Top Burlington and Area Events to Enjoy in November 2026
November brings a full calendar of family-friendly events, community celebrations, live performances, seasonal activities, and holiday traditions to Burlington and the surrounding area. Whether you are looking for things to do in Burlington, Oakville, Hamilton, Ancaster, or Waterdown, there are plenty of ways to get out, explore the community, and enjoy the start of the holiday season.
This month’s highlights include exciting performances at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre, local Remembrance Day ceremonies, family workshops, festive markets, holiday parades, live theatre, and outdoor experiences. Families can catch the high-energy 360 ALLSTARS, experience the magic of The Nutcracker, attend Burlington’s Remembrance Day services, or enjoy seasonal favourites such as the Burlington Festival of Lights and Winter Wonders at Royal Botanical Gardens.
There are also great November events throughout nearby communities, including the Hamilton Santa Claus Parade, holiday activities in Oakville, and equestrian events in Ancaster.
Clinton Howell has gathered some of the top Burlington and surrounding community events for November 2026 to help you plan family outings, discover local experiences, and make the most of the month close to home.
360 ALLSTARS
Date: Sunday, November 1st 2026 – 4pm
Location: Burlington Performing Arts Centre, 440 Locust Street, Burlington
A high-energy urban circus show packed with BMX, basketball tricks, breakdancing, acrobatics, drumming, and non-stop movement. This is a great indoor family outing for kids who love action, music, and wow-factor performances.
Summer Solstice Series Horse Show
Date: Saturday, November 7th to Sunday, November 8th 2026 – 8am to 5pm
Location: Ancaster Fairgrounds, 630 Trinity Road South, Ancaster
A fun equestrian weekend for families who love horses, competition, and a fairgrounds atmosphere. Kids can watch riders and horses move through different show rings, making it a great outing for animal-loving families.
Oakville Remembrance Trail Run
Date: Saturday, November 7th 2026 – 10am
Location: Upper Middle Park, 207 McCraney Street West, Oakville
A meaningful outdoor run where families can get active while honouring Remembrance season. With a community race-day feel and a park setting, it is a nice option for families who enjoy fresh air, movement, and local connection.
Storytime, Craft, & Book Signing for “Nina and the Missing Night”
Date: Saturday, November 7th 2026 – 10:30am to 11:30am
Location: Joseph Brant Museum, 1240 North Shore Boulevard East, Burlington
A cozy storytime and craft event featuring Burlington author Natalia Paruzel-Gibson and her children’s book, “Nina and the Missing Night.” Families can enjoy the reading, make themed crafts, and take part in a gentle, creative museum morning.
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 60 Remembrance Day Service
Date: Wednesday, November 11th 2026 – 11am
Location: Cenotaph at Veteran Square, 426 Brant Street, Burlington
Burlington’s main Remembrance Day ceremony includes a colour guard, two minutes of silence, music from members of the Burlington Teen Tour Band, the reading of In Flanders Fields, and the laying of wreaths. The ceremony is expected to run about 45 to 60 minutes and will also be livestreamed.
Remembrance Day at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
Date: Wednesday, November 11th 2026 – 10:30am to 11:30am
Location: Warplane Heritage Museum, 9280 Airport Road, Hamilton
A respectful and meaningful family outing for Remembrance Day. Families can gather for a ceremony surrounded by Canadian aviation history, with a setting that helps children connect to the importance of remembering in a thoughtful way.
Burl-Oak Naval Veterans Remembrance Day Service
Date: Wednesday, November 11th 2026 – 9am
Location: Naval Ships Memorial Monument, Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Road, Burlington
A respectful morning ceremony at the waterfront honouring Canadian veterans and those who served at sea. This 30-minute service is a meaningful way for families to begin Remembrance Day in Burlington.
Film.Ca Cinemas Christmas Market 2026
Date: Saturday, November 14th 2026, 10am to 4pm
Location: Film.Ca Cinemas, 171 Speers Road, Oakville
A festive indoor market with a fun cinema twist. Families can shop local vendors, enjoy a holiday atmosphere, and make a simple seasonal outing out of browsing gifts, treats, and creative finds.
Family Holiday Workshop, Clay Wreaths
Date: Saturday, November 14th 2026 – Noon to 2:30pm
Location: Oakville Galleries, Gairloch Gardens, 1306 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville
A hands-on creative workshop where families can make clay wreaths together. It is a sweet seasonal activity for kids who love art, texture, crafting, and taking home something they made themselves.
Hamilton Santa Claus Parade
Date: Saturday, November 14th 2026 – 2pm
Location: Hamilton Mountain, near Lime Ridge Mall, Hamilton
A classic holiday parade with floats, music, community groups, and plenty of excitement for kids waiting to spot Santa. It is a cheerful way for families to kick off the holiday season in Hamilton.
The Nutcracker by The United European Ballet Company
Date: Wednesday, November 18th 2026 – 7pm
Location: Burlington Performing Arts Centre, 440 Locust Street, Burlington
A magical holiday ballet filled with beautiful costumes, classic music, elegant dancing, and the timeless story of Clara, the Nutcracker Prince, and the Land of Sweets. A wonderful early holiday outing for families and children ages 2 and up.
At Home in Bronte for the Holidays
Date: Saturday, November 21st 2026 – 3-7pm
Location: Bronte Market Square, 2445 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville
A charming holiday celebration by the lake with festive music, seasonal fun, local shopping, and a tree lighting. Families can stroll, enjoy the village atmosphere, and ease into the holiday season together.
Burlington Festival of Lights Official Tree Lighting
Date: Friday, November 27th 2026 – 7-11pm
Location: Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Road, Burlington
Burlington’s waterfront lights up for the season with the official Festival of Lights tree lighting. Families can bundle up, walk the waterfront, enjoy the glowing displays, and make it the first magical holiday night of the year.
Sleeping Beauty
Date: Saturday, November 28th and Sunday, November 29th 2026 – 1:30pm and 3:30pm
Location: Theatre Burlington, 2311 New Street, Central Park, Burlington
A magical live theatre outing created especially for young audiences. This one-hour family show brings music, dancing, comedy, audience participation, and a fun modern twist on the classic fairy tale, making it a perfect introduction to live theatre for kids and families.
Winter Wonders
Date: Thursday, November 26th 2026 to Sunday, January 3rd 2027 – evening time-ticketed experience
Location: Royal Botanical Gardens, Hendrie Park, 680 Plains Road West, Burlington
Hendrie Park transforms into a glowing winter wonderland with dazzling light displays, festive art installations, music, seasonal treats, and magical garden pathways. It is a beautiful family-friendly holiday outing and a much stronger choice if you need eye-catching photos for the post.
