What’s It All About?

Hamilton Day is an annual, city-wide celebration of our community and local businesses – featuring over 1000 participating local businesses, pop-up markets, and entertainment activations across Hamilton, Ontario.

Bursting with community pride and entertainment, it offers a premiere opportunity for local and regional visitors to explore, experience, and shop all areas of our city. 

Hamilton Day weekend will begin with a jam-packed day of local programming on Saturday, November 2nd. Kick-off activities will take place on Friday, November 1st. Check out our Schedule Page for more details!

All are welcome to join in the fun on the first weekend in November as we celebrate Hamilton and share that local love!

The History of Hamilton Day

The Hamilton Chamber of Commerce first held Hamilton Day in 1931 during the depths of the Great Depression to boost spirits and the local economy.

While it was only one day in an economic downturn that carried on for years, Hamilton Day was symbolic of a rallying spirit in the face of adversity.

In 2021, the Hamilton Chamber revived the event and brought Hamilton Day back to support small businesses through the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks to the overwhelming support from the Hamilton community, the Hamilton Chamber has made Hamilton Day an annual event!