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Robert Burns A Passion for Freedom

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

Robert Burns is the Bard of Scotland. His songs and poetry are admired and extolled around the world. His writings have served as an inspiration for numerous writers and freedom fighters. This afternoon concert shines a spotlight on American abolitionist Frederick Douglass, Nobel Prize-winning Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore and Ukrainian Poet Laureate Taras Shevchenko.

$49.50

Christmas Town

Mountsberg Conservation Area 2259 Millburough Line, Campellville, ON, Canada

Mountsberg Conservation Area is pleased to present Christmas Town, a magical visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus in their woodland hideaway. Our fully guided Christmas Town experience includes: A guided woodland wagon ride out to Christmas Town (note: tractor may be used in some cases due to weather or horse health needs) A private family... Read more

$35 – $39

Burlington Christmas Market

Burlington Lions Club Hall 471 Pearl St, Burlington, ON

Join the Burlington Lions Club for a joyful day filled with shopping, tasty food, and holiday cheer. Embrace the season’s spirit with unique finds from local vendors, delightful treats, and family-friendly activities. This is a perfect chance to support small businesses and experience the magic of Christmas.

Visit with Santa

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

Families can book their Visit with Santa! Henry’s Camera will be taking professional photos, and providing one digital image and a “Free Instant 8×10 Print” voucher for use at an in-store kiosk. Parents are also welcome to use their own cameras. Ticket includes a 10-minute timeslot to visit Santa, family admission to Joseph Brant Museum,... Read more

$50

Children’s Play – Santa the Panto

Music Centre 2311 New Street, Burlington, Ontario

Directed by Julie Donahue Produced by Kathy Hyde-Nagel Join us this festive season for our annual holiday show for the young and young at heart. A perfect introduction to live theatre for children. Beatrix the Bad hates Christmas and will stop at nothing to prevent it from happening, including kidnapping Santa.  It’s up to Mrs.... Read more

$15

Holiday Inn

Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn tells the story of Jim, who leaves the bright lights of show business behind to settle down on his farmhouse in Connecticut... but life just isn’t the same without a bit of song and dance. Jim’s luck takes a spectacular turn when he meets Linda, a spirited schoolteacher with talent to... Read more

Children’s Play – Santa the Panto

Music Centre 2311 New Street, Burlington, Ontario

Directed by Julie Donahue Produced by Kathy Hyde-Nagel Join us this festive season for our annual holiday show for the young and young at heart. A perfect introduction to live theatre for children. Beatrix the Bad hates Christmas and will stop at nothing to prevent it from happening, including kidnapping Santa.  It’s up to Mrs.... Read more

$15

BurlLitFest: Demystifying Women’s Fiction

Central Park 2299 New St, Burlington ON L7R 1J5, Ontario, Canada

With Karma Brown and Heather Dixon What does it mean to write fiction for women and what exactly is it? Novelists Karma Brown and Heather Dixon delve into all things women's fiction, from building complex characters to exploring relatable themes. Gain a deeper understanding of the genre and why stories of "regular" women are appealing... Read more

Festival Of Trees

The Burlington Performing Arts Centre’s 8th Annual Festival of Trees is set to bring festive cheer to visitors from November 20 to December 12, 2024. During this period, BPAC’s Lobby and Mezzanine will glow with 30 beautifully pre-lit artificial Christmas trees, generously sponsored by local businesses. These trees will be on display for over three... Read more

Christmas Town

Mountsberg Conservation Area 2259 Millburough Line, Campellville, ON, Canada

Mountsberg Conservation Area is pleased to present Christmas Town, a magical visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus in their woodland hideaway. Our fully guided Christmas Town experience includes: A guided woodland wagon ride out to Christmas Town (note: tractor may be used in some cases due to weather or horse health needs) A private family... Read more

$35 – $39

BurlLitFest: Ed Broadbent’s Social Democracy

Central Library 2331 New Street, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

With Jonathan Sas and Luke Savage Before his death in January 2024, Ed Broadbent collaborated on Seeking Social Democracy, a memoir, history, and political manifesto about his seven-decade engagement in public life. Jonathan Sas and Luke Savage discuss Broadbent's legacy, ideas, and lessons for the new generation of democratic leadership. A Different Drummer Books will... Read more

Holiday Inn

Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn tells the story of Jim, who leaves the bright lights of show business behind to settle down on his farmhouse in Connecticut... but life just isn’t the same without a bit of song and dance. Jim’s luck takes a spectacular turn when he meets Linda, a spirited schoolteacher with talent to... Read more

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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.

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