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.

Improving the Health of Trees and Shrubs

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Learn about how you can enhance the health of your trees and shrubs with Conservation Halton arborist, Jeff Dickie. We’ll discuss how you can choose the right trees for the conditions of your yard and how to effectively mulch and prune, and the signs to know if your tree is in trouble. You will leave... Read more

$10

RBG After Dark: Pumpkin Trail (19+)

Royal Botanical Gardens 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON, Canada

RBG’s Hendrie Park transforms under the cover of darkness for an exclusive adult-only Halloween celebration which is sure to send a chill up your spine! Come dressed in your Halloween best and follow the candlelit glow of hundreds of jack-o-lanterns deep within the recesses of the Hendrie Valley. Enjoy an evening of music, entertainment and... Read more

$22 – $25

Night Out

Let’s walk, talk, fundraise and share in a magical night of light! Join us for a 3k walk on October 24th for a magical night of light under the stars in support of urgently needed resources for women and children experiencing domestic violence. All proceeds are directed to Halton Women’s Place Transitional Housing Units, so sign up... Read more

Culture and Curds: Cheeses & Drizzles

Denninger's 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Join us, along with 13th Street Winery, for a delightful cheese class featuring five locally crafted cheeses, such as creamy brie, sharp cheddar, and tangy goat cheese, expertly paired with the rich, natural sweetness of Dutchman's Gold honey. You'll discover how the delicate flavours of honey, paired with carefully selected 13th Street Wines, enhance the... Read more

$50

Royal LePage Shelter Foundation Night Light Walk – Burlington 2024

City of Burlington City Hall 426 Brant Street, Burlington, ON, Canada

Together, with friends, family and neighbours, we will walk 3k through the streets of our community. It all starts at 6:15 p.m. at Burlington Civic Square where we will gather to hear inspiring stories before we head out to walk a lantern-lit route lighting the way for women and children experiencing domestic violence in our... Read more

Camper Halloween

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

A favourite time of year for our ghosts and goblins. Campers on this weekend are invited to decorate their sites (enviro friendly - see blog), dress up, trick-or-treat (pending health guidelines) and join in on any Discovery programs offered that weekend. Friday night drop-in at the Amphitheater - 7:30pm Saturday evening guided hike - 8pm... Read more

The Great Pumpkin Trail

Royal Botanical Gardens 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON, Canada

The Great Pumpkin Trail returns to RBG! Follow the candlelit glow of hundreds of jack-o-lanterns deep within the recesses of the Hendrie Valley. Savor the flavors of the season with a selection of sweet and savory delights while enjoying live entertainment and pumpkin themed activities. This spook-tacular event promises an unforgettable evening filled with autumnal magic and... Read more

Pumpkins 10 Different Ways

Blue Dot Acres 2179A Dundas Street, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Carve out some fun this Halloween with our small-scale educational arts event, Pumpkins, 10 Different Ways! At this small farm event, you will take part in a pumpkin walk to learn some interesting facts and history about pumpkins. Artists Liz Videka-Beaulieu and Jaime Beaudin-Soelberg have created 10 stellar pumpkin exhibits to discover some little-known facts... Read more

$80

Spirits & Spirits at Ireland House Museum

Ireland House Museum 2168 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON, Canada

Join us for a hauntingly delicious evening at Ireland House Museum! Enjoy signature cocktails made with Manns Botanical Spirits while touring the historic home in mourning and learning about Victorian funerary practices. After the tour, gather around the bonfire and learn about the popular Victorian pastime of Tasseography (tea leaf reading) from Mystic Mojo with... Read more

$45 – $50

THE LIGHTFOOT BAND

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

They are the original band that toured with Gordon Lightfoot for decades. Rick Haynes on Bass, Barry Keane on Drums and Percussion, Mike Heffernan on Keyboards, Carter Lancaster on Lead Guitars and Andy Mauck on Rhythm Guitars and Lead Vocal. Together, they feel strongly that the Lightfoot Band should continue to present the songs of... Read more

$69.50 – $89.50

LIVE & LOCAL Featuring Lost Faculty and Charissa

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

BPAC’s Live & Local series promotes the development of local singers and songwriters by providing them with access to our venue and professional technical support. By featuring these talented musicians in our Community Studio Theatre, with reduced ticket prices, we encourage our patrons to explore new artists and entertainment genres while attracting new audience members... Read more

$20

Halloween BeeBQ

Join us on October 26th from 12-4pm for a Halloween themed BeeBQ, with a pumpkin carving station and a Fall pollinator tour starting at 3pm! The first 30 people to arrive in costume will get a treat! 🍬 Share with friends and family to decide what you’ll bee on the 26th! 🤩 BBQ from Noon... Read more

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