What's Happening in Hamilton - December 11th - 17th

Discover the unexpected with Hamilton's most comprehensive, clickable events list.

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The Vibe Hamilton
December 11, 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.

🎅 Christmas & Holiday Vibe 🎄 

Check out our 2025 Christmas & Holiday Guide. Updated weekly.

Your one-stop spot for all your fun festive plans in Hamilton, Ontario. Full of Santa Brunches, Christmas Bazaars, Holiday Entertainment & Experiences.

📆 Day by Day Vibe

Thursday December 11th
Friday December 12th
Saturday December 13th
Sunday December 14th
Monday December 15th
Tuesday December 16th
Wednesday December 17th

🍽️ Vibe Eats

Check out the Regular Vibe online for other regular food and drink events.

Handel’s Messiah

"Hope. Joy. Hallelujah"

Few works stir the soul like Handel’s Messiah. Glorious, moving, and filled with moments of pure wonder, it has uplifted audiences for generations with its message of peace and renewal.

From the first orchestral breath to the triumphant Hallelujah Chorus and Amen this is music that inspires with warmth, grandeur, and the power to light up the season. Whether it’s your first Messiah or your 50, join us for a night of joy, beauty, and celebration.*

Thursday, Dec 18th, 7.30 pm - Burlington Performing Arts Centre. Secure your seats now - Book here 

💪 Active Vibe

Check out the Regular Vibe online for regular activities and fitness programs.

🎭️ Vibe on Stage

Comedy

🎤 Regular Comedy, Open Mics and Improv

Check out the Regular Vibe online for comedy open nights, improv classes and more.

Celebrate 91 years of The Westdale on February 14th with a special evening featuring live entertainment by the Hamilton All-Star Jazz Band, drinks and hors d’oeuvres, and an exciting live auction—all leading up to a screening of Some Like It Hot!

Buy before January 1st and get $10 OFF the ticket price with promo code 91YEARS. All proceeds support their 90th Year Capital Fundraising Campaign.

Visit thewestdale.ca for tickets and to learn more!*

🌺 Cultural Vibe

📚️ Literature, Talks, Culture, History

💡 Art, Creative, Crafts

🛍️ Markets, Fairs, Festivals, Expos & Sales

Check out the Regular Vibe online for regular cultural events and current and permanent exhibitions.

🏅 Vibe to Win & Connect

❓️ Regular Trivia, 🔢 Bingo, ♠️ Cards, 🎯 Darts, Pool etc

Check out the Regular Vibe online for all the local trivia nights, bingo nights, card games, euchre, etc and for games and leagues.

🎸 Live Music & Dancing Vibe

Thursday December 11th
Friday December 12th
Saturday December 13th
Sunday December 14th
Monday December 15th

  • Where are the tunes at Hamilton?

Tuesday December 16th
Wednesday December 17th

Dancing

Regular Music Sets, Open Mics & Jams, Karaoke

Check out the Regular Vibe online for regular acts and music sets, Open Mics and Jams, and Karaoke.

🗓️ If you want to see your event included here, please email us! [email protected]

Everything included in this newsletter is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. Sometimes, the links we include pay us a referral or sponsor fee, which helps us continue to publish The Vibe at no cost to you. We will always tell you when an affiliate link is shared.

*indicates sponsored advertising content.

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