Checking in with Downtown

Part 8: Weekly Events | April 17, 2024

Regardless of whether you live, work, or just visit in the downtown core, you know that it is bustling with exciting things happening wherever you turn. While there are plenty of one-off large-scale events, some of the businesses within the downtown core offer amazing events that regularly occur each week. There are enough of these weekly events for every day of the week, meaning that you will never get bored while in the downtown core! Continue reading for some ideas to add to your weekly schedule.

MONDAYS

On Mondays of each week, Electric Diner (28 James Street North) hosts Music Bingo with Bingolivia! Music Bingo has four rounds, and all you need to participate is a smartphone. It is free to play, with a minimum spend of $20 per person. To get a spot, book a table or walk in between 7 or 8 p.m. each Monday. This event is a great way to kick off your week and test your knowledge! You can find more information about Electric Diner and make a reservation through their website here, and then follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

TUESDAYS

Each Tuesday of the week The Brow Room (61 King Street East) has a special deal as part of their Weekly Promos. The promo for Tuesdays is a Lash Lift and Tint for $70, and this service regularly costs $85 every other day of the week. These weekly promos allow you to better explore the services that The Brow Room offers, and you are sure to leave looking and feeling great! You can find more information about The Brow Room and book a treatment here, and then follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

WEDNESDAYS

If you are looking for an event to attend on Wednesdays, stop by Mystic Ramen (51 King William Street) for Tebasaki Wings Wednesdays.  During Wednesdays you can enjoy Tebasaki Wings, $6 Asahi and Sumo Wrestling projected on the big screen while you enjoy your meal, running each week from 5 p.m. to close. The food and atmosphere are sure to be amazing, so make sure you pay Mystic Ramen a visit soon! You can find more information about Mystic Ramen and make a reservation through their website here, and then follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

THURSDAYS

On Thursdays of each week Sankofa Restaurant & Lounge (92 Jackson Street East) hosts Thirsty Thursdays. During Thirsty Thursdays you can enjoy great vibes, delicious food, $5 beers and $3.50 mix drinks. This event runs until 11:30 p.m. each week, and you can get on the guestlist here. You are sure to have a great time, so bring a friend! You can find more information about Sankofa Restaurant & Lounge on their website here, and then follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

FRIDAYS

If you are looking to kick off the weekend in style, visit Zen Lounge (69 John Street South) on Friday for Fiesta Fridays. This event runs from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., and is sure to feature great music, an exhilarating atmosphere, and an overall great time. Say goodbye to the work week and hello to the weekend! You can find more information about Zen Lounge and get on the guestlist for any of their events through their website here, and then follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

SATURDAYS

Saturdays of each week at Club 77 (77 King William) are Vice Saturdays! Vice Saturdays feature Hip Hop and Top 40, in addition to amazing vibes and a great crowd. The club has everything you could ever need for a great night out, including plenty of room for dancing, DJs, music acts, bottle service, and more! You can find more information about Club 77 and get on the guestlist for their events through their website here, and then follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

SUNDAYS

To end your week on the perfect note, visit Bardō (14 James Street North) on Sundays of each week for their All You Can Eat Brunch. The brunch service runs from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and includes options such as a variety of drinks, on the buffet options such as yogurt parfait and cedar plank salmon, and a variety of a-la-care options that include eggs, savoury and sweet categories. For $49 each, you can enjoy 2 eye openers and all-you-eat a la carte, all sure to be delicious! You can find more information about Bardō, view their full brunch menu and make a reservation through their website here, and then follow them on Instagram.

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Regardless of what you are looking to do or when, the downtown core has something for you! Whether you are looking for a delicious bite to eat, attend a fun event, or treat yourself to a personal care service, the variety of amazing businesses in the downtown core can help. However you choose to celebrate each day, we hope that you will make downtown a part of your plans.

If you are a Downtown Hamilton BIA member business and would like to be featured in a blog post, please email Emily Gilruth at operations@downtownhamilton.org.

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