Events from December 12, 2024 – February 8 › Chittenden County › – Happy Vermont

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Winter Lights in Shelburne

Shelburne Museum 6000 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT, United States

Experience a holiday extravaganza for all ages! Winter Lights at Shelburne Museum invites visitors to see the museum's buildings and campus decorated in beautiful holiday lights. New this season is an enhanced circus display with whimsical figures inspired by Shelburne’s collection and illuminated under a...

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BTV Winter Market in Burlington

Burlington City Hall Park Burlington, VT, United States

Burlington's BTV Winter Market is a month-long European-style outdoor market featuring a rotating group of 20 local artists, makers, and food vendors that will capture the spirit of the season in City Hall Park. Presented by Burlington City Arts and Love Burlington. -Courtesy Photo /...

Winter Wonderland at Merrymac Farm Sanctuary

Merrymac Farm Sanctuary 490 Lime Kiln Road, Charlotte, VT, United States

Get into the holiday spirit with twinkling lights, hot chocolate and rescued animals during the Winter Wonderland at Merrymac Farm Sanctuary in Charlotte. This is a self-guided visit of the sanctuary where you can see all the animal residents and learn their stories. Kids are...

Santa Sunday at Bolton Valley Resort

Bolton Valley Resort 4302 Bolton Valley Access Road, Bolton Valley, VT, United States

Get into the spirit of the season at Santa Sunday at Bolton Valley. All skiers and riders who arrive dressed head-to-toe in official Santa attire will ski and ride free that day. Guests must be dressed in the complete Santa package to earn this early...

Ohavi Zedek Annual Chanukah Party in Burlington

Ohavi Zedek 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington, Vermont

Join in the celebration of Chanukah with food, music with Brass Balagan, a sing along menorah lighting, toy raffle, chocolate fountain, photo booth, family gift swap, crafts, dreidel, preschool activities, and a Chanukah gift shop.

$5 – $18

Highlight Burlington

Downtown Burlington Main Street, Burlington, VT, United States

Highlight is Burlington’s go-to New Year's Eve celebration. Join the festivities downtown and on the Waterfront. The event features Vermont artists, musicians, food vendors and more. Produced by Burlington City Arts and Signal Kitchen. Tickets $15-$18. Kids under 6 admitted free. To see the full...

New Year’s Eve at Bolton Valley

Bolton Valley Resort 4302 Bolton Valley Access Road, Bolton Valley, VT, United States

After a day of skiing and riding stay for the torchlight parade and family-friendly fireworks at the main base area at Bolton Valley. Don’t forget about dinner at the James Moore Tavern and stay for entertainment in the Fireside Room for entertainment from 9pm to...

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Vermont Burlesuque Festival in Burlington and Barre

Hotel Champlain 60 Battery Street, Burlington, VT, United States

The 12th annual Vermont Burlesque Festival is a five-day celebration in Burlington and Barre City, showcasing over 200 performers. This event supports charities, promotes inclusivity and body positivity. Visit the Vermont Burlesque Festival website for a full and up-to-date schedule at vermontburlesquefestival.com.

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Burlington Cat Show

Double Tree by Hilton 870 Williston Road, South Burlington, VT, United States

See over 100 fabulous felines at the Burlington Cat Show. Watch a parade of breeds and see shelter cats transformed into stars. Learn about the history of today's breeds and more.

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Vermont Renaissance Faire in Essex Junction

Champlain Valley Expo 105 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, VT, United States

Say goodbye to the winter blues at the 8th Annual Winter Renaissance Faire, indoors at the Champlain Valley Exposition. The is a family-friendly event for all ages, featuring performances by singers, musicians and dancers, as well as medieval living history and fight demonstrations. With over...

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Old East End Winterlude Festival at Schmanska Park in Burlington

Schmanska Park 63 Grove Street, Burlington, VT, United States

The Old East End Winterlude in Burlington is a two-day day winter celebration with outdoor activities for all. Enjoy snowshoeing, sledding, cross-country skiing, nature walks, crafts, live music, a fire pit, hot beverages and tasty refreshments. On Friday, enjoy decorative lighting, hand-crafted vellum lanterns, special...

30th Annual Penguin Plunge in Burlington

Burlington Waterfront Park 10 College Street, Burlington, VT, United States

The Penguin Plunge on the Burlington Waterfront is a widely recognized, highly anticipated winter event that raises funds and awareness for Special Olympics Vermont. Community members of all ages form teams, raise money and plunge into icy Lake Champlain.