Creative spirits take flight at Hamilton Halton Brant’s many performing arts venues. First-class theatre, live music, dance and entertainment are on the program almost every night of the year.

Core Entertainment’s FirstOntario Concert Hall, Hamilton
Featuring year-round concerts, dance performances and live theatre, FirstOntario Concert Hall is known for its gorgeous interior and spectacular acoustics. It is also the home of the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra. In the same building, the Studio is an award-winning venue that provides an ideal setting for intimate theatre events, concerts and other live performances.

Core Entertainment’s FirstOntario Centre, Hamilton
FirstOntario Centre is one of North America’s premier entertainment venues, housing a variety of spectacular concert and sporting events each year.

Theatre Aquarius, Hamilton
Recognized as a leader in Canadian theatre, Theatre Aquarius is Hamilton’s professional theatre. It stages 148 performances of 6 mainstage productions each year at the Dofasco Centre for the Arts, which houses a fully equipped 750 seat proscenium style auditorium.

Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts, Brantford
A downtown Brantford entertainment destination since 1919, the Sanderson Centre’s magnificent design and architecture represents a remarkable past and reflects the evolution and growth of heritage and culture today.

Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts, Oakville
Enjoy live theatre, dance and music 260 nights of the year at this home of the best local and international live entertainment right in the heart of downtown Oakville.

Burlington Performing Arts Centre, Burlington
Enjoy excellent sightlines and proximity to the stage, world-class acoustics and an intimate connection to the performers on stage at the only freestanding green performing arts centre in Canada.

FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton, Milton
The FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton is the community’s cornerstone for creativity! Imagination ignites in this unique, state-of-the-art facility offering exciting performing, visual, media and literary arts experiences for all ages.


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Now thru January 1

Museums Burlington Online Galleries

Joseph Brant Museum

1240 North Shore Boulevard East, Burlington, ON, L7S 1C5

Now thru October 31

Ghost Walks Dundas

Ghost Walks

2 King St W Dundas, Ontario

Dates: Jul 26th; Aug 9th & 24th; Sept 21st & 28th; Oct 3rd, 6th, 10th,...

Now thru October 31

Pick Your Own Produce at Murphy’s Country Produce

Murphy’s Country Produce Ltd

2040 Guyatt Road, RR # 1, Binbrook, ON, L0R 1C0

Days and Times: Mon to Fri - 7:30am to 7:30pm, Sat & Sun - 7:30am...

Now thru October 20

Sound Bath Meditation Experience

Staycation Beach and Boat Rentals Inc.

Beachway Park, 1100 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington

Dates: Multiple days throughout the summer Price: Single Pass - $69.95, 3 Pass - $180,...

Now thru November 15

Grand Experiences: Big Creek Eco-Adventure

Grand Experiences Outdoor Adventure Company

113 Grand River Street North, Paris

Date & Times: Every day, starting at 9:00am Price: varies depending on choice of boat

Now thru October 15

Grand Overnight Camping Adventure

Grand Experiences Outdoor Adventure Company

115 Grand River Street North, Paris, ON, N3L 2M4

Dates and Times: Offered every day - book ahead! Price: Varies depending on boat choice

Now thru August 28

Lets go Birding! (for Beginners)

Royal Botanical Gardens

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

Dates and Time: Jul 10th, Jul 21st, Aug 1st, Aug 24th, Aug 28th - 9:00am...

Now thru July 31

Pick Your Own Berries at Lindley’s Farm & Market

Lindley’s Farm

900 Fiddlers Green Rd, Ancaster, ON L9G 3L1

Dates and Times: Daily - 8:00am to 2:00pm (weather permitting) Bring your own container with...

Now thru December 6

Poetry Night at Dog-Eared Cafe

Dog-Eared Cafe

121 Grand River St N, Paris, ON

Dates and Times: 1st Fri of every month - 6:30pm to 9:30pm

Now thru October 13

A Day of Play: Traditional Indigenous Games

Six Nations Tourism

2498 Chiefswood Road, Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0

Season Dates: May 18th to Oct 13th Price: $70.00/person for a group of less than...

Now thru July 27

Wandering Wellness Summer Retreat Series

Up Yoga & Wellness

100 Dundas St. East, Paris Ontario

Dates & Times: Jul 13th & 27th, 10:30am to 4:30pm Event Price: $250.00 per person

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