Events happening in Burlington.

Saturday, December 12th

2:30PM – 10:00PM

The Next Generation Leahy

Next Generation Leahy brings a Christmas celebration rooted in Celtic, Irish, jazz, French Canadian, pop, country, and swing influences. The group of siblings are multi-instrumentalists who deliver performances marked by fiery instrumentals, intricate harmonies, and dynamic step dancing. This show balances Christmas classics with the ensemble's own Celtic-based music, capturing the joy music brings to the season. The performance is designed for audiences of all ages and welcomes families and friends to gather together.

Main Theatre · $59.50-$79.50

Sunday, December 13th

1:30PM – 2:30PM

Burlington Symphony Orchestra: Christmas is for Kids

A light, one-hour performance for young children and their guests, featuring holiday favourites, audience sing-alongs, and a special guest from the North Pole.

Main Theatre · $22

Tuesday, December 29th

2:30PM – 5:00PM

Sing-a-long The Greatest Showman

A sing-along screening of The Greatest Showman, featuring songs including 'This Is Me,' 'A Million Dreams,' and 'The Greatest Show.' Audiences are invited to sing along together. Gather friends, warm up your voice, and experience the film's music and spectacle in a lively celebration.

Main Theatre · $29.50-$49.50

Wednesday, January 6th

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Toddler Days at Joseph Brant Museum

Toddler Days is a hands-on, interactive program for children ages 2–4 years old. Parents or caregivers accompany their child throughout the session. The program meets at Joseph Brant Museum on Wednesday mornings from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Each week explores a different theme: PJ Party (Jan 6), Snow Day (Jan 13), Outer Space (Jan 20), Shape of Our World (Jan 27), Under the Sea (Feb 3), Family and Friends (Feb 10), Pets (Feb 17), and At the Carnival (Feb 24). Cost is $12.00 per child (tax included). Accompanying adults are complimentary. Pre-registration is required due to limited capacity.

Museums of Burlington · Free

Tuesday, January 26th

7:00PM – 9:30PM

Classical Arts Entertainment Presents: Swan Lake by the United European Ballet Company

Swan Lake 🦢 United European Ballet presents this iconic classical ballet, telling the timeless story of Prince Siegfried, Princess Odette, the evil sorcerer Rothbart, and a powerful spell that transforms maidens into swans. Set to Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's immortal score, the production features expressive choreography, dramatic storytelling, and the famous Dance of the Little Swans. The cast of international dancers performs with artistry and grace against elaborate hand-painted sets and exquisite costumes created by European designers. The production combines classical ballet tradition with the grandeur and emotion of a romantic masterpiece. Ballet in two acts with one intermission. Suitable for ages 3 and up; family-friendly. For more information, visit www.classicalarts.net

Main Theatre

Friday, February 12th

7:30PM

How Could You, Mrs. Dick?

Based on a true story, "How Could You, Mrs. Dick?" follows the rise and scrutiny of Evelyn Dick, a woman at the centre of a sensationalized public scandal. As reporters attempt to uncover the truth, Evelyn becomes both subject and spectacle. Charismatic and complex, Evelyn navigates the blurred line between truth and perception as those around her attempt to define her. At its core, the play explores the making of a public figure - and the cost of being at the centre of it. Directed by Matt Willson. Produced by Julie Donoahue. Written by Douglas Rodger. All Ages. Runtime information not provided. Schedule: February 12, 2027 @ 8:00 pm February 13, 2027 @ 7:30 pm February 14, 2027 @ 2:00 pm (matinee) February 19, 2027 @ 7:30 pm February 20, 2027 @ 7:30 pm February 21, 2027 @ 2:00 pm (matinee) February 26, 2027 @ 7:30 pm February 27, 2027 @ 7:30 pm February 28, 2027 @ 2:00 pm (matinee) Prices: Adult $33.00, Senior (60+) $28.00 Box Office: 905-639-7700 Email: info@theatreburlington.on.ca

Theatre Burlington, 2311 New St, Central Park, Burlington, ON (in the Drama Centre) · $28 - $33

Friday, February 12th

8:00PM

46th Annual Drury Lane Music Hall

Drury Lane presents Music Hall 2027 🎭, the 46th edition of this annual variety comedy musical. The production features energetic performances filled with music, dance, and elaborate costumes, culminating in a traditional finale with the Pearlie Kings and Queens. The Chairman will deliver comedy — expect some of the best and worst jokes of all time. Audiences are encouraged to clap, cheer, boo, and hiss throughout. Suitable for all ages. Evening performances (8:00 p.m.): February 12, 13, 18, 19, 25, 26, 27; March 4, 5, 6. Matinée performances (2:00 p.m.): February 14, 20, 21, 28; March 6, 7. For tickets and information, contact the box office at 905-637-3979 or boxoffice@drurylane.ca.

Drury Lane Theatre

Monday, February 15th

11:00AM – 4:00PM

Yassama and the Beaded Calabash

When the well in her village begins to dry up, Yassama must walk farther each day to fetch water for her family. She worries about the future of her village and whether she can save it from the drought that threatens them. With the help of an old Baobab tree and a mysterious beaded calabash, Yassama learns to understand the limits of the nature that sustains her. Blending African oral tradition, theatre, and dance, this is a timeless ecological and spiritual tale. More than a search for water, the story reveals the sacred bond between people and Mother Earth, celebrating perseverance, humility, and shared responsibility.

Community Studio Theatre · $15

Monday, February 15th

1:00PM – 3:30PM

Family Day! – Samajam: YOU are the Show!

You are the musician. You are the creator. You are the show. This fully participatory musical experience invites the audience to actively perform throughout 90% of the show. The program combines interactive participation, musical learning, rhythmic challenges, video games, comedic sketches, and exploration of diverse songs and rhythms from around the world. Each attendee receives a Musical Bag containing three percussion instruments to play at key moments, building the collective rhythmic creation and musical progression. Everyone can participate, regardless of age, musical experience, or skill level. The show has been presented more than 1,500 times across 8 countries, with over 1 million tickets sold.

Main Theatre · $25.50-$45.50

Wednesday, March 17th

1:00PM – 10:00PM

Erth’s Shark Dive

Seven Australian acrobats and 30 metres of rope make up By a Thread. Two industrial pulleys and a heavy-duty sailing rope are transformed into a performance space where the acrobats execute feats of strength, balance, and artistry suspended in mid-air.

Main Theatre · $34.50-$54.50

Thursday, March 25th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

By a Thread

A bold adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet, performed by eight actors with Down syndrome. The production explores desire, struggle, and identity through a fresh interpretation of the classic.

Main Theatre · Pay what you can

Friday, April 16th

7:30PM

Five Alarm

Five Alarm is a comedy about Ava Rose, a Killaloe resident who has competed in the Wayne Rose Memorial Chili Cook Off for sixteen years without winning. This year, armed with a new assistant and determined to recover her late father's missing Five Alarm Chili recipe, she faces off against her childhood rival in a quest to reclaim both the competition's honour and cash prize — and uncover the mysteries of her past. Directed by Melissa Roberts and written by Kristen Da Silva (a member of the Playwrights Guild of Canada). Suitable for all ages. Adult tickets: $33.00. Senior (60+): $28.00. Box office: 905-639-7700. Email: info@theatreburlington.on.ca. www.mqlit.ca.

Theatre Burlington, 2311 New St., Central Park, Burlington, ON · $28 - $33

Tuesday, April 20th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

Can You Sing Canada? Burlington Edition

A bold adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet performed by eight actors with Down syndrome. The production explores desire, struggle, and big questions through a fresh interpretation of the classic play.

Main Theatre · $39.50-$59.50

Friday, May 7th

8:00PM

Little Women, The Broadway Musical

Based on Louisa May Alcott's classic novel, this musical follows the four March sisters—Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy—through their adventures in Concord, Massachusetts during the Civil War. Meg is the nurturing romantic; Jo is tomboyish, spirited, and independent; Amy is artistic and ambitious; and Beth is sweet, loving, musical, and fragile. The powerful score captures personal discovery, heartbreak, hope, romance, and everlasting love. The production is suitable for all ages and promises to enchant both devoted fans of Little Women and musical theatre enthusiasts alike. Evening performances are at 8:00 p.m. on May 7, 8, 13, 14, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, and 29. Matinée performances are at 2:00 p.m. on May 9, 15, 16, 23, 29, and 30.

Drury Lane Theatre

Saturday, May 8th

6:30PM – 8:00PM

Mother's Day Concert

Mother's Day Concert featuring live music.

1921 Snake Road

Sunday, May 9th

4:00PM – 6:30PM

Joss Arnott Dance – Meet the Hatter

A bold adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet, performed by eight actors with Down syndrome. The production centers their voices, desires, struggles, and questions through a reimagined take on the classic.

Main Theatre · $39.50-$59.50