Celebrate Burlington
Winter in Burlington, Vermont
Winter in Burlington isn’t just cold—it’s cool. From bustling holiday markets and twinkling lights in late November to the sparkle of New Year’s fireworks at Highlight, the city turns into one big cozy celebration. With so many events and activities happening all season long, there’s always something to look forward to. February brings all the warm fuzzies with our Month of Love and the quirky fun of Groundhog Fest. Then March sweetens the season with Maple Madness—because who doesn’t love riding that maple high?
It’s also the perfect time to stay connected with the places and people that make Burlington shine. Get out for a coffee run, wander through an art gallery, explore a new neighborhood, linger over dinner with friends, and keep supporting the local businesses that bring warmth to every chilly day. So bundle up, grab a hot drink, and let’s stroll, shop, and celebrate all winter long.
Check out some bright points of the season and then scroll through all of our "Celebrate Burlington" events below.
Downtown Lights
Now through February 23, after sunset
Celebrate Burlington's brilliance with Downtown Lights! Produced by Burlington City Arts and Love Burlington, Downtown Lights will illuminate our city's vibrant downtown core this winter. This year, we're turning up the wattage with twinkly lights galore, bringing some sparkle to pedestrian walkways at the Marketplace Garage, the Downtown Garage, and Burlington High School.
Starting December 12 at dusk, projections by Vermont artists will dance across the façade of the former City Place Mall on Church Street. Curated by Burlington's own Vanish Works design studio, you'll want to return night after night to experience these mesmerizing projections from an ever-growing group of local artists. And nearby, Vermont artist Stephen Rhodes has created two luminous geometric tower sculptures that will be spending the winter in City Hall Park. Rhodes' work has been featured at events across the country, and we're thrilled to have them bring some light to our community this winter!
BTV Love Notes
Submit your note before 1/18
Spread the love with BTV Love Notes! Submit a short, sweet note to Burlington, your bestie, your fav downtown business, your mom, your cat, or anyone/anything that makes your heart happy. Approved notes will be displayed in participating downtown businesses for the entire month of February as part of our Month of Love celebration.
Snow Ball
A celebration of snow and light on the Church Street Marketplace
Join BCA and Love Burlington for Snow Ball, as part of Downtown Lights! Snow Ball is a celebration of snow and light on the Church Street Marketplace for all ages with DJ Amelia Devoid, projections by Vanish Works, and a snow demonstration by author Joe Roman, who is writing a book about Snowflake Bentley and climate change. Celebrate winter with snowball-throwing challenges, mini snowman making, and hot chocolate.
52 Church Street (outside Homeport) | January 23, 2026, 5-8pm, Free
Maple Madness
Celebrate all things maple this March!
Maple Madness brings the tradition of sugaring to downtown Burlington for a one-day maple wonderland in partnership with Runamok Maple! Come enjoy this downtown Burlington festival with fire pits, maple-themed treats, and a festive atmosphere to kick off maple season.
Celebrate Burlington with a Winter Event
Scroll through the complete list of holiday markets, winter activities, business deals & special events, and so much more. Want to submit an event to our "Celebrate Burlington" calendar? Click the +Add button below and complete the steps. Just be sure to add the tag "Celebrate Burlington" before submitting.
