Upcoming Festivals and Events

The Sound of Music has exploded in size since its modest beginnings in 1980 as a marching band parade. Operating as a not-for-profit corporation, the Sound of Music organization stages Canada's Largest Free Music Festival every year in June.

Due to the passion, love and commitment of hundreds of volunteers, a small staff, and a roster of generous sponsors and suppliers, music takes over Downtown Burlington and the waterfront.

For more information on this Sound of Music delivered event please visit...

www.soundofmusicfestival.ca

What to expect...

• A lineup of FREE concerts on three stages
• Downtown Streetfest
• Grande Festival Parade
• Midway and vendors
• Food trucks
• and more...

Be a part of Culture Days, Sept. 19 to Oct. 12, 2025

The City of Burlington is also partnering with the Art Gallery of Burlington, the Burlington Performing Arts Centre, Burlington Public Library, Museums of Burlington and the Arts and Culture Council of Burlington to offer free community events as part of the Burlington Hub. Participate behind-the-scenes to discover the world of artists, performers, authors, curators, designers and other creative people in Burlington.

Culture Days is a non-profit organization dedicated to building a national network of cultural connections to provide Canadians with opportunities to participate in, and appreciate, all forms of art and culture. Culture Days promotes free, interactive activities and events for the public. The festival welcomes participants to create, share and celebrate a life enriched by arts and culture.

As a population of almost 200,000 people, Burlington loses over 1200 of our residents each year. Each person plays a valuable part in our city, contributing to families, friendships, businesses and our culture. Every loss is deeply felt by our community.

Burlington's Annual “In Memoriam” Day was created to help recognize members of the community who have passed away in the previous year and provide an opportunity to grieve together and support one another through these losses.

The flags at City Hall will be lowered and the Burlington Pier will be lit white on this day in their honour.

The annual In Memoriam Day will continue to be held on the last Thursday of March each year.

Heritage Week is a time to celebrate the many aspects of Burlington’s various heritages.

Join us for our Adult 55+ Active Living Fair showcasing many of the services available to older adults in our community! Enjoy a warm meal or refreshments at no cost from our Bistro in the lounge with others and speak with a broad range of exhibitors on topics ranging from Home Care, Volunteer Opportunities, Regional and Municipal Services, foot care, and so much more!

Event schedule

• Tradeshow: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Educational Seminars: 11 a.m. to noon and 1 to 2 p.m.
• Bistro Service: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., lunch served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Transit

The Burlington Seniors’ Centre is conveniently located on Burlington Transit’s Route 4 and 10. Using a PRESTO card, Seniors 65 years of age or older ride the bus for free every day! If you need help planning your bus trip, please call 905-639-0550.

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