Champlain College

The Grind
2026-02-18 20:30 - 22:30, 2026-02-25 20:30 - 22:30, 2026-03-04 20:30 - 22:30, 2026-03-18 20:30 - 22:30, 2026-03-25 20:30 - 22:30, 2026-04-01 20:30 - 22:30, 2026-04-08 20:30 - 22:30, 2026-04-15 20:30 - 22:30 (America/New_York) and 2 more dates | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Come check out the Grind Open Mic Coffeehouse! Hosted by Student Engagement, the Grind is a weekly show of talent for all students to participate. Whether you want to perform or spectate, we’d love to see you. Our show begins at 8:30 pm, but if you want to perform, arrive to Fireside Lounge early to sign up! Time slots are limited are on a first come, first serve basis.
Grab some snacks, coffee or tea, and enjoy the talent Champlain has to offer! See you there!

Burton Winter Jam at Champlain College 2026
2026-02-20 18:00 - 20:30 | Finney Quad, Champlain College, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Burton and Anon present Winter Jam 2026 at Champlain College, hosted in partnership with Champlain’s Ski & Ride Club! Come join us, it’s going to be epic! We’ll have food trucks on site, free giveaways, and more.
Students and community members can register to compete in the ski or snowboard categories and win big cash prizes (10K cash purse!). There will be two age brackets: 14-17 and open. It’s free to enter and open to the public. Helmets required.
Prospective students and families: Ride on with us, and join us for Winter Open House the following day! Tour campus, meet current students, and learn about our career-focused academics. Explore our Winter Open House event.
Timeline of events:

4:30-5:45 PM: Registration & Practice
5:45 PM: All Competitors Meeting
6:00-6:45 PM: Ski Competition Begins! Divisions: Ages 14-17 and 18+
6:45 PM: Break/Course Maintenance
7:00-7:45 PM: Snowboard Competition Begins! Ages 14-17 and 18+
8:15 PM: Awards
8:30-10:30 PM: After Party at J Skis

Start the hype even earlier and join us for a Winter Jam Alumni Panel & Pre-Party at J Skis on Thursday, February 19.

See what the hype’s all about:

Winter Open House '26
2026-02-21 08:00 - 15:00 | Admissions at Perry Hall, 251 South Willard St, Burlington, United States
This Is How Vermont Does College Visits

Winter Open House is your opportunity to discover everything our beautiful campus and community have to offer—and this year, it’s bigger than ever. Experience Champlain at its most authentic with a full weekend that kicks off on Friday night with Burton Winter Jam, followed by our comprehensive Open House on Saturday.

Your Weekend Experience
Friday, February 20: Burton Winter Jam
Start your winter wonderland weekend off the right way and join us for Burton Winter Jam, an annual rail jam event hosted right here on campus. Watch riders compete, experience the winter tradition and culture that defines our community, and see what makes Champlain different.

Learn More about the Winter Jam

Saturday, February 21: Winter Open House

This Winter Open House isn’t your typical campus tour. This is Champlain at its peak—a snowy campus, innovative at its core, and a community that actually gets you.
Here’s what you can expect:

Tour our (hopefully) snow-covered campus and iconic Victorian-era residence halls
Learn how we do hands-on learning differently at Champlain, with opportunities to participate in co-ops, local internships, and international internships.
Explore how 30 flexible elective credits built into every major allow you to design a college experience that’s totally, 100% you!
Get a glimpse into the real projects, startups, and creative endeavors our students are actively working on, and discover the support available for you to launch yours
Check out our world-class facilities, like our Leahy Center for Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics, Sound Stage, Cyber Range, and maker labs.
Chat with current students and faculty, and explore majors that best align with your interests
Get answers to your questions about academics, financial aid, campus life, and student resources

Winter transforms Vermont into something you have to see to believe, and Champlain transforms passionate students into hit-the-ground-running professionals. Come see for yourself what makes Champlain College proudly different by design.

Where to Stay
Winter makes Vermont worth visiting. We’ve secured a discounted block of rooms at the Best Western Plus to help make planning your trip easier. Book early—rooms fill up fast!
Best Western Plus Hotel Options Map & Directions
Great news!
This event qualifies you for Champlain’s $4,000 Visit Scholarship—a $1,000 per year scholarship distributed to students who visit campus through an official event or tour.

Hula Open House
2026-03-19 08:30 - 17:30 | Hula Innovation Campus, Hula Lakeside, 50 Lakeside Ave, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
This free-of-charge, all-day event invites you to spend time at Hula and experience the people, energy, and community that define the space.
Bring your laptop and settle in at any point between 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM with fast Wi-Fi and inspiring spaces. Explore the campus with guided tours throughout the day, enjoy coffee and pastries from Brio Coffeeworks, and join us for lunch from our friends at Preppi Eatery.
We’ll make connecting easy with a guided networking session, plus raffles, prizes, and a campus-wide scavenger hunt! In the afternoon, don’t miss our Story Session with Mamava, sharing their journey from category creator to wellness-focused company.
The Open House is for everyone. Bring a friend, stay for a few hours or the whole day, and come see what makes Hula special. We can’t wait to spend the day with you!

Champlain Connect: Burlington 2026
2026-05-05 18:00 - 20:00 | External Venue
Alumni & Fac/Staff Registration Class of 2026 Registration
Join local alumni, soon-to-be graduates, and members of the campus community at Fig for our annual Champlain Connect: Burlington event. Champlain Connect: Burlington is extra special as it is the first alumni networking event to which new graduates are invited!
The evening serves as an official welcome to the Champlain Alumni Community for the Class of 2026, a celebration of your time, and a chance for graduates to network with local alumni.
Register for an evening of community and connection with house-made cocktails, mocktails, and local eats at Fig in Shelburne, VT. Drink tickets and food are included in registration.
Transportation to and from campus will be available for Class of 2026 registrants.
Event Location:Fig, 5573 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT 05482

August Summer Open House '26
2026-08-07 08:00 - 15:00 | Champlain College, 163 South Willard Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
The ultimate way to experience Champlain College

Register for our Summer Open House on Friday, August 7, and find out what makes Champlain different for yourself.

Further details are coming soon, but here’s what we can tell you to expect:

Tour campus and our Victorian-era residence halls
Get inspired by our flexible credits and innovative Upside-Down Curriculum that starts on day one
Meet current students and expert faculty
Find a career-focused major that’s right for you
Check out our Leahy Center for Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity, and our state-of-the-art esports arena
Explore Burlington, Vermont, and make your friends jealous with lakeside sunset pics (or better yet, just bring them with you!)

Great News!
This event qualifies you for Champlain’s $4,000 Visit Scholarship — a $1,000 per year scholarship distributed to students who visit campus through an official event or tour.

Plan Ahead
Hotel Options | More Resources to Plan Your Visit | Maps & Directions
Stay tuned for more information.
