Events

Village Square event with vendors, people shopping downtown

Burlington is known for its festivals and events!  Join us for immersive events all year round.

Concerts in the Park

Central Park Bandshell 2311 New St., Burlington, ON, Canada

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 16 and runs each Wednesday and Sunday evening from 7 to 8:30 p.m. until Sunday, Aug, 25, 2024.

*FREE Guided Downtown Waterfront Walk

Tourism Burlington Visitor Centre 414 Locust Street, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Are you new to Burlington? Visiting our beautiful city? Join us in this easy walking tour of Downtown Burlington including the waterfront. We will be doing a loop of the downtown area including the waterfront and some of the hot spots of Downtown Burlington. Featuring Spencer Smith park, our waterfront and downtown core route to... Read more

*FREE Guided Downtown Waterfront Walk

Tourism Burlington Visitor Centre 414 Locust Street, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Are you new to Burlington? Visiting our beautiful city? Join us in this easy walking tour of Downtown Burlington including the waterfront. We will be doing a loop of the downtown area including the waterfront and some of the hot spots of Downtown Burlington. Featuring Spencer Smith park, our waterfront and downtown core route to... Read more

Roseland Park Community Tour(s)

Roeland Park Country Club Parking Lot 3079 Princess Blvd. west, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

The Roseland Park Community celebrates its 100–year anniversary as a residential area this year with a 20th/21st century architectural history tour being offered. Prior to its establishment, the adjacent town of Port Nelson was a busy and important port from where a wide variety of agricultural and other products were shipped along the Great Lakes. The area currently known... Read more

Music in the Garden

A Summer of Music in Hendrie Park! Bring a lawn chair or pack a blanket, grab a cold drink and enjoy performances featuring award-winning musicians in our lovely garden setting.  This is a ticketed event; pre-purchased tickets are required for entry. Wednesday July 3 Jesse Cook Thursday July 18 Dwayne Gretzky Thursday July 25 Donovan... Read more

$59.50

So, You Think You Know Burlington Trivia Night

Burlington Performing Arts Centre 440 Locust Street, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

With all new questions, join Don Thorpe, Burlington Historical Society and David Craig, History Pix, for a fun evening of trivia about Burlington’s past and the characters that made it.  Be ready to be surprised, possibly shocked and definitely to enjoy your time as you decide whether to go with your first answer or your... Read more

Movies Under the Stars: Migration

Join us for a free movie shown on a big outdoor screen in a park near you (weather permitting), presented by Access Storage. Movies will begin after dusk. Migration Thurs August 8th Nelson Park 4183 New St Ratatouille Thurs August 15th Orchard Community Park 2255 Sutton Dr Back to the Future Thurs August 22nd Spencer... Read more

Burlington Centre Lions Farmer’s Market

Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON, Canada

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

Special Presentations

Central Library 2331 New Street, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Listen to four talks from the City of Burlington Heritage Planning, Royal Botanical Gardens, History Pix and Halton Heritage Services with a focus on the preservation of cultural heritage landscapes, buildings and objects. In person. No registration required. Maximum capacity of 70 seats.

Music from the Rooftop

Joseph Brant Museum 1240 North Shore Blvd E, Burlington, ON, Canada

Enjoy listening to local musicians while taking in a beautiful view of Lake Ontario! Join us at Joseph Brant Museum from 7:30pm – 8:30pm on July 12 & 26 and August 9 & 23 for our “Music From the Rooftop” series. Each evening will feature a local musician, lawn games, and complimentary iced tea and... Read more

$11 – $15
Event Series Ghost Walks

Ghost Walks

Bronte Creek Provincial Park 3201 Upper Middle Road West, Burlington, ON, Canada

Join us on August 9th or 10th for Ghost Walks at Spruce Lane Farmhouse! Come explore the spooky side of Spruce Lane Farmhouse as we share some of the spiritualistic traditions of the Victorian Era and staff stories of paranormal activity! If that’s not spooky enough for you, come see the farmhouse after dark and... Read more

Lakeside Under the Stars

Spencer Smith Park 1400 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

✨ Lakeside Under the Stars Presented by Rotary Club Burlington Central August 9th 7-11pm @SpencerSmithPark Enjoy dancing & great vibes. Food & drink available for purchase. 🕺 Dancing to amazing tunes @that.90sband 🍷 @nickelbrookbrewing @strewnwinery 🍔 @jonnyblondefoodtruck Supporting Love, Jayne Foundation Tickets https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/lakeside-under-the-stars-2024-tickets-914804724557

Submit an Event

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.

Crowd gathered at stage with lake view