Things to Do in Hamilton This Weekend: October 2–4, 2026
October is here and the weekend is packed: stories at the RBG, pumpkins at Dyment’s, Forge FC at home, and Fall Harvest Market energy at Lime Ridge. Here’s what’s worth locking in for October 2–4.
Catch Telling Tales Festival at Hendrie Park
Saturday–Sunday, October 3–4 · RBG Hendrie Park · Festival admission varies
Telling Tales brings authors, storytellers, and family-friendly programming outdoors at the Royal Botanical Gardens. It’s one of the nicest autumn weekends on the calendar — pack layers, bring the kids, and make an afternoon of it.
Pick pumpkins at Dyment’s Pumpkin Patch Festival
October 3–31 · Dyment’s Farm · Seasonal admission
Opening weekend of the classic October outing. Wander the patch, grab your pumpkins, and lean all the way into fall. If the weather cooperates, this is the move for Saturday or Sunday with family and friends.
Cheer on Forge FC vs. HFX Wanderers
Saturday, October 3 · 4:00 PM · Hamilton Stadium · Tickets via Forge FC
Saturday afternoon kickoff at home. Forge hosts the HFX Wanderers at 4 PM — a solid plan before or after a harvest market stop. Black and gold recommended.
Browse the Fall Harvest Market at Lime Ridge
Saturday–Sunday, October 3–4 · 2–8 PM · Lime Ridge Mall · Free to browse
Every weekend in October (plus Halloween), the Fall Harvest Market brings seasonal vendors and autumn vibes to Lime Ridge. Easy parking, easy plan — especially if you’re already out running errands.
Explore Spooky Season at Hamilton Civic Museums
October 1–26 · Hamilton Civic Museums · Programming varies by site
From now through late October, the civic museums lean into spooky-season programming across their sites. A great option when you want something a little eerie, a little educational, and very Hamilton.
Also Worth Knowing
- Ichabod’s Books & Scares: Horror/gothic bookstore + curiosities opening at 17 John Street North with a grand opening on October 24 — Facebook page.
- Mystic Ramen pop-up: All of October at BE Cafe & Barkery, 9 Richwill Rd., Wed–Sat 12–8 PM — BE Cafe & Barkery.
- Rockton World’s Fair: October 8–12 just outside the city — rocktonworldsfair.com.
- First-Pilgrim United Church: Permanently closed October 1 at 200 Main St. E. after nearly 200 years — a quiet, heavy note for the neighbourhood.
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That’s your weekend, Hamilton. Go enjoy it. 🔨
