BIGGER, BOLDER, AND TASTIER FOR 2026
Taste of Dundas: EXPANDED:
A 16-day celebration of local flavour leading up to our signature Main Event!
LUNCH AWAITS
When it comes to the Taste of Dundas, there’s something for everyone: entertainment, music, beer, wine and gourmet local fare!
The Taste of Dundas is a unique one-day event run as a special event under permit from the City of Hamilton, hosted by the Rotary Club of Dundas. It is open to the general public and all park visitors, runs from 11am-4pm during the Tour de Dundas charity cycling event.
For 2026, we’ve expanded beyond the park to bring you a two-week showcase of our local restaurants featuring exclusive “Taste of Dundas” menus leading up to our one-day main event.
Enjoy delicious meals from a selection of local restaurants, a craft brewery and Niagara winery. Enjoy outdoor dining in the peaceful setting of the picturesque Dundas Driving Park.
*No registration or entry fee is required for the Taste of Dundas. Come early for the best selection.
The Dundas Driving Park includes:
- Playgrounds and picnic shelters
- Large shady trees and grassed areas
- Public washrooms
- Free onsite parking (for the early birds)
- Free municipal parking within 1km on Sundays
TWO WAYS TO TASTE
The Restaurant Showcase Program (RSP)
Dates: Friday, September 11th – Sunday, September 27th, 2026
Location: At participating local restaurants
Explore Dundas’ vibrant dining scene over 16 days. Visit our partner locations to enjoy exclusive “Taste of Dundas” menu items and special features only available during our two-week showcase.
The Main Event Celebration
Date: Sunday, September 27th, 2026
Location: At the Dundas Driving Park
Join us in the picturesque Dundas Driving Park for our classic one-day food festival. Live music, craft beer, local wine, and a wide variety of local vendors.
COMMUNITY IMPACT PROGRAM
Optional Sales-Based Contribution
Our RSP and Food Partners have the opportunity to donate a portion of their “Taste of Dundas” menu sales directly to our 2026 beneficiaries.
When you dine at the Taste of Dundas, you’re helping Rotary support local causes right here in Dundas.
BECOME A 2026 PARTNER
Applications will open in Spring 2026.
Looking for more ways to stand out?
Beyond our standard tiers, we offer Promotional Add-Ons and our Optional Sales-Based Impact Incentive.
The 2026 Impact Incentive: The partner with the highest overall contribution from their “Taste of Dundas” menu sales will receive priority placement and guaranteed acceptance for the 2027 event.
MEET OUR 2026 PARTNERS
Please watch our website for our Vendors this Spring 2026!
WANT TO ATTEND?
Stay tuned for Sunday, September 27th, 2026!
