CONCESSION STREET BIA
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SIDEWALK SOUNDS
​2026

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Friday June 19, 2026 (6pm - 9pm) 

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Martin Wall 
​ a longtime Hamilton-area musician, pianist, songwriter, composer, recording engineer, and entertainer with a career spanning more than five decades. He began performing in Hamilton's live music scene in the mid-1970s and has played in rock bands, piano bars, churches, festivals, and retirement communities across Canada and internationally.

Festival Creamery
​417 Concession
6pm - 9pm



​THE MIGHTY SHIP
Rick Morgan

An accomplished multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger, and vocalist.
  • Known for performing Celtic, East Coast, Irish, Scottish, and maritime-inspired music.
  • A solo performer who creates a full-band sound using live vocals, guitar, and self-recorded backing tracks featuring multiple instruments
Cancer Assist Parking Lot
555 Concession
6pm - 9pm

Louise Concepcion

a Hamilton-based singer-songwriter, pianist, vocalist, and music educator. She is a graduate of the Musicology program at McMaster University and specializes in classical piano and jazz vocals. She also teaches private music lessons through Tabone Academy of Music. 

Redstone Pizza
576 Concession
​6pm - 9pm

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​OPEN MIC

HAIRWAY to HEAVEN
566 Concession


THOMAS DUXBURY

  • Performs original music featuring blues, garage rock, indie rock, and vintage rock-and-roll influences.
  • Founder and frontman of Thomas Duxbury and New Mother Nature.
  • Recording engineer and founding member of the Hamilton music collective Bonnie Doon Records.
  • Known for energetic live performances that range from groove-driven rock songs to soulful ballads. 

Mountain Tire
593 Concession
6pm - 9pm



BENI WHITE

Hamilton-based musical duo made up of Frank Beni and Sam White. The pair have more than 20 years of experience performing, songwriting, and entertaining audiences throughout the Hamilton area.
Their performances typically feature:
  • Acoustic and popular music covers
  • Original songs
  • Audience-friendly, community-oriented entertainment
  • Performances suitable for festivals, patios, BIA events, community gatherings, and fundraisers.
For Concession Street audiences, Beni White is likely familiar from the Sidewalk Sounds series, where Frank Beni and Sam White have been featured as live performers. The duo has appeared at Concession Street events and other local Hamilton venues


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​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)
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*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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  • VACANCY
  • 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
      • Minutes >
        • February 2026 ED Report
        • March 2026 Minutes
        • April 2026 Minutes
        • May 2026 Minutes
        • 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