Concert Halls, Theatres and Arenas in Hamilton
This guide covers concert halls, theatres, and arenas in Hamilton and the surrounding area, including Burlington. It includes venues from neighbourhoods like Central Hamilton, Mohawk, West Mountain, and Chedoke-Cootes. Price levels are not available for these venues, so costs are not compared here. The list features a mix of movie theaters, performing arts centers, stadiums, arenas, and a comedy club.
The highest-rated venue is The Westdale movie theater, with a 4.8 rating from 902 reviews. Large arenas like TD Coliseum and Hamilton Stadium have the most reviews, at 4380 and 4338 respectively, indicating their popularity for major events. Other venues like McIntyre Performing Arts Centre and The Zoetic Company have strong ratings in the 4.6 range. Arenas generally have ratings between 4.2 and 4.5, with many reviewers mentioning sports and community activities.
| # | Name | Area | Rating | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Westdale | Chedoke-Cootes | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 902 | |
| 2 | The Burlington Performing Arts Centre | Burlington | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1,218 | |
| 3 | Theatre Aquarius | Central Hamilton | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1,007 | |
| 4 | Hamilton Stadium | Hamilton Centre | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 4,338 | |
| 5 | McIntyre Performing Arts Centre | Mohawk | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 670 | |
| 6 | FirstOntario Concert Hall | Central Hamilton | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 2,262 | |
| 7 | The Zoetic Company Ltd. | Eastmount | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 411 | |
| 8 | Harry Howell Twin-Pad Arena | Flamborough | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 366 | |
| 9 | Levity Comedy Club & Lounge | Central Hamilton | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 342 | |
| 10 | Chedoke Twin Pad Arena | West Mountain | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 428 | |
| 11 | Dave Andreychuk Mountain Arena & Skating Centre | West/Central Mountain | ★★★★☆ 4.3 | 454 | |
| 12 | Inch Park Arena and Outdoor Pool | Inch Park | ★★★★☆ 4.3 | 356 | |
| 13 | TD Coliseum | Central Hamilton | ★★★★☆ 4.2 | 4,380 |
The Westdale
The Westdale is a movie theater in Chedoke-Cootes with a 4.8 rating from 902 reviews. Reviewers often mention its restored old theatre charm and live performances like candlelight concerts and Fleetwood Mac tributes. It is a woman-owned business with full accessibility features.
The Burlington Performing Arts Centre
The Burlington Performing Arts Centre is a theater in Burlington with a 4.7 rating from 1218 reviews. Reviewers often praise its acoustics, friendly staff, and spacious seats during concerts and orchestra performances. The venue offers onsite services and is fully wheelchair accessible.
Theatre Aquarius
Theatre Aquarius is a performing arts theater in Central Hamilton, rated 4.7 from 1007 reviews. Reviewers often note the intimate setting, good leg room, and impressive set design for live theatre. It accepts credit and debit cards and has accessible seating and restrooms.
Hamilton Stadium
Hamilton Stadium in Hamilton Centre has a 4.5 rating from 4338 reviews. Reviewers often mention friendly staff, concessions, and events like Forge FC games and the Grey Cup. It has accessible entrances and parking, and accepts multiple payment methods.
McIntyre Performing Arts Centre
McIntyre Performing Arts Centre in Mohawk has a 4.6 rating from 670 reviews. Reviewers often highlight its acoustics, comfortable seats, and events like ballet and dance competitions. It has a free parking lot and is wheelchair accessible.
FirstOntario Concert Hall
FirstOntario Concert Hall in Central Hamilton is rated 4.5 from 2262 reviews. Reviewers often mention friendly staff, good acoustics, and the intimate feel of the balcony seats. The venue has a bar onsite and full wheelchair accessibility.
The Zoetic Company Ltd.
The Zoetic Company Ltd. is a performing arts theater in Eastmount with a 4.6 rating from 411 reviews. Reviewers often talk about classic movies, the Rocky Horror Picture Show, and unique jury experience events. It welcomes children and is wheelchair accessible.
Harry Howell Twin-Pad Arena
Harry Howell Twin-Pad Arena in Flamborough has a 4.5 rating from 366 reviews. Reviewers often mention the rink, ice surface, friendly staff, and EV charging stations. It has changing tables and accepts mobile NFC payments.
Levity Comedy Club & Lounge
Levity Comedy Club & Lounge in Central Hamilton is rated 4.5 from 342 reviews. It is open late, with hours starting at 7:00 or 8:00 PM from Wednesday to Saturday. Reviewers often mention the atmosphere, comedians, and it being good for date night.
Opening hours
- Mon 20:00-02:00
- Wed 19:00-02:00
- Thu 19:00-02:00
- Fri 19:00-02:00
- Sat 19:00-02:00
Chedoke Twin Pad Arena
Chedoke Twin Pad Arena on West Mountain has a 4.4 rating from 428 reviews. Reviewers often discuss the rink for hockey, ball hockey, lacrosse, and speed skating competitions. It offers onsite services and accepts mobile payments.
Dave Andreychuk Mountain Arena & Skating Centre
Dave Andreychuk Mountain Arena & Skating Centre in West/Central Mountain is rated 4.3 from 454 reviews. Reviewers often mention it for hockey, figure skating, skating lessons, and pleasant staff. It has changing tables and is wheelchair accessible.
Inch Park Arena and Outdoor Pool
Inch Park Arena and Outdoor Pool in Inch Park has a 4.3 rating from 356 reviews. Reviewers often mention the rink, outdoor pool, baseball diamonds, tennis court, and splash pad. It provides onsite services and accepts various payments.
TD Coliseum
TD Coliseum in Central Hamilton has a 4.2 rating from 4380 reviews, the highest review count on this list. This large arena has onsite services and full wheelchair accessibility. It accepts credit and debit cards for payments.
Tips before you go
- Check specific hours, as only Levity Comedy Club lists them; others may vary.
- Many venues are in Central Hamilton, making it a central area for theatre and concerts.
- All listed arenas and stadiums have wheelchair accessible entrances, parking, and restrooms.
- Most venues accept credit and debit cards, and some like arenas also accept mobile NFC payments.
- For live performances, consider The Westdale, Theatre Aquarius, and The Burlington Performing Arts Centre.
- For comedy, note Levity Comedy Club's late evening opening hours from Wednesday to Saturday.
How we made this list
A weighted rating was applied so venues with very few reviews do not rank unfairly high. Only venues with at least 300 reviews were considered for inclusion. The list includes only places that are currently open to the public. The facts used include rating, review count, neighbourhood, price level, hours, and topics reviewers mention most.
Questions about venues in Hamilton
Which venue has the highest rating?
The Westdale movie theater has the highest rating at 4.8 from 902 reviews. Reviewers often mention its restored old theatre and live music events like candlelight concerts. It is located in the Chedoke-Cootes area and is a woman-owned business.
Are these venues accessible for wheelchair users?
Yes, every venue on this list has a wheelchair accessible entrance. Most also have accessible parking, seating, and restrooms. Specific features like assisted listening devices are noted at some theatres. You can check the individual blurbs for details on each venue's accessibility.
Where can I see live theatre in Hamilton?
You can see live theatre at several highly-rated venues. Theatre Aquarius in Central Hamilton is noted for its intimate setting and set design. The Burlington Performing Arts Centre is praised for its acoustics and spacious seats. The Zoetic Company also hosts live music and unique performances.
What are the late-night options?
Levity Comedy Club & Lounge is open until 2:00 AM on operating days. It opens at 7:00 or 8:00 PM from Wednesday to Saturday. Other venues do not have specific late hours listed in the provided facts. Always check the venue's current schedule before planning a late visit.
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