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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250914
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SUMMARY:Farmcrawl Hamilton
DESCRIPTION:Farm Crawl is an opportunity to get an inside look at the operations of many of our farms in Hamilton and the surrounding area. It is a self-directed event where you drive from farm to farm in any order you like to learn about local agriculture. You choose how many farms you would like to see and how much time to spend at each farm. Below is a map of the participating farms. \n\n\nParticipating farms to visit \n\n\nEvents taking place at each farm \n\n\nPlease present your tickets at the entrance of each farm you visit
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/farmcrawl-hamilton/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:Hamilton Area
CATEGORIES:Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T230000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T214703Z
UID:10024471-1757779200-1757804400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Park Crawl Hamilton
DESCRIPTION:Park Crawl will activate both Gore Park and John Rebecca Park simultaneously on select days during the summer\, designed to provide attendees with plenty of free and exciting family-friendly entertainment. The event will take place in both parks on June 13\, July 11\, August 8 and September 13 + 14. \nThroughout the event\, attendees can enjoy life-size games including Connect 4\, Jenga\, ladder toss\, cornhole and Chess\, free popcorn and cotton candy\, outdoor movies and more. Park Crawl will transform both of these public parks into exciting places for people of all ages to visit while in the downtown core for Art Crawl and Supercrawl. The event is rain-or-shine\, apart from severe weather\, and the BIA will notify people of any necessary cancellations as soon as possible through our social media channels. \nCheck the website for activities in each park.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/park-crawl-hamilton/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:Gore Park\, 1 Hughson St S\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Outdoor Movies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250914T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250914T230000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250604T123036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T214703Z
UID:10024472-1757865600-1757890800@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Park Crawl Hamilton
DESCRIPTION:Park Crawl will activate both Gore Park and John Rebecca Park simultaneously on select days during the summer\, designed to provide attendees with plenty of free and exciting family-friendly entertainment. The event will take place in both parks on June 13\, July 11\, August 8 and September 13 + 14. \nThroughout the event\, attendees can enjoy life-size games including Connect 4\, Jenga\, ladder toss\, cornhole and Chess\, free popcorn and cotton candy\, outdoor movies and more. Park Crawl will transform both of these public parks into exciting places for people of all ages to visit while in the downtown core for Art Crawl and Supercrawl. The event is rain-or-shine\, apart from severe weather\, and the BIA will notify people of any necessary cancellations as soon as possible through our social media channels. \nCheck the website for activities in each park.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/park-crawl-hamilton/2025-09-14/
LOCATION:Gore Park\, 1 Hughson St S\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Outdoor Movies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250917T133000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250915T002436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T002436Z
UID:10028698-1758114000-1758115800@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:French Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Amenez toute la famille à l’heure du conte et préparez-vous à lire. Bring the whole family to French storytime and get ready to read. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAmenez toute la famille à l’heure du conte et préparez-vous à lire. Découvrez des histoires\, des rimes\, de la musique\, des jeux de doigts et des tableaux de flanelle dans le cadre de ce programme interactif. \nBring the whole family to French storytime and get ready to read. Discover stories\, rhymes\, music\, finger plays and flannel boards at this interactive program.   \nSeptember 17 1:00-1:30 Central Branch \nOcrtober 15 1:00-1:30 Central Branch \nOctober 24 11:00-11:30 Kenilworth Branch 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/french-storytime/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250914T235011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T235012Z
UID:10026360-1758153600-1758239999@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Ancaster Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Ancaster Fair is back for its 175th year in 2025\, running from September 18 to 21 at the Ancaster Fairgrounds in Hamilton. This beloved fall tradition is a true celebration of community\, agriculture\, and family fun. Over four days\, the fairgrounds will be buzzing with energy as visitors explore livestock barns filled with cattle\, horses\, poultry\, and rabbits\, admire homecraft exhibits of baking\, canning\, photography\, and crafts\, and cheer on the excitement of the horse shows and the always-popular demolition derby. \nFor families\, the Ancaster Fair offers plenty to keep kids entertained. The midway is packed with rides and games for all ages\, and there are hands-on opportunities to get up close with farm animals. School-aged children even get free admission until 4:00 p.m. on Friday\, while preschoolers are free all weekend\, making it an affordable outing for parents. Entertainment runs throughout the fair\, with live music\, shows\, and special attractions that add to the festive atmosphere\, and of course\, no visit would be complete without sampling fair favourites like cotton candy\, candy apples\, and fries. \nWith free parking\, extended hours\, and something new to see at every turn\, the Ancaster Fair is designed to be a full day of discovery for families. It blends the charm of a traditional country fair with modern entertainment\, making it a must-visit event for anyone looking to enjoy the best of fall in Hamilton.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/ancaster-fair-2-2/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:Ancaster Fairgrounds\, 630 Trinity Road South\, Ancaster\, Ontario\, L0R1R0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals,Festivals and Markets,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250918T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250918T113000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250930T212656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T212723Z
UID:10028845-1758191400-1758195000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Lil' Kids Club
DESCRIPTION:Introducing the Hamilton Farmers’ Market Lil’ Kids Club! Once all the bigger kids are back to school\, join us at the Hamilton Farmers’ Market for toddler aged programming (0-4yrs) on Thursday mornings.\n\nStarting September 11th\, from 10:30-11:30AM\, join Darcy from Enchantment Theatre for a program that introduces the love of the Market through music\, storytelling\, and interactive play. It is designed to build a foundation of social skills and strong sense of community. \nClasses include singing\, interactive play\, instruments\, movement and listening activities.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/lil-kids-club/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:Hamilton Farmers Market\, 35 York Boulevard\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8R1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
GEO:43.2589258;-79.87032
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250827T114001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T114519Z
UID:10025888-1758240000-1758326399@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Fall Fair at HPL
DESCRIPTION:Fall fair fun and games. Join us for a variety of Fall Fair-inspired games and activities. \nSept 19 10-12 Valley Park Branch \nSept 19 10-11 Binbrook Branch \nSept 19 11-12 Barton Branch \nSept 19 1-2 Sherwood Branch  \nSept 20 10-11 Saltfleet Branch \nSept 20 3-4 Stoney Creek Branch \nOct 18 11-1 Central Branch \nOct 24 10-12 Terryberry Branch \nOct 24 2-4 Westdale Branch \nOct 25 2-4 Turner Branch
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/fall-fair-at-hpl/2025-09-19/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250914T235011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T235012Z
UID:10028321-1758240000-1758326399@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Ancaster Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Ancaster Fair is back for its 175th year in 2025\, running from September 18 to 21 at the Ancaster Fairgrounds in Hamilton. This beloved fall tradition is a true celebration of community\, agriculture\, and family fun. Over four days\, the fairgrounds will be buzzing with energy as visitors explore livestock barns filled with cattle\, horses\, poultry\, and rabbits\, admire homecraft exhibits of baking\, canning\, photography\, and crafts\, and cheer on the excitement of the horse shows and the always-popular demolition derby. \nFor families\, the Ancaster Fair offers plenty to keep kids entertained. The midway is packed with rides and games for all ages\, and there are hands-on opportunities to get up close with farm animals. School-aged children even get free admission until 4:00 p.m. on Friday\, while preschoolers are free all weekend\, making it an affordable outing for parents. Entertainment runs throughout the fair\, with live music\, shows\, and special attractions that add to the festive atmosphere\, and of course\, no visit would be complete without sampling fair favourites like cotton candy\, candy apples\, and fries. \nWith free parking\, extended hours\, and something new to see at every turn\, the Ancaster Fair is designed to be a full day of discovery for families. It blends the charm of a traditional country fair with modern entertainment\, making it a must-visit event for anyone looking to enjoy the best of fall in Hamilton.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/ancaster-fair-2-2/2025-09-19/
LOCATION:Ancaster Fairgrounds\, 630 Trinity Road South\, Ancaster\, Ontario\, L0R1R0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals,Festivals and Markets,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250827T114227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T114248Z
UID:10025893-1758290400-1758294000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Kids' Science Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Test your science knowledge in this fun competition for kids ages 6-12. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnimals! Plants! Physics! HPL brings the questions\, you bring the brains. Test your science knowledge in this fun competition for children ages 6-12. \n 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/kids-science-trivia/
LOCATION:HPL – Central Branch\, 55 York Boulevard\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N 4E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250914T235011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T235012Z
UID:10028322-1758326400-1758412799@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Ancaster Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Ancaster Fair is back for its 175th year in 2025\, running from September 18 to 21 at the Ancaster Fairgrounds in Hamilton. This beloved fall tradition is a true celebration of community\, agriculture\, and family fun. Over four days\, the fairgrounds will be buzzing with energy as visitors explore livestock barns filled with cattle\, horses\, poultry\, and rabbits\, admire homecraft exhibits of baking\, canning\, photography\, and crafts\, and cheer on the excitement of the horse shows and the always-popular demolition derby. \nFor families\, the Ancaster Fair offers plenty to keep kids entertained. The midway is packed with rides and games for all ages\, and there are hands-on opportunities to get up close with farm animals. School-aged children even get free admission until 4:00 p.m. on Friday\, while preschoolers are free all weekend\, making it an affordable outing for parents. Entertainment runs throughout the fair\, with live music\, shows\, and special attractions that add to the festive atmosphere\, and of course\, no visit would be complete without sampling fair favourites like cotton candy\, candy apples\, and fries. \nWith free parking\, extended hours\, and something new to see at every turn\, the Ancaster Fair is designed to be a full day of discovery for families. It blends the charm of a traditional country fair with modern entertainment\, making it a must-visit event for anyone looking to enjoy the best of fall in Hamilton.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/ancaster-fair-2-2/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Ancaster Fairgrounds\, 630 Trinity Road South\, Ancaster\, Ontario\, L0R1R0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals,Festivals and Markets,Hamilton
GEO:43.1885985;-80.04283
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250903T151609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T151609Z
UID:10025942-1758358800-1758384000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Battlefield Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\n\nGet ready for bushels of fall-time family fun in Battlefield Park! Start the morning off at the Pavilion with a delicious pancake breakfast cooked by the Stoney Creek Lions Club and then explore the activities\, demonstrations and treats throughout the park. Be sure to bring the little ones to the children’s activity area for crafts\, games\, prizes\, and more. The Gage House and Battlefield Monument will also be open for free tours throughout the day. Note: access to the Battlefield Monument is weather-dependent. \nFree entry to Park and Museum. Note: The pancake breakfast and children’s activity area\, require ticket purchase available on-site.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/battlefield-harvest-festival/
LOCATION:Battlefield House Museum\, 77 King St W\, Stoney Creek\, Ontario\, L8G 5E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250914T225550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T225550Z
UID:10028226-1758358800-1758384000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Battlefield Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for bushels of fall-time family fun in Battlefield Park! Start the morning off at the Pavilion with a delicious pancake breakfast cooked by the Stoney Creek Lions Club and then explore the activities\, demonstrations and treats throughout the park. Be sure to bring the little ones to the children’s activity area for crafts\, games\, prizes\, and more.  \nThe Gage House and Battlefield Monument will also be open for free tours throughout the day. Note: access to the Battlefield Monument is weather-dependent.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/battlefield-harvest-festival-2/
LOCATION:Battlefield House Museum\, 77 King St W\, Stoney Creek\, Ontario\, L8G 5E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals,Festivals and Markets,Hamilton
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250827T114001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T114519Z
UID:10025889-1758362400-1758366000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Fall Fair at HPL
DESCRIPTION:Fall fair fun and games. Join us for a variety of Fall Fair-inspired games and activities. \nSept 19 10-12 Valley Park Branch \nSept 19 10-11 Binbrook Branch \nSept 19 11-12 Barton Branch \nSept 19 1-2 Sherwood Branch  \nSept 20 10-11 Saltfleet Branch \nSept 20 3-4 Stoney Creek Branch \nOct 18 11-1 Central Branch \nOct 24 10-12 Terryberry Branch \nOct 24 2-4 Westdale Branch \nOct 25 2-4 Turner Branch
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/fall-fair-at-hpl/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250825T115827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T115827Z
UID:10025852-1758362400-1758369600@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Breakfast with Chase at the Powerhouse
DESCRIPTION:No job is too big\, no pup is too small—join Chase for a PAWsome breakfast! \nBring the family to The Powerhouse in Stoney Creek for a morning full of fun\, food\, and adventures with everyone’s favorite police pup from PAW Patrol—Chase! This is the perfect event for little fans who dream of joining the team. \nEvent Schedule\nBrunch: 10:00 AM – Enjoy a delicious breakfast with your family.Chase Arrives: 11:00 AM – Meet Chase\, snap photos\, and join in on pup-tastic activities! \nKids Tickets – $20 + HST & 18% Gratuity\nEach child’s ticket includes:✅ Breakfast & Drink✅ Meet & Greet with Chase✅ Photo Opportunities✅ Activities with Chase \nAdults – A La Carte\nAdults are welcome to enjoy brunch too! Please remember to add all adult guests to your cart at $0 when reserving so we can save your seats.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/breakfast-with-chase-at-the-powerhouse/
LOCATION:The Powerhouse\, 21 Jones St\, Stoney Creek\, Ontario\, L8G 3H9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T180000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250911T201614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T201614Z
UID:10026339-1758362400-1758391200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:St George Apple Fest
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a rural experience! Listed as a Top 100 Festival in Ontario – a FREE family festival where the pungent aroma of crisp\, ripe apples is in sharp contrast to the sweetness of candied apples! Over 120 vendors provide a kaleidescope of colour. FREE shuttle\, FREE parking. Accessible. FREE Saturday night Street Party. Coaches welcome.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/st-george-apple-fest/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Downtown St George\, 36 Main Street South\, St George\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals,Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250915T005031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T005031Z
UID:10028707-1758366000-1758369600@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Build Your Dream School
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the school year with a Pete the Cat storytime\, then bring your dream school to life with MAGNA-TILES®.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/build-your-dream-school/
LOCATION:Select Indigo and Chapters stores\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free,Hamilton,Kitchener / Waterloo,Milton,Mississaga,Niagara Area,Oakville
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250914T235011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T235012Z
UID:10028323-1758412800-1758499199@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Ancaster Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Ancaster Fair is back for its 175th year in 2025\, running from September 18 to 21 at the Ancaster Fairgrounds in Hamilton. This beloved fall tradition is a true celebration of community\, agriculture\, and family fun. Over four days\, the fairgrounds will be buzzing with energy as visitors explore livestock barns filled with cattle\, horses\, poultry\, and rabbits\, admire homecraft exhibits of baking\, canning\, photography\, and crafts\, and cheer on the excitement of the horse shows and the always-popular demolition derby. \nFor families\, the Ancaster Fair offers plenty to keep kids entertained. The midway is packed with rides and games for all ages\, and there are hands-on opportunities to get up close with farm animals. School-aged children even get free admission until 4:00 p.m. on Friday\, while preschoolers are free all weekend\, making it an affordable outing for parents. Entertainment runs throughout the fair\, with live music\, shows\, and special attractions that add to the festive atmosphere\, and of course\, no visit would be complete without sampling fair favourites like cotton candy\, candy apples\, and fries. \nWith free parking\, extended hours\, and something new to see at every turn\, the Ancaster Fair is designed to be a full day of discovery for families. It blends the charm of a traditional country fair with modern entertainment\, making it a must-visit event for anyone looking to enjoy the best of fall in Hamilton.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/ancaster-fair-2-2/2025-09-21/
LOCATION:Ancaster Fairgrounds\, 630 Trinity Road South\, Ancaster\, Ontario\, L0R1R0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals,Festivals and Markets,Hamilton
GEO:43.1885985;-80.04283
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250921T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250605T120116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T214659Z
UID:10024479-1758445200-1758463200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Vintage Wheels and Wings
DESCRIPTION:See hundreds of vintage vehicles along with our famous vintage aircraft collection!
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/vintage-wheels-and-wings/
LOCATION:Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum\, 9280 Airport Rd\, Mount Hope\, Ontario\, L0R 1W0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hamilton,Planes, Trains and Vehicles
GEO:43.1597961;-79.925037
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum 9280 Airport Rd Mount Hope Ontario L0R 1W0 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9280 Airport Rd:geo:-79.925037,43.1597961
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250911T200135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T200135Z
UID:10026336-1758445200-1758470400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Organic Apple Picking and Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:A full day of fall fun! Pick organic apples\, join kids’ cooking classes\, ride a tractor & explore our beautiful farm. Extra charge applies for tractor rides and cooking classes.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/organic-apple-picking-and-fall-festival/
LOCATION:Paradise Fields Organic Farm\, 3355 Golf Club Road\, Binbrook\, Ontario\, L0R 1P0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals,Hamilton
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250911T201614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T201614Z
UID:10026340-1758448800-1758474000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:St George Apple Fest
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a rural experience! Listed as a Top 100 Festival in Ontario – a FREE family festival where the pungent aroma of crisp\, ripe apples is in sharp contrast to the sweetness of candied apples! Over 120 vendors provide a kaleidescope of colour. FREE shuttle\, FREE parking. Accessible. FREE Saturday night Street Party. Coaches welcome.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/st-george-apple-fest/2025-09-21/
LOCATION:Downtown St George\, 36 Main Street South\, St George\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals,Free,Hamilton
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250922T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250922T180000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250915T001358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T001358Z
UID:10028327-1758560400-1758564000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Spanish Books Out Loud
DESCRIPTION:Sit back and relax as we read Spanish-language books aloud. Presented by AFH-Hamilton. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore Spanish-language books and practice your Spanish while meeting friends and doing group activities. Presented by Asociación Fraternidad Hispana – Hamilton (AFH-Hamilton) with support from Keetup Publishing House.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/spanish-books-out-loud-2/2025-09-22/
LOCATION:HPL – Central Branch\, 55 York Boulevard\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N 4E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250925T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250925T113000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250930T212656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T212723Z
UID:10028846-1758796200-1758799800@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Lil' Kids Club
DESCRIPTION:Introducing the Hamilton Farmers’ Market Lil’ Kids Club! Once all the bigger kids are back to school\, join us at the Hamilton Farmers’ Market for toddler aged programming (0-4yrs) on Thursday mornings.\n\nStarting September 11th\, from 10:30-11:30AM\, join Darcy from Enchantment Theatre for a program that introduces the love of the Market through music\, storytelling\, and interactive play. It is designed to build a foundation of social skills and strong sense of community. \nClasses include singing\, interactive play\, instruments\, movement and listening activities.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/lil-kids-club/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Hamilton Farmers Market\, 35 York Boulevard\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8R1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
GEO:43.2589258;-79.87032
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hamilton Farmers Market 35 York Boulevard Hamilton Ontario L8R1R6 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=35 York Boulevard:geo:-79.87032,43.2589258
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250925T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250827T114431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T114431Z
UID:10025894-1758816000-1758819600@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Kids' Trivia - Animals
DESCRIPTION:Test your trivia knowledge of animals in this fun competition for kids ages 6-12. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHPL brings the questions\, you bring the brains. Test your trivia knowledge about animals in this fun competition for children ages 6-12.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/kids-trivia-animals/
LOCATION:HPl – Saltfleet Branch\, 131 Gray Road\, Stoney Creek\, Ontario\, L8G 3V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250827T115353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T115353Z
UID:10025895-1758967200-1758974400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Create for Kids Hamilton
DESCRIPTION:Children are welcome to create crafts to cheer up other young children who are in local hospitals. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren are invited to make crafts to cheer up other young children who are at Ron Joyce Centre for Children and McMaster Children’s Hospital. For ages 4–12. Adult participation is encouraged. Presented by Create for Kids Hamilton.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/create-for-kids-hamilton/
LOCATION:HPL – Valley Park Branch\, 1050 Paramount Dr.\, Unit 12\, Stoney Creek\, Ontario\, L8J 1P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250915T005249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T005249Z
UID:10028708-1758970800-1758974400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Lego Make and Take at Indigo
DESCRIPTION:Build\, play\, and take it away—create a LEGO® game controller to bring home.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/lego-make-and-take-at-indigo/
LOCATION:Select Indigo and Chapters stores\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Guelph,Hamilton,Kitchener / Waterloo,Milton,Mississaga,Oakville
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250927T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250927T180000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250612T141234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T170111Z
UID:10025100-1758988800-1758996000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Forge FC Home Game
DESCRIPTION:Hamilton’s own Forge FC is back at Tim Hortons Field! Catch all the action\, cheer on the hometown team\, and enjoy an affordable\, high-energy outing the whole family will love. From the chants and music to the post-game fireworks\, Forge games are more than soccer—they’re an experience! 🧡 \n👉 Don’t miss their next home game — grab your tickets now and make it a family night out! \n 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/forge-fc-home-game/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:Forge FC\, 64 Melrose Avenue North\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hamilton
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250928T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250917T190236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T190438Z
UID:10028789-1759053600-1759068000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Saved by the Beep
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, September 28th\, 2025\, from 10:00am to 2:00pm\, at Station #2 located at 21 Fairview Drive\, Brantford. This is a FREE\, family-friendly community event in support of Ontario’s annual Test Your Smoke Alarm Day.\nWhat can you expect?o FREE BBQ from 11am-12:30pm (or until we run out!) Thank-you to Strodes BBQ & Deli for sponsoring the BBQ!o Free popcorn & cake (while quantities last)o Displays & giveaways from community partnerso Performance & teach back by Brantford’s Just Dance Line Dance Communityo Station tourso Fire truck tourso Bouncy castleo Face paintingo Balloon twisting by the Amazing Waldoo Escape mazeo PRIZES!o Hands on kits from The Home Depoto And much more!\nNeed a smoke alarm? Thanks to Kidde Canada\, we have been provided with over 200 battery-operated combination smoke & carbon monoxide alarms to provide free of charge to our community. These alarms will be handed out on a first-come-first-served basis at this event. These alarms will be limited to one per household.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/saved-by-the-beep/
LOCATION:Brantford Fire Station #2\, 21 Fairview Dr\, Brantford\, ON\, N3R 2W8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cambridge,Free,Hamilton,Planes, Trains and Vehicles
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250617T184006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T214543Z
UID:10025165-1759053600-1759075200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Open Streets Hamilton
DESCRIPTION:Join us for two amazing Sundays along the iconic King Street route\, from John Street to Gage Avenue\, where you can walk\, cycle\, roll and play along King Street East. This year\, we’ve extended the hours to 10 am to 4 pm to give you even more time to enjoy the route and all the activities and entertainment. Visit all 9 of the activity hubs! \nOpen Streets Hamilton promotes physical activity\, environmental sustainability\, and social inclusion. By opening our streets to people of all ages and abilities\, we create opportunities for healthier lifestyles\, stronger communities\, and a more vibrant city for everyone to enjoy.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/open-streets-hamilton/2025-09-28/
LOCATION:King Street\, Stoney Creek\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250923T002341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T002341Z
UID:10028804-1759053600-1759075200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Open Streets Hamilton
DESCRIPTION:Join us again as we transform King Street East into a temporary urban linear park of fun\, stretching from John Street to Gage Avenue. Open Streets is about enjoying the street itself!  \nDiscover open areas for recreation\, spontaneous play\, and connection — the street is yours to play. Visit activation hubs and local businesses along the route for live entertainment\, family-friendly activities\, community booths\, and more.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/open-streets-hamilton-2/
LOCATION:King St Hamilton – Open Streets\, John St to Gage Ave\, Hamilton\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250930T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250930T110000
DTSTAMP:20260611T003731
CREATED:20250915T000832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T001140Z
UID:10028325-1759228200-1759230000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join HPL staff for stories\, songs and rhymes that foster acceptance and inclusion\, celebrate family diversity\, being yourself and a love of reading.  
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/rainbow-family-storytime/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:HPL – Valley Park Branch\, 1050 Paramount Dr.\, Unit 12\, Stoney Creek\, Ontario\, L8J 1P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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