Burlington · Chittenden County, VT

Nightlife in Burlington

Scout analyzed 63 Burlington places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

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Typical spend

$50

Typical visit

1.6 hr

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Old North End

1 matching spots

South End

1 matching spots

Shelburne

1 matching spots

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Nightlife

The Old Post

This bar and grill is suitable for an evening meal followed by drinks and entertainment. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Old North End

Radio Bean

Radio Bean is good for an evening of live music with drinks or coffee, pairing well with a casual dinner beforehand. Expect to spend $15-40 per person for an hour and a half to two hours.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Nightlife

The Archives

The Archives is a good spot for a relaxed evening out with drinks and arcade games, suitable for a casual date or a solo visit after dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-50 per person on drinks and games.

CocktailsFoodSports

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

South End

Vermont Comedy Club

Attend a show here for a fun evening out, possibly after dinner or drinks nearby. Expect to spend 2 hours and $25-75 per person on tickets and a drink or two.

Live musicSocialPlayful

$25–$75 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Rí Rá Irish Pub

Rí Rá Irish Pub is suitable for an evening meal or drinks, often featuring live music. Plan for 1.5 to 3 hours and expect to spend $20-$50 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Higher Ground

Higher Ground is a live music venue suitable for evenings out, particularly for seeing national and local acts. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and pay for tickets and a few drinks.

CocktailsLive musicSocial

$30–$80 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Zenbarn

Zenbarn is a good casual spot for an evening meal with diverse food options and cocktails, often featuring live music. Plan for 1.5-2 hours and expect to spend $30-$70 per person, potentially more if you stay for the music.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Shelburne

Shelburne Vineyard

Shelburne Vineyard is good for an afternoon or evening outing, offering wine tastings and light bites in a scenic outdoor setting. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-50 per person, potentially paired with a meal elsewhere or other local attractions.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$15–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking