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Vermont Tourism June Events Calendar: Peonies and Portraits, Heifers and Jazz
If you’re looking for ways to entertain summer visitors, check out the long list of things to do on VermontVacation.com. Here are just a few great ideas for the month of June:
May 20-June 14, Manchester
During the last two weeks of May and first two weeks of June see 1000’s of peony blooms at Hildene, the Lincoln Family Home. Many of the peonies were planted by Robert and Mary Lincoln’s daughter, Jesse.
Many Thousand Gone: Portraits of the African American Experience
May 22-August 9, Middlebury
Approximately 100 photographs of African Americans from the collection of George R. Rinhart, ranging from 1840s daguerreotypes to photos of the 1960s Civil Rights era.
June 4-7, Enosburg Falls
A Vermont tradition, celebrating all things dairy. Parade, pageant, fireworks, activities and more.
32nd Annual Discover Jazz Festival
June 5, Burlington
A 10-day festival that brings together live music lovers of all ages. Events and performances happen throughout downtown Burlington.
Looking Out: Self-Taught Art of Larry Bissonette
June 5-August 29, Burlington
Vermont self-taught artist Larry Bissonette creates bold, energetic works that are highly personal invite engagement. He’s also a world-traveled spokesman for autism.
Strolling of the Heifers Weekend
June 5-7, Brattleboro
A weekend of fun and education for the whole family, built around the “world-famous” Strolling of the Heifers parade down Main Street. Food, music, dance and demonstrations.
Killington Downhill Throwdown
June 6-8, Killington
Skateboard and street luge on East Mountain Road. Riders from around the world gather to ride two miles down the fastest course east of the Mississippi.
Artist of the Capitol: Constantino Brumidi
June 7, Strafford
A visual feast of paintings by the artist deemed “America’s Michelangelo” by Vermont Senator Justin Morrill.
June 7-28, Woodstock
Billings Farm & Museum celebrates Dairy Month with hand making and sampling delicious ice cream. It doesn’t get any fresher than this.
Trail Race at Smugglers’ Notch
June 13, Jeffersonville
The first trail race in a three-race series. Join a 4K, 8K, or Kids’ Fun Run around the resort’s cross country trail network. Open to runners of all abilities.
June 13, Brandon
High energy, stirring music rooted in the Celtic tradition but garnered from the whole world.
Burlington Wine & Food Festival
June 16-20, Burlington
Prized local foods pair up with world-class wines for a delectable experience.
Vergennes’ Little City Yard Sale
June 20, Vergennes
The smallest city in Vermont puts on a large, city-wide yard sale. Bargains galore.
June 21, Burlington
Relax on a train ride from Burlington to Middlebury and spend time visiting shops, museums and restaurants.
June 25, Waterbury
The Vermont Center for Independent Living invite you to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Walk or roll the universal access trail and fish from the wheelchair accessible lake platforms at Waterbury Center State Park.
June 25-July 5, Dorset
Pulitizer prize-winner Lynn Nottage weaves an intricate tapestry of joy, sorrow, tragedy and triumph in this play about a lonely African American seamstress in early 20th century Manhattan.
June 27, Middlebury
Booze, blues, and BBQ. An annual outdoor event celebrating some of Vermont’s finest beer, wine, cider, spirits, cheese and phenomenal food.
Green Mountain Watercolor Exhibition
June 27-July 25, Waitsfield
This juried show features outstanding artists from around the country and the many styles and techniques of the medium.
June 28, Montpelier
Possibly the best dirt road ride in New England. A fully-supported country road ride with food stops, occasional hills, spectacular views, and an all-you-can-eat lunch. 13, 33, or 60 mile loops.
Circus Smirkus Big Top Tour
June 28-August 15, Various cities, villages and towns
Award-winning, international traveling youth circus. Kids, ages 10-18, are the stars.
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