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HPL FrightFest
Various · Hamilton, ON
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Uncover the eerie, explore the uncanny, and celebrate all things scary this fall at Hamilton Public Library. From Gothic art and haunted history to horror writing, tarot, crafts and classic films, HPL is your destination for spine-tingling stories and hair-raising happenings. Fright Fest runs throughout October at HPL locations. Explore the full schedule Dare to join us. If you’re brave enough.
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Hamilton Film Festival
Various · Hamilton, ON
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Experience and celebrate movie magic when the 21st Annual Hamilton Film Festival returns to the city this fall. Join film lovers in some of Hamilton's coolest new and historic theatres to celebrate local, Canadian, and international films. As a Canadian Screen Award Qualifying Festival recognized by the Directors Guild of Canada, HFF brings you shorts, features, and documentaries from fresh voices and returning…
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Stoney Creek Pumpkinfest
Stoney Creek BIA · Hamilton, ON
11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Explore the heart of downtown Stoney Creek and get into the spooky mood with their annual Pumpkinfest! PumpkinFEST brings a fall afternoon of live music, artisan vendors, family activities, trick-or-treating, pumpkins, and seasonal fun to Downtown Stoney Creek. Families can wander King Street East, visit participating businesses, browse local makers, and enjoy the Halloween-season atmosphere. A costume contest is…
Free
Fall Floral Mum Show
Gage Park Tropical Greenhouse · Hamilton, ON
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Step into a world of colour, creativity, and nature at the Hamilton Fall Floral Mum Show! Ontario’s largest and longest-running chrysanthemum exhibition, proudly presented by the City of Hamilton’s Horticulture staff since 1920. Hosted indoors at the Gage Park Greenhouse, this year’s show transforms over 20,000 square feet into a stunning, themed floral showcase featuring more than 200 varieties of chrysanthemums…
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Halloween Celebration at the Market
Hamilton Farmers' Market · Hamilton, ON
10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Looking for family-friendly Halloween activities in Hamilton? Zac’s Jacks is back at the Hamilton Farmers’ Market for a free pumpkin carving workshop Bring your own pumpkin, or choose one from the pumpkins available for purchase from Market vendors. Halloween Costume Parade with Hamilton Central Public Library Bring the whole family, put on your favourite costume and join us as we celebrate the spooky season…
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Halloween Parade & Hamilton Day on Concession Street
Concession Street BIA · Hamilton, ON
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Celebrate Halloween and Hamilton Day on Concession Street The Concession Street BIA programme includes trick-or-treating and a costume/cosplay contest. A free magic show for children takes place at Townhall / Dirty South. RSVP is required for the magic show; contact the Concession Street BIA for reservation details. The parade and street festivities take place along Concession Street. Visit the Concession Street BIA…
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The Black Parade Halloween Emo Night Hamilton at Corktown - Oct 31 2026
Corktown Pub · Hamilton, ON
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Legal age 19+. Photo I.D. RequiredHamilton, on Saturday October 31st, join The Black Parade! We will be at Corktown spinning the hits, deep cuts, and your fav classic emo anthems all night long. Costumes are encouraged but not mandatory. See you there! Saturday October 31 2026CorktownDoors: 10PMEnd: 2AMMust be 19+ with Valid Physical Photo ID.Tickets are non-refundable.See you there! This event is 19 and over. Any…
$12.58 CAD