Plan your weekend for September 12–13, 2026, and make room for music, motorsport, football, community events and collectibles. Hamilton and Burlington offer plenty of options, whether you want a full day downtown or a quieter neighbourhood outing.
Check official event pages before leaving. Confirm schedules, weather updates, parking details and ticket availability.
1. Explore Supercrawl on James Street North
Make Supercrawl your main Hamilton destination from Friday, September 11, through Sunday, September 13. The free, all-ages festival takes over James Street North with live music, visual art, fashion, performance, food, vendors and street-level programming.
Visit on Saturday, September 12, between noon and 11 p.m. Catch the festival atmosphere during the afternoon, then stay for evening performances. Published Saturday highlights include William Prince and Protest the Hero, but check the official schedule for final stage times and changes.
- Official website: Supercrawl
- Schedule: Supercrawl schedule
- Admission and ticket information: Supercrawl Eventbrite listing
- Cost: The main street festival is free. Some indoor or partner events may require separate tickets.
Give yourself extra travel time. Festival-related road closures and pedestrian traffic can affect James Street North and nearby routes.
2. Take the family to Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live
Bring the kids to TD Coliseum for Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire. The Hamilton stop runs on Saturday and Sunday, with two Saturday performances:
- Saturday, September 12: 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
- Sunday, September 13: 1:30 p.m.
- Venue: TD Coliseum, 101 York Boulevard, Hamilton
Expect monster trucks, lighting effects, stunts, freestyle motocross and family-friendly entertainment. Add the optional pre-show party or VIP experience if your group wants an up-close look at the trucks before the main performance.
- Official event details: Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live – Hamilton
- Venue information: TD Coliseum event page
- Saturday matinee tickets: Ticketmaster, 11:30 a.m. show
- Saturday evening tickets: Ticketmaster, 6:30 p.m. show
- Sunday tickets: Ticketmaster, 1:30 p.m. show
Arrive early if you have VIP or pre-show access. Check your ticket for the correct entry time.
3. Cheer on Forge FC against Atlético Ottawa
Watch Forge FC host Atlético Ottawa at Hamilton Stadium on Saturday evening. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. on September 12.
The match is listed as a Forge FC Signature Match, making it a strong choice for sports fans who want a local event with a lively crowd. Enjoy the match, then explore nearby restaurants and businesses before or after kickoff.
- Official Forge FC ticket page: Single Match Tickets
- Official fixture information: Forge FC 2026 schedule
- Tickets: Ticketmaster – Forge FC vs. Atlético Ottawa
Plan for busy traffic around the stadium. Use public transit or arrive well before kickoff if possible.
4. Share your ideas at Burlington’s Food for Feedback
Combine lunch with civic engagement at Food for Feedback on Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. The City of Burlington will host the free, drop-in event at the Central Park Bandshell, 2299 New Street.
Receive lunch from a food truck, while supplies last, and provide feedback on city projects and initiatives. Topics include transit, recreation, transportation, sustainability, the 2027 budget, the Official Plan review and the Plains Road and Aldershot Corners Streetscape Study.
- Official event details: Food for Feedback – City of Burlington
- Admission: Free
- Registration: No registration is required
- Weather plan: The event will move indoors to the Burlington Seniors Centre at 2285 New Street if needed.
Use this event to learn more about the projects shaping Burlington’s future. Then explore Team Smulders’ Burlington community information for more local context.
5. Browse Burlington ToyCon on Sunday
Spend Sunday browsing vintage toys, action figures, LEGO, comics, video games and collectibles at Burlington ToyCon 2026.
- Date: Sunday, September 13
- Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Location: Holiday Inn Burlington Conference Centre, 3063 South Service Road
- Event listing: Ontario Toy Shows
- Organizer and ticket information: Ontario Collectors Con
The event listing directs visitors to the organizer for current admission information. Confirm ticket pricing and payment options before heading out, as a stable event-specific ticket page was not available in the published listing.
6. Make a Toronto Blue Jays day trip
If you are willing to travel east, watch the Toronto Blue Jays host the Baltimore Orioles at Rogers Centre on Saturday, September 12. First pitch is scheduled for 3:07 p.m.
The game also features Hello Kitty Day and a Hello Kitty bobblehead giveaway for the first 15,000 fans, subject to availability and game-day conditions.
- Official Blue Jays website: Toronto Blue Jays
- Official single-game tickets: Blue Jays tickets
- Game listing and ticket marketplace: Blue Jays vs. Orioles, September 12
Check the official schedule before travelling, and allow extra time for Rogers Centre entry and downtown Toronto traffic.
More Local Events This Weekend
Add one or two of these options to your itinerary:
- Yoga at the Gardens : Saturday morning at Royal Botanical Gardens. Check details and booking.
- Sound Journeys at RBG : Explore the listed September program and confirm the September 12 session. View event details.
- Escarpment Train Display : Visit Royal Botanical Gardens on its listed September 12 date. See the display information.
- Guided Garden Tours : Join the Saturday garden tour program at RBG. Review tour details.
- Family Birding: Summer : Check the available weekend morning dates before attending. View the RBG program.
- Let’s Go Birding: Summer : Choose an available September session through RBG’s booking information. View the program.
- The Joy of Birding: Summer : Explore select morning and evening sessions at RBG. Check current dates.
- Paddling in Paradise: Fall Canoe Tours : Look for an available September weekend morning. Review the canoe tour listing.
- Cemetery Chronicles: Garden Tour : Attend the free Hamilton Cemetery tour on Sunday, September 13, at 10 a.m. View official tour information.
- BurlingtonGreen event greening team : Volunteer at the Food for Feedback event from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. View the City listing.
- Children’s Fall Harvest Festival : Enjoy a family-focused event at Gage Park in Hamilton. Check the event listing.
- Come Try Ringette – Burlington : Check the City of Burlington calendar for the 10 a.m. introductory session. Browse the city calendar.
- BRIGHT Run : Join the Hamilton-area charity run and confirm registration details before attending. Review the weekend listing.
- Ashwyn Singh: Live in Hamilton : Catch an early or late comedy show at Levity Comedy Club. Review show details.
Whether you choose Supercrawl in downtown Hamilton, a family event near Burlington’s parks or a quieter RBG program, use the weekend to experience the communities that make the area special. Local amenities, cultural events and walkable destinations all contribute to neighbourhood appeal. When you are ready to explore homes near these experiences, connect with Team Smulders for informed Burlington and Hamilton real estate guidance.