Upcoming events.
City Council Meeting
The meeting agenda will be published on Thursday or Friday the week before https://burlingtonvt.portal.civicclerk.com/event/8229/files
South End Mayor Meet Up
Join the Mayor for this open monthly gathering to hear city updates, share community feedback, and connect with neighbors.
BTV Clean Up Crew
Come help us clean up Burlington! We'll clean up needles, trash, and ensure our community remains as beautiful and welcoming as we all know it to be. Meet at the top of Church St outside Kru Coffee every Thursday morning at 7:30am! Bring gloves if you can!
Light Up the Night: Fun Run and Light Parade
The days might be getting darker, but the Marketplace is ready to light up the night with festive cheer! Join RunVermont for a Fun Run kicking off at 5:30pm. Dress in your brightest gear and fill the street with color. Open to all ages.
Then stick around for the Light Parade at 6 PM, featuring a fleet of decorated trucks showing off their holiday sparkle. From SD Ireland’s glowing cement mixer and Milton Rental’s equipment truck to Troy’s Toy Drive’s festive Ridgeline, Burlington PD’s Emergency Response Vehicle, and more!
Live Reindeer at ECHO
The reindeer are back! Come get an up-close look at these incredible reindeer from Vermont Reindeer Farm during this special event. Learn more about them and what makes reindeer well-suited for cold, snowy weather! Free with Admission or ECHO Membership.
Presentation times: 11:30 am, 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm
Sled Dogs at ECHO
Get ready to welcome back the October Siberians Sled Dogs as ECHO kicks off the winter season! Jump into the amazing world of these huskies and get up close and personal with them on the ECHO terrace. Free with Admission or ECHO Membership.
Presentation times: 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 1 pm, 2 pm
Highlight New Year's Eve
The countdown to Highlight New Year's Eve is on! BCA is once again welcoming revelers from far and wide to celebrate NYE in Burlington. Everyone is invited to the biggest party of the year as we gather and celebrate the experiences and ideas that make our community a creative hub. Ring in 2026 with music, unique art events, circus, fireworks, and more in Burlington's vibrant waterfront and downtown.
Get your all-access ticket for only $18 before December 31.
Day-of tickets will be $20.
And families can snag special reserved seats to Circus Smirkus with our Big Top Button for $40.
Learn more at highlightbtv.org
BTV Winter Market
Love Burlington and BCA are joining forces for a sixth season to present the BTV Winter Market! Featuring 30 local artists and makers, the Winter Market will be filled with unique gifts and a lively holiday atmosphere that makes every moment count. View the vendor line up and more information!
Live Reindeer at ECHO
The reindeer are back! Come get an up-close look at these incredible reindeer from Vermont Reindeer Farm during this special event. Learn more about them and what makes reindeer well-suited for cold, snowy weather! Free with Admission or ECHO Membership.
Presentation times: 11:30 am, 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm
BTV Winter Market
Love Burlington and BCA are joining forces for a sixth season to present the BTV Winter Market! Featuring 30 local artists and makers, the Winter Market will be filled with unique gifts and a lively holiday atmosphere that makes every moment count. View the vendor line up and more information!
BTV Clean Up Crew
Come help us clean up Burlington! We'll clean up needles, trash, and ensure our community remains as beautiful and welcoming as we all know it to be. Meet at the top of Church St outside Kru Coffee every Thursday morning at 7:30am! Bring gloves if you can!
Central District Mayor Meet Up - Virtual
Join the Mayor for this open monthly gathering to hear city updates, share community feedback, and connect with neighbors.
Good Trade Makers Market
The Good Trade Makers Market is a true celebration of tradespeople. You'll meet over 90 of the greatest independent makers and manufacturers under one roof for a weekend of shopping at Hula in Burlington, VT.
With your entry, you will receive a drink ticket for a small beer or cocktail, or a non-alcoholic beverage from one of our awesome sponsors, or $2 off any full sized beverage from the bar. Get tickets and learn more at www.goodtrademakersmarket.com!
Good Trade Makers Market
The Good Trade Makers Market is a true celebration of tradespeople. You'll meet over 90 of the greatest independent makers and manufacturers under one roof for a weekend of shopping at Hula in Burlington, VT.
With your entry, you will receive a drink ticket for a small beer or cocktail, or a non-alcoholic beverage from one of our awesome sponsors, or $2 off any full sized beverage from the bar. Get tickets and learn more at www.goodtrademakersmarket.com!
Festive Friday: Jingle & Mingle
Join Church Street Marketplace to kick off their annual Window Contest. Stroll along the Marketplace to check out the displays and vote for your favorites in person; you choose the winners!
Need some fuel for your shopping? Enjoy the Shop, Sip, & Snack event! Sample delicious Vermont drinks and bites. Explore local businesses and vendors paired up at spots all along the Marketplace.
North District Mayor Meet Up
Join the Mayor for this open monthly gathering to hear city updates, share community feedback, and connect with neighbors.
BTV Clean Up Crew
Come help us clean up Burlington! We'll clean up needles, trash, and ensure our community remains as beautiful and welcoming as we all know it to be. Meet at the top of Church St outside Kru Coffee every Thursday morning at 7:30am! Bring gloves if you can!
Burlington Community Justice Center Volunteer Orientation
The BCJC brings community members together to support each other through conflict, harm, and healing. Sometimes that looks like being part of a circle to explore the impact of a specific incident on the community. Sometimes it’s connecting with someone after they've experienced harm to help with resource navigation and systems advocacy.
BTV Clean Up Crew
Come help us clean up Burlington! We'll clean up needles, trash, and ensure our community remains as beautiful and welcoming as we all know it to be. Meet at the top of Church St outside Kru Coffee every Thursday morning at 7:30am! Bring gloves if you can!
City Council Meeting
The meeting agenda will be published on Thursday or Friday the week before.
https://burlingtonvt.portal.civicclerk.com/event/8229/files
BTV Clean Up Crew
Come help us clean up Burlington! We'll clean up needles, trash, and ensure our community remains as beautiful and welcoming as we all know it to be. Meet at the top of Church St outside Kru Coffee every Thursday morning at 7:30am! Bring gloves if you can!
North District Mayor Meet Up
Join the Mayor for this open monthly gathering to hear city updates, share community feedback, and connect with neighbors.
BTV Clean Up Crew
Come help us clean up Burlington! We'll clean up needles, trash, and ensure our community remains as beautiful and welcoming as we all know it to be. Meet at the top of Church St outside Kru Coffee every Thursday morning at 7:30am! Bring gloves if you can!
City Council Meeting
The meeting agenda will be published on Thursday or Friday the week before.
https://burlingtonvt.portal.civicclerk.com/event/8229/files
Halloween 'Fun'-draiser for The SEABA Center!
Join SEABA to check out their new space and see the vision! Trick-or-treating with Lake Champlain Chocolates from 5-7pm. Music from 7-10pm with costume contests. All ages until 8pm, 18+ from 8 - 10pm.
BTV Clean Up Crew
Come help us clean up Burlington! We'll clean up needles, trash, and ensure our community remains as beautiful and welcoming as we all know it to be. Meet at the top of Church St outside Kru Coffee every Thursday morning at 7:30am! Bring gloves if you can!
Halloween Roll & Stroll
Join the 16th Annual Halloween Roll and Stroll! Sunday, October 26: Meet at 1:30pm in City Hall Park in your costumed finest and roll, stroll or ride together through the streets of BTV and end with a party at Roosevelt Park!
East District Mayor Meet Up at the Fletcher Free Library (HYBRID)
Join the Mayor for this open monthly gathering to hear city updates, share community feedback, and connect with neighbors.
Recovery First in Burlington
We’re partnering with our friends at the Turning Point Center of Chittenden County to host a vital community conversation about recovery pathways and support in Burlington.
BTV Clean Up Crew
Come help us clean up Burlington! We'll clean up needles, trash, and ensure our community remains as beautiful and welcoming as we all know it to be. Meet at the top of Church St outside Kru Coffee every Thursday morning at 7:30am! Bring gloves if you can!
Burlington Community Justice Center Volunteer Orientation
The BCJC brings community members together to support each other through conflict, harm, and healing. Sometimes that looks like being part of a circle to explore the impact of a specific incident on the community. Sometimes it’s connecting with someone after they've experienced harm to help with resource navigation and systems advocacy.
City Council Meeting
The meeting agenda will be published on Thursday or Friday the week before.
https://burlingtonvt.portal.civicclerk.com/event/8229/files
Halloween Howl at Oakledge Park
RunVermont and BPRW's fun run and Halloween Howl is back for 2025! Bring your kids for an afternoon of Halloween fun at Oakledge Park!
Burlington International Film Festival
The 2025 Vermont International Film Festival is October 17-26! Screening over 60 independent movies from around the world, plus special guests, filmmaker Q&A's, parties and more!
Mystical Market at Oakledge Park
Join BPRW for a magical October Friday evening to get into the spirit of the season!
BTV Clean Up Crew
Come help us clean up Burlington! We'll clean up needles, trash, and ensure our community remains as beautiful and welcoming as we all know it to be. Meet at the top of Church St outside Kru Coffee every Thursday morning at 7:30am! Bring gloves if you can!
South End Mayor Meet Up
Join the Mayor for this open monthly gathering to hear city updates, share community feedback, and connect with neighbors.