Welcome to Vermont’s Lower East Side.

Brattleboro is a creative community of artists and makers, local food and specialty shops, and a live music destination. Stroll our vibrant downtown full of independent merchants, galleries and cafes along the banks of the Connecticut River. Dubbed “one of the best small towns in America,” and the 2023 Strong Town winner, this creative place with a contagious community spirit, has a special sauce you have to see to believe.

Come experience Brattleboro, Vermont!

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BRATT FIRST FRIDAYS & GALLERY WALK 2025

Brattleboro is the Arts & Culture capitol of Vermont! And no event captures our fiercely creative spirit like Gallery Walk & First Fridays. These events are your invitation to fall in love with Downtown Brattleboro, whether for the first time, or the hundredth. They remind us what’s possible here, when we lean in to what we share, what makes us strong, what brings us joy.

Gallery Walk is our walkable Gallery Stroll with 14 participating spaces, each with their doors wide open with new exhibits for you to enjoy, free of charge. Every month you can enjoy beautifully curated art installations right here in Brattleboro. Often the artists themselves are present along with complementary programming and/or light refreshments.

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America 250

Vermonters played a vital role in the American Revolution, advancing the ideals of a nascent nation into battle. In recognition of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Vermont commemorates those contributions through events, reenactments, and historic programs statewide.

Celebrate 250 in Vermont

The Vermont Events Calendar lists celebrations, reenactments and talks about Revolutionary times throughout the state. Browse the calendar by date, location, event type, and more.

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Brattleboro Festival of Miniatures

Thanks for an incredible inaugural Festival!

And if you missed it, click below to learn about how our community, stores, nonprofits, schools, and visitors from all over the region came together to make it an unforgettable holiday season for Brattleboro. Almost 90 storefronts filled their windows with miniature scenes. There were Mad Hatter Tea Parties, Puppet Shows, steaming model trains, gingerbread barn competitions, and more.

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WHAT IS THE DOWNTOWN BRATTLEBORO ALLIANCE?

The Downtown Brattleboro Alliance is a 5013c not-for-profit organization. Our mission is to nurture and support the vitality of downtown Brattleboro through community and economic development.
The DBA builds relationships between local businesses, and provides guidance and collaborations. We partner with organizations and community members on projects that benefit the community and promote innovation and growth.

We shine a light on all the great things to do in Brattleboro, Vermont!