Weekend events in Hamilton August 18-19 2018
- Robert
- 17 Aug 2018
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Look no further. We’ve found a wide range of events across the city for all ages and interests to enjoy.
Here’s what’s happening in Hamilton this weekend.
Saturday
Stuff the Bus for Neighbour to Neighbour
Hamilton’s food banks are continuing to face a summertime shortage. To keep up with the city’s ongoing demand for goods, let’s give back by participating in Neighbour to Neighbour’s Stuff the Bus food drive.
Taking place at Freshco on Rymal and Upper Gage, help completely fill a bus with donated non-perishable food items. In previous years, this campaign has brought in over 33,000 pounds in food donations. If we work together, we can surely top that number.
The campaign takes place between 9 am and 4 pm. Please only donate non-perishable goods.
Endless Summer Festival
As an incredible send off to the summer season, Ancaster Fairgrounds is hosting the Endless Summer Festival.
With over 150 vendors, great live music, various food trucks to try and an exciting kid zone, it’s sure to be a fun filled day. The festival is for a great cause too – by attending Endless Summer, you’ll be supporting Lyme Disease Ontario.
Endless Summer takes place at the Ancaster Fairgrounds. Adult admission is $5 while kids get in for only $3. The festival runs from 10 am to 6 pm.
Dundas Cactus Festival
Dundas Cactus Festival is celebrating 43 years of food, fun and community.
Occurring every third weekend in August, the festival attracts visitors from across Canada and is the unofficial homecoming event for any and all who have lived in Dundas. This year’s festival will feature four different entertainment stages, plenty of event zones and over 100 street vendors.
The Dundas Cactus Festival takes place along King Street West between Market Street and York Road. The festival runs from 10 am to 10:30 pm. Admission is free.
Artsfest Waterdown
ArtsFest 2018 is a celebration of the arts in all its forms.
Taking place in downtown Waterdown, ArtsFest is the perfect family-friendly festival. This year, visitors can look forward to jazz, classical, folk and world music, as well as fine art exhibits, dozens of artisan vendors and all kinds of art activities.
ArtsFest is held at Griffin House and the surrounding area, running from 11 am to 11 pm. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.
Hamilton Greek Fest
Whether you’re proud to be Greek, love the culture or it’s all Greek to you, be sure to check out this year’s Hamilton Greek Fest.
This event is a great way to spend your Saturday with good friends, Greek music, Greek dancing, and of course delicious Greek food. There’ll be plenty of activities to participate in such as bubble soccer, Zumba dance classes, belly dancing demos and a great kid’s zone.
Greek fest takes place at Inch Park and runs from 12 to 11 pm. Parking and admission is free.
Sunday
Dundas Cactus Festival
Dundas Cactus Festival is celebrating 43 years of food, fun and community.
Occurring every third weekend in August, the festival attracts visitors from across Canada and is the unofficial homecoming event for any and all who have lived in Dundas. This year’s festival will feature four different entertainment stages, plenty of event zones and over 100 street vendors.
The Dundas Cactus Festival takes place along King Street West between Market Street and York Road. The festival runs from 11 am to 4 pm. Admission is free.
Farewell to Central Park
Central Park is due to close at the end of this month for a major redevelopment. Come on out and say farewell to the old park and see the plans for the new space!
At Farewell to Central Park, you will be able to meet neighbours, community groups as well as candidate running for Ward 2. There will be face painting, giveaways and prizes, Hamilton Ti-Cat giveaways and free food and beverages. There’ll even be cake!
The event takes place at Central Park and runs from 11 am to 4 pm. The event is completely free.
ArtsFest Waterdown
ArtsFest 2018 is a celebration of the arts in all its forms.
Taking place in downtown Waterdown, ArtsFest is the perfect family-friendly festival. This year, visitors can look forward to jazz, classical, folk and world music, as well as fine art exhibits, dozens of artisan vendors and all kinds of art activities.
ArtsFest is held at Griffin House and the surrounding area, running from 11 am to 9 pm. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.
Hamilton Latino Festival
The Latin American community in Hamilton has grown significantly in the last few years. As it has been a challenge to promote the images and traditions of Colombians and Latin Americans in Canada, the creators of Hamilton’s Latino Festival want to show Hamilton what being Latin American is all about.
Hamilton’s Latino Festival is absolutely jammed pack with fun for all ages. There will be dance classes, musical performances, a kids tent, vendors and food trucks. Let loose and put on your dancing shoes because this festival is going to be an all day party.
Hamilton Latino Festival takes place at T.B. McQuesten Park and runs from 11 am to 10:30 pm. Admission is free.
Hamilton Greek Fest
Whether you’re proud to be Greek, love the culture or it’s all Greek to you, be sure to check out this year’s Hamilton Greek Fest.
This event is a great way to spend your Sunday with good friends, Greek music, Greek dancing, and of course delicious Greek food. There’ll be plenty of activities to participate in such as bubble soccer, Zumba dance classes, belly dancing demos and a great kid’s zone.
Greek fest takes place at Inch Park and runs from 12 to 9 pm. Parking and admission is free.
There’s plenty to do and see this weekend, Hamilton. Get on out there and experience something new!
What will you be going to this weekend? Are you attending any of these events? Let us know in the comments.
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