Meetings in Burlington, Vermont
Burlington is tucked between the Green Mountains of Vermont and the Adirondacks of New York and nestled on the shores of Lake Champlain. Not only is the region home to breathtaking scenery and outdoor activities, it’s also easy to get to by road, rail, and air
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This unique combination makes it an ideal location for your next meeting or conference. Host your event in a walkable city with a great collection of lodging options, group dining
experiences, shopping
, and other off-site activities
your attendees will love.
But the real reason people keep coming back to Burlington? It’s not just what happens in the meeting room. Your attendees can walk to a dozen great restaurants for dinner, explore the South End art scene, catch a show at the Flynn Center, or end the day watching the sun set over Lake Champlain. Burlington makes your event genuinely unforgettable, before and after the breakout sessions.
WHY MEET IN BURLINGTON?
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Small town feel with a big city vibe (Walkability-local vibe)
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17+ direct flight destinations
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Airport only 3 miles from downtown
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3,000 + Hotel Rooms
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Meeting Space ranging from 300 to 32,000 sq. ft.
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Hundreds of locally owned and operated restaurants, shops, and boutiques
HOSTING AN EVENT IN BURLINGTON
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
General Information
How do I get to Burlington?
For a small city, Burlington is remarkably accessible with direct flights from 18+ destinations. It is also accessible on Amtrak’s Ethan Allen Express with daily service from New York City. Located 3.5 hours from Boston, the drive north on Interstate 89 will provide breathtaking unobstructed (no billboards) views of the Green Mountains. Coming south from Montrèal, you’ll find yourself in downtown Burlington in less than 2 hours.
What’s the weather like in Burlington?
We are a four-season city with spectacular spring, summer and fall weather. High’s in the summer can reach the mid-80’s. Winter is just as spectacular with falling snow and colder weather. Low’s in the winter can reach the mid teens. Outdoor activities are available and accessible year round.
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Does Burlington offer off-site venues for group dining
Yes, Burlington has a number of off-site venues that can accommodate group dining from 10 to 300 people. The team at Hello Burlington can source your request to our partner venues.
What is Burlington known for?
Other than the obvious..Ben & Jerry’s, the band Phish…Burlington is known for its commitment to locally owned restaurants, shops, bars, galleries and entertainment venues. Burlington was “shop local” before “shop local” became cool.
The city is home to five James Beard nominated restaurants located on or around the Church Street Marketplace.
The city is also known for its walkability and being very bike friendly.
Where is Burlington located?
Vermont’s big city is located in the northwestern part of the state, just east of upstate New York and just south of Quebec.
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Why should I host my conference in Burlington, Vermont?
Burlington offers a rare combination of big-city amenities and small-city energy. With 3,000+ hotel rooms, 17+ non-stop flights, meeting space ranging from 300 to 32,000 sq ft, and a walkable downtown full of great restaurants and venues, Burlington delivers a productive and memorable meeting experience. Our team provides free planning support from first inquiry to final checkout.
What is the largest meeting venue in Burlington, Vermont?
Is Burlington, Vermont easy to get to for a conference?
Yes. Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV) is just 3 miles from downtown and offers 17+ non-stop flights to major U.S. cities. The airport-to-downtown commute is approximately 10 minutes by car or rideshare.
Does Hello Burlington offer free meeting planning help?
Yes! Hello Burlington offers complimentary planning services for meetings and events of all sizes — from 5 to 500 attendees. We can assist with venue sourcing, RFP submission, hotel room blocks, off-site venues, and group dining. Submit your RFP to get started.
