2025 Christmas & Holiday Guide

Updated weekly - Your one-stop spot for all your festive plans in Hamilton, Ontario.

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The Vibe Hamilton
December 17, 2025

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Note: Events may be full, cancelled or have changed times. Be sure to check or reach out to the venue before going. Events marked 🆓 are no charge or by PWYC donation. Some other events may be no charge, but did not indicate so.

 👪️ Family Multi-Day Experiences 🎄 

(Excl Dec 25th, 26th & Jan 1st)

Christmas Lights - Decorated Houses Map

Christmasland Charity Display - Freelton

Each year, families search for the best houses or streets to see Christmas lights. Active Parents has put together a map to make your search easier.

Be sure you go to Christmasland Charity Display - Freelton - Nightly 5 -9.30 pm - it’s by far the best we have seen.

There are also several happening (or planned) neighbourhood window advent calendars

Ward 3 has in past years - no news on 2025

🎭️ On Stage

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