If you’re involved in competitive sport, there’s a good chance you’ve spent, or will be spending some time in Brantford. The city that’s proud to call Wayne Gretzky its son has also earned the title of the Tournament Capital of Ontario.

In addition to boasting a range of excellent sports facilities for tournament play, Brantford offers delightful diversions for teams and parents in between games. Here are just a few ideas to keep you busy after the whistle blows.

 

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Now thru December 31

Introductory Flight Lesson

Brantford Flight Centre

110 Aviation Ave. Brantford, ON N3T 5L7, Canada

Dates: All year round Cost: $152.55 including HST

Now thru December 6

The Mead Explorer Class

Backed By Bees

6214 Appleby Line, Burlington, Ontario L7M 0P7

Date: Multiple dates through the year Time: 1:00pm Cost: $94.99

September 25

RBG After Dark: So Long Summer

Royal Botanical Gardens

680 Plains Road West, Burlington, ON, L7T 4H4

Date & Time: September 25, 2025 from 6:30pm - 10:30pm Tickets: $25 (+hst) per person...

Now thru September 1

Hamiltonian Tour Boat

Hamilton Waterfront – Pier 8

47 Discovery Drive, Hamilton, ON L8L 8K4

Open Weekends Only until June 29th. Daily from June 29th to September 2nd. Price (includes...

Now thru December 31

Music Bingo at Flux

Flux Brewing Company

185 Oakland Rd, Scotland, ON N0E 1R0

Date & Time: January 15th and every 2nd Wednesday of the week, 6:00pm to 8:00pm...

Now thru August 21

Behind the Scenes Tour

658 Catharine St N, Hamilton, ON L8L 8K4

Dates & Time: June 19th, July 17th, and August 21st from 5:30pm - 7:00pm Cost:...

August 21

RBG After Dark: Hot Summer Sizzle

Royal Botanical Gardens

680 Plains Road West, Burlington, ON, L7T 4H4

Date & Time: August 21, 2025 from 6:30pm - 10:30pm Tickets: $25 (+hst) per person...

Now thru November 4

Rural Routes and River Retreat

Woodstock and Paris, ON

Dates: The 3-day package is available Sunday to Tuesday on select dates May 4 through...

June 22, 2025

Cholera and Industrial Heritage Cemetery Tour

Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology – National Historic Site

The Hamilton Cemetery, 777 York Blvd., Hamilton

Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Cost: FREE Ages: All

Now thru December 31

Hamilton Civic Museums Virtual Tours

28 James St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 1A1

July 5 - September 20

Bee Beard Experience

Backed By Bees

6214 Appleby Line, Burlington, Ontario L7M 0P7

Dates: Jul 5th, Aug 2nd, Sep 20th Time: 1:00pm Price: $249.99

Now thru December 31

All Natural Skincare Workshop

Backed By Bees

6214 Appleby Line, Burlington, Ontario L7M 0P7

Dates and Times: March 1st - 1:30pm to 3:30pm March 20th - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

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