Spend Your Summer on King William Street

Categories: Downtown Hamilton, Events, Free, Top Event

July 16, 2025 to September 14, 2025

Get ready to soak up all the good vibes and spend your Summer on King William Street.

Bring your friends and family down to King William Street this summer, as the iconic restaurant row turns into a lively, pedestrian-only hangout filled with live music, pop-up performances, and free events. Whether you’re grabbing a bite, catching a show, or just hanging out on a patio, there is something to enjoy almost every day. 

Weekly Events

• Tuesdays starting July 22 Live local music from noon to 1pm
• Wednesdays starting July 16 Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra concert from 12 noon to 1 pm 
• Thursdays starting July 31 Live local music from 6 pm to 7 pm 
• Saturdays starting July 19 Pop Up Markets 

Special Events

Fringe Boulevard
July 16 – 27  
 
Fringe Boulevard is packed with music, drag, dance, film, art, and more all festival long. Plus, each Saturday, you can wander through unique artisan markets. The best part is that it's all free, all fun, and totally Fringe. 

‘73 Till Infinity Dance Performance
August 20 & 22  

73 'Til Infinity is part dance show, part throwback block party, and all about Hip-Hop and Street Dance culture. Expect to see high-energy performances, freestyle battles, DJs, and a live band bringing old-school block party vibes to the heart of downtown. 

Supercrawl
September 12 – 14  

End summer with a bang at Hamilton's legendary Supercrawl music and arts festival. Expect the unexpected as you wander the downtown core, a perfect introduction to Hamilton's arts scene 

WHILE YOU'RE HERE

• Plan your visit with our Downtown Guide, packed with things to see, do, and eat before and after the festival. 
• Visit our Accommodations Guide for all your overnight needs. 
• Check out our Getting Here and Getting Around tips for a seamless trip. 
• GO trains now run every hour between Toronto's Union Station and Hamilton's West Harbour Station, a short walk or bus ride to the downtown core.