Events from May 5 – August 14 – Happy Vermont

Vermont Events

National Trails Day Hike into History at Mount Independence

Mount Independence 497 Mount Independence Road, Orwell, VT, United States

Take a guided hike into Revolutionary War history at the Mount Independence State Historic Site. The hike will be led by Stephen Zeoli, president of the Mount Independence Coalition. Admission $1-$8 (children under 6 admitted free).

Burlington Discover Jazz Festival

From June 7-11, the Flynn celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival. Enjoy free shows across Burlington, from Church Street to the Waterfront, and even a nightly jam session at Big Joe’s at the Vermont Comedy Club. Lakecia Benjamin, this year’s curator, leads the...

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Dover Open Mic Night

Dover Town Hall 189 Taft Brook Road, East Dover, VT, United States

Enjoy an evening of music, songs, and community at the historic Dover Town Hall. Open Mic Night features singers, musicians, and other talented locals.  The event is held the second and fourth Wednesday of the month.

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Feast and Field Summer Concert Series in Barnard

Fable Farm 1544 Royalton Turnpike, Barnard, VT, United States

Head over to Fable Farm every Thursday for live music presented by Barn Arts Vermont. May 25: Young Tradition VT traditional/fiddle June 1: Bow, Jack & Krishna blues/rock June 8: Michael Zsoldos and Friends jazz/funk June 22: Ladles folk/pop June 29: Cachitas Now!  Argentine cumbia July 6: Joe K. Walsh, Grant Gordy &...

Barre Pride Fest

Barre City Hall Park 6 North Main Street, Barre, VT, United States

Enjoy activities, a Pride bicycle ride, drag story hour, bake sale, community resources and more. All proceeds benefit. Camp Outright.

Kinhaven Music Youth Artist Seminar Concert in Manchester

Israel Congregation of Manchester 6025 Main Street, Manchester Center, VT, United States

Kinhaven Music School’s Young Artist Seminar, in partnership with Taconic Music, offers a concert of chamber music at Israel Congregation of Manchester. The program will include the String Quartet in F Minor, Op.95 by Ludwig van Beethoven, the Piano Trio No.2 in E Minor, Op.67 by Dmitri Shostakovich and the...

Groton Nature Center Grand Opening

The Groton Nature Center 1471 Boulder Beach Road, Groton, VT, United States

Celebrate the Groton Nature Center Grand Opening, featuring tours of the new nature center, light refreshments, raffles and more. The Groton Nature Center will tell the story of human relationships with nature in Vermont.

A Conversation with Chris Bohjalian in Manchester

Manchester Community Library 138 Cemetery Avenue, Manchester Center, VT, United States

Join the Manchester Community Library for a fundraiser and silent auction featuring a conversation with author Chris Bohjalian and WAMC Northeast Public Radio’s Joe Donahue. This special event is a chance for community members to mingle with fellow book lovers and community members while celebrating and...

Rutland County Pride Festival

Rutland County Pride Festival Center Street, Rutland, VT, United States

Enjoy music, vendors, food, drag performers, games, prizes and more. The mission of Rutland County Pride, Inc. is to enhance and sustain the well-being of the LGBTQ+ and allied communities by providing programs and services that cultivate community; advocate for LGBTQ+ interests; educate and empower...

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Father’s Day Weekend in Brownington

The Old Stone House Museum 109 Old Stone House Road, Brownington, VT, United States

The Vermont Gas & Steam Engine Association will have engines on display for Father's Day Weekend, and cars of yesteryear will join in on the fun Saturday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m.  If you come on Sunday, be sure to grab a free HP Hood...

Father’s Day Food Truck Festival in Shelburne

Vermont Teddy Bear 6655 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT, United States

Bring your dad to Vermont Teddy Bear for food trucks and custom Father’s Day cocktails made by Wild Heart Distillery. Afterward, come into Vermont Teddy Bear to shop, make a bear or take a tour.

Strawberry Festival in Middletown Springs

Middletown Springs Historical Society 4 Park Avenue, Middletown Springs, VT, United States

Strawberry lovers are invited to a sweet afternoon of fun on the Green.  The festival features delicious strawberry shortcake made with fresh local strawberries, homemade biscuits, vanilla ice cream and whipped cream, along with iced tea, lemonade or coffee.