May brings rain, flowers and the promise of Summer. Check out things to do in Burlington this month when it’s a bit quieter in the city.

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Featured Events

Burlington Waterfront Sculpture Trail

With 35+ temporary public art pieces installed along the Burlington waterfront and throughout downtown, the Burlington Waterfront Sculpture Trail is 2km of inspiration, wonder and awe. The trail is fully accessible and open 24/7. Vote for your favourite pieces. Make it part of an extended stay.

A (Long) Weekend in Burlington

Whether it’s for the Victoria Day long weekend (May 18-20) or any two or three days you can spend taking in the sights, sounds and tastes of Burlington – just do it. We’ve got itineraries for adults only or the whole family. Book your stay now.

RBG After Dark

Spring into Summer with the first of many After Dark Patio Experiences at the Royal Botanical Gardens at this 19+ event on Thursday, May 16. Enjoy a custom dining journey, live jazz entertainment and lawn games. Unwind with friends or make it a date night. Tickets are limited.

Stay Over

Blue Jays Fans Love Burlington

Love the Blue Jays but not the price of a hotel in Toronto? Stay in Burlington and take GO Transit. It’s stress-free and direct. Book a stay at one of 18 hotels and motels in town. Park for free at any of 3 GO Transit stations or ride Burlington Transit for free to the Burlington or Appleby GO stations then hop on the train to Union Station/Rogers Centre running every 30 minutes. Use a PRESTO, credit or debit card to travel.

In the Middle of Everything

With hotels at all price points and with a variety of amenities like spas, pools and free breakfasts, there’s a place for everyone to rest their head. Book early for the best rates, especially if you’re coming to the region for the RBC Canadian Open in Hamilton this month, the Sound of Music Festiva l in Burlington in June, or the Taylor Swift concerts in Toronto in November. Easy GO Transit and highway access make it an ideal location for extended trips.

Arts & Culture in Burlington

Art Gallery of Burlington

The Art Gallery of Burlington is Burlington’s public art gallery and community centre. It is a place of intersection where creators, cultures, and communities meet and share in the wealth of human creativity.

This month, the Art Gallery of Burlington presents exhibits:

From May 10 - Sep 1: We Who Have Known Many Shores - Free admission.

Until Jun 23: Destroyer - Free admission.

Burlington Performing Arts

With a decade of song, dance, comedy, magic, intimate performances, and grand spectacles to celebrate, the Burlington Performing Arts Centre (BPAC) always has something to enjoy for all ages.

The Legends Show, and The Stampeders are just two of the shows hitting the stage at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre. Enjoy dinner in Downtown Burlington before the performance.

May 10: The Stampeders

May 15: The Legends Show

Museums of Burlington

Shine the light on the mysteries of darkness at the Worlds of the Night temporary exhibit at the Joseph Brant Museum, or learn about local history at Ireland House.

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Get your Burlington Merch!

Show your Burlington pride with our ball caps, shirts, hoodies, and more. Visit us at 414 Locust St. to shop Burlington Merchandise.

New visitor Guide This Month

The 2024-2025 Visitor Guide will be hot off the presses this month. You’ll be able to view it digitally on our website or pick up hard copies at visitor centres throughout the greater Toronto, Hamilton and Niagara region as well as the Burlington Visitor Information Centre. In the meantime, the current one has lots of relevant info and ideas.

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