The Burlington Waterfront Festival brings three days of outdoor entertainment and food to Spencer Smith Park in downtown Burlington, Ontario. The summer festival features a mix of live musical performances, midway rides, artisan and food vendors, and sampler activations. Highlights include: Live Entertainment: Musical acts spanning various genres, including popular tribute bands like Pearl Jamming. Family Activities: Carnival rides, shaded […]
Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, and favourite movie snacks because Movies by the Lake is back for another summer of free outdoor films at Spencer Smith Park. Running Tuesday evenings from July 7 to August 18 at 7PM, this beloved waterfront tradition transforms the park into an open-air theatre where families, friends, and movie lovers can enjoy […]
Canada Celebrates will bring football fans together for live match viewings, football-themed activations, cultural programming, music, food, and moments of national pride. It will run throughout the tournament from 11 June to 19 July, with pre-tournament stops on 1 June and 5 June respectively, along with supporting stops for the FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour […]
Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, and favourite movie snacks because Movies by the Lake is back for another summer of free outdoor films at Spencer Smith Park. Running Tuesday evenings from July 7 to August 18 at 7PM, this beloved waterfront tradition transforms the park into an open-air theatre where families, friends, and movie lovers can enjoy […]
Join us at Spencer Smith Park for Burlington’s Canada Day on July 1, 2026. Enjoy a full day of live entertainment, family-friendly activities, delicious food, and a spectacular evening drone and firework show as we come together to celebrate our community. More event details, including the full schedule and programming, will be announced soon.
Spencer Smith Park Friday April 24th, May 22th Dusk to 11 pm When the sun goes down, the lights come up. Starting at dusk, the major installations of the BWST Exhibition will be brought to life with theatrical lighting and a fresh soundtrack. Whether you come after dinner downtown, or before heading out for drinks, […]
BWST will host a Family Fun Day filled with FREE activities for kids and families on Saturday May 9th from 10:00am - 2:00pm. Anchored in the gazebo in Spencer Smith Park, the day will be filled with live music, hands-on arts activities, games, tours, performances and exciting activities from our community partners.
Spencer Smith Park Friday April 24th, May 22th Dusk to 11 pm When the sun goes down, the lights come up. Starting at dusk, the major installations of the BWST Exhibition will be brought to life with theatrical lighting and a fresh soundtrack. Whether you come after dinner downtown, or before heading out for drinks, […]
Sunrise Yoga is back! Join us on Sat. Sept. 13 at Spencer Smith Park for an energizing lakefront yoga session. Last year, 100+ people gathered to greet the sun and support students in need—this year we’re aiming for 150! Hosted by Adam Doering, proceeds benefit the Mark Doering Thoughtful Fund through the Halton Learning Foundation, […]
Brought to you by the businesses of Burlington Downtown, it’s “Lights, Camera, Action” on this cinematic summer staple. Spencer Smith Park comes to life on Tuesday nights July 8th – August 19th as you soak in simple cinema with your home-grown community. No matter what kind of movie-goer YOU might be, we’ve got all you […]
Promoting awareness of the health, environmental and ethical benefits of a vegan lifestyle WE ARE BURLINGTON VEGFEST, a small, local, volunteer-led committee of vegans who are excited to bring the VegFest movement to Burlington! This event welcomes any and all – from the plant-based-curious to the long-term committed vegans – to join us for a […]
Brought to you by the businesses of Burlington Downtown, it’s “Lights, Camera, Action” on this cinematic summer staple. Spencer Smith Park comes to life on Tuesday nights July 8th – August 19th as you soak in simple cinema with your home-grown community. No matter what kind of movie-goer YOU might be, we’ve got all you […]
Brought to you by the businesses of Burlington Downtown, it’s “Lights, Camera, Action” on this cinematic summer staple. Spencer Smith Park comes to life on Tuesday nights July 8th – August 19th as you soak in simple cinema with your home-grown community. No matter what kind of movie-goer YOU might be, we’ve got all you […]
Brought to you by the businesses of Burlington Downtown, it’s “Lights, Camera, Action” on this cinematic summer staple. Spencer Smith Park comes to life on Tuesday nights July 8th – August 19th as you soak in simple cinema with your home-grown community. No matter what kind of movie-goer YOU might be, we’ve got all you […]
Brought to you by the businesses of Burlington Downtown, it’s “Lights, Camera, Action” on this cinematic summer staple. Spencer Smith Park comes to life on Tuesday nights July 8th – August 19th as you soak in simple cinema with your home-grown community. No matter what kind of movie-goer YOU might be, we’ve got all you […]
