Despite the chilly weather, visitors gathered in Burlington for a unique three-day celebration of Groundhog’s Day, featuring a dynamic mix of snowboarding and live music.The festival, organized by the Burlington Electronic Department, drew large crowds with its combination of rail jams and vibrant live performances, marking the return of a beloved event in the Queen City. The event brought together snowboarding enthusiasts and music fans alike, providing a space where the two communities could collide.According to event organizer Zachary Schuster, the festival was a dream brought to life after a long hiatus.”There hasn’t been a rail jam in Burlington since Queen City kicked back,” Schuster explained. “We wanted to blend the snowboarding and music communities because they’re both strong scenes here in Vermont, and a lot of people have talked about doing something like this again.”Though temperatures were chilly, the cold didn’t deter attendees. Theodore DeCintis, from St. Albans, Vermont, shared his excitement for the event.”I really like skiing. I like park skiing. And when I saw that they were having a rail jam, I thought that was really cool,” he said.Bailey McKenna, a Burlington local, noted that despite the chill, the sunny afternoon made for a perfect atmosphere.”It’s a little bit chilly out, but it’s sunny. Can’t really complain,” McKenna said.Music played a key role in enhancing the energy of the event, with Bailey McKenna highlighting the synergy between live music and sports.”Sports have always been a great venue for live music. I think it’s a great mix,” he said.The festival’s success has sparked hope for future events of this kind in Burlington. Local residents and visitors alike expressed their desire for more events that bring together the excitement of sports and the joy of live performances in the heart of the Queen City.Sunday will mark the last day of the Groundhogs Fest. Visit their website for more information on events.
Despite the chilly weather, visitors gathered in Burlington for a unique three-day celebration of Groundhog’s Day, featuring a dynamic mix of snowboarding and live music.
The festival, organized by the Burlington Electronic Department, drew large crowds with its combination of rail jams and vibrant live performances, marking the return of a beloved event in the Queen City.
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The event brought together snowboarding enthusiasts and music fans alike, providing a space where the two communities could collide.
According to event organizer Zachary Schuster, the festival was a dream brought to life after a long hiatus.
“There hasn’t been a rail jam in Burlington since Queen City kicked back,” Schuster explained. “We wanted to blend the snowboarding and music communities because they’re both strong scenes here in Vermont, and a lot of people have talked about doing something like this again.”
Though temperatures were chilly, the cold didn’t deter attendees.
Theodore DeCintis, from St. Albans, Vermont, shared his excitement for the event.
“I really like skiing. I like park skiing. And when I saw that they were having a rail jam, I thought that was really cool,” he said.
Bailey McKenna, a Burlington local, noted that despite the chill, the sunny afternoon made for a perfect atmosphere.
“It’s a little bit chilly out, but it’s sunny. Can’t really complain,” McKenna said.
Music played a key role in enhancing the energy of the event, with Bailey McKenna highlighting the synergy between live music and sports.
“Sports have always been a great venue for live music. I think it’s a great mix,” he said.
The festival’s success has sparked hope for future events of this kind in Burlington.
Local residents and visitors alike expressed their desire for more events that bring together the excitement of sports and the joy of live performances in the heart of the Queen City.
Sunday will mark the last day of the Groundhogs Fest.
Visit their website for more information on events.
