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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.

Event Series Film Screening: Peace by Chocolate

Film Screening: Peace by Chocolate

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

Attend a film screening of “Peace by Chocolate” at Joseph Brant Museum! The film is based on the true story of the Hadhads, a family from Syria who moved to Canada as refugees from the Syrian civil war, settling in Nova Scotia and establishing the Peace by Chocolate artisanal chocolate shop. Tickets are $15/adult, $12/children... Read more

$12 – $15

Story Time with Santa

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

Enjoy Christmas Town at Mountsberg Conservation Area as a self-guided experience at Storytime with Santa!

Arts Burlington Holiday Sale

Art Gallery of Burlington 1333 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON, Canada

See and purchase the artworks of 100+ artists. Pottery, photography, fine art, mixed media, hooking craft, sculpture, wood craft, weaving & spinning. Something for everyone on your guest list! Location: throughout the Art Gallery of Burlington. Come and see us!

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

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