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THINGS TO DO IN HAMILTON, BURLINGTON
We are spoiled for things to see and do in #HamOnt and #BurlOn. HAMILTON CITY Magazine helps you keep up with it all. Think of us as your plugged-in friend who knows all the cool stuff happening around town! Get out and enjoy – and tell them HCM sent you!
Hounds of Hamilton
We need a big dose of dogs these days so HAMILTON CITY Magazine's new feature celebrates the city's canines. Send in your dogs (and cats)! Is there any better escape from the relentless news cycle, doom scrolling and polarizing politics, and any simpler way to…
Deeply affordable 412 Barton opens
The $8.3-million project led by St. Matthew’s House will offer housing to 15 people facing homelessness, with a special focus on Black and Indigenous seniors and women. Two years ago, on another blustery December day, ground was officially broken at the site of a dream to house 15…
Hamilton Literary Awards announced
The winners of the 2025 awards were announced at the Hamilton Public Library on Dec. 11. The winners of the 32nd annual Hamilton Literary Awards, which celebrates local authors from the Greater Hamilton Area & Six Nations, were announced at the Hamilton Public Library on Dec. 11.
The Iron Cow brings something that’s been missing to downtown
Part elevated British pub, and part sports bar, Matty Matheson-led eatery delivers with a creative and well-executed menu in a welcoming space. Holy Cow! There is a new restaurant in town, part of the recently renovated and reopened TD Coliseum complex. My dining experience as a media…
PREVIEW: A Nook & Cranny Christmas mystery
The Spirit of Christmas, on this weekend at The Staircase, sees Hamilton comedy collaborators Justin Shaw and Devin Bateson reprise their roles as wild and lovable twin detectives. Comedy collaborators Justin Shaw and Devin Bateson are back as wild and lovable twin detectives Nook & Cranny. This time,…
Two veteran local broadcasters enter news partnership
Outlets with combined 176 years in business enter new deal that will see 1150 CKOC simulcast CHCH Evening News at 6PM from Monday to Friday. CHCH-TV and 1150 CKOC will work together to bring more local news to radio listeners in the Hamilton, Halton, Brantford and Niagara regions.
Find your holiday spirit at ‘Tis the Season
The Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra will perform holiday carols, holiday hits and the beloved 'Nutcracker Suite,' along with Hamilton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, Hamilton Children’s Choir, and the Hamilton Academy of Performing Arts. You can even do some holiday shopping! How to get into the holiday spirit: Step…
Making music: Miles ahead
Danny Miles, best known as drummer for rock band July Talk, has stepped out from behind the kit as a hip-hop producer, songwriter, and solo performer. He's working on his third solo album. Call it a mutual love affair.Four years ago, Danny Miles joined the influx of…