Best events in
Williston

Events and things to do in Williston, VT draw from the town's community gatherings and the lively cultural scene of nearby Burlington. The area's social life often combines outdoor recreation with live entertainment, from concerts and comedy to local theater. Burlington's distinct neighborhoods, like the South End Arts District and downtown's Church Street Marketplace, serve as major hubs for performance and dining.

Explore Burlington's South End Arts District, where former industrial spaces now house galleries, breweries, and creative venues that host community gatherings like the South End Get Down.
Catch national touring acts at Higher Ground in South Burlington or see a play presented by Vermont Stage on Burlington's waterfront.
Enjoy family-friendly entertainment such as the outdoor summer concert series at Maple Tree Place in Williston or see a movie at the Majestic 10.

autocomplete

Events near Williston

Explore more events

SHEBAD w/ Psymon Spine + Acqua Mossa

Tomorrow • 8:00 PM

Foam Brewers - Burlington

Check ticket price on event

The Cozy Craft Club

Wednesday • 6:00 PM

Allard Square

Check ticket price on event

Tree ID and Natural History Tour of Ethan Allen Park

Thursday • 4:00 PM

Ethan Allen Park

Check ticket price on event

Autumn & Owls Campfire

Sat, Nov 7 • 4:30 PM

Fire Circle behind the Farm Barn, Shelburne Farms

Check ticket price on event

ACHE of NNE 2026 Annual Meeting

Thu, Nov 12 • 7:30 AM

DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont

Check ticket price on event

Deepening Peacemaking Circle Facilitation Skills with Kay Pranis- 2026

Mon, Nov 16 • 8:30 AM

2nd Floor Meeting Room, 135 Church St

Check ticket price on event

How to Make an Apple Pie & See the Farm

Sat, Nov 21 • 10:00 AM

Shelburne Farms

Check ticket price on event

Cultural Competency

Fri, Dec 4 • 9:00 AM

Delta Hotels Burlington

Check ticket price on event

SHEBAD w/ Psymon Spine + Acqua Mossa

Tomorrow • 8:00 PM

Foam Brewers - Burlington

Check ticket price on event

The Cozy Craft Club

Wednesday • 6:00 PM

Allard Square

Check ticket price on event

Tree ID and Natural History Tour of Ethan Allen Park

Thursday • 4:00 PM

Ethan Allen Park

Check ticket price on event

Autumn & Owls Campfire

Sat, Nov 7 • 4:30 PM

Fire Circle behind the Farm Barn, Shelburne Farms

Check ticket price on event

ACHE of NNE 2026 Annual Meeting

Thu, Nov 12 • 7:30 AM

DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont

Check ticket price on event

Deepening Peacemaking Circle Facilitation Skills with Kay Pranis- 2026

Mon, Nov 16 • 8:30 AM

2nd Floor Meeting Room, 135 Church St

Check ticket price on event

How to Make an Apple Pie & See the Farm

Sat, Nov 21 • 10:00 AM

Shelburne Farms

Check ticket price on event

Cultural Competency

Fri, Dec 4 • 9:00 AM

Delta Hotels Burlington

Check ticket price on event

Explore more events

Nearby cities

Burlington

8 miles away

South Burlington

7 miles away

Montpelier

27 miles away

St. Albans

26 miles away

Shelburne

9 miles away

Plattsburgh

27 miles away

Lake Placid

46 miles away

Barre

33 miles away

Randolph

41 miles away

Essex Junction

5 miles away

Northfield

29 miles away

Hardwick

35 miles away

Frelighsburg

44 miles away

Westport

26 miles away

Jeffersonville

18 miles away

Johnson

24 miles away

Morrisville

25 miles away

Winooski

7 miles away

Waterbury

17 miles away

Stowe

19 miles away

Middlebury

29 miles away

Williamstown

34 miles away

Bedford

47 miles away

Rouses Point

41 miles away

Elizabethtown

30 miles away

Burlington

8 miles away

South Burlington

7 miles away

Montpelier

27 miles away

St. Albans

26 miles away

Shelburne

9 miles away

Plattsburgh

27 miles away

Lake Placid

46 miles away

Barre

33 miles away

Randolph

41 miles away

Essex Junction

5 miles away

Northfield

29 miles away

Hardwick

35 miles away

Frelighsburg

44 miles away

Westport

26 miles away

Jeffersonville

18 miles away

Johnson

24 miles away

Morrisville

25 miles away

Winooski

7 miles away

Waterbury

17 miles away

Stowe

19 miles away

Middlebury

29 miles away

Williamstown

34 miles away

Bedford

47 miles away

Rouses Point

41 miles away

Elizabethtown

30 miles away

Online Events

Explore more events

OUTSIDER ART: Drawing The Spirit World

yesterday • 6:30 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Humanitarian Water Engineering Fall 2026

Check ticket price on event

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Thursday • 1:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Managing Your Emotions - Prof Ethan Kross

Tue, Nov 10 • 7:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Lean Global Connection 2026

Thu, Nov 12 • 2:00 PM UTC

Check ticket price on event

REVISED Cottage Food Safety Statewide Online Training

Fri, Nov 13 • 9:00 AM MST

Check ticket price on event

The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Fri, Nov 27 • 2:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

Check ticket price on event

OUTSIDER ART: Drawing The Spirit World

yesterday • 6:30 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Humanitarian Water Engineering Fall 2026

Check ticket price on event

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Thursday • 1:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Managing Your Emotions - Prof Ethan Kross

Tue, Nov 10 • 7:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Lean Global Connection 2026

Thu, Nov 12 • 2:00 PM UTC

Check ticket price on event

REVISED Cottage Food Safety Statewide Online Training

Fri, Nov 13 • 9:00 AM MST

Check ticket price on event

The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Fri, Nov 27 • 2:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

Check ticket price on event

Explore more events

Frequently asked questions about Williston

Where can I find live music events near Williston?

Burlington is the main destination for live music events, with landmark venues like Nectar's and Higher Ground. Nectar's is famous for its nightly shows on Main Street, while Higher Ground in South Burlington hosts both intimate and large-scale concerts. For something cozier, Radio Bean in the Old North End is a local favorite.

What are some good date night ideas in the Williston area?

A popular date night involves dinner and a show in downtown Burlington. Start with a stroll and a meal near the Church Street Marketplace, then head to a performance at The Flynn for theater or dance, or catch a show at the Vermont Comedy Club.

Are there any free events in the Williston and Burlington area?

Yes, the area offers several free seasonal event series for the community. In Williston, the summer concert series at Maple Tree Place is a popular choice. Burlington's South End hosts the South End Get Down, a block party with food vendors and music during summer months.

How can I explore the local art scene?

The South End Arts District in Burlington is the center of the local art scene. This neighborhood is full of galleries and studios, and it hosts the annual South End Art Hop, a large-scale open studio event that draws many visitors each September.

What kind of nightlife is available?

Nightlife often centers on live entertainment in Burlington's distinct neighborhoods. Downtown offers busy venues like Nectar's, while the Old North End has a more laid-back vibe at spots like Radio Bean. The South End is known for its breweries and casual atmosphere.

Can you suggest some family-friendly events?

The area provides many family-friendly entertainment options and events. The Williston Farmers Market offers a great seasonal outing. In Burlington, the annual Burlington Discover Jazz Festival in June includes many outdoor performances suitable for all ages, and the Majestic 10 in Williston shows new movies.

Is there a good spot for comedy shows?

The Vermont Comedy Club in downtown Burlington is the region's dedicated venue for stand-up and improv. The intimate club features a regular schedule of local, regional, and nationally recognized comedians. Higher Ground in South Burlington also occasionally hosts larger comedy acts in its Ballroom.

What's a classic Burlington food and music event experience?

The Bluegrass Brunch at The Skinny Pancake on Burlington's waterfront is a classic local experience. This weekly event combines local food with live bluegrass music in a casual setting. It’s a popular weekend tradition for both residents and visitors.

Events near Williston

SHEBAD w/ Psymon Spine + Acqua Mossa

The Cozy Craft Club

Tree ID and Natural History Tour of Ethan Allen Park

Autumn & Owls Campfire

ACHE of NNE 2026 Annual Meeting

Deepening Peacemaking Circle Facilitation Skills with Kay Pranis- 2026

How to Make an Apple Pie & See the Farm

Cultural Competency

SHEBAD w/ Psymon Spine + Acqua Mossa

The Cozy Craft Club

Tree ID and Natural History Tour of Ethan Allen Park

Autumn & Owls Campfire

ACHE of NNE 2026 Annual Meeting

Deepening Peacemaking Circle Facilitation Skills with Kay Pranis- 2026

How to Make an Apple Pie & See the Farm

Cultural Competency

Trending searches

1. Williston vermont williston vermont events

Nearby cities

Burlington

South Burlington

Montpelier

St. Albans

Shelburne

Plattsburgh

Lake Placid

Barre

Randolph

Essex Junction

Northfield

Hardwick

Frelighsburg

Westport

Jeffersonville

Johnson

Morrisville

Winooski

Waterbury

Stowe

Middlebury

Williamstown

Bedford

Rouses Point

Elizabethtown

Burlington

South Burlington

Montpelier

St. Albans

Shelburne

Plattsburgh

Lake Placid

Barre

Randolph

Essex Junction

Northfield

Hardwick

Frelighsburg

Westport

Jeffersonville

Johnson

Morrisville

Winooski

Waterbury

Stowe

Middlebury

Williamstown

Bedford

Rouses Point

Elizabethtown

Online Events

OUTSIDER ART: Drawing The Spirit World

Humanitarian Water Engineering Fall 2026

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Managing Your Emotions - Prof Ethan Kross

Lean Global Connection 2026

REVISED Cottage Food Safety Statewide Online Training

The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

OUTSIDER ART: Drawing The Spirit World