Hamilton’s best markets for supporting small, giving back and having fun!

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SUPPORT LOCAL

What's not to love about supporting local? it helps boost our local economy, fosters community, unique products and services.. and it's more fun!

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HAMILTON BASED

Born and raised, or just visiting? let us show you our city! We pride ourselves in hosting at iconic Hamilton venues, and curating our events filled with Hamilton based businesses.. and yes we do host at Tim Horton's Field! Oskee Wee Wee!

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VENDOR MARKETS

Unique opportunity to shop local businesses, connect with the person behind the brand and discover something new!

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Welcome to The
Side Hustle Events

Support local with us! Here at the Side Hustle Events we host curated small business markets all over Hamilton. Over the past four years our goal has been to empower, and supporting all small businesses in their growth, with an emphasis on community over competition. We aim to provide a space for all businesses within the community to connect, collaborate and have fun. 

BABES & BREWS

Sip, shop and pamper mom with our lineup of vendors, delicious food and drinks.

Sunday, May 4th 2025

Grain & Grit

LONG WEEKEND SIP & SHOP

We are back at West Ave Cider with their award-winning cider, picturesque trails, wood fire pizza, 20+ local vendors, live music and more!

Sunday, May 18th 2025

West Avenue Cider

Desiree, the founder of The Side Hustle Events, posed with Pepe, the mascot for Hamilton Day. He is a large lime green shopping bag mascot.
An interior photo of Shawn and Ed Brewery during one of The Side Hustle Events. Vendors are set up inside under a rustic roof.
A cameraman from CHCH News capturing moments from an outdoor market hosted by The Side Hustle Events in Hamilton, Ontario.