Must-see entertainment in Vermont

Flynn Center for the Performing Arts

Burlington

Broadway hits, international acts, music, dance and theater grace the stage at this art-deco masterpiece. Expect anything from King Lear to Ladysmith…

ArtsRiot

Burlington

This brick-walled, exuberantly frescoed former timber warehouse in Burlington's South End is the venue for myriad events, from live music to storytelling…

Light Club Lamp Shop

Burlington

This cool and quirky place doubles – well, OK, triples – as a lamp shop (witness the amazing, densely packed lighting collection suspended from the walls…

McGrath's Irish Pub

Vermont

Guinness on tap, Vermont's largest selection of Irish whiskies, and live Irish music on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Nectar's

Burlington

Indie darlings Phish got their start here and the joint still rocks out with the help of aspiring acts. Grab a vinyl booth, chill at the bar or dance…

Big Picture Café-Theater

Vermont

This popular community hangout screens movies five nights a week – doubling as a cafe where skiers warm up with coffee, breakfast and delicious homemade…

Pickle Barrel

Vermont

With four bars, three stages and two dance floors, this popular three-story club showcases great rock-and-roll bands and other national-caliber acts. Best…

Higher Ground

Burlington

Two miles east of downtown, this beloved midsize live-music venue brings big-name acts to Burlington, along with local talent from all over the Northeast.

Wobbly Barn

Vermont

This popular steakhouse doubles as an entertainment venue, with dancing, blues and rock and roll.

Vermont Comedy Club

Burlington

Burlington's headquarters for standup and improv comedy, with shows five nights per week.

Red Square

Burlington

With a stylish SoHo-like ambience, this is where Vermonters in the know go to sip martinis or wine, munch on good bar food (including sandwiches) and…