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The Downtown Hamilton BIA is a local board of council operating under a non-profit model established in 1982 by City of Hamilton to provide beautification, promotion, and preservation of Downtown Hamilton through successful public and private partnerships

10/19/2026

The The Hamilton Spectator Reader’s Choice Awards winners have been announced! 🎊🙌

We are delighted to see the wide range of Downtown Hamilton businesses who have taken home awards this year.

From legal services, eateries and beyond, Downtown Hamilton has once again proved why, 🏆

Well done to all! 🏅

10/16/2026

Check out the events happening for Halloween this month in Downtown Hamilton 🧌🧞‍♀️🧟‍♂️

Swipe ⬅️ to see what’s on! For more information visit each business’ website and social media.

And don’t forget to come down to our Halloween Spooktacular on Friday the 30th of October! 👻

PER’SO’NA ‘s “The Nightmare Before…” Afternoon tea!
📍 14 James Street N.

Electric Diner ‘s 80s Halloween Party
📍 28 James Street N.

Mills Hardware and Eyes Like Static ‘s Emo Night
📍 95 King Street E.

Escape Manor Hamilton ‘s Primal Fear
📍 103 King Street E.

The Dapper Dog Den | Downtown Hamilton Dog Grooming Salon and Galaxy Burger ‘s A very Dapper Halloween
📍 120 King Street E.

Ichabod’s Books & Scares ‘s Grand Opening
📍 17 John Street N.

Daigyo Hamilton ‘s Halloween Themed Menu
📍 125 King Street E.

Youth Wellness Centre ‘s Halloween Party
📍 38 James Street S.

OXIGIN by Ridiculous Entertainment Group ‘s Various Events
📍 38 King William Street

MANSION Nightclub Hamilton ‘s Various Events
📍 54 King Street E.

Club 77 ‘s Various Events
📍 95 King William Street

Dirty Dog Saloon ‘s Various Events
📍 41 Catharine Street N.

10/13/2026

Fall is here which means Shawarma is back on the menu! 🍂🌯🧆

I mean, you can enjoy a delicious chicken or falafel meal in the middle of summer! I mean, who hasn’t gone for a kebab or rice dish after a night out?! But there’s something so nice and warm about enjoying Middle Eastern cuisine, and Lulu’s Shawarma on the corner of John and King William has been a staple not only for local downtown residents but people from all over Hamilton, the perfect meal either before or after a gig, a late evening at work, or just a dinner you can Walsh trust to be consistent! 🙌

This staple of the community might not be a spot you sit down and dine at, but take a moment to take in the biggest fans of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats while you’re waiting for your delicious meal! 🐯

📍Lulu’s Shawarma, 32 John Street N., Hamilton

10/11/2026

Join us downtown for the Hamilton Zombiewalk on October 24th starting at the Gore Park Fountain! ⛲️🧟‍♀️🧟

This family friendly event is FREE and has heaps of prizes. Please bring a non-perishable food donation with proceeds going to The Uncommon Society Hamilton 🥫🙌

Walk along the streets of Downtown Hamilton before heading to the after party at The Cat 'n Fiddle Pub with performances from Wes Gray and Devon Bistro 🎼🎸

Thank you Twiggie A DeCoeur for your leadership with this year’s event! 🧟‍♂️

Gore Park, 12.00pm, we’ll see you there!

10/09/2026

Mark your calendars, the Halloween Spooktacular returns for 2026! 🎃🦇👻

Taking place in Gore Park on Friday, October 30th from 5 to 8 PM, the park will be transformed into a family-friendly celebration of all things spooky. Event attendees can enjoy:

🖌️Face painting
🎢Kiddie amusement rides
📸Photo booth
🪄 Strolling entertainment
🎃 Pumpkin decorating station
🍬 Candy giveaway
➕ And more!

All activities are completely free. All ages are welcome to attend, and the BIA encourages attendees to show up and show out in their best costumes!

📲 You can find more information at the link here!
https://downtownhamilton.org/halloween/

10/08/2026

The 2026 Municipal Elections are right around the corner! 🗳️

Voting is a crucial part in participating in our democracy and we encourage everyone in the Downtown Hamilton BIA and across the rest of the city to make their voice heard this month. 🙌

This election, there is unfortunately no voting locations inside the BIA, so we have shared six of locations in this post that are a five minute walk or less from our boundary 👟

Not around on election day? No worries! You can head over to City Hall from the 13th to 23rd of October (excluding weekends) from 9.00am to 4.00pm to cast your vote.

All other locations featured in this post will be open on Monday, the 26th of October from 10.00am to 8.00pm.

Wishing all the best to all candidates standing!

10/06/2026

Fall dates downtown with Hamilton Civic Museums 📸🏛️🍂

Get on your best fall fit because it’s time to enjoy a unique experience at Whitehern Historic House and Garden! 🙌🎃

And while you’re at it, why not treat yourself to a delight from REDCHURCH CAFE + GALLERY by day, or Easy Tiger by night? Both now open seven days a week, you’ll be spoiled for choice at these two brilliant spots.🍹

Can’t make one of the event dates? No worries! The museum is still open on its regular hours, Tuesday to Sunday 12.00pm to 4.00pm

🕯️ An Evening of Victorian Spiritualism | October 16, 17, 18
📸 Spirit Photography | October 25th

Registration required

Whitehern Historic House
📍 41 Jackson Street W.

☕️ Redchurch Cafe
📍 68 King Street E.

🐅 Easy Tiger
📍 10 John Street N.

10/05/2026

Calling all Downtown Hamilton businesses, it’s time to register for Hamilton Day 2026: Halloween Edition! 🦇🎃 
Hamilton Day brings thousands of Hamiltonians and visitors out to explore, experience and shop our city, and every business in Hamilton is invited to be part of it.
 Whether you’re planning a Halloween promotion, launching a limited-time menu, offering a special deal, or simply opening your doors and welcoming Hamilton Day shoppers, we want to know what you’re up to.  Best of all? Registration is FREE.

We had a great turnout of downtown businesses in 2025, who’s ready to run it back in ‘26? 👻 
🎃 Register your business 🛍️ Tell us what you have planned 📍 Get your business on the Hamilton Day map 📣 Be part of one of Hamilton’s biggest celebrations of local
 Register now at HamiltonDay.ca/participate

09/30/2026

Today, on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we had the privilege of watching the unveiling of Bawaadan Collective’s “Right to Repossess”. 🧡

“Right to Repossess” is currently on display at the plinth of the former Sir John A. MacDonald statue and will be on display until October 2nd, 2026. Unable to get time off work or school? There’s still time so take in this powerful art project over the next few days.

We really enjoyed seeing members of our indigenous community, local downtown residents and business community members, and city representatives coming together to acknowledge and commit to the journey of reconciliation.

Be sure to give Bawaadan Collective a follow! Dream Of It
They are an indigenous media collective bringing together Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, Cree, Oji-Cree and Māori artists (mauri ora💪!). And keep an eye out on their socials and website for more great art and work being done by our indigenous communities, in Hamilton, Ontario, the country and the world!

09/28/2026

Open Streets round 2 was a blast! 🚲🛼💃

It was so fun getting amongst Hamilton community and play some giant games out in the sun before winter rolls around! 🏁☀️

We also loved seeing our downtown businesses involved with fun activities and promotions such too! Shoutout to the teams at:
🐶 The Dapper Dog Den | Downtown Hamilton Dog Grooming Salon
🍖 BIGGS RIBS©
📸 David Fillion📸
🎸 Mills Hardware

Address

20 Hughson Street S. Suite 104
Hamilton, ON
L8N2A1

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+19055231646

Website

https://linktr.ee/DowntownHamiltonBIA

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