FASM Studio Art Tour has taken place the weekend or two before Thanksgiving, when the leaves have just begun to turn colour in beautiful Escarpment Country surrounding Milton, Ontario. Including the Town of Milton itself, plus Georgetown, Limehouse, Acton, Guelph, Eden Mills, Campbellville, Carlisle, and Kilbride, this self-guided tour of Artists’ studios draws more than... Read more
Experience harvest season as it might have been over 100 years ago at Bronte Creek Provincial Park's historic Spruce Lane Farm. The Friends of Bronte Creek Park are planning 2 amazing days of demonstrations and activities. So many activities and demonstrations! Pick your own pumpkins (donation) Seasonal refreshments and food ($) Tour the 124 year... Read more
Our first Cushion Concert! Children and families join the show, dancing, clapping and singing along with infectious songs. Kids and their parents scat-sing, become a rhythm section and join Chris McKhool and his musical friends from Sultans of String on stage to play rare percussion instruments from around the world! Thank you to the Arts... Read more
For this garden journey, the Spirit Canoes represent and remind us of the teachings of the 7 Generations. The principle suggests that decisions made today be evaluated not only for their immediate impact but also for their potential effects on the seven generation to come. The Spirit Canoes, equipped with solar lighting and subtle fabric,... Read more
This online conversation between AGB’s Associate Curator Albany Sutherland with scholar and artist Dr. Melissa Twance will explore beadwork as a powerful site for Anishinaabe knowledge and decolonial practice. Shaped by the voices of eight Northern Ontario beadworkers, Dr. Twance’s research highlights how their work offers not only visual expression, but a generative practice of... Read more
2025 marks the centennial of Dr. Oscar Peterson, one of the great pianists in jazz history and a Canadian national treasure. It is fitting that his life and career be celebrated with this musical retrospective featuring some of Canada’s most important jazz musicians. For the occasion, the Oscar Peterson Centennial Quartet was formed and will... Read more
Welcome to Nickel Brook's 2nd Annual Beer Fest! Join us at Nickel Brook Brewing Co. for a celebration of brewing excellence. Get ready for a night filled with delicious craft beers, cider, cocktails, live music from Cheap Thrills, and great company. Enjoy on-site food trucks and sample a variety of unique brews in the festive atmosphere. This is an... Read more
Join Kale Black for a gentle meditation session designed to help you quiet your mind and relax into the present moment. Kale uses light verbal guidance, singing bowls, drumming, rain-sticks, and music to help attendees connect more deeply with themselves. Beginners and experienced meditators are welcome
Women have made significant contributions to STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) but their stories are often untold. This special exhibition shares some of these stories and provides recognition for the crucial role of women in STEM. Through text and images, the display tells the stories of historical and contemporary Women in STEM, their scientific contributions... Read more
Burlington is about to get a whole lot sweeter. On Saturday, October 4, 2025, the Burlington Butter Tart Festival will take over Burlington Centre (777 Guelph Line), bringing Ontario’s favourite indulgence to the heart of the city. The festival celebrates Canada’s iconic butter tart with dozens of bakers and vendors from across the province. From classic runny-centre tarts to... Read more
This unique family yoga class, created for children ages 4–10 and their caregivers, combines gentle yoga with the calming presence of free-ranging bunnies. After class, families are invited to spend a few minutes meeting the bunnies and learning about their care. What to Expect Yoga with Bunnies takes place on our farm in a bright,... Read more
Autumn is in the air, and Burlington Downtown is ready to celebrate the season with you. Mark your calendars, because on Saturday, October 4th, from 1:0 to 4:00 p.m., Falling for Burlington Downtown returns for its fourth season! This free fall tradition is the perfect chance to gather with family, friends, and neighbors for a cozy afternoon of local... Read more
Free access to the Royal Botanical Gardens! Register for the opportunity to see these amazing gardens brought to life with the magic of Children’s Literature. Book Swap & Shop | Échange et achat de livres! Bring your old books and trade them in for new-to-you stories. With french books available in partnership with Centre francophone Hamilton. Author... Read more
Saddle up for a sweet and spirited Sunday! Nickel Brook Brewing Co. is proud to present the very first Cowboy Boots & Butter Tarts, a family-friendly vendor market and country music celebration happening Sunday, October 5th, from 10 AM – 5 PM at our Burlington Taproom (3426 Mainway). Spend the day enjoying: 🤠 Guided Line Dancing with Urban Cowboy Line... Read more
Join the BSO as we celebrate the season of Thanksgiving with the music of Beethoven, Vivaldi, Benjamin (Daniel Wang, Oboe) and Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue: (Talisa Blackman, piano) Celebrate all the musical gifts we will receive this Thanksgiving. Program: Beethoven: “Symphony No. 6 (the Pastorale) Gershwin: “Rhapsody in Blue” (Special Guest Pianist: Talisa Blackman) Cimarosa: ... Read more
Each October, the Home Hospice Association hosts the Moonlit Memory Walk to raise funds to ensure compassionate care reaches people in the most vulnerable moments of life and loss. There are over 500 people who receive direct care through their programs, and thousands who engage with their education, grief support, and end-of-life initiatives. The Moonlit... Read more
A soiree of slow sips, curated finds and effortless French-girl heirloom portraits. Thursday, October 9th at Newly Inherited, Village Square. 422 Pearl Street, #23. Please choose a time slot which will be inclusive of your time to shop and your time to have your portrait taken solo or with friends. Included in your ticket is... Read more
John Prine is widely cited as one of the most influential songwriters of his generation. Essentially creating the americana and roots genres of music with his mixture of country, contemporary and folk music. The four-time Grammy Award winner & Lifetime Achievement recipient was known for humorous lyrics about love, life, and current events, as well... Read more
Have fun exploring the new exhibition, “Iron Willed: Women in STEM” at Joseph Brant Museum! We’ll learn about amazing discoveries and inventions, and try our hand at some experiments. Camp is for ages 5-12 and runs from 9:00am to 4:00pm.
A musical sharing of The Secret Path, a Canadian multimedia storytelling project created by The Tragically Hip’s Gord Downie and friends to promote awareness, education and thoughtful reconciliation. This concert will include local musical contributors and national artists. Gord Downie began Secret Path as ten poems incited by the story of Chanie Wenjack, a twelve year-old boy who... Read more
RBG’s “G scale” model train experience takes you on a journey through four seasons of whimsical Canadian landscapes while telling the story of how railroads shaped our history. The Escarpment Train Exhibit at Rock Garden illustrates three eras of locomotion history including the steam engines of the late 1800s, the streamliners of the 1930s and the powerful... Read more
Kick off the fall season at our FREE Food Fair! Join us on October 11th from 11 AM – 3 PM to enjoy the tastes of Thanksgiving and fall with a variety of sampling stations to explore.
RBG’s “G scale” model train experience takes you on a journey through four seasons of whimsical Canadian landscapes while telling the story of how railroads shaped our history. The Escarpment Train Exhibit at Rock Garden illustrates three eras of locomotion history including the steam engines of the late 1800s, the streamliners of the 1930s and the powerful... Read more
RBG’s “G scale” model train experience takes you on a journey through four seasons of whimsical Canadian landscapes while telling the story of how railroads shaped our history. The Escarpment Train Exhibit at Rock Garden illustrates three eras of locomotion history including the steam engines of the late 1800s, the streamliners of the 1930s and the powerful... Read more
Often referred to as the next Victor Borge, Sarah Hagen has transformed her award-winning role as “concert pianist” into a stand-up, or rather, sit-down comedy. Pairing anecdotes from the road with some of her favourite pieces by Chopin, Debussy, and Liszt, Sarah takes audiences deep inside the world of a classical musician as she shares... Read more
A favourite time of year for our ghosts and goblins. Campers on this weekend are invited to decorate their sites (enviro friendly - see blog), dress up, trick-or-treat (pending health guidelines) and join in on any Discovery programs offered that weekend. More Information will become available as we get closer to the Fall. More information?... Read more
The Great Pumpkin Trail returns to RBG! Follow the candlelit glow of hundreds of jack-o-lanterns deep within the recesses of the Hendrie Valley. Savor the flavors of the season with a selection of sweet and savory delights while enjoying live entertainment and pumpkin themed activities. New this fall, 10,000 REAL pumpkins will be arranged in artistic... Read more
One Stage. Five ICONS. One Unforgettable Night! Get ready to experience ICONS – a spectacular live concert event celebrating the unforgettable music of five of the most legendary voices of all time for one incredible night! Experience the magic of Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Frankie Valli, Neil Diamond, and Johnny Cash like never before –... Read more
This workshop, conducted by STEAMULATION Lab, will teach some explosive fun (the safe kind)! In this exciting workshop, kids become junior scientists and explore the amazing world of chemical reactions. We’ll make a volcano erupt, watch a balloon blow up all by itself, trap CO₂ in a bag, or may even see pasta dance in fizzy... Read more
An artists’ tour of Been there twice, haven’t got there yet (the space behind a thin screen, and prying eyes) with painters Russna Kaur and Azadeh Elmizadeh as they discuss their shared approaches to exploring abstraction, pattern, and personal memory. Azadeh Elmizadeh (b. 1987) is a Toronto-based, Iranian-Canadian painter whose works shift between figuration and abstraction, reflecting movements and techniques that span... Read more
After an amazing run in Toronto, Street Eats Market is bringing the Fall Harvest Market to Burlington! Get ready for two cozy weekends of fall fun, October 18th & 19th + 25th & 26th from 12-8PM daily and it's FREE ADMISSION! Here's what you can expect: Bonfires & S'mores Station FREE Face Painting Carnival Games... Read more
Join Sugar and Stuff to learn the basics of sugar cookies and decorate 6 Hallowe’en-themed cookies to get in the mood for spooky season! The 1.5 hour workshop will include piping practice with Royal Icing, information about the best ways to decorate sugar cookies, and will cover the general concepts around dough and icing. Everything... Read more
The Great Pumpkin Trail returns to RBG! Follow the candlelit glow of hundreds of jack-o-lanterns deep within the recesses of the Hendrie Valley. Savor the flavors of the season with a selection of sweet and savory delights while enjoying live entertainment and pumpkin themed activities. New this fall, 10,000 REAL pumpkins will be arranged in artistic... Read more
The Halton Outdoor Club welcomes adult members of all abilities to meet new people, be active outdoors in five non-competitive sports, and to have fun. There are opportunities to volunteer, learn, grow and connect year round. Join us at our Fall Information Fair, October 22nd from 6:30-8:30pm at the Burlington Lions Club, 471 Pearl St.,... Read more
James Barker Band Bud Light Buckle Up Tour with special guest Kalsey Kulyk James Barker Band is proof that big dreams can grow from small-town roots. Fueled by friendship, grit, and a shared love for storytelling, the band has gone from local dive bars to headlining stages across North America and Europe, amassing over 295... Read more
Date & Time: October 23 | 6pm-11pm (final entry 10pm) Location: Hendrie Park (680 Plains Road W. Burlington ON) Admission: This is a 19+ event. Pre-purchased tickets and valid I.D. required for entry. RBG’s Hendrie Park transforms under the cover of darkness for an exclusive adult-only Halloween celebration which is sure to send a chill up your spine! Come dressed... Read more
Timeless. Majestic. Unforgettable. Step into the world of Swan Lake – a story of love, magic, and triumph, brought to life through the powerful choreography of Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov, set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score. This production features all-new, hand-painted sets and over 200 custom-designed scenery elements, transforming the stage into a dreamlike landscape.... Read more
The Great Pumpkin Trail returns to RBG! Follow the candlelit glow of hundreds of jack-o-lanterns deep within the recesses of the Hendrie Valley. Savor the flavors of the season with a selection of sweet and savory delights while enjoying live entertainment and pumpkin themed activities. New this fall, 10,000 REAL pumpkins will be arranged in artistic... Read more
Visit Ireland House after dark to learn about death and mourning in the Victorian era. This guided tour experience will take you through Ireland House, draped in mourning, as you hear about the beliefs and superstitions associated with death, and the practical arrangements which had to be made. Tickets include light refreshments. Dates: October 10, 17,... Read more
Classic Albums Live and its roster of A-list musicians perform Michael Jackson’s Thriller, note for note, cut for cut. Released in 1982, the album broke ground and redefined the possibilities of pop music. It was produced by Quincy Jones, who previously worked with Jackson on his album Off the Wall (1979). With the ongoing backlash against disco music... Read more
Visit us on October 25 at Ireland House Museum for some Hallowe’en family fun! Try your hand at some tricky old-fashioned games for some treats while touring the historic home. There will be pumpkin spice scones on the hearth and you can try pressing your own apple cider in the Summer Kitchen. Children will also... Read more
After an amazing run in Toronto, Street Eats Market is bringing the Fall Harvest Market to Burlington! Get ready for two cozy weekends of fall fun, October 18th & 19th + 25th & 26th from 12-8PM daily and it's FREE ADMISSION! Here's what you can expect: Bonfires & S'mores Station FREE Face Painting Carnival Games... Read more
The Great Pumpkin Trail returns to RBG! Follow the candlelit glow of hundreds of jack-o-lanterns deep within the recesses of the Hendrie Valley. Savor the flavors of the season with a selection of sweet and savory delights while enjoying live entertainment and pumpkin themed activities. New this fall, 10,000 REAL pumpkins will be arranged in artistic... Read more
After an amazing run in Toronto, Street Eats Market is bringing the Fall Harvest Market to Burlington! Get ready for two cozy weekends of fall fun, October 18th & 19th + 25th & 26th from 12-8PM daily and it's FREE ADMISSION! Here's what you can expect: Bonfires & S'mores Station FREE Face Painting Carnival Games... Read more
The Great Pumpkin Trail returns to RBG! Follow the candlelit glow of hundreds of jack-o-lanterns deep within the recesses of the Hendrie Valley. Savor the flavors of the season with a selection of sweet and savory delights while enjoying live entertainment and pumpkin themed activities. New this fall, 10,000 REAL pumpkins will be arranged in artistic... Read more
Canada is a nation worth loving—and ranting about. Rick Mercer chronicles, satirizes, and ultimately celebrates all that is great and irreverent about this country. A national #1 bestselling author and the Governor General’s Award winner for Lifetime Artistic Achievement, Mercer is our most popular comic: a political satirist who knows exactly what matters to regular... Read more
When The Eagles stopped to catch their breath a few decades ago, having sold over 100 million records, collected six Grammy’s, and enjoyed six #1 albums, Hotel California began a pioneering journey through their history-making music that has taken them around the globe and thrilled hundreds of thousands of Eagles fans. It’s been a journey they could never have... Read more
Show Dates: October 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 and November 1. (October 18, 25 and November 1 include a matinee) Ages: All Ages Author: Mark Crawford Newly divorced Sarah has moved back home to live with her mom, Gail. But Gail has other things on her mind; why do her honeybees keep dying, what’s the deal with her... Read more
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