26 Things to Do in Burlington VT This Week · May 7–10, 2026

Arts & Culture

Stephen Kiernan Book Launch Party for 'Pollock's Last Lover'

Local author Stephen Kiernan celebrates the launch of his new novel at the Community Room at BCA Studios.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · BCA Studios Community Room, Burlington

Understanding Cannabis with Dr. Riley Kirk

VTSU Castleton professors Dr. Riley Kirk and Dr. Philip Lamy lead an interactive author event on personalizing your cannabis experience, from strains to consumption methods.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 6:00 PM · Phoenix Books Burlington, 89 Church Street

The Price Is Right Live!

The beloved TV game show comes to life on the Flynn Center main stage for a one-night audience participation experience.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:30 PM · Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington

Vermont Symphony Orchestra: O Fortuna

The Vermont Symphony Orchestra performs an evening headlined by Carmina Burana, with a pre-concert listening party the night before at the Venetian Soda Lounge.

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:00 PM · Burlington

S.P.A.C.E. Gallery 2026 Annual Members Exhibition

125 local artists are featured in the S.P.A.C.E. Gallery's annual Members Exhibition, running through June 20 at the Soda Plant.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 12:00 PM · S.P.A.C.E. Gallery, 266 Pine Street, Burlington

Music & Nightlife

Kingdom Kids & Friends

The Kingdom Kids — experienced comedians from the Northeast Kingdom — build a spontaneous comedy show from audience stories, followed by an improv jam open to all.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:00 PM · Vermont Comedy Club, Burlington

Vundabar at Higher Ground

Boston indie rock act Vundabar takes the Higher Ground Ballroom stage for a high-energy night of guitar-driven alt-rock.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · Higher Ground Ballroom, South Burlington

Locked In A Vacancy at 1st Republic

NYC metalcore legends Locked In A Vacancy play their first Vermont show since 2003, joined by BORE, Spiritkiller, Short Changed, and Speak of the Witch.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · 1st Republic, Burlington

Buckethead at Higher Ground

Legendary guitarist Buckethead brings his one-of-a-kind solo performance to Higher Ground for a must-see night of virtuosic guitar.

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 9:00 PM · Higher Ground, 1214 Williston Rd, South Burlington

May Dyke Night: Fairies vs Berries

Burlington Dyke Night's monthly gathering returns with a Fairies vs Berries theme, a plant swap, and 7-10pm vibes at The Wallflower Collective — come dressed as a fairy or a berry.

Sunday, May 18, 2026 7:00 PM · The Wallflower Collective, Burlington

Food & Drink

Farmhouse Tap & Grill Beer Garden Opening

The beloved Farmhouse Tap & Grill opens its outdoor beer garden for the season starting May 8th, with sunshine and beers three nights a week to start.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · The Farmhouse Tap & Grill, Burlington

Date Night

BYP May Meet Up at Lake Point

Burlington Young Professionals hosts a networking bingo night at Lake Point with prizes, $10 pours from Wilder Wines VT, and complimentary snacks.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Lake Point VT, 210 College Street, Burlington

Carmina Burana on the Rocks: A Pre-Concert Listening Party

An intimate pre-concert listening party at the Venetian Soda Lounge getting you primed for the VSO's Carmina Burana performance — cocktails, great sound, and good company.

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:00 PM · The Venetian Soda Lounge, Burlington

Free Events

Thursday Happy Hour at Lincoln's – Out in the 802

The LGBTQ+ Out in the 802 meetup group hosts a casual Thursday happy hour at Lincoln's bar in Burlington.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 5:00 PM · Lincoln's, Burlington

Willverine, Snakefoot, and DeLuca at Foam Brewers

Three Burlington projects sharing a lane between jazz, electronic, and groove-forward improvisation play a free show at Foam Brewers.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · Foam Brewers, Burlington

Festivals & Special Events

Persist (Dance) Party to Benefit Planned Parenthood

DJ Love spins at the SEABA Center for a dance party benefiting Planned Parenthood of Northern New England, with a food truck and all-ages welcome.

Friday, May 8, 2026 6:00 PM · SEABA Center, 400 Pine Street, Burlington

Points North Line Dance Jamboree

An almost-full line dance jamboree event in Burlington — dust off your boots for a night of country dancing and community.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Burlington

Burlington Farmer's Market Opening Day

The Burlington Farmer's Market kicks off its 2026 season at 345 Pine St with farmers, specialty food producers, and artisan vendors every Saturday through October.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 9:00 AM · 345 Pine Street, Burlington

VTW Biz Buzz Burlington May Meetup

Vermont Women in Business Biz Buzz networking meetup for women entrepreneurs and professionals in Burlington.

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 9:45 AM · Deep City Brunch & Events, Burlington

South End Get Down Opening Night

The South End Get Down kicks off its 2026 season with food, drinks, artist and clothing vendors for a summer-launching Friday night festival.

Friday, May 15, 2026 6:00 PM · South End, Burlington

Family-Friendly

Family Art Saturday at BCA Center

Drop-in family art-making session at the BCA Center's Fourth Floor gallery spaces, open to all ages.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · BCA Center, Fourth Floor, 135 Church Street, Burlington

FlynnZone Kids Hour: Linda Bassick

The Flynn's FlynnZone Kids Hour features performer Linda Bassick in an engaging show designed for young audiences.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington

Shelburne Museum Community Day

A community day at Shelburne Museum open to all, organized through the Btown Brief IRL meetup group.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 1:00 PM · Shelburne Museum, Shelburne

Outdoors & Active

Burlington Run Club at Foam Brewers

Burlington Run Club meets at Foam Brewers for a free 5k along the waterfront at an all-paces-welcome community run.

Friday, May 8, 2026 4:00 PM · Foam Brewers, Burlington Waterfront

BTV Mini Golf Scavenger Hunt

Adventure Dinner teams up with Hello Burlington and The Portable Mini Golf Company for a city-wide mini golf scavenger hunt with holes scattered throughout downtown Burlington.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Church Street pop-up tent, downtown Burlington

Mother's Day Hike at Indian Brook Reservoir

A community Mother's Day hike at Indian Brook Reservoir with optional lunch afterward, organized by Btown Brief IRL.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 12:00 PM · Indian Brook Reservoir