All Downtown Events

Start your holiday shopping off with a visit to a riverfront vendor blender, where you'll find a great variety of area-made handcrafted items, including holiday crafts, personal items like natural soaps and bath bombs, holiday-themed décor, textiles, clothing, unique gift items and much more. For more information, visit facebook.com/ChristmasOnTheRiverIA.

Original music and refreshing covers by Aaron and Jade Lotzow, who have wowed area audiences with their powerful vocals and fresh approach to music, from current to classic, country to pop, rock and folk. Tickets are $12.50 at the door; $20 VIP. For more information, visit burlingtoncapitoltheater.com.

Marketing is the key to helping a business survive and thrive. With consumer habits and trends changing constantly, it’s more important than ever for businesses to stay current with their marketing strategies. Keep your business up to speed with the Chamber of Commerce - Marketing Know-How Series. The quarterly seminar... Read More

Burlington Lunchtime Chamber Music Series' November concert features works for flute and piano by Georg Telemann, Eugene Bozza, Ian Clarke, Louis Anthony deLise and Louis Ganne performed by Karen Weirather (flute) and Leigh Pirtle (piano). The concert is free and open to the public. For more information, follow Burlington Lunchtime... Read More

To make holiday shopping a little easier and a little more fun, your favorite downtown shops are extending their hours "late until 8" every Thursday through the holiday season. On this night, you'll find pop-up vendors offering a little something extra. Head to downtown Burlington for a magical holiday shopping... Read More

Tickling the ivories on the west end of Jefferson Street - come see the piano man at Wake N Bake! For more information, visit wakenbakebreakfast.com.

Local author and mother Jaclyn Goodpaster will read from her book Fissie for Short, and she and her family will discuss their experience. The free program includes an inclusion activity and a Q&A session with Jaclyn, Felicity and Gideon. This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone who loves, works with,... Read More

Acoustic country & rock on the west end of Jefferson Street. For more information, visit wakenbakebreakfast.com.

Fresh Fighters, Iowa's premier Foo Fighters tribute band, returns to The Washington with an arena-sized rock show. The show opens with SUPERKNOT, a tribute to Black-Sabbath-era Ozzy Osbourne. Tickets at Weird Harold's Music in downtown Burlington, or online at tikly.co.

Take a break from turkey-thawing, pie-making and all the holiday prep and just relax at The Som with Iowa Rock n Roll Hall of Famer Nick Knedler and Bluzillion. Funky blues and mighty guitar licks on the west end of Jefferson Street! For more information, visit thesom863.com.

Two local favorites headline The Washington for a Thanksgiving Eve bash. Advance tickets are $10 and available at Weird Harold's; $12 at the door. For more information, visit thewashingtonmusic.com.

To make holiday shopping a little easier and a little more fun, your favorite downtown shops are extending their hours "late until 8" every Thursday through the holiday season. On this night, you'll find pop-up vendors offering a little something extra. Head to downtown Burlington for a magical holiday shopping... Read More

Tired of the cranky crowds of after-Thanksgiving shoppers? Looking for some great and inexpensive gifts? Friends of the Burlington Public Library has the solution! Visit the Friends After-Thanksgiving Book Sale from 9 AM to 5 PM on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29 & 30, for a great selection of books,... Read More

Local rockers doing the Beatles with a harder edge. " ... what The Beatles would sound [like] if they were playing today." $7 general admission in advance; $25 reserved tables. Advance tickets available at Weird Harold's in downtown Burlington and online at tikly.co. Any unsold tickets will be available on... Read More

Tired of the cranky crowds of after-Thanksgiving shoppers? Looking for some great and inexpensive gifts? Friends of the Burlington Public Library has the solution! Visit the Friends After-Thanksgiving Book Sale from 9 AM to 5 PM on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29 & 30, for a great selection of books,... Read More

Celebrate Small Business Saturday at the Heritage Center Museum! Browse unique, local items in the gift shop and enjoy three floors of fascinating exhibits - the little ones will love the kids' play area! - plus enjoy special admission pricing for the day and a special presentation. For more information,... Read More

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with this fun and unique event for kids of all ages. The talented Ralph and Carol Moisa will play powwow songs, tell stories, and more! Join the fun at the Heritage Center Museum! Please remember to respect our Native culture, and our ambassadors. This event... Read More

Find a comfortable spot along Jefferson Street and relax while watching one of Burlington's best shows. The parade begins at 8th & Jefferson Streets and proceeds east down to Main Street. It's a very special evening in Downtown that will truly get you into the holiday spirit - especially when... Read More

Head to the Burlington riverfront after the lighted holiday parade and be part of an inaugural Christmas tradition - the lighting of the riverfront Christmas tree! The 25-foot tree will be directly in front of the auditorium, where it can be seen from Jefferson Street and the great River Bridge.... Read More

Tired of the cranky crowds of after-Thanksgiving shoppers? Looking for some great and inexpensive gifts? Friends of the Burlington Public Library has the solution! Visit the Friends After-Thanksgiving Book Sale from 9 AM to 5 PM on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29 & 30, for a great selection of books,... Read More

No time to bake Christmas cookies? No problem! First United Church of Christ at the top of Snake Alley will host a Cookie Walk on Dec. 5; purchase a bucket for $10 and fill it with homemade cookies of all shapes, sizes and varieties! Cookies by the dozen from some... Read More

Your favorite downtown shops are open "late until 8" on Thursdays through the holiday season, and pop-up shops will offer fun and unique extras. Tonight, head to the Beancounter Coffee House and Drinkery to pick up your Ms. Claus hat, then decorate it with special holiday bling at participating businesses!... Read More

Get your holiday dance groove on at Wake N Bake. For more information, visit wakenbakebreakfast.com.

Experience that nostalgic, warm-fuzzy feeling with family in Downtown Burlington this Christmas. Spend a few hours making small crafts, painting pottery, creating a family photo and listening to Christmas stories! Visit artcenterofburlington.com for more information.

A holiday tradition continues at Memorial Auditorium with the 49th annual Christmas Craft Show, featuring two days and two levels of homemade craft items: crochet, ceramics, needlework, embroidery; jewelry, dolls and toys, country wood crafts, textiles, holiday treats and goodies and much more. Admission is free! Saturday from 9 AM... Read More

Experience a Victorian Christmas in this lovely, lovingly restored historic Heritage Hill home, complete with horse-drawn carriage rides and a few modern perks - like cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. Your hosts will have many surprises in store on this magical evening! Tickets available at Holly Grove Inn and Eclectic Design... Read More

Celebrate the season with joyful voices! Bel Canto Chorale, Shoquoquon Children's Choir and the Southeast Iowa Brass Quintet join their talents to celebrate the meaning of Christmastide through messages and beautiful seasonal music. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit burlbelcanto.com.

A holiday tradition continues at Memorial Auditorium with the 49th annual Christmas Craft Show, featuring two days and two levels of homemade craft items: crochet, ceramics, needlework, embroidery; jewelry, dolls and toys, country wood crafts, textiles, holiday treats and goodies and much more. Admission is free! Saturday from 9 AM... Read More

Celebrate the season with joyful voices! Bel Canto Chorale, Shoquoquon Children's Choir and the Southeast Iowa Brass Quintet join their talents to celebrate the meaning of Christmastide through messages and beautiful seasonal music. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit burlbelcanto.com.

Homemade ham balls or turkey tetrazzini, plus two sides, dessert and a beverage, all for just $7. Call ahead to carry out, or dine-in the social hall and enjoy fellowship in this beautiful historic church at the top of Snake Alley. Call 319-754-4807 for to go orders. For more information,... Read More

To make holiday shopping a little easier and a little more fun, your favorite downtown shops are extending their hours "late until 8" every Thursday through the holiday season. On this night, you'll find pop-up vendors offering a little something extra. Head to downtown Burlington for a magical holiday shopping... Read More

The piano man returns to Wake N Bake. Warm up with good food, drink specials and all the sounds of the season, live and by request! For more information, visit wakenbakebreakfast.com.

Downtown storefronts come alive for the 21st annual Living Windows celebration! This favorite downtown event includes holiday lights, carolers, story readings, crafts, demonstrations, gingerbread houses, free horse-drawn carriage rides, marshmallow roasting and much more - and of course, Santa Claus will be on hand at his cottage in Nancy Neafie... Read More

Wrap up a fun evening in downtown Burlington with a free movie at the historic Capitol Theater! After browsing the shops on Jefferson Street during the Living Windows event, warm up with this free showing of The Grinch, sponsored by Casebine Community Credit Union. Full concessions, including wine and beer,... Read More

Experience that nostalgic, warm-fuzzy feeling with family in Downtown Burlington this Christmas. Spend a few hours making small crafts, painting pottery, creating a family photo and listening to Christmas stories! Visit artcenterofburlington.com for more information.

Celebrate the season with classic country Christmas tunes from Burlington's own David Kroll. Two shows this weekend: Saturday at 7:30 PM and Sunday at 3 PM. Tickets are $15 reserved seating and $20 VIP seating and are on sale now at the Capitol Theater and at seiatickets.com. VIP tickets include... Read More

Celebrate the season with classic country Christmas tunes from Burlington's own David Kroll. Two shows this weekend: Saturday at 7:30 PM and Sunday at 3 PM. Tickets are $15 reserved seating and $20 VIP seating and are on sale now at the Capitol Theater and at seiatickets.com. VIP tickets include... Read More

To make holiday shopping a little easier and a little more fun, your favorite downtown shops are extending their hours "late until 8" every Thursday through the holiday season. On this night, you'll find pop-up vendors offering a little something extra. Head to downtown Burlington for a magical holiday shopping... Read More

Relax in the Gallery Lounge at the Art Center, surrounded by beautiful, local art while you enjoy beer, wine & charcuterie along with live music from Aaron Warner. Sign up in advance to drop the kids off for Friday Night Art Hop - art project, snack & a story for... Read More

Local guitar hero Nick Knedler and Bluzillion rocking the west end of Jefferson Street. For more information, visit wakenbakebreakfast.com.

Celebrate the season with Andy Avery at Wake N Bake! For more information, visit wakenbakebreakfast.com.

Based in Chicago and featuring musicians from Bosnia, Spain, the UK - including two Grammy award nominees - and the US, Fandango! has been hailed as " ... the most exciting new group on Chicago's musical scene." For more information, visit burlcivicmusic.com

Five artists will bring their creativity, brushes and competitive spirit to battle for a $250 cash prize in this live painting competition. Artists will paint an original artwork in front of a live audience in just three hours. The subject and theme will not be known to the artists until... Read More

Every third Wednesday from September through June, add some cultural enrichment to your lunch hour with the Burlington Lunchtime Chamber Music Series. The concerts are free and open to the public. This week's concert features music for one piano, two hands - with Joel Brown and Heidi Riepe. For more... Read More

Put your team together and head to downtown Burlington to take on the Arctic Challenge and raise some cash for your favorite charity. Dress warmly - these challenges take place outdoors! Afterward, you can warm up with food and drink specials plus live music. For more information, follow Burlington Bent... Read More

The Bolshoi-trained dancers of the Russian National Ballet return to grace the stage at Memorial Auditorium in Petipa's magical ballet, The Sleeping Beauty. For more information, visit burlcivicmusic.com.

Every third Wednesday from September through June, add some cultural enrichment to your lunch hour with the Burlington Lunchtime Chamber Music Series. The concerts are free and open to the public. This week's concert features The Soldier's Tale by Stravinsky with Jason Edwards (clarinet), Jeffrey Phillips (violin) and Leigh Pirtle... Read More

Every third Wednesday from September through June, add some cultural enrichment to your lunch hour with the Burlington Lunchtime Chamber Music Series. The concerts are free and open to the public. This week's concert features music for brass quintet with the Western Illinois University Brass Quintet. For more information, follow... Read More

A high-energy musical celebration of contemporary a cappella, conceived and arranged by Deke Sharon, vocal producer of Pitch Perfect and The Sing-Off and featuring four internationally recognized, award-winning ensembles. For more information, visit burlcivicmusic.com.

For more than 50 years, Bel Canto Chorale has harnessed the area's finest voices to produce these memorable vocal music concerts. Celebrate spring with Bel Canto's inaugural concert for 2020! Advance tickets are available at Hy-Vee stores and Weird Harold's, and at the door on the day of the performance.... Read More

Every third Wednesday from September through June, add some cultural enrichment to your lunch hour with the Burlington Lunchtime Chamber Music Series. The concerts are free and open to the public. This week's concert is the BLCMS annual Young Artist Showcase. For more information, follow Burlington Lunchtime Chamber Music Series... Read More

From Celtic reels and Gypsy jazz to flamenco and Cuban rhythms, this award-winning Canadian ensemble takes audiences on a tour of cultures, styles and genres unlike any other musical performance. For more information, visit burlcivicmusic.com

Treat mom to fun, laughter, paint and tea! Moms and daughters will have a blast getting creative together - and taking home their masterpieces! This Mothers Day, create a family heirloom from the heart. For more information, visit artcenterofburlington.com.

Back by popular demand, the Emmy Award-winning Texas Tenors will close the 90th season of Burlington Civic Music. Don't miss these fan favorites, Billboard #1 recording artists and America's Got Talent: The Champions competitors! For more information, visit burlcivicmusic.com.

Every third Wednesday from September through June, add some cultural enrichment to your lunch hour with the Burlington Lunchtime Chamber Music Series. The concerts are free and open to the public. This week's concert features music from Donna Debose & Friends. For more information, follow Burlington Lunchtime Chamber Music Series... Read More

Every third Wednesday from September through June, add some cultural enrichment to your lunch hour with the Burlington Lunchtime Chamber Music Series. The concerts are free and open to the public. This week's concert features the Burlington Area Saxophone Quartet: Ted Francis, Wendy Zick, Janel Harms and Adam Creager. For... Read More

A celebration of creativity and community, this day-long fine arts fair has been the largest event of its kind in the region since 1967. The fair centers on historic Snake Alley and the lovely, leafy Heritage Hill neighborhood. With more than 80 artists in media including painting, photography, print-making, metals,... Read More

Join the excitement and cheer on your home team, the Burlington Bees, Midwest League affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels. Visit gobees.com for more information.

Every third Wednesday from September through June, add some cultural enrichment to your lunch hour with the Burlington Lunchtime Chamber Music Series. The concerts are free and open to the public. This week's concert opens the fifth season of BLCMS. For more information, follow Burlington Lunchtime Chamber Music Series on... Read More

For more than 50 years, Bel Canto Chorale has harnessed the area's finest voices to produce these memorable vocal music concerts. Celebrate fall with music and fellowship! Advance tickets are available at Hy-Vee stores and Weird Harold's, and at the door on the day of the performance. For more information,... Read More

Experience that nostalgic, warm-fuzzy feeling with family and friends in downtown Burlington this holiday season. Spend a few hours at several downtown shops making small crafts, painting pottery, creating a family photo, listening to Christmas stories and more! 9 AM - 12 PM or 1 PM- 4 PM. Registration is... Read More

Experience that nostalgic, warm-fuzzy feeling with family and friends in downtown Burlington this holiday season. Spend a few hours at several downtown shops making small crafts, painting pottery, creating a family photo, listening to Christmas stories and more! 9 AM - 12 PM or 1 PM- 4 PM. Registration is... Read More

Celebrate the season with joyful voices! Bel Canto Chorale, Shoquoquon Children's Choir and the Southeast Iowa Brass Quintet join their talents to celebrate the meaning of Christmastide through messages and beautiful seasonal music. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit burlbelcanto.com.

Celebrate the season with joyful voices! Bel Canto Chorale, Shoquoquon Children's Choir and the Southeast Iowa Brass Quintet join their talents to celebrate the meaning of Christmastide through messages and beautiful seasonal music. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit burlbelcanto.com.

Experience that nostalgic, warm-fuzzy feeling with family and friends in downtown Burlington this holiday season. Spend a few hours at several downtown shops making small crafts, painting pottery, creating a family photo, listening to Christmas stories and more! 9 AM - 12 PM or 1 PM- 4 PM. Registration is... Read More

Experience that nostalgic, warm-fuzzy feeling with family and friends in downtown Burlington this holiday season. Spend a few hours at several downtown shops making small crafts, painting pottery, creating a family photo, listening to Christmas stories and more! 9 AM - 12 PM or 1 PM- 4 PM. Registration is... Read More