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SUMMARY:Spirit of the Lake
DESCRIPTION:This special exhibition celebrates the park’s rare meromictic lake\, whose waters and sediments quietly hold centuries of life\, memory\, and change. From Indigenous perspectives\, the lake is alive\, carrying the stories of the land and the people who have lived in relationship with it. \nThrough this exhibition\, you can explore the lake’s spirit and history in new ways. The gallery features the work of four talented Indigenous artists from across Turtle Island\, along with an interactive holographic experience where you can learn from Elders\, scientists\, and our Conservation Halton staff about what makes Crawford Lake so unique. \nPlan Your Visit to Spirit of the Lake Exhibit\nLocation: Deer Clan Longhouse\, Longhouse Village\, Crawford Lake Conservation Area\nDates: February 1 – June 28\, 2026\nHours: Weekends and holidays from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.\nPrice: Included with gate fees and CH Parks Memberships \nCome explore the Spirit of the Lake exhibit and experience how art\, culture\, and nature come together to tell the story of Crawford Lake.
URL:https://tourismburlington.ca/event/spirit-of-the-lake/
LOCATION:Crawford Lake\, 3115 Conservation Road\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
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SUMMARY:eat make share: a taste of immigration
DESCRIPTION:Canada’s food is as diverse as its people. The way we eat is shaped by over 400 years of immigration. Food connects people to the past\, to place\, and to other people. eat make share: a taste of immigration explores the connections between food and immigration in Canada through the universal experiences of eating\, making\, and sharing food.\nDiscover the surprising histories behind popular Canadian dishes.\nLearn how individuals and communities express themselves through food.\nEngage in diverse food traditions practised in Canada through multisensory activities.\neat make share: a taste of immigration is a travelling exhibition created by the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 and presented by BMO\, on view at Joseph Brant Museum April 18 – September 5\, 2026.
URL:https://tourismburlington.ca/event/eat-make-share-a-taste-of-immigration/
LOCATION:Joseph Brant Museum\, 1240 North Shore Blvd E\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260622
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SUMMARY:Lakeshore Music and Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Lakeshore Music & Arts Festival is a free\, two-day outdoor celebration taking place June 20–21\, 2026\, at Burlington’s iconic Spencer Smith Park. Set along the city’s stunning waterfront\, the festival will come alive as a vibrant\, multi-stage experience featuring nationally celebrated Canadian artists\, emerging performers\, local artisans\, an extensive selection of food trucks\, and engaging family-friendly programming. Lakeshore is poised to become one of Ontario’s premier outdoor music and cultural events for years to come.
URL:https://tourismburlington.ca/event/lakeshore-music-and-arts-festival/
LOCATION:Spencer Smith Park\, 1400 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, Ontario\, LY2 1Y2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family-Friendly,Featured Events,Festivals & Celebrations,Live Music & Entertainment,Markets & Shopping
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SUMMARY:ANCHORBALL: A Curious Art Journey
DESCRIPTION:The Canadian premiere of ANCHORBALL: A Curious Art Journey is coming to Royal Botanical Gardens this summer! \nExplore the vibrant sculptural universe of artist and contemporary sculptor Ken Kelleher\, internationally known as Anchorball. This massive outdoor exhibition transforms the garden into a vivid sculptural landscape where bold characters\, imaginative narratives\, and contemporary form merge with nature and blooms to create a world that feels full of wonder\, yet deeply recognizable. \nFeaturing 18 monumental sculptures ranging up to 12 feet tall\, the exhibition introduces visitors to an evolving fictional universe\, known as Low Orbit City\, populated by playful and mythical characters. In addition to the physical installations\, visitors can discover a hidden digital world using augmented reality with characters known as Cloudwalkers and unlock an AR Masterpiece\, extending the experience beyond the visible landscape and inviting moments of surprise\, play\, and exploration throughout the garden. \nCome experience a joyful fusion of nature and art designed for curiosity\, fun\, exploration\, and imagination. \nIncluded in your Garden Admission ticket or RBG Membership.
URL:https://tourismburlington.ca/event/anchorball-a-curious-art-journey/
LOCATION:Royal Botanical Gardens\, 680 Plains Rd W\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family-Friendly,Featured Events
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SUMMARY:Burlington Farmer's Market
DESCRIPTION:The Burlington Lions Club Farmers Market is one of Burlington’s most loved community traditions. For decades\, it has brought together local growers\, food producers\, artisans\, and neighbours in a welcoming\, open-air setting where supporting local truly makes a difference. Founded and operated by the dedicated volunteers of the Burlington Lions Club\, the market was created with a simple purpose: connect residents with fresh\, locally grown food while raising funds to support community programs. What began as a modest gathering of vendors has grown into a vibrant weekly market that reflects the spirit of service and community that defines the Lions.\n?  \nWhat You’ll Find  \nThe market features:  \n• Fresh Ontario-grown fruits and vegetables\n• Local meats\, baked goods\, and specialty foods\n• Honey\, preserves\, and handmade pantry staples\n• Artisans and handcrafted products\n• Seasonal favourites and rotating vendors  \n?  \nIt is a place to meet your farmer\, discover something new\, and enjoy the simple experience of shopping outdoors among friends and neighbours
URL:https://tourismburlington.ca/event/burlington-farmers-market-32/
LOCATION:Burlington Centre\, 777 Guelph Line\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Markets & Shopping
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SUMMARY:Hamilton and Burlington Rose Society 69th Annual Rose Show
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at the 69th Annual Rose Show! \nWhich includes a Juried Exhibition of Cut Garden Roses and Floral Design Staged in Rooms 3\, 4\,and 5 in the Royal Botanical Gardens Centre (Saturday\, June 20th and Sunday\, June 21st from 10:00am to 5:00pm)\, \nShort talks on rose care and culture on Saturday 1:00pm and 3:00pm \nCreate a ‘Make and Take’ small design Sunday afternoon at 1:00pm \nPotted Miniature Roses will be for sale during show hours while supplies last \nSale of Cut Show Blooms begins Sunday at 4:00pm \nShow is free with paid admission to the Royal Botanical Gardens\, 4:00pm is last admission time to the RBG which closes at 5:00pm\nCome early and spend the day in all the gardens\nAfter a visit to the show be sure to visit the World Federation of Rose Societies Award Winning Rose Garden in Hendrie Park across the street from the RBG Center
URL:https://tourismburlington.ca/event/hamilton-and-burlington-rose-society-69th-annual-rose-show/
LOCATION:Royal Botanical Gardens\, 680 Plains Rd W\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family-Friendly,Festivals & Celebrations,Markets & Shopping
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SUMMARY:eat make share: Kids Kitchen Series
DESCRIPTION:Food tells stories — about where we come from\, how we adapt\, and how communities are shaped over time. eat\, make\, share: Kids’ Kitchen Series invites young chefs to explore Canadian history through hands-on cooking and food storytelling. Inspired by the eat\, make\, share exhibition\, this interactive workshop series looks at how food traditions have travelled\, changed\, and taken root in Canada.
URL:https://tourismburlington.ca/event/eat-make-share-kids-kitchen-series/
LOCATION:Joseph Brant Museum\, 1240 North Shore Blvd E\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly
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