Visit Dundurn Park for a fantastic fun-filled afternoon that promises enjoyment for all ages! Step into the history of Decoration Day which began in 1890 as a day to honour veterans and join us to commemorate this annual tradition with free family-friendly activities. Get up close to authentic military vehicles, meet soldiers dressed in period […]
Enjoy lots of fun for all ages at the annual Mayor's Historical Picnic. Bring your own lunch and lawn chair and enjoy live music, dance performances, crafts, games, and more.
Join us for treats and kids' programming. Admission is free, but donations in support of the Open Doors program greatly appreciated.
Join us in-store for our free friendship bracelet making event. Customize and share with your BFF! While supplies last.
After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana reunites with the demigod Maui and journeys with her crew to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters to find the lost island of Motufetu, break its curse, and reconnect the people of the ocean.
Join your fellow book lovers for games, crafts, and activities that explore everything we love about reading and books! Ages 5-8 This program is ticketed. Tickets are required, limited, and vary by branch. Tickets will be distributed 15min prior to program start.
Celebrate dad with the delicious pairing of local craft beer and artisanal cheese! Join us on Sunday, June 8, 2025 for our “Dad’s Night Out: Beer & Cheese Tasting Workshop” at Joseph Brant Museum. The evening will feature a 1-hour interactive workshop pairing a selection of craft beers from Northern Crow Brewing with complimentary artisanal […]
Watch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short walk from Princess Point accessed along the Desjardins Trail. Operation lasts around 30 minutes. The Fishway will be open Monday - Friday at 2:30pm during March […]
Visit us to participate in a MAGNA-TILES® Master Builders challenge! This week's theme will be available in-store to inspire kids on what to build! Complete the challenge, and photograph your build for your chance to win a $50 prize!
Join HPL staff for stories, songs and rhymes that foster acceptance and inclusion, celebrate family diversity, being yourself and a love of reading. June 5 10:30-11:00am Carlisle June 5 11-11:30am Stoney Creek June 7 10-10:30am Central June 9 10-10:30am Kenilworth June 12 6:30-7:30pm Dundas June 17 10-10:30am Greensville June 24 10-10:30am Sherwood June 24 10-10:30am […]
Celebrate Senior's Month by bringing your grandparent to storytime! Ages 6M-5Y Join us for storytime fun, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member. This program is ticketed. Tickets are required, limited, and vary by branch. Tickets will be distributed 15min prior to program start. Check the website for times and […]
Listen to live music in a series of concerts at Hamilton Public Library - check the website for performer schedules. Monday, June 09: 1:00pm - 1:45pm Valley Park Friday, June 13: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Binbrook Saturday, June 21: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Turner Park Monday, July 07: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Pier 8 Waterfront Friday, July 11: […]
Join us Monday nights at the Cruisin’ Car Show in the Canadian Tire/Burlington Centre Parking LotMay 12 to Sept 29 20255PM-8PM excluding long weekendsOur mission is to create a vibrant & engaging space where car enthusiasts can showcase their passion for automobiles while doing good for the community
Watch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short walk from Princess Point accessed along the Desjardins Trail. Operation lasts around 30 minutes. The Fishway will be open Monday - Friday at 2:30pm during March […]
Celebrate Indigenous Heritage month with us in storytime. Ages 6M-5Y Join us for storytime fun, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member. This program is ticketed. Tickets are required, limited, and vary by branch. Tickets will be distributed 15min prior to program start.
Watch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short walk from Princess Point accessed along the Desjardins Trail. Operation lasts around 30 minutes. The Fishway will be open Monday - Friday at 2:30pm during March […]
Movies For Mommies (MFM), is the original parent & baby film event, and the first event of its kind to offer grown up entertainment in a Baby-Friendly environment. Enjoy a film in a baby-friendly environment (lights dimmed, sound lowered) every other Wednsday. See website for this week's movie.
Every other week, Animal Services hosts a Coyote Etiquette and Petiquette Pop-Up table at Central Library. Stop by our pop-up table to ask questions and learn more about a variety of topics, including: How to haze coyotes and coyote-proof your property How to report off-leash dogs Bylaws related to stoop-and-scoop Leash-free areas around the city, […]
Pour les enfant 0 à 6 ans. Les tout-petits savent que le livre est porteur de sens. Chaque lecture que vous offrez à votre enfant est un cadeau dont il ne pourra que profiter. Le livre prend tout son sens lorsqu'il fait l'objet d'un partage entre l'adulte et le tout-petit! Venez partager ce moment avec nous autour de la […]
Grades 9-12 students knit a scarf, hat or mittens for a cause and earn volunteer hours. Supplies provided, though participants may bring their own. Please register as a volunteer by filling out the application form on the teen volunteer page of our website or by emailing volunteer@hpl.ca. This program runs Wednesdays and Thursdays until the end of June. […]
Classic and Antique Cars, DJ, Door Prizes, 50/50 draws, raffles.
Watch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short walk from Princess Point accessed along the Desjardins Trail. Operation lasts around 30 minutes. The Fishway will be open Monday - Friday at 2:30pm during March […]
Join us downtown Grimsby for our summer festival with kids zone, vendor market, food trucks, live entertainment and licensed beverage area. The Happening in Grimsby takes place June 12, 13 and 14.
Special stories, songs & more to celebrate Pride Month June 4 10:30-11:00 New Appleby June 8 10:30-11:00 Alton June 12 10:30-11:00 Central June 14 10:30 -11:00 Aldershot June 19 10:30-11:00 Brant Hills June 21 10:30-11:00 Tansley Woods June 22 10:30-11:00 Central
Children (from age 4 and up) can come into the gym to play anytime at the designated time. It is not a structured class but it is supervised by a friendly, certified and experienced coach. Gymnastics Ontario Insurance Fee (per child) Due Upon 1st Visit: $40.00 Drop-In Charge (per child): $10.00 Please Note: Gymnastics Ontario (GO) Insurance Fee is […]
Grades 9-12 students knit a scarf, hat or mittens for a cause and earn volunteer hours. Supplies provided, though participants may bring their own. Please register as a volunteer by filling out the application form on the teen volunteer page of our website or by emailing volunteer@hpl.ca. This program runs Wednesdays and Thursdays until the end of June. […]
Test your trivia knowledge on this week's theme in this fun competition for kids ages 6-12. Thursday, June 12: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Saltfleet Monday, June 30: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Redhill Monday, July 14: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Saltfleet Tuesday, August 12: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Redhill Thursday, August 14: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Saltfleet Tuesday, August 26: 10:00am […]
Experience history like never before with the Enhanced Artillery Experience at HMCS Haida this summer. Step into the shoes of a wartime gun crew, get into authentic gear, and fire the ship’s 4” guns under expert guidance. This exclusive, pre-booked program offers a hands-on look at naval warfare, perfect for history buffs and adventure lovers. […]
Join HPL staff for stories, songs and rhymes that foster acceptance and inclusion, celebrate family diversity, being yourself and a love of reading. June 5 10:30-11:00am Carlisle June 5 11-11:30am Stoney Creek June 7 10-10:30am Central June 9 10-10:30am Kenilworth June 12 6:30-7:30pm Dundas June 17 10-10:30am Greensville June 24 10-10:30am Sherwood June 24 10-10:30am […]
Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading. Trained pet therapy dogs and adult volunteers encourage readers to take part in literacy activities. In partnership with Therapy Tails Ontario. Thursday, June 05: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Valley Park Thursday, June 12: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Valley Park Monday, June 16: […]
Watch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short walk from Princess Point accessed along the Desjardins Trail. Operation lasts around 30 minutes. The Fishway will be open Monday - Friday at 2:30pm during March […]
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library. Check the website for this week's lineup!
Listen to live music in a series of concerts at Hamilton Public Library - check the website for performer schedules. Monday, June 09: 1:00pm - 1:45pm Valley Park Friday, June 13: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Binbrook Saturday, June 21: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Turner Park Monday, July 07: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Pier 8 Waterfront Friday, July 11: […]
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. Throughout the event, attendees can […]
Join us for unforgettable games, passionate fans, and lots of fun and giveaways through our season! Home Games: June 13 7:30pm - Father's Night - It’s Friday Fathers Night, where we honour all the amazing dads with a fun-filled evening of baseball, family, and unforgettable memories. June 20 7:30pm - Heroes in the Nest - […]
Join Mountsberg staff for a visit to the Animal Barn where you’ll interact with some of our barn residents and learn more about their care. $10 per person + gate fees.
Join our Raptor Centre staff to meet some of our resident raptors, and learn more about their incredible features plus how we care for them. $10 per person + gate fees.
This Father’s Day, join us on a fascinating culinary adventure and make memories with your fatherly figure or any other family member or friend. Help prepare beer-infused and seasonal historic recipes in our 19th century kitchen using the wood-burning cast iron range. Then, experience an epicurean tour throughout the home before concluding in the kitchen […]
The 2025 annual GOAT-A-PALOOZA' fundraiser is gearing up to be the best one yet! Join us for a day of fun-filled activites on the farm and help us keep the dream alive for another year! Your admission ticket will include character visits, Cooper truck rental vehicles, petting farm entry, educational talks, meet the farrier and […]
Our biggest event of the year is back! Join us for a day of fun in the sun with great food, games, community organization tables, and so much more!
Special stories, songs & more to celebrate Pride Month June 4 10:30-11:00 New Appleby June 8 10:30-11:00 Alton June 12 10:30-11:00 Central June 14 10:30 -11:00 Aldershot June 19 10:30-11:00 Brant Hills June 21 10:30-11:00 Tansley Woods June 22 10:30-11:00 Central
Listen to Indigenous stories about conservation, regeneration, resilience and the importance of protecting our only home, Turtle Island, for future generations. Younger listeners are welcome at this all-ages event. Presented by local artist Jim Adams in partnership with the City of Hamilton's Indigenous Relations Office.
Show Dad that he’s the MVP! The perfect way to spend time with your little one. We will decorate cupcakes with a sports theme – baseball, basketball, soccer ball, football, golf ball and tennis ball. Ages 3 - 5
You're invited to our free Car Show on Saturday, June 14! Come check out an amazing lineup of classic cars, enjoy a free BBQ, and bring the whole family for fun activities like games and face painting. Don't miss this high-octane community event—fun, food, and fantastic cars for all ages!
Stoney Creek StrawberryFEST returns in 2025 on Saturday, June 14.It's our 10th annual!Live music, patios, artisans, family fun, children's games, shopping, and great food fill King St E in @downtownstoneycreek11am-5pmJoin us in the Creek!
The Steam Museum is pleased to welcome the Canadian Society for Contemporary Iron Arts (CSCIA) for a public Iron Pour! Artists will be on site forging pieces in a live furnace and demonstrating how to use scratch blocks to create works of art from cast iron. Visitors will be able to speak with artists, watch […]
Suit up and join one of our beekeepers for a look at the inner workings of a beehive. After your visit, you’ll get to take home a jar of Mountsberg’s honey as a tasty souvenir. $149 + HST for a group of 2 people + gate fees. Participants must be 12 years of age or […]
Come celebrate the launch of the Summer Reading Club for all ages! There will be crafts, button making, games, a scavenger hunt, contests and so much more! Activities will take place both outside and indoors. Sign up for the age appropriate SRC challenge on Beanstack and track your reading throughout the summer. Earn ballots […]
Hamilton Children’s Museum will be popping up at Dundurn National Historic Site in the Historic Kitchen Garden. Bring your young family and friends for free nature-based activities in “Sophia’s Garden”, a child-focused interactive space.
Got a need for speed? Bring your builders in-store to create this cool race-inspired set – just in time for Father’s Day! In-store ONLY. One per child, while supplies last.