Dances at the Bay 2025. Photo by Martina Bravo
Friday July 17th Performances Cancelled. Saturday and Sunday will continue as scheduled.
Due to air quality conditions, Dances at the Bay performances scheduled for Friday, July 17, 2026, have been cancelled.
Saturday, July 18th, and Sunday, July 19th, events will proceed as scheduled with workshops starting at 6:30 PM and performances at 7:00 PM.
The health and well-being of our artists, audiences, volunteers, and the Hamilton community remain our highest priority.
We will continue to monitor conditions closely and share daily updates through our official channels.
Thank you for your understanding and support. We excitedly welcome you to the waterfront this weekend!
What is Dances at the Bay?
Dances at the Bay is a free outdoor dance festival bringing movement, creativity, and community to Bayfront Park.
Each festival day begins with a free line-dancing workshop at 6:30 PM that is beginner friendly and open to all skill levels. Come participate and get moving before enjoying the evening performances at 7:00 PM.
Under the visionary direction of artistic director Vitek Wincza, Dances at the Bay will bring fresh energy and creativity to the dance festival, making it a true reflection of Hamilton’s spirit. Celebrate the power of dance in a way that unites and uplifts our community!
Created by Hamilton, for Hamilton. Dances at the Bay invites audiences of all ages to connect, celebrate community, and experience the joy of live performance against the stunning backdrop of the waterfront.
What to expect!
Hosted by True Hamiltonian, Max Francis, audiences can enjoy inspiring performances from Canadian dance companies. This year's line up includes Little Pear Garden Dance Co., Frog in Hand, Projects by Zoe Kwan, and special collaborative community dance performances by choreographer Bri Clarke and the Hamilton Regional Indian Centre.
Each night, performances will be presented at various locations around Bayfront Park, creating an unique interactive experience of dance right at the Hamilton waterfront.
Relative Motion
Presented in collaboration with Hamilton Regional Indian Centre
Cafe Noisette
Presented by Frog in Hand
No Light Alone
Presented by Little Pear Garden Dance Co.
the pulse
Performed by the community
Fractals of Possibilities
Presented by Projects by Zoe Kwan
Dances at the Bay 2025. Photos by Martina Bravo
Hamilton Noir - Frog In Hand
Inner City Sirens - Julia Aplin
Tales of Goddesses and a Painter - Little Pear Garden
Dances at the Bay 2024. Photos by Jeff Hayward
Fear No Dance 2024 - Carmen Romero
3 Turtles in a Park - Fila 13 Productions
Spectrum of Connection - Little Pear Garden
How do I get there?
Dances at the Bay is held at Hamilton's Bayfront Park, located at 200 Harbour Front Dr, Hamilton, ON. It is accessible by foot, bicycle, bus and car. Look for the blue welcome booth near the open grassy field of the park, our dedicated team will be glad to guide you through the evenings festivities. Bus routes that stop near Bayfront Park include 02, 04, 20, 11, 18. The West Harbour Go is conveniently located nearby to catch the Lakeshore West. Public bathrooms are located by the free parking lot at the park.
Support Dances at the Bay
The event is free and available for all to attend.
While not required, a $10 donation is encouraged, to support Dances at the Bay costs. Donation options are available at the event through cash or card to help keep the event running.
Every donation helps us continue delivering dynamic dance, nurture emerging talent, and bring our community together through the arts.
Interested in donating today? Check out our online donation platform to view options.
Sponsors
We would like to extend our gratitude to the sponsors who help make Dances at the Bay possible each year.
Thank you for all of your support.
