10 Hamilton Halton Brant Experiences That Will Make Visitors Feel Right At Home
This summer, Hamilton Halton Brant is rolling out the red carpet and welcoming visitors to enjoy its fun-filled social scene, featuring a diverse mix of celebrations and experiences that showcase the area’s signature blend of art, music, food, and culture.
With GO Transit and VIA Rail, getting from Toronto into the region is easy and convenient, and you can pay your GO fare by tapping a PRESTO card or a contactless credit or debit card.
The Lakeshore West line will connect you to brings you from Exhibition Station to Oakville, Burlington and Hamilton with frequent departures, so you can hop on without overthinking it. Skip the traffic and hop on your choice of GO Train or Bus, sit back, relax and enjoy the FREE WiFi on your travels into the region. Plan your trip to the Heart of Ontario here.
The Kitchen Garden at Dundurn National Historic Site
Step into the lovingly restored Historic Kitchen Garden at Dundurn National Historic Site, where costumed staff are eager to chat about the over 200 heirloom varieties of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers grown for use in the historic kitchen.
Guided Chocolate Tasting Tours
Become an artisan chocolate expert with a Chocolate Tasting Tour at Hamilton’s Chocolate Tales. The interactive experience offers a behind-the-scenes tasting filled with fascinating facts about the origins of chocolate, how cacao is transformed into chocolate, flavour profiles from around the world, and what makes artisan chocolate unique.
Chudleigh’s Summer Music Nights
Spend a warm summer night at Milton’s Chudleigh Entertainment Farm enjoying live music, tasty food, and friendly vibes at Chudleigh’s Summer Music Nights. This season’s acts include tributes to Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, CCR, Coldplay, The Eagles and more. GO Bus Service 21 will bring you right to Milton or an Uber ride out would take you straight to the farm.
Hamilton Cider Trail
Designate a driver and spend a summer day exploring Hamilton, Dundas and St. George and meeting the passionate cider-making community along the Hamilton Cider Trail.
Pick-Your-Own Fruit & Flowers
Escape to Halton Hills at Andrew’s Farm Market and Winery in Milton for the ultimate farm-to-table experience picking fresh berries, or building your own bouquet of fragrant blooms.
Canada Day | July 1
Take part in celebrating the country on Canada Day with countless parades, events and fireworks across the region. Hope on the Lakeshore West line to Oakville, Burlington or Hamilton for their festivities and be a part of the dazzling display.
Hamilton Fringe Festival | July 15 – 26
Join the fun of the Hamilton Fringe Festival, a 12-day performing arts festival that lights up over 15 indoor and outdoor locations across the city with live comedy, theatre, music, dance, visual art, film, family fare, and more. Tap on and off the GO Transit and Hamilton public transport system using your credit card for easy access to the city-wide event.
CallHome Music Festival | July 24 & 25
Head to Brantford with a VIA Train ride for the biggest CallHome Music Festival yet, with live music, good vibes, and huge acts like Bush, Matthew Good, The Offspring, Econoline Crush, and more.
Lucky Lion Night Market | July 31 – August 2
Visit Hamilton’s Bayfront Park on the Civic Holiday weekend for delicious Asian food, Chinese lion and dragon dances, K-pop performances, games, and more at the Lucky Lion Night Market.
Paris Drinks Fest | August 14 & 15
Taste the fun that unfolds when the scenic riverside town of Paris pairs a diverse lineup of Canadian artists, including July Talk and The Strumbellas, with a curated showcase of Ontario craft beverages and local food at the popular Paris Drinks Fest.
Make the most of traveling with GO Transit by picking up a $10 One-Day Weekend Pass for unlimited weekend travel across the GO system — excellent value for a Saturday or Sunday day trip. Flashing your PRESTO card at participating locations would also provide discounts and savings for admission and entry fees!
Discover everything from culinary excellence to community history and culture, or ethnic celebrations to vibrant artistic expression in our communities. Find even more Hamilton Halton Brant summer festivals and events!