18 Things to Do in Burlington VT This Week · July 23–26, 2026

Music & Nightlife

King Garbage and C.Shreve the Professor at Monkey House

King Garbage and C.Shreve the Professor team up for a show at the intimate Monkey House in Winooski.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 · Monkey House, Winooski

Johanna Rose & The Dreamboats at Radio Bean

Flail Records artist Johanna Rose and The Dreamboats return to Burlington with The Bandit Queen of Sorrows opening the night.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 8:00 PM · Radio Bean, Burlington

Kaleo at Higher Ground

Icelandic rock band Kaleo plays Higher Ground's Ballroom — low tickets remaining, so don't sleep on this one.

Monday, July 27, 2026 · Higher Ground, South Burlington

Arts & Culture

Jordan Jensen at Flynn Center

Jordan Jensen takes the Flynn Center main stage for an evening of performance.

Friday, July 24, 2026 · Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington

Pièce de Résistance Exhibit at SEABA Center

View an exhibit celebrating magnificent art alongside grittier works showcasing freedom of expression and dissent by 40 local artists, on view through August 1st.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM · SEABA Center, 400 Pine Street, Burlington

Sunday Classical: Skylark at BCA Center

Vermont's finest classical players perform alongside BCA's summer exhibitions in the gallery space.

Sunday, July 26, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM · BCA Center, Burlington

Family-Friendly

Family Art Saturday at BCA Center

A hands-on art-making session for kids and families on the fourth floor of the BCA Center.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM · Fourth Floor, BCA Center, Burlington

Free Events

East District Mayor Meet Up

Hybrid in-person and Zoom meet-up with the Burlington Mayor at Fletcher Free Library — open to East District residents.

Friday, July 24, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM · Fletcher Free Library, 235 College Street, Burlington

Weekly Saturday Improv Drop-In at Vermont Comedy Club

Free weekly improv drop-in class in the Vermont Comedy Club showroom with rotating instructors — all experience levels welcome, donations appreciated.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM · Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington

Andriana & the Bananas at SEABA Center

Free live performance from Andriana & the Bananas, whose dramatic soundscapes explore love, routine, light and dark, and the pursuit of hope.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM · SEABA Center, 400 Pine Street, Burlington

Festivals & Special Events

BTV Market at City Hall Park

Local market in City Hall Park featuring 30+ local artists, designers, handmade goods, and delicious bites.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM · City Hall Park, Burlington

Annual Comedian BBQ

Vermont Comedy Arts' annual outdoor comedian BBQ, a community celebration featuring comics and good times.

Sunday, July 26, 2026 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM · Burlington, VT

Art Hop Registration Deadline

Last day to register for the South End Art Hop — Burlington's beloved annual arts festival takes place September 11-13 with gallery openings, the STRUT! runway show, and more.

Friday, July 31, 2026 · South End Arts District, Burlington

Outdoors & Active

Paddle at Oakledge Beach

Group kayaking and paddleboarding on Lake Champlain from Oakledge Park — rentals available, easy going pace, optional post-paddle drinks.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 11:00 AM · Oakledge Park, Burlington

Hacky Sack & Frisbee with Matt Major

Come laugh, play, and get fresh air with friends down by the waterfront — hacky sacks and frisbees provided.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 11:45 AM - 2:30 PM · Waterfront, Burlington

Food & Drink

Fueling for Performance Nutrition Workshop at the YMCA

Free nutrition workshop covering performance principles, supplement evaluation, and individualized goals, presented by a registered dietitian and sports dietetics specialist.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM · Greater Burlington YMCA, 298 College Street, Burlington

Sports

Vermont Lake Monsters Home Game

Burlington Sock Puppets vs. Danville Otterbots — catch the Vermont Lake Monsters in action at historic Centennial Field.

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 7:00 PM · Centennial Field, Burlington

Date Night

Vibrant Visions: Canvas Painting + Sound Healing Experience

A combined canvas painting and sound healing experience at Spiral House Collective — a sensory evening of creativity and relaxation.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 6:30 PM · Spiral House Collective, Burlington