Burlington is known for its festivals and events! Join us for immersive events all year round.
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
Author Sadi Muktadir discusses his debut novel Land of No Regrets, a poignant and humorous exploration of friendship, faith, and freedom. Follow the journey of four students at an Islamic academy in rural Ontario as they plot to escape. Books for sale and signing after the talk, presented in partnership with Harper Collins Canada.
Anuja Varghese, author of the Governor General's Award-winning collection Chrysalis, blends genres to explore complex intersections of family, community, and cultural expectations. Books for sale and signing after the talk.
Authors Lana Button, Jennifer Faria, Jennifer Maruno, and Anitha Rao-Robinson share insights on creating and publishing picture books. Learn about the creative process, staying motivated, and navigating the publishing journey. Books for sale and signing, with support from the Burlington Arts and Culture Fund
#1 bestselling author of The Girl on the Train, Paula Hawkins, discusses her latest thriller The Blue Hour. Set on the Scottish tidal island of Eris, it’s a masterful novel about secrets, power, and ambition. Books for sale and signing after the talk, presented in partnership with Penguin Random House Canada and A Different Drummer... Read more
Catherine Little presents Montgomery's The Blue Castle. Explore the life and works of Lucy Maud Montgomery, including her adult novel The Blue Castle and Anne of the Library-on-the-Hill, inspired by her visit to Toronto in 1921. Presented in partnership with Plumleaf Press.
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.
