Burlington is known for its festivals and events! Join us for immersive events all year round.
The Costume Gallery depicts a golden time in Burlington’s history, when people travelled miles to see their favourite musical entertainer at The Brant Inn. It is said that when the Benny Goodman band performed, the OPP had to be called in to handle the traffic jams on the highways! The Brant Inn was Canada’s Hollywood.... Read more
The Art Gallery of Burlington presents Living Library. This is an all-ages, flexible space designed to foster connectivity and meet the changing needs of Burlingtonians. The space is activated by regular contributors, such as artists, cultural workers, community organizers, and audiences.
Explore some of Canada’s unique estuaries, rivers, lakes, oceans, and wetlands in this interactive exhibition from the Canadian Museum of Nature. Discover the amazing diversity of life and the environmental challenges facing these ecosystems today. From the Great Lakes to our seashores, we are a nation connected by water, find out how you can help... Read more
The Weight of Clay presents a broad selection of work in the collection, ranging from functional ware to sculptural installations that illustrate the intersection of technical proficiency and artistic expression, by artists from across the country. The exhibition is not an encyclopedic survey but a more intimate and personal approach to the collection’s history, told via... Read more
Royal Canadian International Circus 2023 is about giving children and adults alike a glimpse into a traditional world where “10th generation circus families are performing for your families”, and where everyone can enjoy a truly affordable show together regardless of age. Because of the uncompromising quest for excellence, you’ll be amazed by this year’s all-new... Read more
About Living with Shakespeare By Jeremy Smith and Steven Gallagher Directed by Steven Gallagher Music Direction by Tom Lillington Stage Management by Sandi Becker Performed by Jeremy Smith with musical accompaniment by Tom Lillington “Shakespeare has taken over my life. He’s the Oscar to my Felix, the Ernie to my Bert, the R2 to my... Read more
About Living with Shakespeare By Jeremy Smith and Steven Gallagher Directed by Steven Gallagher Music Direction by Tom Lillington Stage Management by Sandi Becker Performed by Jeremy Smith with musical accompaniment by Tom Lillington “Shakespeare has taken over my life. He’s the Oscar to my Felix, the Ernie to my Bert, the R2 to my... Read more
Bring your own blanket or lawn chair and enjoy an entertaining evening showcasing a variety of music for all ages on Wednesdays and Sundays. The concert series begins on Sunday, June 18 and runs each Wednesday and Sunday evening from 7:30 to 9 p.m. until Sunday, Aug, 27, 2023. Visit website for full concert schedule.
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven't tasted produce until you've had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
Canada’s Largest Ribfest is proudly organized by Rotary Burlington Lakeshore. This is our largest and most successful community event and has been around since we planned Ontario’s first Ribfest in 1996. Since that day, all proceeds collected have gone to charity.
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven’t tasted produce until you’ve had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven’t tasted produce until you’ve had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven't tasted produce until you've had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven’t tasted produce until you’ve had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven’t tasted produce until you’ve had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
Let's celebrate the end of our Summer Reading Club adventure with a big party for everyone! Drop-in dancing, music, games, crafts, and much more! Plus, we'll award our grand prize winners during a special ceremony! Everyone is welcome to join, whether or not you took part in Summer Reading Club this year.
Learn the art of rug hooking from Burlington Rug Hooking Guild member, Alice Bespolko. A handicraft that originated during the Victorian era on Canada’s eastern shores, rug hooking is now a popular art and pastime. Participants will experience the basics of rug hooking as they make a Hit-and-Miss mug rug, using leftover fabric and wool... Read more
Bring your love of reading and discover new books! Mon Sep 11 | 1:30-2:30pm | NEW APPLEBY Wed Sep 13 | 11am-12pm | CENTRAL Thu Sep 14 | 7-8pm | TANSLEY WOODS Mon Sep 18 | 7-8pm | VIRTUAL Mon Sep 25 | 7-8pm | ALTON Wed Sep 27 | 7-8pm | ALDERSHOT
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven't tasted produce until you've had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven’t tasted produce until you’ve had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
This is our 25th Anniversary of auctions to raise funds for Joseph Brant Hospital! The LIVE AUCTION offers valuable and interesting antiques and sought after collectibles, including china, crystal, jewelry, linens, figurines, art, furniture, etc. Preview: Friday, Sept. 15: 4-7pm; Saturday, Sept. 16: 9-10am. Live Auction: starts 10am on Saturday. HST and 10% buyers premium added to top bid. The MARKETPLACE SALE is an exciting way... Read more
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven’t tasted produce until you’ve had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
This is our 25th Anniversary of auctions to raise funds for Joseph Brant Hospital! The LIVE AUCTION offers valuable and interesting antiques and sought after collectibles, including china, crystal, jewelry, linens, figurines, art, furniture, etc. Preview: Friday, Sept. 15: 4-7pm; Saturday, Sept. 16: 9-10am. Live Auction: starts 10am on Saturday. HST and 10% buyers premium added to top bid. The MARKETPLACE SALE is an exciting way... Read more
Residents can come to enjoy a free meal in exchange for sharing their thoughts on City projects. City staff, Mayor Marianne Meed Ward and members of council will be there to listen to resident feedback. The free drop-in event features more than 26 booths and four food trucks. There is a special area called the... Read more
On April 12, 1980, Terry started his Marathon of Hope. When he stopped running, you started writing. This September 17, we continue the annual Terry Fox Run surrounded by messages of love, hope and inspiration from Canadians everywhere.
British Car Day® is hosted annually by the Toronto Triumph Club, on the third Sunday of September. Since its inaugural event in 1984 it has grown in leaps and bounds and now draws more than 1,000 British cars and over 9,000 spectators, with room to grow even bigger. British Car Day® is open to vintage,... Read more
The Inspiration Initiative 2023, supported by The Burlington Arts and Culture Fund, welcomes the community to see and hear a variety of art forms and take inspiration from their unique perspective to create their own works of art. Centred around the BFAA art exhibition One LAKE Three ARTISTS, Sep 15-24, the Grand Opening on Sep... Read more
The Regatta is expected to attract some of the best F18 racers in NA and will run from Sept 16 - Sept 22. Racing will commence on Sept 18 (Practice Race) with formal racing running from starting Sept 19, 2023 to Sept 22. Should be a great week of racing. There is a private event... Read more
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven't tasted produce until you've had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
Matt Dusk sings Sinatra in support of the "Stand up, Speak out" fundraising campaign that is in support of CMHA Halton. On September 21, Ted Michaels, the award-winning host of a mental health and wellness radio show, will shine a light on mental health stigma by hosting his second annual fund-raiser, to support programs and... Read more
The City of Burlington public art program is launching a temporary art project, as part of Culture Days. Running from Sept. 22 to Oct. 15, Culture Days offers three weeks of arts and culture experiences indoors, outdoors and online. The public art program is commissioning artists and writers to create temporary public art signs that... Read more
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven’t tasted produce until you’ve had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
The City of Burlington, in collaboration with Indigenous residents and local communities, has installed Bimose Agaming | Walking along the Lake, an art walk featuring the work of First Nations, Métis and Inuit artists. Bimose Agaming is Anishinaabemowin, the traditional language of the treaty holders, the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Throughout Spencer Smith... Read more
From the producers of smash hit show That’ll Be The Day, this phenomenal production tells the story of the most successful musical duo of all time – The Everly Brothers. Featuring hits such as Bye Bye Love, All I Have To Do Is Dream and Cathy’s Clown, this unique concert-based musical entwines the wonderful, sad... Read more
Open to local residents, students, groups, business employees, while space remains, this popular tree-ific event is fun, rewarding, and educational too! BONUS: there will be a FREE tree giveaway for some lucky participants to take to their Burlington homes to plant! Hosted by BurlingtonGreen and the City of Burlington Forestry Department, this year’s TLC (Tree Loving Care) event will bring... Read more
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven’t tasted produce until you’ve had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, September 23, 2023 TIME: 10:00am to 1:00pm LOCATION: Spencer Smith Park WEBSITE: To Come - please check back for updates
Equilibrium Burlington will once again be sponsoring The Walk to the Lighthouse, in support of the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation. Their goal is to raise funds for infrastructure and support for patients, families, and caregivers through Joseph Brant Hospital's in-patient and outpatient Mental Health & Addiction (MH&A) services. WALK: Assemble your team or walk with a partner... Read more
The Appleby Line Street Festival brings families and neighbourhoods together by making the streets come alive with activity on Appleby Line between New Street and Fairview Street. Join us on Sunday, September 24, 2023, between 1 and 5 PM for an fun event, great for the whole family. Whether you come for the Classic Cars, the... Read more
We are thrilled to welcome back to Burlington celebrated poet, playwright, and critically-acclaimed novelist Michael Crummey. The bestselling author of The Innocents, Sweetland, and Galore (BPL's 2014 One Book, One Burlington featured novel) presents his powerful new novel, The Adversary, in lively conversation with critic, educator, and editor-in-chief of Hamilton Review of Books, Dana Hansen.
Attend a film screening of “Wings Over Water” at Joseph Brant Museum to learn about the migration of birds across North America's prairie wetlands (wingsoverwaterfilm.com). The film explores the epic journeys of three amazing bird families – the Sandhill Crane, the Yellow Warbler and the Mallard Duck – with extraordinary footage of their fascinating behaviors. Tickets are $12/adult,... Read more
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven't tasted produce until you've had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
Can’t go to the Opry? The Burlington Performing Arts Centre is bringing the Grand Ole Opry to you! Entertaining folks since 1925, The Opry has been called,“The Show That Made Country Music Famous”. Leisa Way & The Wayward Wind Band will raise the roof! To share the Opry’s history is to share the story of... Read more
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven’t tasted produce until you’ve had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
Feed your family wholesome food! Our vendors carry a wide variety of locally grown fresh produce, baking, meats, cheese, eggs etc. Come browse through the market; you can find everything from Apples to Zucchini. You haven’t tasted produce until you’ve had fresh off the farm. You will find the freshest food available and you will... Read more
We have operating model railroads in three different scales: N-scale and HO-scale inside and G-scale outside on the garden railway in the Summertime.
Have an upcoming event in Burlington, Ontario that you would like to promote? Submit it for free and we will add your event to our calendar. Events include local concerts, festivals, theatre, live music, sporting events, outdoor attractions, tours, and culinary events.
Preference will be given to events that drive tourism, are hosted by a tourism partner, or provide experiences for residents and visitors. Community events must be within Burlington/Halton and are free to attend or hosted by a not-for-profit.
