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SIDEWALK SOUNDS
​2026

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The BIA will host music and entertainment performances on each
​Friday Sidewalk Sounds date (May through September) from 6pm to 9pm
​

Saturday May 23rd, 2026 (10am - 3pm)

​in conjunction with the
CAP CARE WALK & ROLL

CANCERASSIST.CA/CAREWALK

Friday June 19th, 2026 (6pm - 9pm)
Friday July 17th, 2026 (6pm - 9pm)
Friday August 21st, 2026 (6pm - 9pm)
Friday September 18th (6pm - 8pm)



Each performance by an artist from Hamilton
Each performance to run approximately 3 hours

2026 Line Up

All scheduled performances are subject to last minute changes
May 23, 2026
​11 am - 2pm 

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Eyes Like Opals

  • Indie rock (guitar-driven structure)
  • Dream pop (atmospheric, melodic, ethereal feel)
  • Shoegaze elements (reverb-heavy guitars, layered textures)
they fit best in the moody, atmospheric indie / alternative category 

Saturday, May 23
11am - 2pm

ZOETIC THEATER (front portico)
​526 Concession Street

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​Alfie Smith

🎶 Music career highlights
  • Hamilton is blessed with a wealth of great blues guitarists. None is better than Alfie Smith when it comes to the acoustic slide and he's got a voice to match."
    ~Graham Rockingham The Spec

CAP Parking Lot
11am - 2pm

555 Concession Street

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   Dave & Troy
​
  •       Pianist / keyboardist based in Hamilton
  •       Plays a wide mix of styles including jazz, blues, pop, classical, country,
  •        and boogie- woogie
  •       Works as a live performer for events, venues, and private gigs
  •       Listed in the Hamilton Musicians’ Guild database as a versatile solo musician






     Mountain Tire
    11am - 2pm
    593 Concession
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BENI WHITE

A resident of Concession Street, Frank & Sam have been providing music for Community Gatherings. A great champion for the Mountain Kidz Klub activities and Fundraising Efforts. Come meet your neighbours for a great toe tapping tunes

11am - 2pm
Pita Pit
798 Concession

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​FREE FUN ZONE
Games of Skill - win prizes


AT THE URBAN ZOO
546 Concession Street

theurbanzoo.ca

(@_theurbanzoo_)

11am - 2pm

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            OPEN MIKE KARAOKE

           HAIRWAY TO HEAVEN
           12NOON - 3PM
            566 CONCESSION

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FREE SELFIE BOOTH with
​GIANT GENGGAR


BIA PATIO
​534 Concession Street

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SIDE WALK VENDOR MARKET
11am - 2pm (or until it gets dark)
​

*FREE of CHARGE
​*Set up along the Concession Street Sidewalk
(in an around the concert areas)
*Tables only
*No tents
*No blocking the walkways or storefront entryway
*First Come First Served
*Family Friendly Products
    (any inappropriate products will be asked to leave the site)
*Set-Up starts at 9:00am
​*Food related items will need a Health Department pre-approval
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​[email protected]

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FOOD DRIVE

bring a non perishable donation for Mountain Kidz Klub

11am - 2pm (or until it gets dark)
CIMT COLLEGE (Alcove)

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Brought to you by the Concession BIA...
​with the support of the
City of Hamilton

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Office Hours
Monday - Friday
​8:30 am - 4:30

Please make an appointment to book a meeting.  Oftentimes I work off site.

Telephone

289-933-8899

Email

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  • VOLUNTEERS WELCOME
  • What's Happening NOW!
    • 2026 Events
    • SIDEWALK SOUNDS 2026
    • STREETFEST 2026
    • K-POP SINGALONG
    • BIA Fashion Show
    • Fashion Show - Pre Show Glam
    • FASHION SHOW -RUNWAY FEATURES
    • Easter Parade 2026
    • SIDEWALK SOUNDS 2025
  • Business Directory
    • Occupancy/Vacancy
    • Food
    • Late Night
    • Breakfast
    • Vegan/Vegetarian Options
    • SHOP
    • Entertainment & Fitness
    • Beauty
    • Professional Services
    • Health And Wellness
    • Community Partners
  • Seven Sacred Grandfather Teachings Mural
  • Black History Audio Tour
  • About the BIA
    • What is a BIA
    • History of our Street
    • Market Assessment
    • Current Board
    • Meetings >
      • Agendas 2026
      • Agendas 2025
      • Minutes >
        • Jan 2025 Minutes >
          • Jan 2025 ED Report
        • Feb 2025 Minutes >
          • Feb 2025 ED Report
        • March 2025 Minutes >
          • Mar 2025 ED Report
        • April 2025 Minutes >
          • April 2025 ED Report
        • MAY 2025 Minutes >
          • May 2025 ED Report
        • JUNE 2025 Minutes >
          • June 2025 ED Report
        • AUG 2025 Minutes >
          • AUG 2025 ED Report
        • SEPT 2025 Minutes >
          • Sept 2025 ED Report
        • October (AGM) 2025 >
          • Oct (AGM) 2025 ED Report
        • NOV Minutes 2025 >
          • Nov) 2025 ED Report
        • Oct 2024 Minutes - AGM
        • NOVEMBER 2024 Minutes
    • BIA Policies & Budget >
      • Budget >
        • Budget 2026
        • Budget 2025
        • Budget 2024
      • Procedural By-Law
      • Code of Conduct
      • Procurement Policy
      • Hiring Policy
      • Legal Disclaimer
  • Contact