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STREETFEST is here !!
​saturday, june 7

enjoy music, dance, free kidz zone fun, Merchant sidewalk sales, SATURDAY BRUNCH SPECIALS,  vendors lining the street, minstrels, medieval warriors, kiki totaly outrageous circus fun +  many more
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free admission

BROUGHT TO YOU THROUGH THE GENEROUS SUPPORT:
THE CONCESSION STREET BIA
THE CITY OF HAMILTON (CITY ENRICHMENT FUND)

​PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY:
cOUNCILLOR ESTHER PAULS (WARD 7)

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ENTERTAINMENT FEATURES
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MIKE MAAS & the LATE NITE LINE UP
Mike has been writing and performing music for over 15 years.  He has opened for Brian Melo, Liteyears, Juno Award Winner Tomi Swick and Menew.  His music is a blend of Pop Rock with earthy acoustics.  AN IMAGINARY MOMENT FROM AN IMAGINARY LIFE VOL1 now available in all streaming platforms.

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SHYSTER
Enter Shyster, Niagara region’s newest 4 piece music machine, the kind of music everybody fondly knows. The beats and rhythms that millions have enjoyed dancing and grooving too, both sweet vintage and recent. Enjoy the well executed and unique sounds of Shyster and find yourself asking where the time went!  Let Shyster entertain you for an evening you and your friends will remember with great foot tapping beats and great vocal harmonies fronted by a strong female lead. 

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ANTHONY JOSEPH
has been performing as a tribute artist since the age of 10 after he was inspired by the movie Viva Las Vegas.  He has won numerous awards in and out of the tribute world.  The most recent being in the Karaoke World Championship where he placed 9th in all of Canada.  
Anthony loves to sing and perform all kinds if music and has even added to his tribute repertoire Sir Tom Jones and Frankie Valli.  
He has just completed the Applied Music program at Mohawk College and is continuing onto McMaster to get his BA in Music.  His passion is to teach music and inspire others for their gift of music. 


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HAMMER TONES
The Hammer Tones Trio is based in Hamilton performing the best classic rock covers for its fans!  Band members include Dan Thomas guitar & vocals, Steve Tomalty drums and vocals, and Rob Monaco bass & vocals.  
Follow Hammer Tones on social media for upcoming shows and news! 

Visit the website for music, links and meet the band!   


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​JIMMY HOWARD JAZZ BAND - THE HIVE
The Hive is a group of local freelance musicians who love performing Jazz, R&B and Fusion from the '70s and '80s like The Jazz Crusaders, The Brecker Brothers and Pat Metheney. The Hive is: Ron Palangio on guitar and guitar synth, Jordan Abraham on keyboards, Alex Karcza on drums, Glenn Byford on saxophone and woodwinds and Jimmy Howard on bass

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​BIG JOHN and THE NITE TRIPPERS
Singing since the age of six, for his family and friends. Lead singer in the band Tripwire which played in Hamilton area for the last 43 years. Guest appearances with Bobby Washington and his older brother Harrison Kennedy, also sang in Ray smith's band of the Rockin Robin Fame. Guest appearances with Sweet Daddy Siki & Sang with Washington brothers. Presently John is the front man for the band the Nite trippers.

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​SUZANNE O DAVIS - Tapestry: The Carole King Songbook
Suzanne’s boundless energy, piano and vocal skills immediately engage her audiences from the moment she takes the stage. Her exceptional performance recreates the era of iconic recordings, uncovering the rich music history of Carole King’s extraordinary career. Including anecdotes and multi-media about Carole’s life, this show promises to be a memorable and fun interactive experience for all audiences

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​FRANK BENI
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​SAM 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
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​DEFINING MOVEMENT DANCE
WE ARE HAMILTON’S HIP-HOP & STREET DANCE FOCUSED DANCE STUDIO, AND COMMUNITY ARTS HUB. SINCE 2009, DMD IS WHERE STUDENTS OF ALL AGES HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN ABOUT THE FOUNDATIONS, THE CULTURE, AND IT'S HISTORY THROUGH IN-PERSON PROGRAMS WITH ENCOURAGING, PASSIONATE AND KNOWLEDGEABLE INSTRUCTORS. 
WITH PROGRAMS IN BREAKING, POPPING, LOCKING, HIP-HOP, ALL STYLES & FREESTYLE, PARENT & TOT HIP-HOP AND ADULT DROP-IN CLASSES, WE HAVE SOMETHING FOR ANY DANCER INTERESTED IN THE CULTURE.


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​MATT ELLIS -
​  NOISE POLLUTION ROCK SCHOOL


Matt Ellis is a rock musician living in Hamilton with his partner Nina and two daughters. He has over 2 decades of performing and recording experience in bands like Anxious Pleasers, The Vapids, Flesh Rag, Attack in Black, Plasticheads, and more
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​THE URBAN ZOO

Located at 540 Concession Street
Come see Parrot tricks, Cuddly Pets, Exotic animal care
say hello to Jose (parrot)
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​Zumba every Thursday at St. Stephens on the Mount
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KIKI
​TOTALLY OUTRAGEOUS


​Are you ready for the most truly outrageous show?! Be dazzled as Kiki transforms into her truly outrageous self! This all 80’s show is sure to keep you dancing, smiling and walking on sunshine! Come watch as Kiki does all of her best hula-hoops, contortion and acrobatics all to your favourite 80’s tunes!

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DUELING WEAPONS ACADEMY OF RENAISSANCE FENCING

Prepare to be wowed by the skill, pageantry, theatrics and authenticity displayed by these Renaissance Warriors


CO-SPONSORED BY: ONTARIO LIBERAL PARTY
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​DJ FUN

Our company provides entertainment services for kids and family events. Our main aim is to help create unforgettable memories that will last for a lifetime! Call us today for your birthday parties, deliveries, mascot Services and live event hosting!!


​CO-SPONSORED BY: MP JOHN-PAUL DANKO (previously of Ward 8)

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THE MIGHTY SHIP

An experienced composer and arranger, accomplished multi-instrumentalist, and award-winning musician, The Mighty Ship is Fredericton, New Brunswick's Rick Morgan. He has had an extensive and varied musical career whose highlights include: performing for both the current and former monarch, playing on the same bill as Bonnie Tyler, Melanie Doane, Peter Jacobs, Lennie Gallant, Blue Rodeo's Jim Cuddy, and Great Big Sea's Séan McCann, having his recordings played on radio programs and podcasts in Canada, The United States, France, The United Kingdom, The Republic of Ireland, as well as both writing and performing some of the original music heard on The Music of Dundurn - A Musical Anthology of the Life and Times of Sir Allan Napier MacNab.
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​HULA Wahines Adults 55+ Hawaiian Dance Company 

It's all about keeping fit, keeping active, having fun and a chance to do your thang!!

SPONSORED BY: participACTION
This project has been made possible in part by the Government of Canada
Ce projet a été rendu possible en partie grâce au gouvernement du Canada



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THE IMBAYAKUNAS
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The Imbayakunas' music allows the listener to escape on an exotic voyage to a South American traditional Native community. Our musical intention is to share the rich sounds of the Andean regions. In Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia traditional music is the privileged expression of 20 million Quechua and 4 million Aymaras

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FREE FACEPAINTING

FROM: 11AM - 5:30 PM


SPONSORED BY: Councillor Tom Jackson (Ward 6)


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

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

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289-933-8899

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  • Black History Audio Tour
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    • Food
    • Late Night
    • Breakfast
    • Vegan/Vegetarian Options
    • SHOP
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  • What's Happening NOW!
    • STREETFEST 2025
    • SIDEWALK SOUNDS 2025
  • About the BIA
    • What is a BIA
    • History of our Street
    • Market Assessment
    • Current Board
    • Meetings >
      • Agendas 2025
      • Minutes >
        • Jan 2025 Minutes >
          • Jan 2025 ED Report
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          • Feb 2025 ED Report
        • March 2025 Minutes >
          • Mar 2025 ED Report
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          • April 2025 ED Report
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