What’s Up in October: Top Burlington Events You Can’t Miss
September 28, 2026
October is the perfect time to experience Burlington at its most colourful. From crisp autumn walks and harvest celebrations to pumpkin trails, live performances and spooky nights out, there’s plenty to see and do all month long. Explore local markets, discover Burlington’s arts and culture scene, enjoy seasonal events and make the most of fall in the city. Start planning your October with these must-see Burlington events!
Table of Contents
- Hand Made Craft Market
- Falling for Burlington Downtown
- Farm to Table: Harvest Dinner
- Telling Tales Festival
- Labpalooza: 2026 Dog Walk and Play
- The Great Pumpkin Trail
- Burlington Centre Lions Farmers’ Market
- Paint Day at Terra: Crock A Doodle
- The Secret Path Cushion Concert
- Ireland House After Dark: Victorian Mourning
- RBG After Dark: Pumpkin Trail
- The Vintage Marketplace
- Mountsberg Spooktacular
1. Hand Made Craft Market
Date: October 3 | 10 AM – 3 PM
Address: Bronte Creek Provincial Park
Ticket Details: Check with event organizers
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Spend an autumn day browsing local creativity at the Hand Made Craft Market at Bronte Creek Provincial Park. Discover handmade goods, unique finds and one-of-a-kind pieces while enjoying the beautiful fall scenery throughout the park. It’s the perfect way to kick off October and find something special to take home.
2. Falling for Burlington Downtown
Date: October 3 | 1 PM – 4 PM
Address: 389 Brant Street
Ticket Details: Free
Website: Learn more
This free fall tradition is the perfect chance to gather with family, friends and neighbours for an afternoon of local fun. Explore Village Square and the Promenade Walkway (Brant and Elgin) to discover local tastes, sweet surprises and unique finds from some of Burlington Downtown’s favourite businesses and artists. With more than 400 small businesses to shop, dine and sip from, there’s plenty to explore, from fall fashion and cozy home comforts to one-of-a-kind finds. Take a moment to relax in the event’s sensory zone, then soak up the crisp autumn air, enjoy your first pumpkin spice latte of the season or find something new to take home. Falling for Burlington Downtown is the perfect way to experience the community, support local and celebrate all that Burlington Downtown has to offer.
3. Farm to Table: Harvest Dinner
Date: October 3 | 6 PM – 11 PM
Address: Ireland House Museum
Ticket Details: Tickets required
Website: Learn more
Celebrate the flavours of the season at Ireland House Museum’s Farm to Table: Harvest Dinner. Enjoy an evening inspired by local food, fall flavours and Burlington’s agricultural heritage, all in the historic setting of Ireland House. It’s a delicious way to experience the harvest season and connect with the community.
4. Telling Tales Festival
Date: October 3 – 4
Address: Royal Botanical Gardens, Hendrie Park
Ticket Details: Check event details
Website: Learn more
Gather the family for a weekend of stories, imagination and outdoor fun at the Telling Tales Festival. Set among the beautiful grounds of Royal Botanical Gardens, this annual celebration brings storytellers and audiences together for an engaging fall experience. Pack your curiosity and get ready to hear a few good tales along the way.
5. Labpalooza: 2026 Dog Walk and Play
Date: October 4 | 10 AM – 1 PM
Address: Bronte Creek Provincial Park
Ticket Details: Check event details
Website: Learn more
Calling all dog lovers! Bring your four-legged friend to Bronte Creek Provincial Park for Labpalooza, a day dedicated to walking, playing and enjoying the great outdoors together. With plenty of fall scenery to explore, it’s a great excuse to get outside and enjoy an autumn adventure with your best friend.
6. The Great Pumpkin Trail
Date: October 15 – 18 and October 23 – 25
Address: Hendrie Park, Royal Botanical Gardens
Ticket Details: Tickets required
Website: Learn more
Get ready for one of Burlington’s most anticipated fall experiences! The Great Pumpkin Trail transforms Hendrie Park into a glowing autumn adventure filled with thousands of pumpkins, creative displays and seasonal fun. Wander through the illuminated trail, take in the fall atmosphere and make memories with family and friends.
7. Burlington Centre Lions Farmers’ Market
Date: Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays until October 24 | 7 AM – 2:30 PM
Address: Burlington Centre
Ticket Details: Free to attend
Website: Learn more
There’s still time to shop local at the Burlington Centre Lions Farmers’ Market! Running throughout October, the market is a great place to pick up fresh seasonal produce, local products and other market finds. Stop by while exploring Burlington and enjoy one of the city’s favourite fall traditions.
8. Paint Day at Terra: Crock A Doodle
Date: October 17 | 10 AM – 12 PM
Address: Terra, 2273 Halton Regional Road 5
Ticket Details: Registration required
Website: Learn more
Get creative this fall with a Paint Day at Terra! Hosted in partnership with Crock A Doodle, this hands-on experience is a fun way to spend a fall morning creating your own piece of pottery. Bring your creativity and enjoy a unique activity surrounded by the seasonal atmosphere at Terra.
9. The Secret Path Cushion Concert with Kate Dickson & Shannon Thunderbird
Date: October 17 | 1 PM
Address: Burlington Performing Arts Centre
Ticket Details: Tickets required
Website: Learn more
Experience music and storytelling at The Secret Path Cushion Concert featuring Kate Dickson and Shannon Thunderbird. This special performance at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre offers an intimate way to experience live music and an important story through a unique concert setting.
10. Ireland House After Dark: Victorian Mourning
Date: October 16, 23 and 30 | 7 PM – 9 PM
Address: Ireland House Museum
Ticket Details: Tickets required
Website: Learn more
Step into the past after dark at Ireland House Museum. Ireland House After Dark: Victorian Mourning explores Victorian mourning traditions and customs in a historic setting. With three October evenings to choose from, it’s a fascinating way to discover a darker side of Burlington’s history this fall.
11. RBG After Dark: Pumpkin Trail
Date: October 22 | 6 PM – 11 PM
Address: Royal Botanical Gardens, Hendrie Park
Ticket Details: Tickets required, 19+
Website: Learn more
Looking for a Halloween night out? RBG After Dark: Pumpkin Trail brings a grown-up twist to one of Burlington’s favourite fall experiences. Explore Hendrie Park after dark, surrounded by glowing pumpkins and Halloween-inspired atmosphere. This 19+ evening is the perfect way to experience the Pumpkin Trail with a little more mystery.
12. The Vintage Marketplace
Date: October 24 | 11 AM – 4 PM
Address: The Art Gallery of Burlington
Ticket Details: Tickets required
Website: Learn more
13. Mountsberg’s Halloween Skelebration
Date: October 2–31| Fridays to Sundays, 4:30 PM – 10 PM
Address: Mountsberg Conservation Area
Ticket Details: Tickets required
Website: Learn more
Get into the Halloween spirit at Mountsberg’s family-friendly Skelebration! This spooky seasonal experience combines Halloween fun with nature and wildlife, featuring an illuminated Night Walk, a Haunted Barn, a new Eco Guardian scavenger hunt, campfires, farm animals, raptors, snakes and plenty of Halloween treats. Little ghouls and goblins can even come dressed in costume and explore the park after dark. For an extra dose of adventure, add a wagon ride through the woods and make a night of it at Mountsberg.
Make the Most of October in Burlington
From pumpkin-filled trails and harvest dinners to farmers’ markets, historic experiences, live music and family-friendly adventures, October is packed with reasons to get out and explore Burlington. Grab your favourite fall sweater, round up your friends and family and start planning your next adventure. There’s always something happening in Burlington this fall!
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