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Burlington
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 26th annual Spring Move Out Project took place on May 21 along Buell Street, where local volunteers and students moved and donated furniture for those leaving at the end of the semester. Organized by the city and local colleges, the event brought the community together. Burlington Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Legislative leaders and Gov. Scott are nearing a deal to reform school district mergers, with an amendment set to appear on the Senate calendar this evening. A Senate vote is expected Tuesday followed by House action as the session wraps up. Seven Days
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ NBC5 meteorologists predict that Sunday’s 36th Vermont City Marathon will be the wettest on record with steady rain expected between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m. Only five of the past 35 marathons have recorded measurable rainfall — a notable trend since 1989. NBC5
- ➤ A Richmond parade celebrated 2026 Winter Olympians Ryan Cochran-Siegel, Julia Kern, Paula Moltzan + Ben Ogden on May 22; the procession featured local families and children on roller skis along Bridge Street and united the community in honor of its own sports heroes. Vermont Public
- ➤ Friday, the Vermont Green Men's team sold out its opener with 2,500 fans cheering as they defended their USL2 title, and the women's team kicks off today at Virtue Field—local season ticket holders praise the small, proud soccer atmosphere. NBC5
- ➤ Joe Pasteris created custom wood (with etched race routes) and steel awards that capture the race course and Lake Champlain for top finishers at the Vermont City Marathon & Relay; the pieces are made at Generator Makerspace in Burlington and will be awarded during the race today. NBC5
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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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Volunteer Classroom Helper at Vermont Quilt Show
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Volunteer position — Assist in the classroom and receive materials for your own projects.
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Sam Salem Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets start at $100 — Experience an unforgettable evening with comedian Sam Salem in Burlington.
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