Good morning, Burlington.

The 16th Annual Champlain Valley Buddy Walk will take place on Oct.

18 at Veteran’s Memorial Park in South Burlington with on-site registration at noon and the walk beginning at 1 p.m. Expected to attract more than 150 participants, the event raises funds and awareness for Down syndrome programs.

NBC5’s Andrew Grautski covered Saturday events: Westport held the Adirondack Harvest Festival at noon; South Burlington hosted a Green Community Festival at Veterans Memorial Park from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Brookfield’s Pond Village Church organized a yard sale and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sam Mazza's annual giant pumpkin weigh-in took place on Saturday morning in Colchester where growers used heavy equipment to load huge pumpkins for weighing — visitors enjoyed a craft fair while competitors began planning for next year's event.

The 2026 harvest moon will be fully visible on Saturday, Sept.

26 at 12:49 p.m. ET, with the best viewing expected as the moon rises on Sept. 25, 26, and 27. Locals can enjoy the autumn glow and check local moonrise times for a clear eastern view.

Grand Point North continues live music on Burlington Waterfront this weekend as the festival, hosted by Grace Potter, features national, regional + local acts with proceeds benefiting her foundation that supports music, art education and creative opportunities.

Dark Star Orchestra is set to perform tomorrow.

Grammy Award-winning Oteil Burbridge—joining Vermont-based trio LaMP—will perform at Higher Ground on Wednesday, Oct.

7 during the four-stop Wish Benefit Tour 2026 supporting Make-A-Wish. The tour will also visit Saratoga Springs, Brooklyn and Somerville from Oct. 6 to Oct. 9.

Alex Jovell led the Redhawks to a 20-6 win by catching passes, recording interceptions and kicking field goals.

His versatile play boosted the team’s performance on the football field.