Burlington is known for its festivals and events! Join us for immersive events all year round.
Refuge Canada explores Canada’s place in the global refugee crisis. Through images, soundscapes, first person accounts and artifacts, this powerful exhibition begins “no one wants to be a refugee, anyone could become a refugee.” Moving through major waves of arrival from Second World War era up to present day, Refuge Canada does not shy away... Read more
Time isn’t real. Well, it is, and it isn’t. The sun and moon rise and fall, and stuff happens in between. At the Art Gallery of Burlington, that stuff in between has been happening for fifty years! The exhibitions, projects, and programs in our golden anniversary year push beyond celebratory timestamping and make space for open discussions... Read more
What can you create with loose parts? Explore opportunities to design, invent, create, and re-imagine together as a family through loose parts play. All ages welcome; children 5 and under may participate with direct adult supervision. Drop-in. 10:30 AM: Tansley Woods Library 1PM: Aldershot Library 2 PM: Alton Library
Join us for an afternoon of fun and dancing with Burlington's premier classic rock band, ROCKET 88. Doors open at 1pm. Fun and dancing starts at 2pm
Step back to an era when “Swing” reigned supreme in Burlington. Come, join us and experience an evening of great swing music. Proceeds of the event will “Benefit” Carpenter Hospice, Burlington Food Bank and the charitable works of the Knights of Columbus, Council 15920. One of the most exciting bands around, The Toronto All-Star Big... Read more
Add some whimsy to your winter nights and plan your visit to Mountsberg’s award-winning display of outdoor lights at Winterlit. Enjoy a moonlit stroll along two different trails featuring sustainably sourced, illuminated art installations. This unique evening out is a celebration of nature, winter, and community. Winterlit runs every evening from December 30, 2024 to January... Read more
Discover Burlington’s diverse culinary scene with a two-week prix-fixe dining experience showcasing the creativity and passion of our chef-driven kitchens. From January 27th to February 9th, 2025, savour a bite of everything.
Stories, songs & more for newborns to 12 months old + adult caregiver Have fun with your baby! Lots of music, rhymes, tickles, and bounces for newborn infants to one-year-olds and their adult caregivers. Please bring a blanket for your little one to lie on. Baby Rhyme Time is very popular at this location... Read more
A unique way to beat the winter weather blahs - stretch and strengthen while the bunnies hop and flop. Thursdays in January 7-8 PM.
Add some whimsy to your winter nights and plan your visit to Mountsberg’s award-winning display of outdoor lights at Winterlit. Enjoy a moonlit stroll along two different trails featuring sustainably sourced, illuminated art installations. This unique evening out is a celebration of nature, winter, and community. Winterlit runs every evening from December 30, 2024 to January... Read more
Brent Butt has long been considered one of the funniest people in Canada, with a career in stand-up comedy that stretches into five decades, including numerous appearances at major festivals in multiple countries and being voted Best Male Stand-Up in Canada by his peers in the profession. He also created and starred in two successful... Read more
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.
