Hamilton's first Weird and Wonderful Extravaganza will take place at Legion Branch 58 from 1 to 5 p.m.

The festival celebrates Hamilton's weird and wonderful history with guests and exhibits including Evelyn Dick, with Sarah Farr; authors Robin McKee, Bill King and Steve Bernardi; metal detectorist Liz, the Digging Canuck; crystals, fossils and dinosaur relics, 3D printing, coin-engraving, celebrity guests and much more.

Magician and balloon sculptor Eric Kenny shares his mesmerizing magic and Roving Emcee Jen Frankel interviews participants and exhibitors throughout the afternoon.

The festival also features $5 Tacos with 905 Tacos, hot wing-eating contest with Wingtastic Wings at 2 p.m., a raffle, and other surprises.

The Phineas Gage Award for the Weirdest Person, Place or Thing in Hamilton will be presented at 4 p.m. Submit your nominations at Phineas Gage Award on Facebook.

The extravaganza has been organized by metal detectorist Mike Guarascia, host of the TV series "Dirt Fishing with Mike Relics," and Bill King, author of Hamilton: Weird & Wonderful.

Tickets $10, kids and pets free. Available at the door or at www.attawa.ca.
Lots of parking at Centre Mall.