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Events

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

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

RHAPSODY IN BLUE A GERSHWIN CELEBRATION

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

Featuring ADRIANNE PIECZONKA, DANIEL VNUKOWSKI, JONELLE SILLS, JUSTIN WELSH and STEPHANE MAYER 2024 marks the 100th anniversary of Rhapsody in Blue, the first composition to successfully combine classical music and jazz. It was written by George Gershwin, one of the great composers and songwriters of the twentieth century.

$59.50 – $79.50

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

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

Village Theatre Waterdown: A Christmas Carol

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

Charles Dickens’ timeless ghost tale is magically brought to life in the heart of Waterdown.  Memorable characters, stunning period costumes, traditional carols, and special effects enhance the magic! Stage Adaptation by Keith Weirich Directed by Deb Dagenais Produced by Deb Koehler Stage Managed by Anne Hogan *Audience advisory: our play is recommended for ages 6+ because... Read more

$15 – $25

PU SONGLING: STRANGE TALES FROM A CHINESE STUDIO

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

Pu Songling is a 17th century Chinese writer whose work blends myth and reality to criticize the dark side of society. Depicting the ‘strange’ in stories about ghosts and foxes, he shows the real world. The cast and creatives love the mysterious and mythical nature of his writing which is a nuanced and human portrait... Read more

$20 – $39.50

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