Spring is just around the corner in the Northeast Kingdom, and St. Johnsbury is gearing up for a lineup of community events, arts, and seasonal highlights that make the heart of Vermont a great place to live, visit, and explore.
🍁 Kingdom Maple Festival – Saturday, April 18, 2026
Mark your calendars! Downtown St. Johnsbury will come alive with sweet celebration during the Kingdom Maple Festival, honoring the region’s deep maple syrup heritage. Expect:
- Pancake breakfasts
- Sweet street fairs
- Maple-inspired menus at local restaurants
- Family-friendly activities and more
This event celebrates a staple of Vermont culture — the taste and craft of maple — and it’s perfect for folks of all ages. Kingdom Maple Festival
🎶 Live Arts & Music with Catamount Arts
The long-running cultural organization Catamount Arts continues to host a vibrant schedule of film screenings, live concerts, and community arts events throughout late winter and early spring. Highlights include:
- Live music performances (from blues to jazz to indie)
- Art installations and open studios
- Opera and theater shows heading into March and April
- Bluegrass Night and classical performances later in the season
Whether you’re a music lover or just want a night out with friends, Catamount Arts keeps the calendar full and engaging. Catamount Arts
🎨 Community Art & Film Experiences
Catamount Arts isn’t all music — there’s also:
- Community-created art installations
- Classic and contemporary film showings
- Family-friendly programming like Moana 2 and more
St. Johnsbury’s arts scene is a hidden gem in the NEK, bringing world-class culture to a small-town setting.
🎻 Music in the Gallery at the Athenaeum
Grab lunch and enjoy local tunes! The Athenaeum Music in the Art Gallery series continues through the spring with free concerts showcasing singer-songwriters and local talent every third Friday at 1 p.m. — a great way to experience art and music in one historic space. St Johnsbury Athenaeum
📚 Community-centric Activities through Spring
Even standard weekly events around town have new life in 2026 — from story times and book clubs to socials and meetups at the Athenaeum and local libraries — giving residents ways to connect, learn, and gather.
Why This Matters to Our Community
St. Johnsbury isn’t just a place — it’s a calendar of experiences. From festivals that celebrate local industries, to arts and music that bring us together, to smaller community gatherings that build bonds, spring in the NEK offers fresh reasons to enjoy what makes this place special.
Whether you’re planning a weekend out with family, looking for date-night ideas, or just exploring the area more deeply, now’s a great time to be in the heart of Vermont’s arts and culture.
Stay tuned for more seasonal guides — we’ll keep you posted on summer events, calendar highlights, and opportunities to get involved in the community.
