10 Things to Do in Burlington VT This Week · November 5–8, 2026

Arts & Culture

Small Works Opening Reception

Opening reception for the S.P.A.C.E. Gallery's Small Works show, an artist party and Shop Small evening with free drinks and snacks in The Soda Plant.

Friday, November 6, 2026 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM · The Soda Plant, 266 Pine St., Burlington

SEABA Creative Competition: Final Show of 2026

The final creative competition of 2026. Artists enter one piece for $10, and visitors vote for their favorites at the opening reception.

Friday, November 6, 2026 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

VT's Funniest Prelims

Prelims for the annual "Vermont's Funniest Comedian" contest, featuring two shows.

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 6:00 PM

Music & Nightlife

Fruit Bats

Fruit Bats take the stage in the Higher Ground Ballroom.

Friday, November 6, 2026 8:00 PM · Higher Ground - Ballroom, 1214 Williston Rd, South Burlington

Danny & The Parts

Burlington's Danny & The Parts bring their Americana sound, blending indie rock and classic honky-tonk, to Foam Brewers.

Sunday, November 8, 2026 · Foam Brewers

June Henry & Chrysalis with Henry Jamison

Singer-songwriter June Henry and Chrysalis share a bill with songwriter Henry Jamison, who has toured and collaborated with Adrianne Lenker of Big Thief.

Thursday, November 12, 2026 Doors 7 PM, Show 8-10:30 PM

Date Night

Michael Palascak at Vermont Comedy Club

A standup night at the Vermont Comedy Club, with cabaret tables, full bar service, and a lounge to arrive early.

Thursday, November 19, 2026 6:00 PM · Vermont Comedy Club, 101 Main St, Burlington

Food & Drink

Burger Week

Participating restaurants serve burger specials for Burger Week. Post a photo of your feast from an official location on Instagram to win prizes.

November 6-15, 2026

Turkey Tamales - learn how to use up those holiday leftovers

A cooking class on using up holiday leftovers by making turkey tamales.

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 5:00 PM · City Market Onion River Co-op

Festivals & Special Events

Diwali

Diwali, the festival of lights, is listed on the Burlington city calendar.

Sunday, November 8, 2026 All Day · Burlington VT 05401