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Burlington
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Burlington’s food scene lifts as Sabah’s House plans to open a new location in June on Church Street (moved from its food truck kiosk), while PopUp Bagels readies its launch nearby and Things From Yaad serves Jamaican cuisine from 12 to 9 p.m. daily on Cherry Street. NBC5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Preservation Burlington is hosting its annual self-guided historic homes tour on Saturday, June 13 from noon to 4 p.m. in various locations across Burlington, where participants will tour unique architectural sites and receive a booklet with historical details for each ($25 ticket), with light refreshments at the UVM Alumni House. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Vermont rocker Grace Potter will release her new album Trespasser on Aug. 21 and will host her annual Grand Point North festival at Waterfront Park, Burlington from Sept. 18 — 20 featuring Portugal. The Man, Dawes and Dark Star Orchestra to benefit her nonprofit foundation. Burlington Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Burlington will gain an economic boost from the M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon and Relay, which is expected to bring $2.9 to 3.3 million from hotel bookings, food, drinks and entry fees. More than 2,000 runners + 3,000 relay participants and about 20,000 spectators will support local businesses during the Memorial Day weekend. NBC5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Phil Scott threatened to keep the Legislature in Montpelier through the summer unless an education reform bill includes forced school district mergers. Lawmakers now back a voluntary consolidation process while GOP colleagues support the governor's demand — setting up a standoff that may delay reform until after May 29. Vermont Public
- ➤ UVM is holding its 225th commencement today on University Green with 3,703 graduates and keynote by Olympic medalist Ben Ogden (2022 alum). Nearby streets will be closed from May 14 to May 17 in several areas, including University Place and South Prospect Street. Burlington Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State alum treatments have improved Lake Carmi’s water—initial readings mark the clearest since 1980—and DEC teams will visit every two weeks while UVM studies the treatment’s impact on local fisheries and summer life. NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Vermont House lawmakers held a moment of silence Friday for former lawmakers Jason Barney (Highgate) and Noel Neely (Pomfret). Barney died earlier this month after battling cancer and Neely was found dead at her home last weekend amid a police review. NBC5
- ➤ On Friday, May 15, flags at public buildings in Vermont were flown at half-staff to honor fallen law enforcement officers on Peace Officers Memorial Day — a national tribute observed since 1962. Burlington Free Press
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Business After Hours: Grand Opening Celebration
5-7 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington — Free entry — Celebrate the grand opening with networking, tours, and delightful hospitality.
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Pete Lee at Vermont Comedy Club
7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets starting at $103 — Pete Lee brings his unforgettable comedy experience to Burlington.
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Pete Lee Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets starting at $103 — Pete Lee brings an unforgettable night of laughter to Burlington's stage.
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Los Sóngoros Concert with Dance Class
7:30-10:45 p.m. — SEABA Center — $15 General / $10 Students — Experience an exciting blend of Cuban and Brazilian rhythms with an optional pre-show dance class.
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Otto and Astrid Live
7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets start at $96 — Experience an unforgettable evening of laughter with Otto and Astrid.
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All the Rivers Festival
4:30-8:30 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night filled with global music featuring performances by All the Rivers, Eddie Palmieri, Mavis Staples, and Preservation Hall Jazz Band.
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The Hip Abduction Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Higher Ground — Tickets from $64 — Experience a can't-miss live performance by The Hip Abduction in South Burlington.
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Melissa Villaseñor Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — $35 — Experience the unique humor of the first Latina SNL cast member in a night of impressions and laughter.
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Good Clean Fun - Family Comedy Show
5-8 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Ticket prices may vary — Experience wholesome humor perfect for the entire family at this engaging comedy event.
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Kaonashi Live Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Experience an evening of eclectic tunes with Kaonashi and COOKED.
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