Best Events in Burlington This Week | July 13–19
If you’re looking for something to do in Burlington this week, you’re in luck. From outdoor movies and concerts to art exhibits and one of the city’s biggest summer festivals, there’s plenty happening between July 13 and July 19.
🎬 Movies by the Lake – Footloose
Tuesday, July 14 | Spencer Smith Park
Pack a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a free outdoor screening of Footloose along Burlington’s waterfront. Arrive early to grab a good spot and enjoy the sunset before the movie begins.
🎶 Concerts in the Park – Fiddlestix
Wednesday, July 15 | Central Park Bandshell
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy another evening in Burlington’s popular Concerts in the Park series. This week’s featured performer is Fiddlestix, offering an evening of live music in a relaxed outdoor setting.
🛍️ Burlington Farmers’ Market
Wednesday & Saturday
Support local farmers, bakers, and artisans while picking up fresh produce, flowers, baked goods, and handmade products at the Burlington Lions Farmers’ Market, a summertime favourite for residents and visitors alike.
🎡 Burlington Waterfront Festival
Friday, July 17 – Sunday, July 19 | Spencer Smith Park
One of Burlington’s biggest events of the summer returns this weekend. Expect midway rides, food trucks, live entertainment, artisan vendors, a beer garden, family activities, and spectacular views of Lake Ontario. Best of all, admission is free.
🌸 Explore ANCHORBALL at Royal Botanical Gardens
Now through September
The Royal Botanical Gardens is currently showcasing ANCHORBALL: A Curious Art Journey, an outdoor exhibition featuring large-scale, colourful sculptures by Canadian artist Ken Kelleher. It’s a unique experience for art lovers, photographers, and families looking for something different this summer.
🧘 Yoga at the Gardens
Saturday, July 18 | Royal Botanical Gardens
Start your Saturday morning surrounded by nature with an outdoor yoga session at the Royal Botanical Gardens. It’s a peaceful way to begin the weekend before exploring the gardens or grabbing brunch nearby.
🧚 The Enchanted Garden
Saturday & Sunday | Royal Botanical Gardens
Families with young children won’t want to miss The Enchanted Garden, a magical weekend experience filled with whimsical characters, interactive storytelling, and nature-inspired fun.
Rob Collier
Make the Most of Summer
Whether you’re watching Footloose under the stars, browsing the Farmers’ Market, spending the day at the Waterfront Festival, or exploring the colourful ANCHORBALL exhibit at the Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington has something happening every day this week.
Have a favourite event? Let me know, I’d love to hear what you’re looking forward to most this summer.
