Burlington's Autumn Adventures: Music, Festivals, and More

05/10/2025 3 min
Burlington's Autumn Adventures: Music, Festivals, and More

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Good morning, this is your Burlington Local Frequency for Sunday, October 5th, 2025.It’s a crisp fall day in Burlington and the hills are showing off their golds and reds—a perfect backdrop for everything happening around town. If you want to support a great cause and enjoy some live music, Orlando’s Bar and Lounge will keep the energy pumping into the early morning with Hip-Hop for Flood Relief. Local artists are rallying to raise funds for Vermont’s communities still working to recover from this season’s intense weather. Doors opened last night and the performances go until 2 a.m., so there’s still time to check it out and support your neighbors.For those heading outside, autumn festivals are in full swing. Just a short drive away, the Vermont Sheep & Wool Festival continues today. It’s a celebration of local fibers and craft—think fleece, handspinning demos, sheep herding, artisan food, and live music. It runs at the Tunbridge Fairgrounds, so if you’re looking for a family-friendly outing that blends classic Vermont charm with a little education and retail therapy, this is a must-see.In Danville, the Autumn on the Green showcase is under way until 4 this afternoon. Wander between nearly 300 local artisans and crafters set against a fiery backdrop of Vermont foliage. Free, accessible, and loaded with small-town spirit.Back here in Burlington, local sports fans have reason to cheer. UVM men’s hockey launched their season last night with a commanding win over Brock University. Max Strand, Colin Kessler, and Cédrick Guindon each notched three-point nights, helping the Catamounts skate to a 5-2 victory at Gutterson Fieldhouse. With their regular season opener coming up this Friday, excitement is building in Catamount Country. Meanwhile, the UVM women’s hockey team put up a fight against the nationally ranked Nittany Lions but came up short, falling 5-3. Both teams are set for packed schedules in the coming weeks, so keep an eye on Gutterson for your next dose of college sports action.If you’re feeling artsy, make time for an outdoor stroll through the sculpture gardens at Underhill Ironworks. In honor of the season, the grounds are peppered with Halloween-inspired vignettes, blending Gerald K. Stoner’s steel sculptures with a touch of spooky whimsy. Meet the artist, watch works in progress, and find inspiration among Vermont’s changing leaves.Foodies, Burlington’s restaurant scene just keeps growing. Leslie McCrorey Wells is preparing to open Alimentari, her new Italian café and shop on St. Paul Street, later this fall. It will add to her portfolio of beloved Italian restaurants right down the block, promising fresh flavors for downtown. Meanwhile, Thursday Dinners at the Farm continues this week, showcasing local produce and culinary flair—a great reason to plan a date night or friends’ gathering.Finally, if you love haunted history, the Darkness Falls tour by Thea Lewis remains a seasonal classic. Explore Burlington’s most legendary ghost stories and little-known secrets, perfect for anyone craving a thrill as October unfolds.That’s a snapshot of what’s happening in Burlington and around the region this Sunday. From festivals and food to arts and action, there’s something to wake up your weekend and set the tone for a new week.This has been Burlington Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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