Festival of Fools
Burlington City Arts has proudly produced the Festival of Fools since 2002. The festival is a curated celebration of street performance devoted to community engagement through the celebration of circus arts, music, and comedy for family audiences. In 2023 we'll be bringing all of this to life with the support from our presenting sponsor, Community Bank, N.A; pitch sponsors, Leunig’s Bistro & Café, AARP Vermont, von Trapp Brewing, Pet Food Warehouse, Hendrick’s Gin, and Switchback Brewing Company; supporting sponsors Rose Computer Technology Services, Ben & Jerry's, Shrubbly, American Flatbread Burlington Hearth, Red Square, Eyes of the World, and The Friendly Toast; and media sponsors, Seven Days, NBC 5, and The Point Radio.

Highlight New Year's Eve Celebration
BCA and Signal Kitchen partnered in 2018 to produce a new New Year’s Eve celebration for the City of Burlington following 35 successful years for First Night. For Highlight 2022, we’re welcoming revelers from far and wide to celebrate with unique, in-person experiences in downtown Burlington and at the Waterfront. We’ll set the stage for the biggest party of the year as we come together to count down the experiences and ideas that make our community a hub of incredible creativity. Artists, food vendors, musicians, and everyone in between helps build an event that HIGHLIGHTS the best of Burlington, live for one glorious night as we cheers to auld lang syne.
Splash Dance
Soak up some summer fun with Splash Dance, BCA’s weekly DJ-fueled dance party in City Hall Park. Kids and parents are invited to suit up and boogie along in the interactive splash pad to some of Vermont’s best DJs.
2023 City Hall Park programming is underwritten by the Pomerleau Family Foundation and The WaterWheel Foundation. Media sponsor, Seven Days.
Summer Concert Series
The BCA Summer Concert Series is an annual celebration of Vermont's incredible roster of local talent. Every Wednesday and Friday throughout the summer, the Summer Concert Series provides a lunchtime concert in City Hall Park, energizing the downtown district with vibrancy while supporting local musicians.
2023 City Hall Park programming is underwritten by the Pomerleau Family Foundation and The WaterWheel Foundation. Media sponsor, Seven Days. The Summer Concert Series is presented by VSECU with support from American Flatbread Burlington Hearth and City Market, Onion River Co-op.
Twilight Series
Catch a concert on the lawn as the sun sets on City Hall Park, every alternating Friday and Saturday. The lineup includes regional luminaries spanning the full spectrum of genres. Relive the 2022 Twilight Series through our concert videos.
2023 City Hall Park programming is underwritten by the Pomerleau Family Foundation and The WaterWheel Foundation. Media sponsor, Seven Days. Twilight Series is presented by Soundtoys.
BTV Market
Expanding on our beloved Artist Market, this outdoor market experience in the heart of downtown Burlington, is new for 2022. Presented by Burlington City Arts and Love Burlington, the BTV Market runs every Saturday from June 4-October 1 in City Hall Park. Come cross paths with an eclectic collection of local artists and makers. Live music, games, and kids activities make for festive fun while you stroll amongst vendors and neighbors. With wares, artwork, and food representing all of Burlington's many communities, this new market brings the best of BTV together all summer long!
2023 City Hall Park programming is underwritten by the Pomerleau Family Foundation and The WaterWheel Foundation. Media sponsor, Seven Days. BTV Market has support from Lake Champlain Chocolates and Kiss the Cook.
Sunday Classical
Start your Sunday on a high note as BCA premieres an exciting new partnership with the Vermont Symphony Orchestra and Green Mountain Chamber Orchestra. The state’s top classical players pair the summer breeze with an hour of musical vibrancy and relaxation every weekend.
2023 City Hall Park programming is underwritten by the Pomerleau Family Foundation and The WaterWheel Foundation. Media sponsor, Seven Days.