Hamilton 
Concession Street, Hamilton
May 23, 2026 To September 18, 2026
Free
The BIA will host music and entertainment performances on each Friday Sidewalk Sounds date (May through September) from 6 pm to 9 pm. Read more…
23 May
Free Events - Hamilton
10 Jun
Pier 8 Music Stage, 47 Discovery Dr, Hamilton
June 10, 2026 To June 24, 2026
Free
Celebrate the start of summer with the Hamilton Concert Band’s Waterfront Music Series at Pier 8. Read more…
20 Jun
Various Ontario Waterbodies
June 20, 2026 To June 21, 2026
FREE
Introduce a friend to fishing, go out on your own or join an event. Read more…
20 Jun
James Street North, Hamilton
June 20, 2026 To June 21, 2026
Free Admission
The festival celebrates Italian culture, food, music, traditions, and community while highlighting the deep roots of the Italian community in Hamilton. Read more…
25 Jun
Memorial Park, 200 Hamilton St N, Waterdown
June 25, 2026 To June 28, 2026
Free
Oh Canada Ribfest takes place on Canada Day weekend every year, in Waterdown’s Memorial Park. Read more…
27 Jun
Gage Park, Hamilton
June 27, 2026 To July 1, 2026
Free
It’s Your Festival is celebrating Canada’s 159th birthday in beautiful Gage Park, Hamilton. Read more…
30 Jun
Dundas Driving Park Bandshell, 71 Cross Street Dundas,
June 30, 2026 To July 28, 2026
Free; Donations appreciated
The Dundas Concert Band will be performing at Dundas Driving Park for five weeks, beginning June 30th in the evening. Read more…
17 Jul
Eastgate Square Mall, 75 Centennial Pkwy N, Hamilton
July 17, 2026 To July 19, 2026
$3
Join us for a weekend of mouth-watering, finger-lickin’, belly-rubbin’ good BBQ!! Don’t forget to try all of our delicious foods, including pork ribs, beef ribs, beef brisket,… Read more…
17 Jul
Bayfront Park, Hamilton
July 17, 2026 To July 19, 2026
$10 donation is encouraged
Dances at the Bay is a vibrant and free summer celebration ensuring all are welcome to enjoy the festivities. Read more…
17 Jul
Bayfront Park, 200 Harbour Front Dr, Hamilton
July 17, 2026 To July 19, 2026
Free
Enjoy inspiring performances from Canadian dance companies, including Little Pear Garden Dance Co., Frog in Hand, Projects by Zoe Kwan, and special collaborative community dance performances by… Read more…
26 Jul
West Ave Cider House, 84 Concession 8 East, Hamilton
July 26, 2026
5194960164
Free
Join us for the Fifth Annual Flamborough Book Fair and Outdoor Crafters Market, celebrating local talent and the community. Read more…
31 Jul
Gage Park, Hamilton
July 31, 2026 To August 2, 2026
Free
The Festival of Friends is back for three full days of music, food, arts, crafts, and more! Read more…
07 Aug
Outdoor Plaza at Burlington Performing Arts Centre, 440 Locust Street, Burlington
August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026
9054644516
Free
Jazz on the Plaza is BPAC’s beloved free summer concert series, transforming our Outdoor Plaza into a lively gathering place for music, community, and warm summer afternoons… Read more…
21 Aug
King St., Dundas
August 21, 2026 To August 23, 2026
Free
A large, street festival showcasing Dundas businesses & area artists, on the 3rd weekend in August. Read more…
05 Sep
Paris Lions Park, 60 Laurel Street, Paris
September 5, 2026 To September 6, 2026
5489832201
FREE
Welcome to the 4th Afro-CariBrant Festival in Brant County, presented by Darmont GivesBack! Our festival is a celebration of the rich culture, traditions, and people of the… Read more…
11 Sep
James Street N, Hamilton
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free
Hamilton’s music and arts festival fusing music with art installations, fashion, performance, literature, theatre, and artisanal craft. Read more…
18 Sep
Across Ontario
September 18, 2026 To October 4, 2026
Free
Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. Read more…