Champlain Weekend

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Champlain Weekend is a three day celebration full of events, activities, and learning opportunities for families, alumni, and students. Dates for 2026 TBD.

Champlain Weekend has something for everyone!

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Families

Now that your student is settled in, join us for a variety of exciting events, informative panels, and fun entertainment. Meet fellow Champlain families and experience the community your student now calls home.
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Alumni

Reconnect with your class, Champlain College, and the Burlington community. Reunite with friends and faculty, reminisce with classmates, and celebrate your time at Champlain.
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In-Person & Online Students

Experience fun events with your friends and family, meet classmates beyond your laptops, and explore campus (some for the first time)!

Plan Your Visit

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Visit Champlain College

Get to know Champlain through a variety of events. Meet other families and students, as well as engage with the faculty and administrators. Champlain Weekend is a great time to explore and connect with the  Champlain community.
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Explore Burlington

Fall is a beautiful time to experience Vermont. There is so much to do and see, and there are many delicious restaurants in the area. You’ll find plenty  of things to do and events in and around the Burlington community.

Food & Lodging

Food

    • Feldman’s Bagels
      1.3 miles from Champlain College – $
      Located across from Champlain College’s Lakeside Campus, Feldan’s offers a variety of freshly made bagels and sandwiches. 
    • The Friendly Toast
      0.7 miles from Champlain College – $$
      The Friendly Toast serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner all day! With traditional and unique breakfast options, there is something for everyone.
    • The Skinny Pancake
      1.0 miles from Champlain College – $$
      Located just a short walk from the waterfront. This local creperie offers both sweet and savory crepes made with local Vermont ingredients.
    • Great Harvest Bakery + Cafe
      0.9 miles from Champlain College – $
      Located in the art’s district, this bakery and cafe offers fresh baked goods and breads along with salads and sandwiches. Make sure to check out their seasonal goods! 
    • August First
      0.8 miles from Champlain College – $
      Located in downtown Burlington in a renovated garage, this bakery and cafe offers sandwiches and pastries. Don’t forget to try their griddled maple biscuits!
    • Istanbul Kebab House
      0.6 miles from Champlain College – $$
      Istanbul Kebab House’s menu features authentic Turkish cuisine in the heart of downtown Burlington.
    • American Flatbread
      0.7 miles from Champlain College – $$
      Located across the street from City Hall Park, American Flatbread offers wood fired flatbread pizzas. Don’t forget to try their fresh squeezed maple lemonade made with Vermont maple syrup!
    • El Cortijo Taqueria
      0.7 miles from Champlain College – $$
      El Cortijo offers Mexican staples and margaritas served in a classic 1950s style diner.
    • Henry’s Diner
      0.8 miles from Champlain College – $
      Located just off Church Street, this diner has breakfast all day along with classic Greek specialties.
    • The Farmhouse Tap & Grill
      0.7 miles from Champlain College – $$$
      Just off Church St, this farm to table gastropub offers a varied menu with local burgers. Also offers a selection of local Vermont beers.
    • Leunig’s Bistro
      0.6 miles from Champlain College – $$$
      At this local French bistro and bar, they offer a variety of French and European cuisine. It also provides a chance for people watching with their large glass windows looking out to Church St.
    • The Gryphon
      0.6 miles from Champlain College – $$$
      Just a block away from 194 St. Paul, this restaurant offers classic American foods and seafood. As well as a variety of cocktails, beer, and wine.
    • E B Strong’s Prime Steakhouse
      0.9 miles from Champlain College – $$$
      Located near the top of Church Street, E B Strong is Vermont’s first USDA Prime Steak House. Their menu offers seafood, steak and inventive cocktails!
    • Honey Road
      0.6 miles from Champlain College – $$
      Honey Road’s menu features Vermont produce combined with Turkish and Greek flavors. Make sure to check out their dessert menu too!
    • Shanty on the Shore
      0.8 miles from Champlain College – $$
      Shanty on the Shore is an old fashioned seafood restaurant with a raw bar and great views of Lake Champlain.
    • Trattoria Delia
      0.6 miles from Champlain College – $$$
      Trattoria Delia is located in what used to be a working sugar house and serves authentic Italian cuisine with locally sourced ingredients. Make sure to take a look at their wine list!
    • Pizzeria Verita
      0.6 miles from Champlain College – $$
      Located on St. Paul Street, this pizzeria offers wood-fired Neapolitan pizza and other Italian classics. As well as a sizable cocktail, beer and wine list.
    • Hen of the Wood
      1.0 miles from Champlain College – $$$
      Hen of the Wood offers a constantly changing menu based on the availability of local produce allowing it to showcase the area’s most vibrant foods

Lodging