15 Things to Do in Burlington VT This Week · September 3–6, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Quinn Sullivan at Higher Ground

Blues guitarist Quinn Sullivan performs at the Higher Ground Showcase Lounge in South Burlington.

Thursday, September 3, 2026 Doors at 7:30 PM · Showcase Lounge, Higher Ground, South Burlington

Matthew Broussard at Vermont Comedy Club

Comedian Matthew Broussard brings his stand-up act to Vermont Comedy Club for a weekend run of shows.

Friday, September 4, 2026 7:00 PM · Vermont Comedy Club, 101 Main Street, Burlington

Burlington Dyke Night Fight Night

Burlington Dyke Night hosts a special outdoor Fight Night event in Milton with hot tub and sauna access — RSVP on Partiful, bring a swimsuit.

Sunday, September 6, 2026 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM · Milton, Vermont

Bluegrass Jam at Foam Brewers

Weekly Wednesday bluegrass jam at Foam Brewers with rotating local hosts, house bands, and an open stage for anyone who wants to sit in.

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 · Foam Brewers, Burlington

Festivals & Special Events

South End Get Down Finale

The final Friday night of the summer's free South End Get Down, featuring 70+ rotating food, art, and clothing vendors plus a DJ, running 5-9pm.

Friday, September 4, 2026 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM · South End, Burlington

Big Pond Improv Festival

Burlington's beloved Big Pond Improv Festival returns for a multi-day celebration of improv comedy running Thursday through Saturday.

Thursday, September 10, 2026 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM · Burlington, VT

Free Events

Vermont Comedy Arts New Space Prep

Vermont Comedy Arts needs volunteers to help prep their brand-new 118 Main Street space before opening — come lend a hand and be part of comedy history.

Saturday, September 5, 2026 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM · 118 Main Street, Burlington

BYP Meet Up: Blind Tiger

Burlington Young Professionals morning networking meet-up at Blind Tiger Burlington — come photo-ready for a free professional headshot courtesy of the BBB.

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM · Blind Tiger Burlington, Burlington

Family-Friendly

Champlain Valley Fair

Vermont's largest fair runs through Sunday September 6 with food, rides, farm animals, live music, and the Demolition Derby.

Sunday, September 6, 2026 · Champlain Valley Exposition, 105 Pearl Street, Essex Junction

SEABA Sunday Outdoor Artists Market

The South End Art Hop Sunday Outdoor Artists Market brings local makers and artists to the streets of Burlington's South End arts district.

Sunday, September 13, 2026 · South End Arts District, Burlington

Cows, Cheese, and Tractors!

An interactive farm experience at Shelburne Farms exploring how milk becomes cheese and featuring close-up time with farm animals and tractors.

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 10:00 AM · Shelburne Farms, Shelburne

Arts & Culture

Matt Mathews at Flynn Center for the Performing Arts

Comedian and performer Matt Mathews takes the main stage at the Flynn Center for an evening of performance.

Friday, September 11, 2026 7:00 PM · Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington

Outdoors & Active

SBRP Color Run

The South Burlington Recreation & Parks Color Run brings a fun, colorful 5K to 1000 Dorset Street.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 1:00 PM · 1000 Dorset St, South Burlington

Date Night

Mikaela Davis at Foam Brewers

Harpist and Americana singer-songwriter Mikaela Davis brings her Graceland Way Tour to Foam Brewers for an intimate evening of luminous folk.

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · Foam Brewers, Burlington

Food & Drink

Vermont Cheese Adventure Dinner

Adventure Dinner hosts a multi-course feast celebrating 10+ Vermont creameries from across the state — a must for serious cheese lovers.

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · Burlington area