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BOOM X takes on 25 years of Gen X at warp speed

Rick Miller’s one-man show is a fun revisiting of 1970 to 1995, but also a reminder that generations have been tested before. It runs at Theatre Aquarius from Jan. 21 to Feb. 7. It’s well appreciated that looking at the past helps us understand the present. So, in…
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Canadian musical theatre spotlight will shine on Hamilton

The National Centre for New Musicals at Theatre Aquarius is wrapping up its second year of supporting new productions and hosting a summit to put their work at centre stage. Hamilton will be the epicentre of Canada’s musical theatre world when the National Centre for New Musicals (NCNM)…
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Comedian Mae Martin to host JUNO Awards in Hamilton

Ceremony will recognize Daniel Caesar and Billy Talent, broadcast will feature performance by William Prince, and JUNOfest performers announced, including nine with strong ties to Hamilton. Comedian, actor, singer-songwriter, podcast host, and writer Mae Martin will host the 55th annual JUNO Awards when they come to TD Coliseum in…
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Rotterdam is a thought-provoking play of identity

The Players’ Guild of Hamilton’s latest production tackles themes of gender identity, authenticity, and the human need to belong. Christening the new year at The Players’ Guild is the play Rotterdam, a thought-provoking story that begins on a recent New Year’s Eve in the Dutch port city. Alice…
City Life

OPINION: York Boulevard is a grand vision gone wrong

Hamilton’s gateway entrance from the west was once to be modelled after great European streets. But instead of being the ‘Champs Elysee of North America,’ the City caved to private interests and what was built is the architectural horror story it is today. There is a nearly 50-year-old…
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THE PLAYLIST

Dylan Hudecki is a Canadian indie-rock vet having played in many different bands, including By Divine Right, Cowlick, Slow Beach and The Dill. He’s a proud Hamiltonian who covers local album releases for HAMILTON CITY Magazine. COTS – Disturbing Body & Moonlit Building Hamilton has long been fertile…
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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…
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Hamilton music makers you should know

This city is a musical powerhouse. Here are a few local standouts sharing what they love about the place they call home. Killotine Photo: Rae Chatten Who: Metal band, represented Canada at Wacken Open Air 2025. Members: Matt Fraser (vocals and rhythm guitar), Jesse Luciani (lead guitar), James…

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In the Mix (Spring)

Editor Marc Skulnick’s buzzworthy beats, top tunes and awesome albums – Hamilton style! “Charlie IO” by Ellevator Indie alt-rock darlings Ellevator need no introduction and have been a mainstay in the local music scene since their inception back in 2018. The Hamilton-based band, which comprises Nabi Sue Bersche,…
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Larger Than Life: Massey Hall’s Hamilton Connection

The City of Hamilton and Toronto's Massey Hall share deep connections, going back more than 50 years. In 1971, seminal Steeltown rockers Crowbar played a show, which was later released as the first live in concert album by a Canadian band. Many Hamiltonians, like Tom Wilson, grew up seeing shows…
City Life

All Aboard: Next Stop, LRT

Hamilton’s oft-delayed LRT system is back from the dead and past the point of no return, which has local transit fans celebrating. Here’s what you need to know. First proposed in 2007, the 14-km Hamilton Light Rail Transit (LRT) line between McMaster University and Eastgate Square has…
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Art Galleries

Arctic Experience McNaught Gallery Art Gallery of Hamilton Art Gallery of Burlington Art in the Garden RGB Beckett Gallery Carnegie Gallery Centre [3]…
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Arts Organizations

Arts & Culture Council of Burlington Burlington Fine Arts Association Cobalt Connects Coalition of Black And Racialized Artists or COBRA Dundas Valley School of Arts Hamilton…
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Family + Kids

Active Parents Events & Kids Activities Hamilton Children’s Museum  Hamilton Public Library Kids Living Rock Royal Botanical…
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Fundraising | Philanthropy

Big Brothers Big Sisters Foundation Bulldogs Foundation Burlington Community Foundation Burlington Museums Foundation Empowerment Squared…
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Film | Festivals

AGH Film Festival Factory Media Centre Grit Lit Readers & Writers Festival Hamilton Black Film Festival HBFF 2022 Entries Hamilton Film Festival…