Family-Friendly Things to Do in Burlington This Weekend — Jul 25, 2026
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Weekend Forecast
☁Sat28° / 19°
🌦Sun26° / 20°
This week's pick
K-POP Performances at Summer Fun Fest
Saturday is your outdoor window — 28°C and cloudy, which is actually ideal: warm without the glare. The Summer Fun Fest at Burlington Centre runs all day and anchors the morning. Sunday brings a 42% chance of drizzle, so lean toward the Art Gallery of Burlington or Westfield Heritage Village, which has covered buildings throughout. Two solid days if you plan around the weather shift.
Burlington Centre's Summer Fun Fest brings free K-POP performances to the parking lot at Guelph Line and Fairview Street on Saturday. First set runs 11–11:30 a.m. with a meet-and-greet until 12:40 p.m.; second set at 2 p.m. Face painting, airbrush tattoos, and the Cogeco Fun Zone fill the gaps. A designated sensory-friendly tent is available — email nyoung@riocan.com in advance to arrange access.
The Art Gallery of Burlington runs a free Family Open Studio Sunday from 1–4 p.m. — good timing if the drizzle arrives as forecast. Programming this season is inspired by artist Roda Medhat's sculptural work; artist-instructors are on hand, but kids can also explore independently. No registration required and it's fully indoors.
Sun · 1:00 p.m. · Art Gallery of Burlington · Free
The Burlington Lions Club Farmers Market runs Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Burlington Centre lot — same location as the Summer Fun Fest, so you can hit both in one trip. Local produce, baked goods, honey, and artisan vendors. Arrive before 10 a.m. for the best selection before the K-POP crowd builds.
Westfield Heritage Village's Special Sunday theme this week is A Day in the Kitchen — exploring what historic kitchens were used for beyond cooking. Family craft is a jam-jar-themed note card. The village's covered buildings make it a reasonable Sunday pick even if the drizzle shows up; runs noon to 4 p.m.
Hollywood Blockbusters at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre Saturday evening at 7:30 p.m. brings live orchestral versions of iconic film scores. Best suited for kids 7 and up who can sit through a concert; roughly 90 minutes. Tickets required — check BPAC's site.
Sat · 7:30 p.m. · Burlington Performing Arts Centre
The Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology hosts Train Days with the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers on Sunday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Miniature steam engines run on the outdoor track; museum admission is by donation and includes self-guided tours of the 1859 Boiler House and Pumphouse. Note: train rides cancel in rain, so check their Instagram Sunday morning before heading out.
Sun · 11:00 a.m. · Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology · Free
Indigo Play Days runs Saturday at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at select Chapters and Indigo locations. This week's theme is Groovy Creative Club — a '90s-inspired personality quiz, Groovy Girls activities, and a mini keychain journal to take home. No reservation needed; spaces for participants are limited so arrive a few minutes early.
Sat · 11:00 a.m. · Select Indigo and Chapters stores · Free
Michaels Kids Club runs Saturday 10 a.m. to noon — free in-store bracelet-making with a summer design. No registration, no cost. Good filler if you're already out Saturday morning and need 30 minutes of structured activity.
Royal Botanical Gardens canoe tours through Cootes Paradise run Saturday 9–11 a.m. Small group, guided, focused on marsh wildlife. Saturday's cloudy 28°C is close to ideal for paddling. Check the RBG site for age minimums and booking — this one fills up.
