Last updated: 2025-04-22
Burlington’s indoor scene offers a vibrant escape from Vermont’s unpredictable weather. From art galleries to performance spaces, the Queen City provides engaging experiences that showcase local creativity and cultural depth.
Whether exploring interactive museum exhibits at the Fleming or catching live performances at Off Center for the Dramatic Arts, Burlington’s indoor attractions promise memorable experiences for locals and visitors alike.
Discover Burlington’s coolest indoor adventures right here!
Featured Indoor Activities in Burlington
- ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain
- Higher Ground (South Burlington)
- South End Art Hop (if during event)
- ArtsRiot
- Fleming Museum of Art
- Burlington City Arts
- Shelburne Farms (Welcome Center & Farm Store) (Shelburne)
- Off Center for the Dramatic Arts
ArtsRiot
What to Expect
Multifaceted arts and music venue with local spirit tastings
Description
ArtsRiot is a dynamic multi-purpose venue in Burlington's South End Arts District featuring live music performances, a full-service bar, and a curated tasting room showcasing local Vermont spirits. The versatile space hosts concerts, private events, and community gatherings with an artistic atmosphere and rotating local art exhibitions.
Where: Burlington | More Info: ArtsRiot
Burlington City Arts
What to Expect
Contemporary art center with dynamic exhibition spaces
Description
Burlington City Arts is a contemporary art center offering engaging visual art exhibitions, educational programs, and community art initiatives. The BCA Center showcases rotating contemporary art exhibits featuring local and regional artists, providing interactive experiences and opportunities for artistic exploration and learning.
Where: Burlington | More Info: Burlington City Arts
ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain
What to Expect
Lakefront science museum with comprehensive ecosystem exhibits
Description
Vermont's science and nature museum offers immersive indoor exhibits and experiences centered on Lake Champlain's ecosystem. Visitors explore interactive displays, attend daily animal demonstrations, and watch engaging 3D nature films in a lakefront setting. The center provides hands-on learning about local wildlife, environmental science, and regional natural history.
Where: Burlington | More Info: ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain
Fleming Museum of Art
What to Expect
Comprehensive university art museum with extensive research-accessible collections
Description
University art museum housing over 20,000 works spanning diverse collections and periods. Features rotating photography and art exhibitions exploring themes like Vermont female farmers and artists' engagement with nature. Offers free public access to galleries and research collections.
Where: Burlington | More Info: Fleming Museum of Art
Higher Ground (South Burlington)
What to Expect
Multi-stage music venue with versatile performance spaces
Description
Higher Ground is a premier live music venue featuring two performance spaces - the Ballroom and Showcase Lounge - hosting diverse musical acts from local bands to national touring artists. The venue offers an intimate concert experience with multiple performance areas and a consistently dynamic lineup of musical performances.
Where: South Burlington | More Info: Higher Ground
Off Center for the Dramatic Arts
What to Expect
Flexible performance studio supporting emerging theatrical talent
Description
Off Center for the Dramatic Arts offers a dynamic performance and training space dedicated to theatrical arts in Burlington. The venue provides innovative performance opportunities, artist development programs, and creative workshops for emerging and established performers across various theatrical disciplines.
Where: Burlington | More Info: Off Center for the Dramatic Arts
Shelburne Farms (Welcome Center & Farm Store) (Shelburne)
What to Expect
Historic working farm campus with sustainability education mission
Description
Shelburne Farms offers an educational working landscape focusing on sustainability through immersive farm experiences. Visitors explore historic grounds, learn about agricultural practices, and engage with educational programs centered on environmental stewardship and sustainable food systems.
Where: Shelburne | More Info: Shelburne Farms (Welcome Center & Farm Store)
South End Art Hop (if during event)
What to Expect
Community-driven arts celebration spanning multiple venues
Description
Annual multi-day arts festival celebrating Burlington's South End Arts District, featuring hundreds of community artists, open studios, juried exhibitions, and interactive art experiences. Showcases local creativity through diverse art displays, performances, and community engagement across multiple venues.
Where: Burlington | More Info: South End Art Hop (if during event)
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