At 6:30pm on Monday, July 27, walk over to Pier 8's Waterfront Stage for a Family Storytime followed by live music from Hamilton guitarist-singer-songwriter Terra Lightfoot!
Events
Calendar of Events
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Free
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1 event,
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Every Tuesday evening in June, July, and August come out to Pier 8 and enjoy free Salsa dancing as the sun sets! Receive a beginner Latin dance tutorial then dance the night away to a live DJ. No partner required. Beginners welcome!
Free
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0 events,
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2 events,
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Every Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30pm bring a launch chair to the Waterfront Stage at Pier 8 and enjoy free Jazz and Blues performances organized by the City of Hamilton. On July 30, come out and see the band Caroline Wiles with Bob Doidge & Michael McCurlie.
Free
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At 7:30pm on Thursday, July 30 head to the FirstOntario Concert Hall to hear the energetic and passionate classics created by the world's most famous composers. Hear Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8, Stravinsky’s Petrushka, and Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto performed by the National Academy Orchestra of Canada as part of the Brott Music Festival. Tickets start at $25.
$25 – $55
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2 events,From July 31 to August 2, celebrate Asian culture and cuisine at Bayfront Park. Enjoy delicious food and gorgeous lion dancers!
Free
From July 31 to August 2, head to Gage Park for the Festival of Friends jam-packed music line-up covering country, rock, disco, and hip-hop. Between shows, visit tasty food trucks and vibrant arts & crafts vendors.
Free
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5 events,On August 1, walk over to Pier 4 Park and celebrate Latino culture. Enjoy fiery live music from salsa bands, classic and modern salsa dance shows, and interactive workshops!
Free
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Hamilton's CFL (Canadian Football League) team, the Tiger-Cats, play regularly at the Hamilton Stadium. On Saturday August 1, come out to see the Ticats play the Calgary Stampeders and become part of the energy-filled, cheering crowd. Game starts at 3:00pm. Tickets start at $30.
$30
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At 7:30pm on Saturday, August 1, head to Theatre Aquarius for a night of fiery fiddles and Celtic vibrancy as the National Academy Orchestra of Canada and Shane Cook & The Woodchippers come together for the Brott Music Festival! Tickets start at $25.
$25 – $80
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1 event,
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At 10:00am on Monday, August 3, head to the Hamilton Cemetery for a free tour telling the story of Hamilton's founder George Hamilton. Visit his gravesite and learn about his contributions to the city, business, the War of 1812, and discover what life was like at that time.
Free
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1 event,
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Every Tuesday evening in June, July, and August come out to Pier 8 and enjoy free Salsa dancing as the sun sets! Receive a beginner Latin dance tutorial then dance the night away to a live DJ. No partner required. Beginners welcome!
Free
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0 events,
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3 events,
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Every Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30pm bring a launch chair to the Waterfront Stage at Pier 8 and enjoy free Jazz and Blues performances organized by the City of Hamilton. On August 6, come out and see the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra Ensembles
Free
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At 6:30pm on Thursday, August 6, come out to the Royal Botanical Gardens' Hendrie Park to see award-winning rock Sam Roberts Band and singer-songwriter Talia Schlanger perform. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy music outside in the gardens! Tickets are $65.
$65
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At 7:30pm on Thursday, August 6, head to the Church of the Ascension to hear the National Academy Orchestra of Canada perform the reflective music of Schubert, Glenn Buhr, and Copland's Appalachian Spring for the Brott Music Festival. Tickets start at $40.
$40 – $50
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2 events,In the Westdale neighbourhood, enjoy a three-day Country Music Festival complete with local artisans and a vintage market!
Free
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Hamilton's CPL (Canadian Premier League) soccer team, Forge FC, plays regularly at the Hamilton Stadium. On Friday August 7th, come out in orange to cheer on Forge FC as they take on Vancouver FC. Game starts at 7:00pm. Tickets start at $29.
$29
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3 events,
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Enjoy a special guided tour through the gardens at Dundurn National Historic Site. Learn about the garden's history, restoration, and what fruits, flowers, and vegetables inhabit it! Tour time: 10:00 to 11:00am Adult ticket: $9.00
$5.50 – $9.00
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Once a month enjoy an extra night of free salsa dancing at Pier 8 from 7:00 to 10:30pm, followed by a $15 after-party at 50 Leander Drive from 9:30pm to 1:30am!
$15
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3 events,
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At 10:00am on Sunday, August 9, head to the Hamilton Cemetery for a free tour telling the story of Hamilton's influential women including artists, leaders, reformers, entrepreneurs, and other heroines.
Free
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On August 9 at 6pm at the Hamilton Stadium, see this action sports show featuring 20+ athletes and 100+ stunts on BMX, FMX, and more, in one of only two Canadian stops for Nitro Circus. Tickets starting at $50.
$50
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0 events,
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1 event,
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Every Tuesday evening in June, July, and August come out to Pier 8 and enjoy free Salsa dancing as the sun sets! Receive a beginner Latin dance tutorial then dance the night away to a live DJ. No partner required. Beginners welcome!
Free
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1 event,
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From 5:00am to 9:00pm on Wednesday, August 12, walk to the West Harbour James St Plaza for wellness, community, and arts programming. Activities include sunrise and sunset yoga overlooking Hamilton Harbour, meditation, breathwork, mobility and fitness workshops, sound baths, arts and crafts, venders, and local performances.
Free
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3 events,
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Every Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30pm bring a launch chair to the Waterfront Stage at Pier 8 and enjoy free Jazz and Blues performances organized by the City of Hamilton. On August 13, come out and see Guitar of Fire - Latin Guitar.
Free
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At 6:30pm on Thursday, August 13, come out to the Royal Botanical Gardens’ Hendrie Park to see four-time JUNO Award winners and Canadian rock n' roll icons The Sheepdogs perform with Toronto pop singer-songwriter Chloë Doucet. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy music outside in the gardens! Tickets are $65.
$65
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At 7:30pm on Thursday, August 13 head to the FirstOntario Concert Hall for the season finale of the Brott Music Festival featuring music by Mahler, Rodrigo, Ravel and Strauss and performed by the National Academy Orchestra of Canada! Tickets start at $25.
$25 – $55
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1 event,
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On the second Friday of every month, from May to October, James Street North becomes accessible only to pedestrians after 5 pm between Murray Street and York Boulevard to allow art, music, vendors, and food stalls to fill the space! Restaurants, stores, art studios, and bars all keep their doors open late into the night!
Free
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1 event,
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Hamilton's CFL (Canadian Football League) team, the Tiger-Cats, play regularly at the Hamilton Stadium. On Saturday August 15, come out to see the Ticats play the Saskatchewan Roughriders and become part of the energy-filled, cheering crowd. Game starts at 7:00pm. Tickets starting at $18.
$18
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1 event,
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At 10:00am on Sunday, August 16, visit Dundurn National Historic Site for a hands-on garden workshop about heirloom tomatoes - their tastes, purposes, and interesting stories! Tickets are $50.
$50
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1 event,
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At 7:00pm on Monday, August 17, head to the historic Cockpit at Dundurn National Historic Site for an intimate reading of Elizabeth Rex - Timothy Findley's play about Queen Elizabeth I on the night before her lover's death in 1601.
Free
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1 event,
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Every Tuesday evening in June, July, and August come out to Pier 8 and enjoy free Salsa dancing as the sun sets! Receive a beginner Latin dance tutorial then dance the night away to a live DJ. No partner required. Beginners welcome!
Free
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1 event,
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Hamilton's CPL (Canadian Premier League) soccer team, Forge FC, plays regularly at the Hamilton Stadium. At 7pm on Wednesday August 19, come out in orange to cheer on Forge FC as they take on FC Supra from Laval, Quebec. Game starts at 7:00pm. Tickets start at $26.20.
$26.20
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3 events,
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Visitors learn to load and fire the 4" guns on the HMCS Haida, modelling their use during the Second World War and Korean War. Meanwhile, Parks Canada staff share technical and historical context during this exclusive program. Experience offered at 5:15 or 6:15 pm. Adult ticket: $151.80 Seniors ticket: $151.28 Youth ticket: $146.60
$146.60 – $151.80
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Every Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30pm bring a launch chair to the Waterfront Stage at Pier 8 and enjoy free Jazz and Blues performances organized by the City of Hamilton. On August 20, come out and see Karen Thornton & Friends as they blend jazz and soul.
Free
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At 6:30pm on Thursday, August 20, come out to the Royal Botanical Gardens’ Hendrie Park to see Toronto instrumental band BADBADNOTGOOD as they fuse hip-hop, electronica, and jazz music. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy music outside in the gardens! Tickets are $55.
$55
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2 events,On Friday, August 21, come out to the HWM picnic tables in floral attire to enjoy a tropical-themed party with your fellow boaters! Enjoy free drinks, food, music, trivia, prizes, and palm trees.
Free
Walk over to Pier 4 Park for Pride Hamilton! Enjoy 100+ queer-owned local vendors, family fun, food trucks, drag shows and live music. Celebrate the Hamilton 2SLGBTQI+ community and the theme of belonging.
Free
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2 events,
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Hamilton's CPL (Canadian Premier League) soccer team, Forge FC, plays regularly at the Hamilton Stadium. At 7pm on Saturday August 22, come out in orange to cheer on Forge FC as they take on Pacific FC from Greater Victoria, BC. Game starts at 7:00pm. Tickets start at $26.20. |
1 event,
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Join a free tour at 10:00am on Sunday, August 23, through the Hamilton Cemetery highlighting the stories of Hamiltonians lost at sea in naval disasters. The tour is presented by the Hamilton Military Museum and Cemetery Chronicles Tours.
Free
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0 events,
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1 event,
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Every Tuesday evening in June, July, and August come out to Pier 8 and enjoy free Salsa dancing as the sun sets! Receive a beginner Latin dance tutorial then dance the night away to a live DJ. No partner required. Beginners welcome!
Free
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0 events,
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2 events,
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In an intimate tour group of 10 or less people, visitors are taken to areas of the HMCS Haida normally off-limits to the public! Must be 16+ Adult ticket: $39.32 Seniors ticket: $38.80 Youth ticket: $34.13
$34.13 – $39.32
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Every Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30pm bring a launch chair to the Waterfront Stage at Pier 8 and enjoy free Jazz and Blues performances organized by the City of Hamilton. On August 27, come out and see Mike Stevenson with Adam Fielding & Ritch Thoman.
Free
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1 event,
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At 7:30pm on Friday, August 28 head up to TD Coliseum to see Canadian rock legend Bryan Adams on his Roll with the Punches tour, nominated for a 2026 JUNO Award for Rock Album of the Year! Hear live Summer of 69, (Everything I Do) I Do It For You, Run to You, Heaven, and much more. Tickets start at ...
$90
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2 events,Celebrate the HMCS Haida's 83rd anniversary of its commissioning with rifle demonstrations, 4 inch gun firings, displays, and more! Cost is included with admission. Open 10:00am to 5:00pm Saturday August 29 and Sunday August 30th.
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At 8:00pm on Saturday, August 29 head up to TD Coliseum for an evening of Latin pop and romantic ballads as singer-songwriter and living legend Marco Antonio Solís blends traditional Mexican music and grupera pop! Tickets start at $77.
$77
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0 events,
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0 events,
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1 event,
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Visitors learn to load and fire the 4" guns on the HMCS Haida, modelling their use during the Second World War and Korean War. Meanwhile, Parks Canada staff share technical and historical context during this exclusive program. Experience offered at 5:15 or 6:15 pm. Adult ticket: $151.80 Seniors ticket: $151.28 Youth ticket: $146.60
$146.60 – $151.80
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0 events,
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1 event,
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Hamilton's CPL (Canadian Premier League) soccer team, Forge FC, plays regularly at the Hamilton Stadium. At 7pm on Saturday September 5, come out in orange to cheer on Forge FC as they take on Inter Toronto! Tickets start at $29.
$29
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