Annual Events & Festivals

Welcome to Burlington’s year-round lineup of festivals and signature events where every season brings something to celebrate. As spring returns, the city kicks off the warmer months with the Vermont City Marathon, drawing runners from across the country for a high-energy Memorial Day weekend tradition. Early summer brings the beloved Discover Jazz Festival, filling downtown with live music, outdoor performances, and world-class artists.

As the days stay long and warm, Burlington’s calendar keeps stacking up. You’ll find street performers and circus art on Church Street during the Festival of Fools, waterfront concerts and community gatherings throughout the summer, and neighborhood block parties that showcase Burlington's creative spirit. By late summer and fall, the South End Art Hop takes center stage, an immersive, art-filled weekend that transforms the city’s South End Arts district. Seasonal favorites like the Brewers Festival and Oktoberfest keep the energy rolling with parades, craft beer celebrations, and community-focused fun.

Winter doesn’t slow us down, either. From festive holiday markets and New Year’s celebrations to ice-bar events, and the city’s outdoor recreation traditions, Burlington embraces the season with its own kind of warmth and creativity.

We’re a city that knows how to gather, celebrate, and make every moment feel like an occasion. Whether you’re into music, arts, food, outdoor adventure, or just joining the crowd for something memorable, Burlington’s annual events offer unforgettable experiences in every season.