Events happening in Burlington.

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

Sunday, December 13th

2:00PM

Geeky Book Club: December Meeting - Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz

Geeky Book Club discusses Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz this month. The club is a group of readers who meet monthly to explore fantasy and sci-fi novels with a focus on actual discussion of the book itself. Guided questions help frame the conversation, and members are encouraged to share their own thoughts and takeaways. This month's selection is Automatic Noodle, a cozy near-future novella by Annalee Newitz about a crew of abandoned food service bots opening their own restaurant. While San Francisco rebuilds from war, a group of food service bots in an abandoned ghost kitchen take over their delivery app account, rebranding as a neighborhood lunch spot and producing hand-pulled noodles. When someone or something begins review bombing the restaurant's feedback page with fake negative reports, the bots race to find the culprit before their ratings collapse. The club generally alternates between fantasy and sci-fi each month. Once members attend their first meeting, they receive voting links to help choose future selections. This is the last Geeky Book Club meeting of 2026. Members are invited to participate in a holiday book swap by bringing a wrapped book they've enjoyed; participation is optional, and everyone who brings a book leaves with one. New members are welcome, whether lifelong readers, returning to books after a break, or just getting started.

Burlington Public Library - Brant Hills Branch · Free

Sunday, December 13th

2:00PM

Soul Sistas Yoga

Soul Sistas Yoga is a monthly sanctuary for Black women, combining gentle restorative movement, grounding mindfulness, and reflective journaling. The practice invites participants to rest, restore, and reconnect with themselves in a supportive community space. The session is designed for deep relaxation and real connection with other women. Reserve your ticket in advance to guarantee your spot.

Sadhana Yoga Studio (located inside Batts Athletic Club Complex) · $30 CAD + fees

Sunday, December 13th

4:00PM – 6:30PM

Burlington Symphony Orchestra: A Christmas Spectacular

A full-length holiday concert featuring seasonal favourites, audience sing-alongs, and a special guest from the North Pole. Tickets sell out annually. On-sale dates: Current subscribers may purchase Saturday, May 9 through Tuesday, June 2, 2026 (phone or in-person sales only). New full season subscriptions open Wednesday, June 3, 2026 (phone or in-person sales only). Pick 3 subscriptions open Tuesday, August 4, 2026 (phone or in-person sales only). Single tickets go on sale Tuesday, August 25, 2026 (available online, by phone, or in-person).

Main Theatre

Wednesday, December 16th

7:30PM – 10:30PM

Classic Albums Live – The Eagles: Their Greatest Hits

Their Greatest Hits (1971–1975) is The Eagles' first compilation album. It features songs from the band's first four albums and spent five weeks at number 1 on the Billboard 200 chart.

Main Theatre · $74.50-$94.50

Thursday, December 17th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

Brott Music Festival: Handel’s Messiah

The Brott Music Festival presents Handel's Messiah 🎼 at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre. Handel's Messiah is a cornerstone of the holiday season, beloved for over 280 years. The work moves from tender opening passages to the celebrated "Hallelujah" chorus, offering a musical journey of hope, joy, and renewal. This performance features live orchestral music and soloists performing the full score. Whether attendees are returning to a holiday tradition or experiencing Messiah for the first time, the evening promises a timeless work that resonates across generations. One performance only: Thursday, December 17, 2026, at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre. Tickets are available through the Brott Music Festival website or by calling the Box Office at 905-525-7664.

Main Theatre

Friday, December 18th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

A Very Charlie Brown Christmas Concert

Celebrate the season with Vince Guaraldi's beloved soundtrack from the 1965 Emmy Award-winning film A Charlie Brown Christmas. 🎄 This performance features music from the album performed by Adam Bowman on drums, Duncan Wilson on piano, and Tyler Wagler on bass, accompanied by Burlington's Enchorus Children's Choir.

Main Theatre · $39.50-$59.50

Saturday, December 19th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

4th Annual Whitehorse Winter Classic

Whitehorse Winter Classic 🎵 Whitehorse presents the fourth annual Winter Classic, a holiday concert and fundraiser supporting Ladybird Animal Sanctuary. The evening will feature songs from their acclaimed holiday album, festive favourites, and highlights from across Whitehorse's award-winning, genre-spanning catalogue. The duo of Melissa McClelland and Luke Doucet will be joined by their band and an exciting lineup of musical guests, with more surprises planned for the night. Ladybird Animal Sanctuary is a Hamilton-based animal rescue charity co-founded by Whitehorse's Melissa McClelland. Since its inception in 2010, the charity has rescued almost 2,000 cats, dogs, and small animals from high-volume shelters in the Southern Ontario area. Attendees can support the cause through a silent auction at the concert and by making donations on-site.

Main Theatre · $59.50-$79.50

Sunday, December 20th

10:00AM – 2:00PM

Hands-On Beginner Photography Workshop - Mississauga, ON

A hands-on beginner photography workshop led by Learn Photography Canada. Participants will learn photography fundamentals through interactive, guided practice. The workshop runs for 4 hours and is open to all ages. Held at Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, 680 Plains Road West, Burlington, ON L7T 4H4. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event.

Royal Botanical Gardens Canada · $297 CAD

Sunday, December 20th

7:30PM – 9:30PM

Welcome Christmas in Burlington with Jacob Moon & Mike Janzen Trio

Jacob Moon & the Mike Janzen Trio perform festive holiday music in Burlington. Attendees are invited to an evening of Christmas songs and seasonal celebration with these artists. The event offers a cozy, welcoming atmosphere for holiday music fans of all kinds.

North Burlington Baptist Church · $45 CAD + fees

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, December 30th

2:30PM – 10:00PM

Chris Funk The Wonderist: Redefining Wonder

Chris Funk’s REDEFINING WONDER is an engaging and visceral multimedia experience that has audiences talking and scratching their heads for years to come. Finally, a MAGIC SHOW WITH LIVE MUSIC! Chris has pioneered the use of instruments like the violin, guitar, flute and more into his illusions. His parents wanted him to be a musician, but he wanted to be a magician. Chris tells his story on how he integrated his love for music and magic in a show unlike any other. Whether it’s a violin concerto to a magical dancing sheet of music to impossibly suspending various instruments on stage, his show is in a league of its own. The live-feed camera and interactive videos bring audiences up onstage and into the action, delivering a show that family audiences can call their own. From NBC’s America’s Got Talent, CW’s Penn & Teller: Fool Us & Masters of Illusion, FOX’s Hell’s Kitchen and Syfy’s Wizard Wars, his unique approach to magic has garnered him performances at Las Vegas’ Planet Hollywood, Mandalay Bay, Rio, and Tropicana casinos as well as residencies at Disney. In addition to his own touring, Chris has starred in major touring magic productions Masters of Illusion LIVE. Chris’ show has garnered standing ovations and a reputation for excellence. AMERICA’S GOT TALENT – SIMON COWELL: “BEST MAGICIAN we’ve had on the show so far! I’ve NEVER seen anything like that!” DISNEY: “Absolutely FANTASTIC!” CBC: “HEAD-SCRATCHING MAGIC!” PENN & TELLER: “There’s a WILDNESS and beauty to Chris Funk’s daft and funny presence that we – and the audiences we’ve seen him with – find IRRESISTIBLE.” PENN & TELLER Sponsored by

Main Theatre · $34.50-$54.50

Thursday, December 31st

6:30PM – 8:00PM

New Year’s Eve Coyote Howl

Howl in the New Year at Bronte Creek. Guests are invited to gather and learn about the mysterious life of urban coyotes as the new year arrives.

Bronte Creek Provincial Park

Thursday, December 31st

7:30PM – 9:00PM

Gryphon Trio with Nordic Voices

Canada's Gryphon Trio, three-time Juno Award winners, collaborates with Norwegian vocal sextet Nordic Voices for an evening of chamber music and a cappella works. The program features Dvořák's Dumky Trio alongside a cappella pieces rooted in global folk traditions, as well as bold new works by composers Andrew Balfour (Cree), Norbert Palej, and Bohdana Frolyak. This cross-cultural collaboration brings together string and vocal artistry across classical, contemporary, and traditional repertoire.

The Burlington Performing Arts Centre

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

Thursday, January 7th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

BOUNTY ENTERPRISES INC: Night Fever/The Bee Gees with Special Surprise Guests

Mamma Mia! The Official ABBA Show returns to the BPAC with special guests Night Fever, The Bee Gees Show. The production performs all the hits note for note, exactly as the original recordings. Ticket pre-sale: August 27th at 12 PM. Regular on-sale: September 1st at 5 PM.

Main Theatre · $67

Friday, January 8th

7:30PM – 10:00PM

BOUNTY ENTERPRISES INC: Abbamania Special Surprise Guests

ABBAMANIA, the world's number one ABBA production, returns to the BPAC with special guests. The show features all the hits performed note-for-note as the original recordings.

Main Theatre · $67

Saturday, January 16th

9:30AM – 4:30PM

Lee Valley Tools Burlington Store - Turn a Pen

Attendees will learn the fundamentals of woodturning and create their own turned pen under the guidance of a Customer Advisor. Wear closed-toe shoes, avoid loose clothing, and tie back long hair. Bring your own snacks. Registration is required. The ticket price of $65 includes all required materials and use of hand and power tools.

Lee Valley Tools · $65 CAD