Festival of Friends 50th Anniversary
• 1000 Main Street East
Series schedule
Festival of Friends 50th Anniversary
3 upcoming dates.
Gage Park
Fri, Jul 31 • All day
Gage Park
Sat, Aug 1 • All day
Details below reflect this session.
Gage Park
Sun, Aug 2 • All day
About
Festival of Friends returns to Gage Park for its 50th anniversary from July 31 to August 2, 2026. This free, rain-or-shine weekend is one of Hamilton's signature summer traditions, drawing residents and visitors alike for live music, festival energy, and long days in one of the city's most beautiful parks.
Whether you come for a headline performance, to meet up with friends, or simply to soak up the atmosphere, it is the kind of event that makes for an easy summer outing. Expect a busy park, a celebratory anniversary feel, and plenty to see over the course of the weekend.
Admission is free.
When
Sat, Aug 1, 12:00 a.m. • All day
Where
Gage Park • 1000 Main Street East
Parking
Parking details not provided.
Contact
Accessibility
- Sat, Aug 1, 12:00 a.m. (all day)
- Gage Park
- Free entry
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