20 Things to Do in Burlington VT This Week · June 18–21, 2026

Music & Nightlife

12 Rods at Radio Bean

Legendary Minneapolis indie rock act 12 Rods — the first band to receive a perfect 10 from Pitchfork — plays an intimate night at Radio Bean.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 · Radio Bean, Burlington, VT

Kurt Vile and The Violators at Higher Ground

Indie rock legend Kurt Vile brings his band The Violators to the Higher Ground Ballroom for a low-ticket show.

Friday, June 19, 2026 8:00 PM · Higher Ground Ballroom, South Burlington, VT

The Lowdown at Higher Ground

The Lowdown returns to Higher Ground Showcase for a night of live music.

Saturday, June 20, 2026 · Higher Ground Showcase, South Burlington, VT

Nick Cassarino 40th Birthday Show at Foam Brewers

Nick Cassarino celebrates his 40th birthday with a special show featuring local legends Dave 'The Truth' Grippo and Aaron 'Big Bass' Hersey at Foam Brewers.

Saturday, June 20, 2026 · Foam Brewers, Burlington, VT

Mick Foley at Vermont Comedy Club

WWE Hall of Famer and beloved entertainer Mick Foley takes the stage at Vermont Comedy Club for a special comedy performance.

Saturday, June 20, 2026 7:00 PM · Vermont Comedy Club, 101 Main Street, Burlington, VT

Free Events

The Discussions at Foam Brewers

Five-piece instrumental group performs free psychedelic, cinematic, and grooving original music at Burlington's finest lakeside music venue.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 7:00 PM · Foam Brewers, Burlington, VT

Porch Sessions: DJ Fattie B

DJ Fattie B — a three-decade veteran known for mashups and re-edits spanning hip-hop, funk, reggae, pop, and yacht rock — plays a free all-ages porch set at SEABA.

Friday, June 19, 2026 5:00 PM · SEABA Center, 400 Pine Street, Burlington, VT

Juneteenth Celebration in City Hall Park

A full day of community celebration on Juneteenth featuring poetry, dance, food, interactive activities, and live music on City Hall Park and the Church Street Marketplace.

Saturday, June 20, 2026 1:00 PM · City Hall Park & Church Street Marketplace, Burlington, VT

Make Music Day Vermont

On the summer solstice, porches, parks, libraries, and Main Streets across Vermont fill with free, live music in this international celebration of music — now in its 10th Vermont year.

Sunday, June 21, 2026 · Various locations, Burlington & Vermont

Festivals & Special Events

Old North End Pop-Up: Jesse Taylor Band & Leatherbound Books

The South End Get Down's Old North End pop-up fills Brian's North End Auto parking lot with food vendors, artists, face painters, clothing vendors, a full bar, and live music all night.

Friday, June 19, 2026 · Brian's North End Automotive, Burlington, VT

Juneteenth Twilight Series: Cliff Notez w/ A2VT

A free Juneteenth celebration at City Hall Park featuring Cliff Notez and A2VT, part of Burlington City Arts' Twilight Series.

Saturday, June 20, 2026 6:00 PM · City Hall Park, Burlington, VT

Family-Friendly

FlynnZone Family Night: West African Drumming & Dance

Shidda Projects brings West African drumming and dance to the Flynn Center for a free family night performance.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 · Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, 153 Main Street, Burlington, VT

Family Art Saturday

Drop-in family art-making event for kids and caregivers at the BCA Center's fourth floor.

Saturday, June 20, 2026 11:00 AM · Fourth Floor, BCA Center, 135 Church Street, Burlington, VT

Good, Clean Fun! Family Improv Show

Vermont Comedy Touring Company performs short-form improv games (think Whose Line Is It Anyway?) based on audience suggestions — rated PG and fun for the whole family.

Saturday, June 20, 2026 5:00 PM · Vermont Comedy Club, 101 Main Street, Burlington, VT

Date Night

Wit & Wine Comedy Night at Shelburne Vineyard

A comedy night paired with wine at Shelburne Vineyard — the ideal date night combining laughs, drinks, and stunning vineyard views.

Friday, June 19, 2026 8:00 PM · Shelburne Vineyard, Shelburne, VT

Summer Solstice Adventure Dinner at Head Over Fields

An intimate farm dinner at Head Over Fields in Charlotte featuring a massive edible Solstice Altar, stuffed gougères, just-picked veggies, local meat, and fabulous cocktails to celebrate the summer solstice.

Saturday, June 20, 2026 · Head Over Fields, Charlotte, VT

Speed Dating at Queen City Brewery

A fun evening of speed dating for Vermont singles at Queen City Brewery.

Sunday, June 21, 2026 · Queen City Brewery, Burlington, VT

Food & Drink

Burlington Wine & Food: 15th Annual Grand Tasting

The 15th Annual Burlington Wine & Food Grand Tasting at HULA Lakeside brings together Vermont producers, James Beard nominees, and Good Food Award winners for an evening of exceptional pours.

Saturday, June 27, 2026 · HULA Lakeside, Burlington, VT

Outdoors & Active

Sunshine Flow Silent Disco at Waterfront Park

Sangha Studio's outdoor yoga flow at the Waterfront with DJ Love VT on silent disco headphones — a unique blend of movement and music by the lake.

Sunday, June 21, 2026 · Waterfront Park, Burlington, VT

Arts & Culture

Soapbox Arts Spring 2026 Group Show

Soapbox Arts continues its Spring 2026 group show featuring new works by gallery artists through June 2026 at the Soda Plant in Burlington's South End Arts District.

Saturday, June 20, 2026 11:00 AM · Soapbox Arts, 266 Pine St, Burlington, VT