Events from January 1 – March 14 › 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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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.

Westford Winter Festival

Westford Village Common 5 Common Road, Westford, VT, United States

Gather at the Westford Village Common to celebrate winter! Enjoy horse-drawn trolley rides, sledding, a history walk, bonfire and more. Enjoy family-friendly music from Rockin’ Ron the Friendly Pirate in the morning, and the Bent Nails House Band in the afternoon for some great rock...

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Memphremagog Winter Swimming Festival

East Side Restaurant 47 Landing Street, Newport, VT, United States

Watch winter swimmers at the Memphremagog Winter Swimming Festival go cold-water swimming in a 25-meter, two-lane pool cut in the ice. The idea for the swim was sparked a decade ago by Phil White, a self-described “water rat.” He founded the festival at Lake Memphremagog,...

Newport Winter Festival

Gardner Park 155 Gardner Park Road, Newport, VT, United States

Celebrate timeless Vermont traditions like ice skating, sledding and broom ball at the Newport Winter Festival. Enjoy a snow sculpting contest, fireworks, snow tunnels and more.

Wintervale in Burlington

The Intervale Center 180 Intervale Road, Burlington, VT, United States

Wintervale is an opportunity to bring family and friends to Burlington's Intervale for cross-country skiing, guided wildlife walks, a chili cook-off, arts and crafts, hot cocoa, live raptor programming and more. -Courtesy photo: The Intervale  

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Vermont Flower Show in Essex Junction

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

The Vermont Flower Show in Essex Junction includes a landscaped grand garden display, hands-on workshops, seminars, activities and more, plus a plant show on Sunday. This year’s theme is "A Story of Gardening." Tickets $5 to $70. Order tickets online.

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Hotel Vermont Ice Bar in Burlington

Hotel Vermont 41 Cherry Street, Burlington, VT, United States

The 13th annual Ice Bar at Hotel Vermont showcases festive cocktails and ice sculptures. Outdoor ice bars will feature frosty cocktails, local spirits, cider and brews. Cost $75 for one night. Purchase tickets online starting Dec. 13.