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The patio furniture may be getting packed away, but Hamilton’s food scene is still hot, and this month it’s all about burgers. And lots of them.

Novemburger is back, with 28 Hamilton restaurants serving limited-edition creations all month long. That’s enough for a new burger almost every day of November and every bite supports Breakthrough Type 1 Diabetes Canada. Last year’s Gauntlet winner put away twenty Novemburgers! We’re not saying that’s a challenge, but we’re not not saying it.

Saving room might be tricky, because seven new food and drink spots have opened around the city in the past month. Here is the list.

Speaking of trying a new food spot, join us on November 17 for our last Vibe Dinner Club of 2026. We are dining in Hess Village, perhaps you will be saying what one diner said last month - "I had a great time with my group! It was a great way to meet new people, and try a new restaurant. I have recommended the Vibe Dinner Club to all my friends "

If you liked this week’s issue please share it with the person who always says “I’m not that hungry” and then eats half your fries.

~ Paul - ❤️

P.S. It was wonderful to see the support for local businesses at last weekend's Hamilton Day and it struck me that the holiday season is an ideal time to continue that love so we are starting a new weekly section for November and December - Shop Local for the Holidays.

Each week we will highlight three local stores in three categories: a gift idea, a holiday deal and holiday themed activities. Do you own a business or have a fave that you would like to see featured in one of these categories? Please complete our form to be considered or suggest your fave - https://tinyurl.com/vibe-shoplocal

🗓 Want to see your Hamilton, Ontario event included here? Please complete our Event Form here.

Note: Events may be full, cancelled or have changed times. Be sure to check or reach out to the venue before going.

Group Savings on a Holiday Musical Favourite

This holiday season, Hamilton gets a burst of colour as Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat arrives at Theatre Aquarius, running November 18th to January 3rd.

Packed with joyful choreography, eye-popping costumes, a talented local children’s chorus and timeless hits like Any Dream Will Do and Close Every Door, this musical delights every generation. Gather your family, friends, colleagues or community group and enjoy great savings:

  • Groups of 10 to 25: 15% off

  • Groups of 26 to 49: 20% off

  • Groups of 50+: 25% off

With 1:30 pm matinees and 7:00 pm evening shows, planning your outing is easy.

Make memories together. Reserve your group seats today.

Box Office: 905.522.7529

Group discounts exclude Copper seats.

📆 DAY BY DAY VIBE

Lest we forget, the city has a series of Remembrance Services this week.

Dundas Little Theatre’s season kicks off on Friday with their first production, The Play That Goes Wrong.

On Saturday, Afro Puppy Yoga is back with a three class Rottweiler Takeover and this time at a new event space on the mountain, Something New.

The Back Alley Gallery has a 40 artist show, What Time Is It? on Saturday.

James Kahane is the HAALSA lecture speaker on Saturday speaking to A Conductor's View: Music, Community, and the HPO. 

TV series fans can watch a couple of favourites on the big screen this week with Twin Peaks: Season 1 at The Playhouse and a Heated Rivalry: The Marathon at The Westdale.

The holiday season is here and there are a number of Christmas and maker’s markets across the city this weekend.

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Kick Off the Holiday Season With Five New Friends

We had a lot of fun last month, one diner said; "I had a great time with my group! It was a great way to meet new people, and try a new restaurant. I have recommended the Vibe Dinner Club to all my friends "

This month, The Vibe Dinner Club is heading to Hess Village on Tuesday, November 17, for the last dinner club of 2026.

Start your holiday season celebrations with great food and great company. It’s easy, take the quick quiz, get matched with five other locals, and find out the morning of the 17th which Hess Village restaurant you’re headed to. After dinner, everyone meets up at a secret spot nearby to keep the night going.

Seats are filling up already, and you can bring a friend if you don’t want to come by yourself - book your seats now.

🍽 VIBE EATS

Seven new food and drinks places opened up in the city last month, check them out here.

🚸 KIDS VIBE

As part of its Festival the Art Gallery of Hamilton has a free Family Fare event with art, food and music for families on Sunday and Arts Dundas Weekend has a number of family friendly events.

💪 ACTIVE VIBE

Murphy’s Mission has organized a fundraiser at Christie Lake with a Run for Hamilton Animal Services on Saturday.

Action 13 has a Winter Sowing Workshop in Dundas on Sunday.

Opening Night Goes Hilariously Off the Rails in Dundas

Opening night is about to become a beautiful disaster. 

When a well-meaning community theatre attempts a 1920s murder mystery, collapsing scenery, missing props, forgotten lines, and unconscious actors turn the evening into one brilliantly choreographed catastrophe. 

Directed by Elaine Hale, this fast, physical comedy proves the show must somehow go on. 

Dundas Little Theatre presents The Play That Goes Wrong, running November 6th to 22nd at 37 Market Street South. 

Evening performances start at 7:30 pm, with Sunday matinees at 2 pm. Choose your seats today.

🎭 VIBE ON STAGE

A Femme Fatales & Baddies Drag Brunch is happening at Bernies Tavern on Saturday.

The Reserved Parking Tour: Comedy Show is coming to Aquanova Brewing next Thursday with host Trevor Curle.

🌺 CULTURAL VIBE

Author Lucy Foley is in conversation with Uzma Jalaluddin at the Central Library on Friday evening. 

Vero Gallery and Cafe invites you to meet artist Mya Naidoo on Sunday.

Witch lovers can check out two markets on Saturday, the Witchy Wares Mystical Market at the Canadian Legion on Barton St East and the Luna Witches Night Market at Ancaster Fairgrounds. 

🏀 VIBE SPORTS

Following their Canadian Championship win, Forge FC face Atlético Ottawa at Hamilton Stadium on Saturday with a place in the Canadian Premier League final on the line.

Find fall fares that fit

Cool air, colorful leaves or a whole new city skyline: There's still time to book your fall escape with Alaska Airlines. Watch the aspens turn golden in Denver, catch a set on Broadway in Nashville, or trade sweaters for sunshine in Palm Springs.

Subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.

🏅 VIBE TO WIN & CONNECT

A puurfect way to learn Mah Jong and donate to the SPCA this Saturday with Matcha + Meow Jong at The Cotton Factory.

🎸 LIVE MUSIC VIBE & DANCING 🕺

There is a tribute music night of Janis Joplin at Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre on Friday and A Night of Neil Young at Clifford Brewing on Tuesday.

Salsa Soul has a Gala at the Gasworks on Saturday night.

📡 UPCOMING VIBE

The Smooth Comedy Festival is coming up November 27th & 28th.

Note: Events may be full, cancelled or have changed times. Be sure to check or reach out to the venue before going.

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