother-in-law. Backed by family and friends, he stepped away from work at his family's pawn shop to audition, earning national attention for controlled vocals and confident stage presence. Home, released the day of his victory, became the most successful coronation song by an Idol winner and posted the strongest debut on the Billboard Digital Songs chart. His debut album, The World From The Side Of The Moon, entered the Billboard 200 at number four and achieved platinum status. He followed with Behind The Light and took those songs on tour, building a reputation for energetic live shows while touring with Matt Nathanson, John Mayer, and the Goo Goo Dolls, and sharing a stage with Bruce Springsteen at Rock in Rio. His third album, Collateral, came together with producers Dave Cobb, Ryan Hadlock, and Nathan Chapman, and includes Dance With Me, written for his wife, Hannah. Family life continues to shape his writing, especially after the arrival of his son, Patch, and that perspective runs through the single Love Like That, which highlights the life he and Hannah share and encourages listeners to celebrate deep, lasting love in their own relationships.

Phillip Phillips takes the stage for a live concert at Higher Ground in South Burlington, Vermont.

Three-time Grammy Award winner John Scofield, with a 54-year career, returns to the funk and jazz crossroads that powered many of his most popular projects. Electrospective presents reimagined takes rather than replicas, revisiting his fusion groove catalog with the insight of decades. The set draws from Blue Matter, Uberjam, and AGoGo, along with new pieces in the same spirit. The band features drummer and producer Adam Deitch of Lettuce, keyboardist Larry Goldings of Scary Goldings and James Taylor, and bassist Oteil Burbridge of Dead & Co., Tedeschi Trucks, and Allman Brothers. Long requested by audiences, this collection brings back fan favorites alongside fresh material, shaped by the interpretive chemistry of these collaborators.

Enjoy a full day dedicated to sports cards and collectibles at a one-day show with more than 35 dealer tables and free admission. Buy, sell, or trade with dealers from Vermont, New Hampshire, and New York offering modern and vintage cards across baseball, football, hockey, basketball, racing, and wrestling, plus non-sports cards. Discover Magic: The Gathering and Pokémon, sealed card boxes, PSA, Beckett, and SGC graded items, along with autographed photos and other memorabilia. The wide selection is kid friendly and provides an easy way to grow or sell a collection while supporting local dealers.

The Candlelight series brings an intimate, multi-sensory concert to the First Unitarian Universalist Society of Burlington, celebrating the music of Queen and The Beatles beneath a warm glow of candlelight. The Listeso String Quartet reimagines beloved songs in an atmospheric setting, with selections such as Here Comes the Sun, Blackbird, Help!, Come Together, Yesterday, All You Need Is Love, Love of My Life, Another One Bites the Dust, I Want to Break Free, We Are the Champions, We Will Rock You, Radio Ga Ga, and Bohemian Rhapsody. The performance lasts about 60 minutes, doors open one hour earlier, and there is no late entry after the concert begins. The venue is ADA compliant. Seating within each zone is assigned on a first come, first served basis. Guests must be at least 8 years old, and anyone under 16 must attend with an adult.

Registration opens with a cap of 40 competitors. The entry fee is 40, plus a 20 door fee that is waived for members. Qualifying features six rounds of matchplay with two games each round, pairing one longer playing game with a faster one for variety. Points per game are 7, 5, 3, and 1. Pairings are balanced for the first five rounds, then switch to Swiss for the sixth. The top 16 advance to the playoffs. The highest seed chooses every game bank and the play order, and the same bank cannot be selected more than once by the top seeds during the bracket. Ties are settled on preset quick games. The top two players advance from each playoff group. There is 1,500 in cash and prizes, with payouts of 350 for first, 250 for second, 150 for third, 100 for fourth, 50 for places five through eight, and 40 for places nine through sixteen. Anyone who does not reach the playoffs is automatically placed into a single strike tournament that starts right after regulation. This side event is not IFPA sanctioned, awards a trophy to the winner, and every eliminated player receives a prize that increases in value the longer they remain in the competition.

Kicking PancreAS™ brings a lively 5K to Burlington Waterfront, welcoming walkers and runners of every ability to set a personal goal and move at a comfortable pace. The event spotlights one of the deadliest cancers by directing every step and every dollar to pancreatic cancer awareness, patient support, healthcare education, and Canadian research that seeks better outcomes for people and families impacted by the disease. Participants receive a finisher medal, a running bib, and event swag. Purple outfits and glow-in-the-dark gear are encouraged, and costumes help light up the night. Race kits can be picked up at Art Gallery Burlington or collected shortly before the start. Capacity is limited, and there is no onsite registration. The aim is to welcome 375 participants and raise just over $48,000, and participant fundraising keeps all proceeds in Canada to fuel vital programs and research.

Bonobo delivers lush atmospheres, hypnotic grooves, and a seamless fusion of electronic sounds with organic textures. Each piece unfolds like a voyage through rhythm and feeling, drawing listeners into a vivid, enveloping set. Expect an evening of electronic music defined by memorable energy and mood.

An all ages show brings together lespecial with Strange Machines and Canopy. lespecial, a Connecticut trio known for their multi instrumental approach, blends crushing guitar riffs, pinpoint rhythms, deep bass sonics and airy vocals to create a sound that works for both headbanging and dancing. Their latest release, Odd Times, represents their heaviest work to date, exploring shifting perceptions of time and moments of isolation with pounding drums, weighty guitars and flashes of brightness. The album includes a collaboration with David Sanchez of Havok and folds classic metal roots into a modern, rhythm driven edge. Expect an immersive set that moves from shadowy atmospheres to raw intensity, with Strange Machines and Canopy completing the lineup.

Karina Rykman turns bass, voice, and unflagging energy into a vivid, psychedelic-leaning blend of jam rock and indie pop. Raised in New York City, she cut her teeth in teenage bands and as a tireless concertgoer, then, by the end of her time at NYU, stepped into pianist Marco Benevento’s group after a recommendation from Ween’s Dave Dreiwitz, leading to countless shows and appearances alongside acts such as Vulfpeck, Dispatch, and The Claypool Lennon Delirium. Fronting her own trio with Adam November on guitar, loopers, and effects, and Chris Corsico on drums, Rykman delivers a high-impact performance that glides from hazy dream pop textures to thick, overdriven rock, with fun at the center. Highlights include sold out headlining sets, standout turns at Bonnaroo, Peach Music Festival, and Sweetwater 420 Fest, support slots for Khruangbin, My Morning Jacket, and Tedeschi Trucks Band, and appearances with the Late Night with Seth Meyers house band on NBC. Her debut album, Joyride, released via AWAL and created with producer Gabe Monro, showcases her shape-shifting songwriting, with Trey Anastasio serving as co-producer and adding guitar to five of the nine tracks. The atmosphere at her concerts often feels like a friendly gathering, a reflection of her easygoing charisma and deep connection to the live music community.