Weekend events in Hamilton July 21-22 2018
- Robert
- 20 Jul 2018
Looking for something 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
Shop the Cotton Factory
Love supporting local artists? Come shop and get inspired this weekend at The Cotton Factory. More than 35 artists and makers will be displaying their works, all for you to enjoy and purchase.
If you’re looking for a unique gift, the makers here will have it. With products ranging from fine to modern art, handcrafted jewelry to candles, and all the way to home décor, there’s something for everyone.
The event runs from 11 am to 4 pm.
Burlington Food Truck Festival
Consider yourself a foodie? You can’t miss out on this year’s Burlington Food Truck Festival. This year’s festival features 40 food trucks, ice-cold beer, local performers, a children’s midway and eating challenges. No matter what your favourite kind of cuisine is, there’s bound to be something for the whole family to enjoy.
The food truck festival takes place at Spencer Smith Park and runs from 12 – 11 pm. Admission is free but make sure to bring your wallet to purchase some delicious eats!
Scottish Rite Ghost Walk
Step into the most mysterious address in Hamilton and go on a one-of-a-kind tour with the Scottish Rite Ghost Walk.
The fully indoor walk will take you on a tour of the 120-year-old castle-like mansion and its haunted rooms. Prepare to feel spooked; you may encounter the mansion’s strong woman spirit, night security, and the haunted room that everyone avoids.
The ghost walk takes place at the Scottish Rite Cathedral. There are multiple tour times to choose from with each lasting approximately 80 minutes. Adult tickets are $16 and are available online. This is for entertainment purposes only.
Hamilton Fringe Festival
Welcome to the fifteenth annual Hamilton Fringe Festival! Accessible, playful and engaging, the festival is an action-packed performance event that takes place every July.
Boasting more than 50 companies offering up musicals, dance, comedies, magic shows, dramas and family entertainment, there are nearly 400 performances to choose from.
With all different venues, Hamilton Fringe Festival’s performance times, prices, and age restrictions vary. The festival’s full schedule is available on their website, as well as a link to purchase tickets.
Hammer on the Harbour
Let loose this weekend with a party on Hamilton’s harbour.
The Hamilton Harbour Queen sets sail this weekend as your party destination. With a live DJ and an open dance floor, you can mix, mingle and dance your way into the night.
Hammer on the Harbour begins at 8 pm and sails until 11 pm. Tickets cost $28 and are available online. This is a 19+ event.
Sunday
Hamilton’s Children’s Museum: 40th Anniversary
The Hamilton Children’s Museum is celebrating 40 years of providing fun, interactive education to kids. To give back to the community and celebrate the museum’s anniversary, the museum is having a free day of fun.
The festivities include both indoor and outdoor activities, glitter tattoos, popcorn and refreshments.
The celebration runs from 10 am to 2 pm and is open to all ages. Admission is completely free.
Burlington Food Truck Festival
Consider yourself a foodie? You can’t miss out on this year’s Burlington Food Truck Festival. This year’s festival features 40 food trucks, ice-cold beer, local performers, a children’s midway and eating challenges. No matter what your favourite kind of cuisine is, there’s bound to be something for the whole family to enjoy.
The food truck festival takes place at Spencer Smith Park and runs from 12 – 9 pm. Admission is free but make sure to bring your wallet to purchase some delicious eats!
Free Community BBQ
Trinity Presbyterian Church invites you to celebrate summer and join them for a free summer barbecue.
The barbecue will feature delicious food, refreshing drinks and great company. While the adults mix and mingle, there will be plenty of fun activities for the kids.
The community barbecue takes place at Trinity Presbyterian Church and runs from 12 – 2 pm. All ages are welcome.
Steeltown Party
Steeltown Garage Co. is celebrating its first birthday in style. Whether you own a motorcycle or not, all are welcome to come and celebrate the shop’s milestone.
The celebration includes a raffle where 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Hamilton Interval House. Items being raffled off include a Biltwell Lanesplitter, a pair of Red Wing Iron Rangers and a perforated leather moto jacket. Fry Hard Canada will also be serving up some good eats.
The party goes from 12 – 5 pm. Admission is free but make sure you bring your wallet for the raffle tickets.
Hamilton Fringe Festival
Welcome to the fifteenth annual Hamilton Fringe Festival! Accessible, playful and engaging, the festival is an action-packed performance event that takes place every July.
Boasting more than 50 companies offering up musicals, dance, comedies, magic shows, dramas and family entertainment, there are nearly 400 performances to choose from.
With all different venues, Hamilton Fringe Festival’s performance times, prices, and age restrictions vary. The festival’s full schedule is available on their website, as well as a link to purchase tickets.
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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