Things to Do in Hamilton This Weekend: October 23–25, 2026
The zombies are back downtown this weekend, and this year they’re celebrating 20 years of shuffling through Hamilton. Add a Ti-Cats home game, a sci-fi night with the HPO, a witches’ party at Westfield and a horror-themed wrestling card, and you’ve got a proper spooky season Saturday. Here’s what’s worth your time from Friday, October 23 to Sunday, October 25.
Join the horde at the 20th Hamilton Zombie Walk
Saturday, October 24 · Downtown Hamilton · Check the event page for details
The Hamilton Zombie Walk turns 20 this year, and it’s one of the city’s most fun Halloween traditions. Grab your costume, round up your zombie crew and join the horde for a day of spooky fun downtown.
Cheer on the Ti-Cats against the REDBLACKS
Saturday, October 24, 3:00 pm kickoff · Hamilton Stadium · Tickets required
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats host the Ottawa REDBLACKS on Saturday afternoon. Bring your friends and family for an afternoon of football, fan excitement and plenty of black and gold.
Hear Star Wars and Dune live at Symphony in Space
Saturday, October 24, 7:30 pm · Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra · Tickets required
Conductor Evan Mitchell leads the HPO through iconic film scores from Star Wars, Star Trek, Interstellar, Dune and more. It’s an easy pick for sci-fi fans and a great way to cap off a busy Saturday after the game.
Party with the witches at Westfield Heritage Village
Saturday–Sunday, October 24–25 · Westfield Heritage Village, Rockton · Check the event page for admission
Westfield Heritage Village gets into the Halloween spirit with its Witches’ Halloween Party all weekend. It’s a family-friendly way to embrace spooky season, and Sunday gives you a quieter day to go if Saturday is already full.
Catch Fight of the Living Dead on Saturday night
Saturday, October 24, 6:00 pm–12:00 am · Check the listing for venue and tickets
Horror meets wrestling at this Halloween-themed event. If your idea of spooky season involves a few body slams, this is your Saturday night.
See the Fight of the Living Dead listing →
Also Worth Knowing
- Fall Harvest Market: Lime Ridge Mall’s Fall Harvest Market runs Saturdays and Sundays through October 31, 12 pm–8 pm, with local vendors and Halloween vibes. Take a look →
- Election Day is Monday: Hamilton’s municipal election is Monday, October 26, with polls open 10 am–8 pm. You’ll vote for Mayor, City Councillor and School Board Trustee at any designated voting location in your ward. Check the City’s voting info →
- Walmart Supercentre opening November 19: A new two-level, roughly 140,000-square-foot Walmart is expected to open in the former Sears space at Lime Ridge Mall, 999 Upper Wentworth Street, months ahead of schedule. See the Lime Ridge announcement →
- Coming soon to Dundas: House 66 Beauty + Wellness and Café 66 are getting ready to open side by side at 66 King Street West. Follow along on Instagram →
- Jollibee in spring 2027: The Filipino fast-food favourite is opening its first permanent Hamilton location inside CF Lime Ridge Mall. Visit Jollibee →
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That’s your weekend, Hamilton. Go enjoy it. 🔨
