Things to Do in Hamilton This Weekend: September 25–27, 2026
This weekend leans into autumn: reggae and harvest vibes on Saturday, a studio tour for art lovers, and King Street going car-free on Sunday for Open Streets. Here’s what’s worth locking in for September 25–27.
Hit Open Streets Hamilton on King Street
Sunday, September 27 · 10 AM–4 PM · King Street · Free
King Street goes car-free for a full afternoon of walking, biking, rolling, and neighbourhood browsing. It’s one of the easiest ways to experience the city at human speed — bring the kids, bring a friend, or just wander.
Celebrate the Fall Harvest on King East
Saturday, September 26 · 11 AM–5 PM · 39 King St E. · Free admission & parking
Live reggae, artisan vendors, homemade pies, family-friendly activities, and plenty of food. If you want that first proper autumn festival feeling without leaving downtown, this is the Saturday plan.
Wander the Norfolk Studio Tour
Saturday–Sunday, September 26–27 · Sat 10 AM–5 PM / Sun 12 PM–5 PM · Free to explore
Meet local artists in their studios, see work in progress, and connect with the creative side of the region. Self-guided and welcoming — give yourself time to hop between stops.
Join the Central Park Fall Fair
Sunday, September 27 · 1–4 PM · Central Park · Free
The Central Neighbourhood Association hosts Stories from Home – Central Park Fall Fair: a free afternoon of community, fun, and connection. Pair it with Open Streets earlier in the day for a full Sunday outside.
Bid at the St. James United Waterdown Live Auction
Saturday, September 26 · 12–3 PM · St. James United Waterdown · Fundraiser
A live auction raising funds for church programs, missions, and community members in need. Good cause, good energy — and a solid reason to head to Waterdown this Saturday.
Also Worth Knowing
- Fall Fest in October: Only In Hamilton is hosting a Harvest Fall Fest with Street Eats at Lime Ridge Mall every weekend of October — craft vendors can learn more here.
- Mystic Kitchen coming to Jackson Square: Mystic Ramen is reopening under a new name in the former Crack Me Up space — opening date TBD — mysticramen.ca.
- Hot Box Pizza at the Farmers’ Market: First permanent stall with wood-fired pizzas, slices, and garlic knots — hotboxpizza905.ca.
- HOTWORX Hamilton (Stoney Creek): 24-hour infrared fitness studio now open at 285 Upper Centennial Parkway, Unit 1 — studio page.
- Aromatherapy workshop Saturday: Lavender Fields Apothecary and Energy Awaken at 529 Barton St E., 1–4 PM — event listing.
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That’s your weekend, Hamilton. Go enjoy it. 🔨
