Things to do in Burlington in July

🎬 Movies by the Lake
Movies by the Lake 2026 is back for another blockbuster season of outdoor entertainment, lakeside laughs, and unforgettable nights in the heart of downtown.
📅 Tuesdays
📍 Spencer Smith Park

⚽ Canada Celebrates: FIFA World Cup 2026™
Join Canada Celebrates FIFA World Cup 2026 at Spencer Smith Park for live match viewings, football-themed activations, music, and food, a free family gathering that brings the energy of the world's biggest sporting event to Burlington.
📅 Thu, Jul 9 | 1PM–9PM
📍 1400 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, Ontario

🎪 Royal Duck Bounce Park
Bounce, slide, and soar through The Royal Duck's inflatable park at Burlington Centre, a summer playground where kids burn energy and families make memories.
📅 Thu, Jul 9 – Sun, Aug 2
📍 Burlington Centre Parking Lot

🎪 Burlington Waterfront Festival
Catch live music, browse artisan vendors, and enjoy food trucks across three days at Spencer Smith Park, with all donations supporting Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation.
🎟️ Free Entry
📅 Fri, Jul 17 – Sun, Jul 19 | 5PM
📍 Spencer Smith Park

🍷 SIP Burlington @ Village Square
SIP takes over Village Square in partnership with Buvette for a day and night of wine tasting, local sips, and good company in the heart of Burlington.
🎟️ $13.48 – $59.82 CAD
📅 Sat, Jul 18
📍 Village Square

🌭 Burlington Foodie Fest & Summer Market
The 1st Annual Burlington FoodieFest & Summer Market brings together local food vendors, artisan makers, and handmade goods for a full day of eating, shopping, and soaking up community energy at the Lions Club.
📅 Sun, Jul 26 | 11AM–5PM
📍 471 Pearl Street

🚗 Cruisin' Car Show
Classic and vintage cars line the parking lot every Monday evening through the fall, with all proceeds going to support Jumpstart and get kids active in sport.
📅 Mondays | 5PM
📍 Burlington Centre Parking Lot

⚽ World Cup Viewing Lounge
Cheer on your favourite team at the World Cup Viewing Lounge inside the LAUFT by the Food Court, surrounded by fellow fans and all the game-day energy.
📅 Now – Sun, Jul 19
📍 Burlington Centre

🎆 Fireworks from the Rooftop
Catch Canada Day from the rooftop with pulled pork, live music from Josh Edwards, and a front-row seat to Burlington's drone show and fireworks at 9:40pm, all while sipping local beer from Nickel Brook.
📅 Wed, Jul 1 | 7:30PM–10:30PM
📍 Joseph Brant Museum

🎨 RBG After Dark: ANCHORBALL (19+)
Wander the Royal Botanical Gardens after dark among 18 glowing pop art sculptures and illuminated pathways, a grown-up art adventure that transforms the gardens into something entirely new.
📅 Fri, Jul 3 | 6:30PM–10:30PM
📍 Royal Botanical Gardens

🐦 The Joy of Birding: Summer
Learn to spot the subtle differences between similar bird species at the Royal Botanical Gardens, perfect for birders ready to level up their identification skills beyond the basics.
📅 Jul 4, 12, 15, 25, 26, 28 | 8:30AM–11:30AM
📍 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON

🛶 Paddling in Paradise: Summer Canoe Tours
Paddle through Cootes Paradise by canoe and spot the wildlife that thrives in this healthy marsh, a two-hour morning escape into nature.
🎟️ Free
📅 Jul 5, 9, 19 | 9AM
📍 680 Plains Rd W

🦁 Jason George Book Tour
Meet wildlife photographer and author Jason George at Indigo Burlington for a book signing of his Going Deeper series, five beautifully illustrated guides to lions, owls, moose, leopards, and jaguars that you can colour in while watching companion videos on YouTube.
📅 Sun, Jul 5 | 11AM–4PM
📍 777 Guelph Line

🏛️ Meet Me At The Brant Inn
Discover the history of the iconic Brant Inn through a presentation by Museums of Burlington, a perfect afternoon outing with refreshments included.
🎟️ Free
📅 Wed, Jul 8 | 1:30PM
📍 924 Park Ave W.

🎯 Lawn Bowling, Give It a Try
Try lawn bowling for free at the Burlington Lawn Bowling Club's Wednesday evening open houses, with instruction included and three no-cost sessions to see if this classic sport is for you.
📅 Wed, Jul 8 | 7PM–9PM
📍 2275 New St.

🍞 eat make share - At the Museums of Burlington
Bake bread on a 19th-century hearth at Ireland House, then explore how immigrants shaped the region through food and tradition at the Joseph Brant Museum, all in one guided day across two Burlington heritage sites.
🎟️ $38.61 – $49.26 CAD
📅 Sat, Jul 11 | 9:30AM–2PM
📍 Ireland House

💕 Classy and Fun Speed Dating & Mingling 40-55
Meet singles aged 40–55 over five to eight speed dates at Pepperwood Bistro Brewery, with appetizers and mingling after, plus icebreakers to ease into the evening. Bring a non-perishable item for the food bank while you're at it.
🎟️ $72.51 CAD
📅 Sat, Jul 11 | 8PM–10:30PM
📍 1455 Lakeshore Road

💕 Burlington Speed Dating (Ages 45-55F/48-58M)
Meet up to 15 new people in one evening at The Tipsy Fox, where Single in the City hosts speed dating for singles aged 45–55 (women) and 48–58 (men) looking for genuine face-to-face connection.
🎟️ $43.63 CAD
📅 Tue, Jul 14 | 7:30PM–9:30PM
📍 1250 Brant Street

📚 eat make share Speaker Series
Hear from acclaimed Canadian cookbook author Len Senater and Emily Zimmerman at Joseph Brant Museum, a conversation perfect for food lovers curious about the stories behind the recipes.
🎟️ Free
📅 Thu, Jul 16 | 6PM–8PM
📍 Joseph Brant Museum

🌙 RBG After Dark: Enchanted at Twilight (19+)
Wander the historic Rock Garden after dark as it transforms into the Enchanted Academy, a mysterious twilight experience designed for adults seeking magic in nature.
📅 Thu, Jul 16 | 6:30PM–10:30PM
📍 Royal Botanical Gardens

🥡 dine & dance! Chinese Rhythm and Taste
Taste authentic Chinese cuisine and move to live music at Joseph Brant Museum, blending food, dance, and culture in one evening.
🎟️ Free
📅 Sat, Jul 18 | 7PM–9PM
📍 Joseph Brant Museum

🧘 Women's Healing Circle
Join a gentle women's circle for guided inner child healing and meditation, reconnecting with yourself through reflection and restorative practices designed to ease old patterns and build self-compassion.
🎟️ $48.19 CAD
📅 Sun, Jul 19 | 10AM–11:45AM
📍 3302 Granite Gate

💕 Burlington Speed Dating (Age 35-45)
Meet potential matches in rapid-fire rounds at Nickel Brook Brewing Co., where you'll chat one-on-one with other single locals in your age group, then exchange details with anyone who caught your eye.
📅 Tue, Jul 21
📍 Nickel Brook Brewing Co

🎭 Comedy & Connections: Burlington Singles Night
Laugh and mingle with local singles at a waterfront comedy night, where guided icebreakers and live jokes make meeting people feel effortless instead of awkward.
🎟️ $33.28 – $43.93 CAD
📅 Tue, Jul 21 | 7PM–9PM
📍 The Port House Social Bar & Kitchen

🍷 Fun and Classy Mingle with Singles 55+
Meet fellow singles 55+ over drinks and good food at Pepperwood Bistro Brewery & Catering, a relaxed evening to connect with people in your community.
📅 Wed, Jul 22
📍 Pepperwood Bistro

🍹 Singles Summer Patio Social | Burlington
Mingle with fellow singles on The Tipsy Fox's patio on a warm summer evening, where everyone's ready to meet new people in a relaxed, welcoming vibe.
🎟️ $37.57 CAD
📅 Sat, Jul 25 – Sun, Jul 26 | 9PM
📍 The Tipsy Fox

🍷 Singles Night at BLK Swan | Ages 30–42
Meet local singles ages 30–42 for an evening of guided conversation and genuine connections at BLK Swan Kitchen Hub, with icebreakers and a welcome drink included, no speed-dating pressure.
🎟️ $27.96 – $33.28 CAD
📅 Thu, Jul 30 | 7PM–9:30PM
📍 BLK Swan Kitchen Hub

🎵 RBG Music In The Garden Series
Catch live music in the lush setting of the Royal Botanical Gardens, where you can enjoy an intimate outdoor concert experience surrounded by blooming gardens and evening air.
🎟️ $62-$65
📅 Jul 2, 15 | 6:30PM
📍 Royal Botanical Gardens Canada

🎺 Concerts in the Park
This annual concert series celebrates and showcases a diverse collection of ensembles and genres that include Concert Bands, Big Bands, Brass Bands, Jazz, Dixieland, Motown/Soul/R&B, 50’s/60’s rock, and Folk Bands.
📅 Tuesdays and Wednesdays | 7PM-8:30PM
📍 2299 New Street

🎵 Concert in the Garden at RBG
Experience Lido Pimienta, a Juno-nominated Toronto artist and Grammy-nominated musician, performing with the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra in Hendrie Park's lush gardens, a stunning outdoor setting for an evening of boundary-pushing live music.
🎟️ $64
📅 Thu, Jul 9 | 6:30PM
📍 Hendrie Park

🎬 Movies Under the Stars
Catch free outdoor movies under the stars at Burlington parks every Thursday in July and August, from Lilo & Stitch to The Wild Robot, with your own blanket and snacks in hand.
📅 Thursdays | 8:30PM–11PM
📍 Various Park Locations

🎸 Music from the Rooftop
Catch local musicians performing on the Joseph Brant Museum's rooftop terrace with views of Burlington's waterfront, plus gallery access to the special exhibition about immigration and food.
🎟️ $18 - $20
📅 Jul 10, 24 | 6:30PM–8:30PM
📍 Joseph Brant Museum

🎬 Brott Music Festival: Hollywood Blockbusters
Experience iconic film scores performed live by a full symphony orchestra, from epic adventures to sweeping romances, as the Brott Music Festival opens its 2026 season with Hollywood's greatest movie music.
🎟️ $25 - $80
📅 Sat, Jul 25 | 7:30PM–10PM
📍 Burlington Performing Arts Centre

🇨🇦 Canada Day at Spencer Smith Park
Lace up for Canada Day races at Spencer Smith Park with 1k, 3k, and 5k options, a fun way to celebrate with the community while getting your steps in.
📅 Wed, Jul 1 | 8:30AM–10PM
📍 1400 Lakeshore Road

🥕 Burlington Farmer’s Market
Browse Burlington's beloved farmers market, where local growers and artisans gather to share fresh produce, homemade goods, and community connection.
📅 Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays | 8AM–7PM
📍 777 Guelph Line

🇵🇭 Taste of Philippines
Get ready Burlington & get excited, Taste Of Philippines is coming your way, July 10-12, will bring so much fun, foods, best entertainment and different cultures.
📅 July 10–12
📍 Central Park

🛒 Giant Indoor Community Garage Sale
Hunt for hidden treasures at this giant indoor garage sale at Ukrainian Hall, with dozens of vendors and a hot Ukrainian lunch to refuel between finds.
📅 Sat, Jul 11 | 8:30AM–1PM
📍 2077 Pine Street

🌸 Ontario Regional Lily Society Show
Discover stunning lily stems, blooms, and floral arrangements at the Ontario Regional Lily Society Show, with a plant sale kicking off Sunday afternoon for gardeners and flower lovers.
📅 Sat, Jul 11 – Sun, Jul 12 | 11AM
📍 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON

🛍️ Burlington Summer Handmade Market
Discover handmade goods, original artwork, and local specialty foods across three days of shopping from over 150 regional artisans and makers, a perfect outing to find one-of-a-kind gifts and support small businesses.
🎟️ Free
📅 Sat, Jul 25 | 10AM–5PM
📍 4350 South Service Road

🎨 Burlington Summer Arts, Crafts & Vendor Fair
Browse three days of handmade goods and local art at this outdoor summer fair, with food trucks, live energy, and plenty of unique finds from regional makers and small businesses.
🎟️ Free
📅 Fri, Jul 31 – Sun, Aug 2 | 10AM
📍 4350 South Service Road

🎨 ANCHORBALL: A Curious Art Journey
Explore the vibrant sculptural universe of artist Ken Kelleher, internationally known as Anchorball, across the Royal Botanical Gardens from June through September.
📅 Mon, Jun 29 – Sep 20
📍 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON

🍽️ eat make share: a taste of immigration
Discover the surprising histories behind popular Canadian dishes through hands-on activities and multisensory exhibits exploring how food and immigration have shaped what we eat, created by the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21.
📅 Mon, Jun 29 – Sep 5
📍 Joseph Brant Museum

🖼️ Paint Nite at Boston Pizza
Paint a warm night sky alongside local artist Andrew Wilk while you eat pizza and sip drinks, no experience needed, just bring your friends and a willingness to create.
🎟️ $47.08 CAD
📅 Fri, Jul 3 | 7PM–9PM
📍 3210 South Service Road

🎨 Colour for Textile Arts
Join artist Amanda Rataj for an interactive session exploring colour and personal creative style through hands-on exercises, perfect for anyone curious about textile arts or just looking to play with colour.
📅 Sat, Jul 11 | 1PM–4PM
📍 1333 Lakeshore Road

🤠 Paint Your Own Cowboy Hat Workshop
Paint your own cowboy hat in a sunny Terra Greenhouse with founder Israa of The Paint Party Co., choosing from six colours and decorative embellishments to take home a one-of-a-kind wearable piece.
🎟️ $66.76 – $71.03 CAD
📅 Sat, Jul 11 | 2:30PM–4:30PM
📍 2273 Halton Regional Road 5

📷 Radical Darkroom: Pinhole Cameras
Craft your own pop-can pinhole camera and dive into analogue photography in this full-day workshop, a hands-on way to explore light and shadow with materials you'd normally toss.
📅 Sun, Jul 12 | 10AM–3PM
📍 Art Gallery of Burlington

🧵 Handmade Sounds with Soledad Munoz
Explore the surprising connection between woven textiles and sound in Soledad Muñoz's hands-on workshop, where you'll discover how fabric and instruments speak the same creative language.
📅 Sat, Jul 18 | 1PM–3PM
📍 Art Gallery of Burlington

🎨 Paint Night at Williams Cafe
Paint alongside local artist Julie Wurtele at Williams Fresh Cafe, where even total beginners walk away with a finished canvas, guided step-by-step through your own creation.
🎟️ $49.64 CAD
📅 Fri, Jul 31 | 6PM–8PM
📍 1250 Brant Street, Burlington, ON

🎨 Family Paint Party
Paint the Toronto Skyline with your family at this all-ages paint night, guided step-by-step by host Samantha Buttigieg, all supplies included and no experience needed.
🎟️ $47.08 CAD
📅 Fri, Jul 3 | 6PM–8PM
📍 1250 Brant St

🎶 Firefly Live Music and Campfire
Firefly Night: Live Music on the Farm is an all-ages summer evening designed around live music, nature, and togetherness. As the band Rudy Judy and the Four Birds play beloved cover songs, guests are invited to spread out across the space
🎟️ $15
📅 Fri, Jul 3 - Sat, Jul 4
📍 Blue Dot Acres

🍄 Super Mario Workshop Age 4+
Craft three take-home creations in a two-hour Mario-themed workshop where kids become Mushroom Kingdom Heroes through hands-on building and imaginative play, perfect for fans aged 4+.
🎟️ $25 CAD
📅 Sun, Jul 5 | 3PM
📍 3325 Harvester Road

🎤 K-POP Performances at Summer Fun Fest
Catch two K-POP performances at Burlington Centre Summer Fun Fest, with meet & greets, face painting, and airbrush tattoos filling out the day, plus a sensory-friendly tent for anyone needing a quieter space.
📅 Sat, Jul 25
📍 Parking Lot Corner of Guelph Line & Fairview Street

🪾 Lee Valley Tools - Carve a Critter - Kids’ Workshop
Kids learn to carve their own animal figure from a stick, picking up hands-on whittling skills that turn a simple branch into a creature they've made themselves.
🎟️ $15 CAD
📅 Sun, Jul 26
📍 3060 Davidson Court