Burlington Festivals
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What is going on in Burlington, Ontario? Check out this list of festivals: film, music, food, theatre, art and family-friendly festivals. If it is happening in Burlington, it is listed here.
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May 13
An incredible Special Event!
10:00 A.M. – 5:00P.M.
Ireland House at Oakridge Farm
Thanks to the generous support of Canadian Heritage, we are able to offer the public Free admission to the event.
We have a full day of activities planned for Mother's Day! Those attending can experience some great entertainment and live performances with Sophisticated Brass and the Burlington group “Hotsy Totsy” specializing in songs from the 1940s & 1950s. We will have Scottish dancing demonstrations at 1:30pm and 3:00pm.
The day will also include special guests & attractions such as historic gardening presentations, Pembroke Welsh Corgi dog show demonstrations and special presentations on Queen Elizabeth II and the British Monarchy by Robert Finch from the Monarchist League of Canada.
Hands-on activities will include making a traditional fascinator and a flower corsage arrangement with the horticultural society alongside festive crafts for children.
There will be royal ceremonies including a “knighting”, fencing demonstrations, royal horse and carriage rides (11:30am-3:30pm) & the chance to interact with Queen Elizabeth professional impersonator along with full access to the historic museum interpreted by our staff!
Book Your Royal Garden Tea Time!
Enjoy a traditional high tea enhanced with a special visit from our Queen. Your experience includes specialty sandwiches, scones, sweets and tea! This registration-only activity is $8 for adults and $5 for children 3-12. Your Royal Garden Tea Time is an extra component available at our free Queen’s Jubilee event.
Official Tea Times:
11:30 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
An incredible Special Event!
10:00 A.M. – 5:00P.M.
Ireland House at Oakridge Farm
Thanks to the generous support of Canadian Heritage, we are able to offer the public Free admission to the event.
We have a full day of activities planned for Mother's Day! Those attending can experience some great entertainment and live performances with Sophisticated Brass and the Burlington group “Hotsy Totsy” specializing in songs from the 1940s & 1950s. We will have Scottish dancing demonstrations at 1:30pm and 3:00pm.
The day will also include special guests & attractions such as historic gardening presentations, Pembroke Welsh Corgi dog show demonstrations and special presentations on Queen Elizabeth II and the British Monarchy by Robert Finch from the Monarchist League of Canada.
Hands-on activities will include making a traditional fascinator and a flower corsage arrangement with the horticultural society alongside festive crafts for children.
There will be royal ceremonies including a “knighting”, fencing demonstrations, royal horse and carriage rides (11:30am-3:30pm) & the chance to interact with Queen Elizabeth professional impersonator along with full access to the historic museum interpreted by our staff!
Book Your Royal Garden Tea Time!
Enjoy a traditional high tea enhanced with a special visit from our Queen. Your experience includes specialty sandwiches, scones, sweets and tea! This registration-only activity is $8 for adults and $5 for children 3-12. Your Royal Garden Tea Time is an extra component available at our free Queen’s Jubilee event.
Official Tea Times:
11:30 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
- Ireland House at Oakridge Farm Address: 2168 Guelph Line Burlington ON Canada L7P 5A8
Jun 14 to Jun 17
Burlington's Sound of Music Festival is a Free four-day summer music event that appeals to every generation. Several stages along Burlington's beautiful waterfront and downtown present a variety of entertainment for all music lovers. The Festival features many music genres including Jazz, Folk, Pop, Big Band, Country, Blues, Latin, and children's music, plus the Downtown Streetfest with street-side performers and outdoor patios! From new and emerging artists to Canadian icons and fan favourites, the Festival offers a fantastic musical line-up.
Burlington's Sound of Music Festival is a Free four-day summer music event that appeals to every generation. Several stages along Burlington's beautiful waterfront and downtown present a variety of entertainment for all music lovers. The Festival features many music genres including Jazz, Folk, Pop, Big Band, Country, Blues, Latin, and children's music, plus the Downtown Streetfest with street-side performers and outdoor patios! From new and emerging artists to Canadian icons and fan favourites, the Festival offers a fantastic musical line-up.
- Spencer Smith Park - Lakeshore Road Address: PO Box 5013 Burlington ON
TBA
From 11:30am - 3:30pm, choose from four tours of fine dining in downtown Burlington. Walk from restaurant to restaurant and at each of five stops meet the chef, sample the cuisine and an alcoholic beverage and listen to great entertainers. All to support the programs and services of Performing Arts Burlington.
From 11:30am - 3:30pm, choose from four tours of fine dining in downtown Burlington. Walk from restaurant to restaurant and at each of five stops meet the chef, sample the cuisine and an alcoholic beverage and listen to great entertainers. All to support the programs and services of Performing Arts Burlington.
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An annual event where teams from across North America compete in Burlington for the best ribs. Apart from flavourful food, the festival also features fun games and live music.
An annual event where teams from across North America compete in Burlington for the best ribs. Apart from flavourful food, the festival also features fun games and live music.
- Spencer Smith Park - Lakeshore Road Address: PO Box 5013 Burlington ON
TBA
Get spooked out this Halloween with The Museums of Burlington’s sensational Halloween event! Enjoy the scary holiday with tours of historic Ireland House showcasing mourning traditions throughout the years. Experience some funeral traditions through the generations of the Irelands!
Enjoy the contemporary celebration of Halloween with tons of activities and crafts for kids! Make a magic potion with The Witch in her creepy cabin! Put on a brave face and find your way through our haunted woodshed! March in a costume parade! Make some supernatural creations with Mad Science! See a breathtaking fire & ice show! Sink your fangs into delicious barbeque refreshments! Live entertainment for children and adults including costumed belly-dancing instructions! Fun carnival style games and attractions! Enjoy vendors and more!!!
Only $5.00 for children and $2.00 for adults. Every Family receives a complimentary pumpkin (While supplies last) and goody bags for the children.
Don’t miss out on all the fun this Halloween!
Get spooked out this Halloween with The Museums of Burlington’s sensational Halloween event! Enjoy the scary holiday with tours of historic Ireland House showcasing mourning traditions throughout the years. Experience some funeral traditions through the generations of the Irelands!
Enjoy the contemporary celebration of Halloween with tons of activities and crafts for kids! Make a magic potion with The Witch in her creepy cabin! Put on a brave face and find your way through our haunted woodshed! March in a costume parade! Make some supernatural creations with Mad Science! See a breathtaking fire & ice show! Sink your fangs into delicious barbeque refreshments! Live entertainment for children and adults including costumed belly-dancing instructions! Fun carnival style games and attractions! Enjoy vendors and more!!!
Only $5.00 for children and $2.00 for adults. Every Family receives a complimentary pumpkin (While supplies last) and goody bags for the children.
Don’t miss out on all the fun this Halloween!
- Ireland House at Oakridge Farm Address: 2168 Guelph Line Burlington ON Canada L7P 5A8
