October 4
Telling Tales Festival Oct. 4-5
Join us at the RBG for FREE and accessible family fun! Meet over 100 of Canada’s leading children’s authors, illustrators, storytellers, and musicians. Programming is available for ages 0-6, 6-8, 9-12, and 13+! Register at TellingTales.org
September 20
Craft Fair & Food Drive- SEPT 20 10-3pm 521 West 5th St.
Hamilton Craft Market - Sat. Sept 20, 10-3pm - 521 West 5th St. Hamilton. Free admission, a FREE raffle ballot, Penny Sale, 52 Pick up game, more raffles, a BBQ and 30+ vendors all in support of Neighbour 2 Neighbour Food Drive.
Horseshoes - Hamilton Horseshoe Pitching Association
Indoor Horseshoes all year round. Tuesday nights are doubles, start time 7:30 pm and Thursday nights are League nights. Play 3 Tuesday night before deciding to become a member. Reasonable membership fee. Call 905-561-4344 for more details.
Sunday Night Progressive Euchre - RCL Branch 163
Every Sunday Night. 5:30 pm, set up 6:00 pm we start to play at 436 Limeridge Rd. E. $6 admission. Cash Prize for high score and low score and cash draw for people with successful lone hand.
Cornhole - Hamilton Horseshoe Club
Every Wednesday Night at 7:00 pm at the Hamilton Horseshoe Pitching Club, 170 Brockley Dr. Doubles, Blind Draw. Entry fee $10, first time players entry fee is $5. 50/50 draw. Airmail and Pile It On.
Downtown Stoney Creek prepares for Jazz in the Creek
Free Creekside event features live jazz, patio dining, exotic cars, motorcycles and an art exhibit. The event takes place on June 27, July 25, August 22, and concludes on September 26 from 5pm to 8pm along King St. E.
FREE FAMILY BREAKFAST - CVR Ministries Community
Upcoming Dates: Aug 9, Sep 13, Oct 11 & Nov 8. 10:00 am to 12:0 pm. 200 Sanford Ave. N. Join us as we feed families and change lives. Volunteers & donations needed.
www.cvrministries.org/give
September 28
Running for Rachael Event in support of suicide prevention
Join us Sept. 28 for running for Rachael and come support the Suicide Prevention Community Council of Hamilton's city-wide work to promote hope, help, and healing through crisis, training, and support groups.www.runningforrachael.com
Friday Fish & Chips - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 58
Every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at Branch 58, 1180 Barton St. East. Large $12.00, Small $10.00, desert available. All are welcome. branch58royalcanadianlegion.ca
Friday Night Karaoke - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 58
Friday nights from 7:00 to 11:00 pm at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 58 at 1180 Barton St. East. No cover charge. All are welcome. branch58royalcanadianlegion.ca
Bingo Every Saturday Afternoon - Royal Canadian Legion Br. 58
Saturdays afternoon from 12:30 to 3:30 pm doors open at 11:30 am. 1180 Barton St. East. All are welcome. branch58royalcanadianlegion.ca
Meat Draw Every Saturday - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 58
Every Saturday after Bingo from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at the Royal Canadian legion Branch 58, 1180 Barton St. East. All are welcome. branch58royalcanadianlegion.ca
September 19
Hamilton Originals: The Songs of Lennon & McCartney
Join us at The Westdale on Sept 19, to celebrate the music of John Lennon and Paul McCartney. Performed by acclaimed singer-songwriter Jacob Moon, multi-instrumentalist Chris Altmann, and guitar virtuoso Andrew Mactaggart.
Senior of the Year Awards
Oct. 14 at Carmen's Event Centre. Reception starts at 5pm. Tickets can be purchased in-person at any City of Hamilton municipal centre Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm until Oct. 7. hamilton.ca/seniorawards
September 20
Car Boot/Trunk Sale - St. John's Green
September 20 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, Set up at 7:00 am rain or shine at St. John’s Green, 37 Halson St. Ancaster. Sell your used belongings out of your car trunk. 20-ft. space for $25. Call: 905-648-2452 or 905-648-6910 for details.
September 2
Improve Your English with St. Charles (Continuous Intake)
Improve your English with St. Charles: English as a Second Language (ESL), Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC), English for Everyday Living, Citizenship Preparation, IELTS Test preparation, info: stcharles.ca/english
September 20
Special Historical Event - Murdoch Mysteries Author
Join the Head of the Lake Historical Society on Saturday, September 20 to hear author Maureen Jennings speak about Murdoch Mysteries. Doors open at 2 pm. Admission is $10. Tours of the Scottish Rite will follow the talk.
September 20
Join Us For A Boot Scootin Good Time Dance - RCL Branch 58
Join Us For A Night Of Boot Scootin Dancing At East Hamilton Branch 58 Royal Canadian Legion on Saturday, September 20th From 7:00 pm to 11:00 @ 1180 Barton St. East Hamilton.
September 26
HRIC's 4th Annual Truth and Reconciliation Gathering
Join HRIC for our 4th Annual Truth and Reconciliation Gathering Uplifting Our Children on Sep 26, from 11 am to 5 pm and 27 from 11 am to 4:30 pm at Gage Park's Bandshell. There will be vendors, raffles, speakers, performances, and more
Friday Night Mixed Darts - Branch 58 Royal Canadian Legion
Come Join Us For a casual Friday night mixed darts form 7:00 to 11:00 pm at East Hamilton Branch 58 Royal Canadian Legion, Located At 1180 Barton St. E. All are welcome.
September 2
Earn Credits at Your Existing Job Through St. Charles
Earn high school credits while working your existing job. Free course. Must be over 18 and an Ontario resident. Please go to stcharles.ca/coop for more information. Make an appointment today.
September 27
4th Annual Bryon Brown Memorial Steak Dinner
All welcome to our 4th annual Bryon Brown Memorial Steak dinner. Mark the date September 27. Cost $35.00 per person. For tickets contact: Marilyn Brown at ( 905) 679 3444
September 20
Steel City Oktoberfest in the Hammer
Join us Saturday, September 20 at the Germania Club for an unforgettable night of music, dancing, friendly competition & celebration! Live entertainment by the Nu-Tones with Special Guest, Canada's Polka King, Walter Ostanek!
September 9
Free Computer Job Readiness Training at St. Charles
Learn the computer skills you need to succeed in the workforce! Online & in-person available. Sept 9-Oct 16 (Tuesdays & Thursdays), morning & afternoon classes available. 905-577-0555 ext 5058 or email info@stcharles.ca
September 9
Free Computer Skills Upgrading at St. Charles
Know the basics but want to learn more? Includes Word, Excel & more. Online & in-person available. Sept 9-Oct 16, morning & afternoon classes available. 905-577-0555 ext 5058 or email info@stcharles.ca
September 8
Free Computer Class for Beginners - St. Charles
Sep 8 - Oct 1, Mon & Wed, morning & afternoon available. Free. 150 East 5th St. Hamilton. Call 905-577-0555 or email info@stcharles.ca to register, stcharles.ca/com1
September 2
Upgrade Your Academic Skills at St. Charles
St. Charles provides free academic upgrading for students in reading, writing, mathematics & computers. Sept-June, Mon-Thu 8:30am-3pm, Fri 8:30am–11:30am. stcharles.ca/lbs info@stcharles.ca
September 18
The Way of the Sword Film Talk Series at The Westdale
Sept. 18 at 7:00 pm. Travel with Ryan Ferguson to Japan as he continues his explorations into the hidden corners of a rich film culture, featuring four rarely screened cult classics followed by immersive talks.
September 23
True West by Sam Shepard - Staircase Theatre
Sept 23 - Oct 4, 7:00 pm. The Kitchen Sink Collective Presents at The Staircase Theatre: True West, Sam Shepard's dark comedy about sibling rivalry and shattered dreams. Join us for a night of laughter, beer and toast. Bring your sibling.
September 19
Sidewalk Sounds - The 5th and final series of the season
Friday, September 19 from 6 - 9pm. Pop Up vendors all through Upper Wentworth to East 24th. Free children's games of skill. Free Photobooth, mounted on a fridge magnet and much more. all are welcome.
September 16
2025 Telling Tales Merchandise
Hoodies, t-shirts, croc charms, keychains, socks, and more. See our 2025 merch inspired by our annual illustration by Sid Sharp. tellingtales.org/2025-telling-tales-merchandise/
September 28
Public Quilt Show will Take Over Corktown Park
On September 28, the first ever: PATCH: Hamilton Quilt Show, will take place in Corktown Park from 1 to 4 pm. The works of more than 30 local quilters will be on display for this free outdoor event. All are welcome.