Summer on King William Street

What’s on this week on King William?

This week we have an exciting lineup of events taking place on King William post Fringe Boulevard!
Wednesday – Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra
_{Spend your Wednesday lunch hour with the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra on King William Street! This live music series brings orchestral music right to the heart of downtown.

Catch us as we feature familiar favourites arranged for quintets, including beloved movie themes, radio hits, and classical melodies you’ll know and love. Stay for a song, or the whole show, and make the most of your visit by exploring the local businesses that make King William Street a vibrant downtown destination}

Thursday – Sabian Crosswell presented by FRIENDS OF CASBAH
_{Sabian Crosswell is a Miami-born, Hamilton-based musician/songwriter, raised under the musical tutelage of his father. A keyboard/piano player that takes influences from different styles like soul and jazz. His music creates a sound that opens the mind and hopes to inspire the soul to the spirit.}

Friday – Urban Cowboy Line Dancing
_{Grab your cowboy hat + boots and head down to King William Street!

Hosted by Urban Cowboy Line Dancing as part of Summer on King William Street, join us on Friday, August 28 from 7 – 8 PM for line dancing lessons! The lessons are free, drop-in and beginner friendly. We will see you there!}

Saturday – Art Together Now! Marketplace
_{Come by Art Together Now! on Saturday, August 29 to take part in 9+ FREE art activations hosted by talented local artists! Suitable for all ages and experience levels- whether you’re 8 or 80- come by to make some art, connect with other creative Hamiltonians, and shop original artworks and artist products.}

Summer on King William Street is Here!

The King William Street Summer, presented by the City of Hamilton in collaboration with the Downtown Hamilton BIA, is an annual pedestrianization of King William Street between James Street North and Hughson Street North. After seeing great success in the inaugural run of 2024, the road closure has continued to expand each year with more programming to enjoy and fun to be had!

The reimagined space will feature outdoor public seating, dynamic programming and a welcoming atmosphere designed to bring the community together. As part of the City’s broader downtown revitalization and economic development goals, this initiative will create a lively destination for all.

The road is closed from July 13th through September 13th, kicking off with elements of Hamilton’s annual Fringe Festival and closing out with Supercrawl.