Events from May 4 – July 5 – Happy Vermont

Vermont Events

Farmers’ Night Concert Series: A2VT

Vermont State House 115 State Street, Montpelier, VT, United States

Members of A2VT synthesize their native African musical and dance roots with Western pop and hip-hop sensibilities. Their songs are performed in eight unique languages, reflecting the journey from Africa to America, and celebrate the musical collision of two continents. Free and open to the...

Larry & Joe Performance in Putney

Next Stage Arts Project 15 Kimball Hill, Putney, VT, United States

Larry & Joe is the duo of joropo maestro Larry Bellorín and Grammy-nominated bluegrass and old-time star Joe Troop. These two virtuosic multi-instrumentalists fuse their respective Venezuelan and Appalachian folk traditions on the harp, banjo, cuatro, fiddle, upright bass, guitar, and maracas to prove that...

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The Tunbridge Town Hall Shindigs Dance Series

Tunbridge Town Hall 279 Route 110, Tunbridge, VT, United States

The Tunbridge Town Hall Shindigs will begin its 16th season on Saturday, Nov. 4. Since 2007, the mission of the Shindigs has been to offer a comfortable and inviting atmosphere for musicians, dancers, and music lovers to enjoy the amazing power of music together. The...

The Hollywood Sound by the VSO in Rutland

The Paramount Theatre 30 Centre Street, Rutland, VT, United States

From romantic, savage, and epic American dramas to Japanese anime fantasy, The Hollywood Sound concert by the Vermont Symphony Orchestra explores film scores from the past 80 years. VSO Concertmaster, Katherine Winterstein, performs Korngold’s 1945 film score-infused violin concerto to complete the performance. This concert is conducted by VSO...

Annual Music & Comedy Showcase in Tunbridge

Tunbridge Town Hall 279 Route 110, Tunbridge, VT, United States

The Tunbridge Civic Club presents the 69th Annual Music & Comedy Showcase, featuring a night of fun-filled entertainment for the whole family. Admission: Adults $10; seniors $8; 12 and under $5.

Astronomy Day at Montshire Museum in Norwich

Montshire Museum of Science 1 Montshire Road, Norwicb, VT, United States

Astronomy Day at Montshire Museum is an annual celebration of all things celestial.  Take part in astronomical arts and crafts and hands-on space demonstrations. Enjoy lightning talks featuring graduate students from the Department of Physics & Astronomy at Dartmouth College. There will be opportunities throughout...

Eat, Drum, Dance! A Celebration of Ghana’s Independence Day in Barre

Barre UU Church 10 Church Street, Barre, VT, United States

Shidaa Projects Inc. brings West African drumming and dance to Barre.  This festive, family- friendly evening will include an authentic African meal, a drumming and dance performance, dance party and some historic knowledge of how Ghana celebrates its independence. World renowned dancer and choreographer Samuel "Maama"...

Farmers’ Night Concert Series: Vermont Youth Orchestra

Vermont State House 115 State Street, Montpelier, VT, United States

The Vermont Youth Orchestra String Squad and the newly formed VYO Winds, Brass, and Percussion Ensemble will perform pieces by Debussy, Sousa, and William Grant Still.  Mark Alpizar will conduct. Mariachi music, themes from popular movie franchises, and iconic music from video games will be...

MUD Season Exhibit Opening Reception in Pomfret

Artistree Community Arts Center 2095 Pomfret Road, South Pomfret, VT, United States

The annual MUD (season) exhibit in Pomfret features over 60 local artists inspired by the melting snow, the running sap, the returning birds, the awakening bears, the longer days, the rutted roads, beautiful light.

Soaring: An Evening of Circus and Song in Putney

Next Stage Arts Project 15 Kimball Hill, Putney, VT, United States

Experience an unforgettable evening of circus and song with soprano-aerialist Elizabeth Wohl, pianist Ivan Tan, and special guests. This unique performance will feature music by Mozart, Gounod, Bizet, and Vermont composer Gwyneth Walker accompanied by original aerial choreography. Tickets: $15

Opening of New Exhibits in Brattleboro

Brattleboro Museum & Art Center 10 Vernon Street, Brattleboro, VT, United States

Celebrate the opening of new exhibits at the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center. Free admission. Meet the artists and curators and enjoy complimentary finger foods by Taza Bread (a new business launched by Afghan refugee Shaima Hussainzada Aslami), a cash bar by Stone Church, music by...

Masquerade Jazz & Funk Winter Music Carnival in Barnard

Barnard Town Hall 115 North Road, Barnard, VT, United States

The Masquerade Jazz & Funk Winter Music Carnival in Barnard features four hours of music, including jazz, swing, plus an African dance party. This family-friendly event includes an expansive taco bar, non-alcoholic drinks, a mask-decorating table, and a photo booth. This Year's Line Up: 6...