Upcoming · Hamilton, ON
Things to Do in Hamilton, ON
Hamilton, Ontario is home to approximately 1,200 upcoming events, with around 750 scheduled for the next thirty days. About ten percent of these listings are free, offering accessible options for residents and visitors alike. The largest categories include concerts and live music, food and drink experiences, wellness and mindfulness activities, workshops and classes, business networking opportunities, and community social gatherings. Major venues hosting these events feature the TD Coliseum, Eataly Sherway Gardens, McMaster Children's Hospital Hamilton Health Sciences, FirstOntario Concert Hall, Chocolate Tales Hamilton Chocolate Making Studio, The Studio, and others. Notable performers with upcoming dates include the Hamilton Hammers, PWHL Hamilton, Toronto Rock, Monster Jam, and Forge FC. Founded in 1846 and having a population of about 570,000 according to 2021 data, this city provides a diverse range of activities for those deciding what to do this month.
City facts
- Population
- 569,353 (2021)
- Elevation
- 75 m
- Founded
- 1846
Source: Wikidata
Categories
Concerts & Live Music177Theater & Performing Arts98Comedy7Festivals1Exhibitions & Art14Museums & Heritage4Food & Drink168Markets & Fairs5Sports & Fitness112Family & Kids47Nightlife & Clubbing32Hiking & Outdoors11Workshops & Classes139Talks & Lectures17Movies & Film18Community & Social118Business & Networking114Wellness & Mindfulness140Seasonal & Holiday76Literary2Conferences & Summits2Games1🎃 Halloween🎄 ChristmasThings to do
Wellness ClassesHockeyNetworking EventsSocial GatheringsWorkshops & TrainingPopConferencesClassicalRockPanel & Seminar
TD ColiseumEataly Sherway GardensMcMaster Children's Hospital - Hamilton Health SciencesFirstOntario Concert HallChocolate Tales - Hamilton Chocolate Making Studio, Classes, Team Building, Birthday PartiesThe StudioAncaster FairgroundsMoxies Hamilton RestaurantChocolate Tales StudioCorktown Irish Pub, TheOXIGIN CLUBChocolate Tales - Hamilton Chocolate Making Studio
Fri, Oct 16
Sold out10:00 a.m. · Free
Harrington's Private Fine Art Buying & Consignment Event in Dundas
RCL Branch 36 · 280 King St W, Hamilton, ON L9H 1W1
Business & Networking
Free
10:00 a.m. · Free
Harrington's Jewellery and Timepieces Buying Event - By Appointment Only
RCL Branch 36 Dundas · 280 King St W, Hamilton, ON L9H 1W1
Business & Networking
Free
11:00 a.m. · See listing
Magical Mississauga Scavenger Hunt
Halo Espresso Bar · 3024 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, ON L5B 4M4
Hiking & Outdoors
See listing
11:00 a.m. · $19.56 +
ETOBICOKE Women's Networking: Elevate & Connect for Women in Business
152 Thirtieth St · 152 Thirtieth Street, Toronto, ON M8W 3C4
Business & Networking
$19.56 +
11:00 a.m. · See listing
Merry Milton Scavenger Hunt
Blossom Café by Chudleigh's · 176 Main Street East, Milton, ON L9T 1N8
Community & Social
See listing
11:00 a.m. · Free
Ontario Skills & Employment Expo (FREE)
3660 Hurontario St #500 · 3660 Hurontario Street #500, Mississauga, ON L5B 3C4
Business & Networking
Free
1:00 p.m. · $53.92 +
Sgraffito Painting at Artventures Oakville Lakeshore
Artventures Oakville Lakeshore/Bronte · 2359 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville, ON L6L 1H4
Workshops & Classes
$53.92 +
Sold out1:00 p.m. · $108.47 +
Turkish Mosaic Swan Lamp Workshop at Artventures Oakville Bronte
Artventures Lakeshore / Bronte · 2359 Lakeshore Rd. W., Oakville, ON L6L 1H4
Workshops & Classes
$108.47 +
1:00 p.m. · $28.25 +
Pottery wheel workshop at Artventures Lakeshore/Bronte
Artventures Lakeshore / Bronte · 2359 Lakeshore Rd. W., Oakville, ON L6L 1H4
Workshops & Classes
$28.25 +
Sold out1:00 p.m. · $135.22 +
Turkish Mosaic Moon Lamp Workshop at Artventures Oakville Bronte
Artventures Lakeshore / Bronte · 2359 Lakeshore Rd. W., Oakville, ON L6L 1H4
Workshops & Classes
$135.22 +
1:00 p.m. · $106.33 +
Pottery wheel class for couples at Artventures Oakville Bronte
Artventures Lakeshore / Bronte · 2359 Lakeshore Rd. W., Oakville, ON L6L 1H4
Workshops & Classes
$106.33 +
1:00 p.m. · $54.99 +
Glass fusing for couples at Artventures Oakville Bronte
Artventures Lakeshore / Bronte · 2359 Lakeshore Rd. W., Oakville, ON L6L 1H4
Workshops & Classes
$54.99 +
Sold out1:00 p.m. · $81.73 +
Turkish Mosaic Genie Lamp Workshop at Artventures Oakville Bronte
Artventures Lakeshore / Bronte · 2359 Lakeshore Rd. W., Oakville, ON L6L 1H4
Workshops & Classes
$81.73 +
1:00 p.m. · $49.64 +
Bedazzle & Dine: A DIY Bedazzling Party ✨
Blackstone steakhouse Xpress · 236 Queen Street South, Mississauga, ON L5M 1L5
Workshops & Classes
$49.64 +
Sold out1:00 p.m. · $81.73 +
Turkish Mosaic Aladdin Lamp Workshop at Artventures Oakville Bronte
Artventures Lakeshore / Bronte · 2359 Lakeshore Rd. W., Oakville, ON L6L 1H4
Workshops & Classes
$81.73 +
2:00 p.m. · $13.54 +
Galaxy - Hamilton Psychic & Crystal Fair
Courtyard by Marriott Hamilton · 1224 Upper James Street, Hamilton, ON L9C 3B1
Community & Social
$13.54 +
2:00 p.m. · $13.54 +
Galaxy - Guelph Psychic & Crystal Fair
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 234 · 57 Watson Parkway South, Guelph, ON N1L 0H8
Community & Social
$13.54 +
4:30 p.m. · See listing
A Wheely Good Time - Road Safety
1175 Main St E · 1175 Main Street East, Hamilton, ON L8M 1P5
Community & Social
See listing
Sold out6:00 p.m. · $47.08 +
Paint Nite • Williams Fresh Cafe Burlington • Burlington
Williams Fresh Cafe Burlington · 1250 Brant St, Burlington, ON L7P 1X8
Family & Kids
$47.08 +
6:00 p.m. · $95 +
In-Person Painting Class | All Levels | Ages 12+ | Art Workshop
York Art Studio · 90 Pleasant Avenue, Hamilton, ON L9C 4M7
Workshops & Classes
$95 +
6:00 p.m. · $76.84 +
Truffle Making 101 (Hamilton Location)
Chocolate Tales - Hamilton Chocolate Making Studio · 430 York Boulevard, Hamilton, ON L8R 3K8
Food & Drink
$76.84 +
6:00 p.m. · $25.57 +
BoardGains Bootcamp: Roll. Move. Sweat.
Habitual Fitness & Lifestyle · 3611 Mavis Road # 12-15, Mississauga, ON L5C 1T7
Sports & Fitness
$25.57 +
7:00 p.m. · Free
RAM Rodeo Championship Finals 2026 - FULL WEEKEND PASS (4 SHOWS)
Ancaster Fairgrounds · 630 Trinity Road South
Sports & Fitness
Free
7:00 p.m. · $28.25 +
Hamilton for Haiti
Architect Hair Design · 324 James Street North, Hamilton, ON L8L 1H2
Community & Social
$28.25 +
7:00 p.m. · $90 +
Elias J TV Band
Oasis Convention Centre · 1036 Lakeshore Road East, Mississauga, ON L5E 1E4
Concerts & Live Music
$90 +
7:00 p.m. · $27.96 +
Lone Star and Laundry and Bourbon
Crown and Press - A Julia Veenstra Gallery and Cafe, Ottawa Street North, Hamilton, ON, Canada · 303 Ottawa Street North, Hamilton, ON L8H 3Z8
Theater & Performing Arts
$27.96 +
7:00 p.m. · $40 +
The Paranormal Magic Show
Power House Recreation Centre · 65 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive, Toronto, ON M8V 4B6
Theater & Performing Arts
$40 +
7:00 p.m. · Free
RAM Rodeo Championship Finals 2026 - Friday
Ancaster Fairgrounds · 630 Trinity Road South
Sports & Fitness
Free
7:00 p.m. · $0 +
Navratri - Summit Park Gujarati Community
Saltfleet District High School · 108 Highland Road West, Hamilton, ON L8J 2T2
Community & Social
$0 +
7:00 p.m. · $22.63 +
DAYFEST
The Rec Room Square One · 100 City Centre Drive #1-705, Mississauga, ON L5B 2C9
Concerts & Live Music
$22.63 +
Plan ahead
Make a Crystal and Gemstone Necklace (All Materials Included!)
Thu, Nov 19 · apothe.ka
Kpop Club Night in Hamilton - Hypnotize Version
Thu, Nov 12 · MANSION
An Engineer's View of Lime-Mortared Masonry with International Expert
Wed, Nov 4 · Burlington Golf & Country Club
Business Networking Meet-Up
Tue, Nov 3 · Staples Studio
CBN Oakville: The Future of Group Benefits – Industry Innovation
Thu, Nov 26 · Holiday Inn & Suites Oakville @ Bronte
Romance Book Fair & Market - Free Entry in Hamilton Ontario!
Sat, Dec 5 · Hamilton Convention Centre
Halloween at Lobby
Sat, Oct 31 · Lobby Hamilton
15FirstDates Mississauga Speed Dating (Age 35-45)
Thu, Nov 12 · Cineplex JUNXION
Frequently asked questions about events in Hamilton
- Are there free events available in Hamilton?
- Yes, approximately ten percent of the listed events are free. These free options span various categories including concerts, food experiences, and community gatherings.
- Which venues host the most events in this city?
- The TD Coliseum and Eataly Sherway Gardens have the highest number of upcoming listings. Other frequent hosts include McMaster Children's Hospital Hamilton Health Sciences, FirstOntario Concert Hall, The Studio, and Chocolate Tales.
- What are the most common types of events listed?
- The most common event types are concerts and live music with about 200 listings, followed by food and drink and wellness and mindfulness with about 150 each. Workshops, business networking, and community social events each have around 100 listings.
- Who are some of the performers with upcoming dates?
- Performers with upcoming dates include the Hamilton Hammers, PWHL Hamilton, Toronto Rock, Monster Jam, and Forge FC. These acts appear across various event types within the city's programme.