Music Archives - Tourism Hamilton

Canadian rock band Arkells performing on stage under bright spotlights, with the lead singer playing guitar at centre stage, drummer and keyboardist behind him, and a cheering crowd in the foreground.

TD Coliseum Reopens: A New Era for Hamilton’s Legendary Live Music Venue

November 9, 2025

Step inside the downtown arena and discover its legendary story.

Attendees standing near the main stage at the Because Beer Craft Beer Festival in Hamilton, with a couple in the foreground and stage lights glowing in the background.

Annual Festivals & Events in Hamilton

October 30, 2025

Hamilton buzzes year-round with festivals celebrating music, food, art, and community, so we’ve rounded up the best annual events by season to help you plan your next visit.

Concert crowd holding up smartphones to record a live performance under bright blue and white stage lights, with the performer blurred in the background. The scene captures the energy and excitement of a large audience at a modern music event.

Hamilton Sounds Good: 10 Things for Music Lovers to Look Forward to in 2026

October 30, 2025

Hamilton is a city built on music and in 2026, that story hits a high note.

Audience cheering and clapping at a live concert inside a grand venue with colourful stage lighting and musicians performing in the background. The crowd is engaged and lively, creating an energetic atmosphere filled with music and light.

Q&A – Hamilton Music Makers You Should Know

October 30, 2025

Meet some local music standouts and learn what they love about the city they call home.

Colourful street mural by artist Pete Fowler on the exterior wall next to Dr. Disc in downtown Hamilton, Ontario. The artwork features bold cartoon-style figures with blue and purple faces, holding speakers against a pink and purple mountain-and-ocean backdrop. The playful, surreal design includes stars, waves, and expressive shapes, blending music and nature themes in a vibrant, contemporary style.

For the Love of Vinyl: Exploring Hamilton’s Record Stores

October 30, 2025

Get into the groove with a deep dive into the city's vinyl scene.

Top Spots for Fabulous Drag Shows and Queer Events in Hamilton

April 11, 2025

These local drag and queer events are ready to slay.

New & Noteworthy in Hamilton in 2025

December 2, 2024

Here are a few dozen new reasons to visit Hamilton this year.

Hamilton Bands Through the Ages: 50+ Years of Steel City Sound

October 30, 2024

Hamilton has long punched above its weight as a musical powerhouse. Here, we trace 55 years of the city’s breakout bands.

10 Tips for Supercrawl Weekend in Hamilton

August 18, 2024

Check out these 10 tips for making the most of Supercrawl weekend in Hamilton.