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Visit tourismhamilton.com to plan your next Hamilton adventure. Get inspired by in-the-know locals and our must-read guides on things to see, do, and experience in the city. During non-COVID times Tourism Hamilton operates a year round Visitor Information Centre and Tourism Hamilton services. Tourism Hamilton Visitor Information Centre (flagship location)
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Happening in   This Week ✨️⁠⁠ + (IG) | HPO Downtown⁠ | Aug 28⁠ +  Dundurn National Historic Site | As She Likes It | Now...
28/08/2024

Happening in This Week ✨️⁠

+ (IG) | HPO Downtown⁠ | Aug 28⁠
+ Dundurn National Historic Site | As She Likes It | Now - Aug 31⁠
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🏈 vs | Labour Day Classic Hamilton | Sep 2⁠ ⁠


Mark Your Calendars 📅⁠

| After Dark: So Long Summer! | Sep 5⁠
| Madchild | Sep 8⁠
| Secrets in the Steam: A Murder Mystery | Sep 13-14⁠
| Sep 13⁠ - 15⁠
| Sep 14⁠
| | Sep 19⁠
| Tlalli Festival | Sep 21⁠

For more upcoming events: https://bit.ly/4e0hTrX

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 's Friday 5: Must Try Ice Cream ⁠⁠Nothing says summer like fresh scoops of ice cream, and we've got the scoop on some o...
23/08/2024

's Friday 5: Must Try Ice Cream ⁠

Nothing says summer like fresh scoops of ice cream, and we've got the scoop on some of the best spots in town 🍨✨⁠

Whether you're strolling through the city or taking a break from exploring, these ice cream shops are a must-visit. Check out the list before for a few of our favourites. ⁠

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For more ways to explore the city this summer, visit: https://bit.ly/3XhbXW6

Soaking up those summer sunsets 🌅⁠⁠📸 (IG) ⁠⁠ ⁠✨️ Tag someone you want to share a sunset with this summer.
20/08/2024

Soaking up those summer sunsets 🌅⁠

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✨️ Tag someone you want to share a sunset with this summer.

 's Friday 5: Exploring Dundas ⁠🗺️⁠⁠Home to great restaurants, cafes, unique shops, beautiful waterfalls and trails, Dow...
16/08/2024

's Friday 5: Exploring Dundas ⁠🗺️⁠

Home to great restaurants, cafes, unique shops, beautiful waterfalls and trails, Downtown Dundas is a must see on any visit to Hamilton. Get your friends together and spend a day in Valley Town. ⁠

Check out some of the highlights below ✨️⁠

🌳 Hamilton Conservation Authority | Hit the hiking trails. ⁠
🍻 (IG) | Cheers with friends. ⁠
🍫 Dundas Chocolate Shop | Grab a sweet treat.⁠
🍕 (IG) | Enjoy a tasty slice. ⁠
⁠🎨 Carnegie Gallery | Explore the arts.⁠

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Explore more Dundas: bit.ly/3AsODvu

Happening in   This Week ✨️⁠⁠Defining Movement Dance | 73 'Til Infinity | August 14 & 16⁠Tottering Biped Theatre + Hamil...
14/08/2024

Happening in This Week ✨️⁠

Defining Movement Dance | 73 'Til Infinity | August 14 & 16⁠
Tottering Biped Theatre + Hamilton Civic Museums Dundurn National Historic Site | As She Likes It | August 14 - 17 ⁠
Royal Botanical Gardens| After Dark: Summer Salsa | August 15⁠
Collective Arts Brewing | (IG) + (IG) | August 16 ⁠
Boots in the Creek | August 16 - 17 ⁠
Dundas Cactus Festival | August 16 - 18 ⁠
Hamilton Latino Festival | August 16 - 18 ⁠
(IG) | Kidstock | August 17 ⁠
Hamilton Tiger-Cats vs Edmonton | August 17 ⁠
Locke Street Shops | Sundays Unlocked | August 18 ⁠

More upcoming events: bit.ly/3L1ek8h

📸 Boots in the Creek

 ’s Friday 5: Exploring the Art Scene ⁠🎨🎭️⁠⁠Come explore our vibrant and growing art scene. From grassroots art on the s...
09/08/2024

’s Friday 5: Exploring the Art Scene ⁠🎨🎭️⁠

Come explore our vibrant and growing art scene. From grassroots art on the street to curated collections and performance arts, there are plenty of ways you can enjoy the arts in Hamilton. ⁠

Check out the list below for some ways to immerse yourself in the arts. ⁠

⁠🖌️ Murals⁠
💠 Enjoy a self-guided walking tour of the vibrant and bold works of art found across the city. ⁠

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💠 Bringing beauty to public spaces, enjoy performances like Defining Movement Dance 73 ‘Til Infinity Dance Series and Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra HPO Downtown⁠

⁠⁠🥁 Art Crawl⁠
💠 Explore James Street North at this iconic monthly event packed with music, art, and performance. ⁠

✨️ BONUS ✨️ Don’t miss Hamilton’s biggest block party this September when Supercrawl brings art, music, food, and entertainment to the streets. ⁠

🎨 The Art Gallery of Hamilton⁠
💠 Explore beautifully curated exhibits in the oldest and largest art museum in Southern Ontario. ⁠

🎭️ Theatre Aquarius
⁠💠 Catch a live show and experience the magic of performing arts.⁠
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If you're headed to Art Crawl tonight, get some insider tips: bit.ly/4fDLclA

Happening in   This Week ✨️⁠⁠Royal Botanical Gardens Music in the Garden | Broken Social Scene | August 8 ⁠The Art Galle...
07/08/2024

Happening in This Week ✨️⁠

Royal Botanical Gardens Music in the Garden | Broken Social Scene | August 8 ⁠
The Art Gallery of Hamilton | Summer Nights: Karaoke and Night Market | August 8 ⁠
Art Crawl | August 9⁠
Westdale Village | ArtsWest | August 9 - 11 ⁠
Pride Hamilton | August 10 ⁠
Hamilton Civic Museums | Children's Museum Pop-Up in Dundurn Historic Kitchen Garden | August 10 & 11 ⁠
(IG) | Flea Market & Movie Night | August 10 & 13 ⁠
Forge Football Club vs Ottawa | August 10 ⁠

More upcoming events: bit.ly/3L1ek8h

06/08/2024

There's plenty of summer left to enjoy ☀️🌊🎨🌳⁠

✨️ Get your friends together for Art Crawl. ⁠
✨️ Pack up the kids and hit the trails. ⁠
✨️ Explore our food and drink scene. ⁠
✨️ Take in an outdoor concert. ⁠

Let us show you where to find the best of the city: bit.ly/4fwEVs3

Happening in   This Week ✨️⁠⁠Hamilton Fringe | Fringe Fest | July 17 - 28Royal Botanical Gardens Music in the Garden |  ...
24/07/2024

Happening in This Week ✨️⁠

Hamilton Fringe | Fringe Fest | July 17 - 28
Royal Botanical Gardens Music in the Garden | + | July 25⁠
Parks Canada | Late Night at HMCS Haida | July 25
Hamilton Civic Museums | Summer Nights Extended Evening Hours | July 19⁠
The Ghost Walks | Dundas | July 26 ⁠
Ridge Road Estate Winery | Sunsets & Vines | July 26 - 27 ⁠
Farm Crawl Hamilton | July 27 ⁠
Parks Canada | HMCSA Haida Women of War | July 27 -28 ⁠
Jack Botts Music + Bridgeworks | July 29 ⁠

📸 Royal Botanical Gardens

More events: bit.ly/3WA8S2Z

 's Friday 5: Outdoor Summer Adventures ⁠⁠Explore the outdoors in Hamilton this summer ☀️✨️⁠⁠Whether you're an adventure...
12/07/2024

's Friday 5: Outdoor Summer Adventures ⁠

Explore the outdoors in Hamilton this summer ☀️✨️⁠

Whether you're an adventure seeker, nature lover, or just want to get outside for the day, Hamilton has something for you. ⁠

Check-out the list below for some outdoor highlights. ⁠

📍 Valens Lake Conservation Area ⁠
🌊 Enjoy kayaking, swimming, picnicking, and more at Hamilton Conservation Authority

📍 Royal Botanical Gardens
🌼 Wander through Canada’s largest botanical garden⁠

📍 Waterfront Trail⁠
🚲 Hope on your bike and glide along the waterfront⁠

📍 Sassafras Point Trail⁠
🌳 Hit the trails for the day and explore Cootes Paradise⁠

📍 Smokey Hollow Falls⁠
🌄 Summer is the perfect time for waterfall chasing⁠

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Outdoor Adventure: bit.ly/4cY0XBE

 's Friday 5: Explore East Hamilton ⁠⁠With Forge Football Club and Hamilton Tiger-Cats taking to the field at home this ...
05/07/2024

's Friday 5: Explore East Hamilton ⁠

With Forge Football Club and Hamilton Tiger-Cats taking to the field at home this weekend, East Hamilton is sure to be buzzing. There are plenty of ways to spend the day exploring this neighbourhood with everything from delicious eats to waterfront trails.

Check out the list below for some highlights. ⁠

🌊 Hamilton Conservation Authority | Hit the trail at Confederation Beach Park⁠
🍻 Bernie's Tavern | For pre-game brews and bites. ⁠
🎨 Crown and Press | Wander through this unique gallery space. ⁠
⁠⁠☕️ The Cannon | Grab a coffee or stay for brunch at this local favourite.⁠
🥧 Mikey's Cream Pies | To satisfy your sweet tooth. ⁠

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For more ways to explore East Hamilton this summer: bit.ly/3xMqKhq

Happening this week in  ⁠⁠Forge Football Club vs Vancouver FC | July 5 ⁠Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum | Air Force 10...
04/07/2024

Happening this week in ⁠

Forge Football Club vs Vancouver FC | July 5 ⁠
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum | Air Force 100 Weekend | July 6 - 7 ⁠
The Ghost Walks | Dundas | July 6 ⁠
Steve Earle + FirstOntario Concert Hall | July 6⁠
Hamilton Civic Museums | Train Days | July 7 ⁠
Hamilton Tiger-Cats vs BC Lions | July 7⁠
Coronation Street Girls Night Out + The Westdale | July 7 ⁠

More upcoming events: bit.ly/3L1ek8h

 's Friday 5: Your Perfect Family Summer Pairings ⁠⁠The kids out are for the summer and it's time to start planning your...
28/06/2024

's Friday 5: Your Perfect Family Summer Pairings ⁠

The kids out are for the summer and it's time to start planning your family adventures ✨

We have the perfect summer pairings for everyone in the family, from cruising the harbour on a pirate ship to sipping a flight of craft beer (parents only), you can make all the memories right here in Hamilton. ⁠

Check out the list below for some perfect summer pairings. ⁠

📍 will entertain the kids on the high seas. ⁠
🍻 Cheers to a great day with a flight at Collective Arts Brewing

📍⁠ Forge Football Club always brings the heat on game day. ⁠
🍕 Grab a slice from Shorty’s Pizza Hamilton for a post game celebration⁠

📍 Fifty Point Conservation Area covers all the summer activity bases. ⁠
🍟 Memphis Fire Barbeque Company serves up all the barbecue classics⁠

📍 Confederation Beach Park ⁠has everything you need for a beach day. ⁠
🍔 Enjoy the view from the patio at Baranga's on the Beach and refuel ⁠

⁠📍 The Powerhouse can satisfy any craving in the family. ⁠
📽️ Starlite Hamilton will make memories to last under the summer stars. ⁠

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📲 SAVE this post and let your summer adventures begin!

Happening this week in   ⁠⁠Brott Music Festival | Rachmaninoff 2 and Brahms 4 | June 26 ⁠Hamilton Cardinals Intercounty ...
26/06/2024

Happening this week in ⁠

Brott Music Festival | Rachmaninoff 2 and Brahms 4 | June 26 ⁠
Hamilton Cardinals Intercounty Baseball Club vs. Welland Jackfish | June 28 ⁠
Hamilton Civic Museums | Guided Garden Tours | June 29 - 30 ⁠
It's Your Festival | June 29 - July 1 ⁠
The Big Bounce Canada + The Hanes Corn Maze & Tiny Shop Bakery | June 29 - 30 ⁠
Blippi | June 29 ⁠
City of Hamilton | Canada Day in Bayfront Park | July 1⁠

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More upcoming events: bit.ly/3L1ek8h

 's Friday 5: National Indigenous Peoples Day⁠ 🧡⁠⁠Explore Indigenous culture right here in Hamilton during National Indi...
21/06/2024

's Friday 5: National Indigenous Peoples Day⁠ 🧡⁠

Explore Indigenous culture right here in Hamilton during National Indigenous History Month. From beautiful works of art to exciting events, there are many ways to learn, appreciate, and celebrate Indigenous culture in the city. ⁠

Hamilton Sign outside of City Hall will be lit up white, red, yellow, and orange today in recognition of . ⁠

Check out the list below for 5 ways to recognize the day. ⁠

Take in the beauty of public art by the waterfront. ⁠
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🧡 ⁠West Harbour James Street Plaza ⁠

Experience a day of traditional music and dancing. ⁠
✨️ Soaring Spirit Powwow Festival ⁠
🧡 Hamilton Civic Museums Battlefield Park ⁠

Get outdoors and connect with nature. ⁠
🌿 Indigenous Plant Medicines Trail⁠
🧡 Royal Botanical Gardens

Learn about the history and traditions. ⁠
🖌️ Seven Sacred Grandfather Teachings Mural ⁠
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Enjoy a delicious bite. ⁠
🍔 Support local Indigenous owned business. ⁠
🧡 Gage Park Diner

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⬇️ Tag a friend below who you want to explore with

 's Friday 5: The City of Waterfalls ⁠⁠Did you know that this Sunday, June 16th is  ?⁠⁠There's a reason Hamilton is nick...
14/06/2024

's Friday 5: The City of Waterfalls ⁠

Did you know that this Sunday, June 16th is ?⁠

There's a reason Hamilton is nicknamed the city of waterfalls. Home to over 100 waterfalls across the city, there's something here to explore during every season. ⁠

Celebrate these scenic beauties with us. ⁠

📍 Webster Falls ⁠
⁠📍 Albion Falls ⁠
📍 Tiffany Falls ⁠
📍 Tews Falls ⁠
📍 Smokey Hollow Falls ⁠

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Chase waterfalls this summer: https://bit.ly/3GXL2F6

Happening this weekend in   ⁠⁠Art Crawl | June 14⁠ | Unicorn Market | June 14 ⁠ | Home Opener | June 16 ⁠ | Tours of Auc...
12/06/2024

Happening this weekend in ⁠

Art Crawl | June 14⁠
| Unicorn Market | June 14 ⁠
| Home Opener | June 16 ⁠
| Tours of Auchmar | June 15 ⁠ | June 14 ⁠
+ | June 16 ⁠

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Hamilton For The Day: Hitting the Trail ✨️⁠⁠Ready to explore Hamilton? We've got you covered with a range of unique itin...
11/06/2024

Hamilton For The Day: Hitting the Trail ✨️⁠

Ready to explore Hamilton? We've got you covered with a range of unique itineraries to make the most of your visit. ⁠

Whether you're an outdoors enthusiast, into the arts, like sipping through breweries, or a foodie looking for a hidden gem, we have the perfect spots for you. ⁠

If you want to explore trails, you've come to the right place. ⁠
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🥗 Fuel up for the day with a delicious lunch. ⁠
📍 Planted in Hamilton

🌄 Head for the trail and enjoy the scenic views. ⁠
📍 Chedoke Radial Trail ⁠

🛍️ Do some window shopping or pop into some unique shops. ⁠
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🍻 Cheers to a great day with a glass of refreshing cider. ⁠
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 's Friday 5: Pride Events 🌈⁠✨️⁠⁠Happy Pride Month! The city is buzzing with events this month and throughout the summer...
07/06/2024

's Friday 5: Pride Events 🌈⁠✨️⁠

Happy Pride Month! The city is buzzing with events this month and throughout the summer to celebrate Pride. Check out the list below for some of the highlights. ⁠

🌈 Adam and Steve | Unicorn Market at | June 14⁠ AND International Village BIA | Village Pride | June 23⁠
⁠🌈 The Casbah | Drag Show Bingo Pride Addition | June 19⁠
🌈 Royal Botanical Gardens | After Dark Summer Pride Party | June 20 ⁠
🌈 (IG) | Uncloseted Comedy | June 22 & 23 ⁠
🌈 (IG) + | Strawberry Sunday Pride Market | June 23 ⁠

⁠✨️ Stay tuned for Pride Hamilton happening August 10th in Pier 4 Park ⁠

📸 Royal Botanical Gardens

05/06/2024

The colours, bumps, scars, and stories, come see the road to the future. Carefully crafted and boldly fashioned. ⁠

Let us show you where to look for the best of the city this summer. ⁠

📲 Discover more ways to explore: https://bit.ly/4c68kXl

28/05/2024

The heartbeat of a city is found in its people.

is a behind the scenes look at the Hamilton that local business owners, creators, and magic makers love.

Mark Furukawa is the Owner and Operator of DrDisc Hamilton. For him, it’s the personality, people, and community that make Hamilton such a special city.

Let him show you the Hamilton he loves.

More Hamilton Ambassadors: https://bit.ly/3VfGhiC

 's Friday 5: Things to do at the Waterfront ⁠🌊⁠⁠Everything is better by the water. Explore Hamilton's West Harbour on a...
24/05/2024

's Friday 5: Things to do at the Waterfront ⁠🌊⁠

Everything is better by the water. Explore Hamilton's West Harbour on a pirate ship, experience a one-of-a-kind event, or stroll the trails with an ice cream in hand. You can enjoy all that summer has to offer at the waterfront.⁠

Check out the list below for some of the highlights. ⁠

🏴‍☠️ Pirate Life Theatre | Pirate theatre adventure ⁠
🌆 Hamilton Waterfront Trust | Roller-skating Rink⁠
🍻 Because Beer | Blockbuster events ⁠
🎨 (IG) | Public artwork ⁠
🍟 Hutch's on the Beach | Waterfront eats ⁠

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🚆 Coming in from Toronto? West Harbour GO Transit station is just steps away.

Discover more ways to enjoy the waterfront: https://tourismhamilton.com/west-harbour-guide/

22/05/2024

People are the heart of a city. ⁠

is a behind the scenes look at the Hamilton that local business owners, creators, and magic makers love. ⁠

Josh Taylor is the Artistic Director and Owner of Defining Movement Dance. For him, it’s the storytelling in Hamilton’s art scene that makes the city so unique. ⁠

Let him show you the Hamilton he loves. ⁠

Hear from more Hamilton Ambassadors: https://bit.ly/4awos3n

 's Friday 5: Hamilton's History ⁠⁠To celebrate Museum Day tomorrow, we're taking a look back at Hamilton's history. Whe...
17/05/2024

's Friday 5: Hamilton's History ⁠

To celebrate Museum Day tomorrow, we're taking a look back at Hamilton's history. Whether it's a Victorian-era castle or Canada's largest flying museum, the city is filled with history to explore. ⁠

Check out some of the of the city's must-see museums and heritage sites. ⁠
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🏛️ Hamilton Civic Museums | Dundurn National Historic Site ⁠
⁠🌺 Royal Botanical Gardens | Living Museum ⁠
🛩️ Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
🏡 Hamilton Civic Museums | Griffin House National Historic Site ⁠
🛳️ Parks Canada | HMCS Haida ⁠

📸 (IG) ⁠ + + .man.002⁠

More must-visit historic spots in Hamilton: https://bit.ly/3QUfaaj

Ready to go waterfall chasing? ⁠⁠From Webster Falls to hidden gems tucked along the trails of the Niagara Escarpment, th...
15/05/2024

Ready to go waterfall chasing? ⁠

From Webster Falls to hidden gems tucked along the trails of the Niagara Escarpment, there is a waterfall here waiting for you to explore.

Waterfall Guide: bit.ly/3V0v9X1

If you want to learn about a city, go to the source. Its people.  is a behind-the-scenes look at the Hamilton that local...
15/05/2024

If you want to learn about a city, go to the source. Its people.

is a behind-the-scenes look at the Hamilton that local business owners, creators, and magic makers love.

Lisa La Rocca is the Director of Operations at Sonic Unyon Records and Supercrawl. For her, it's the city's mix of everything, along with the small-town feel, that makes it so special.

Let her show you the Hamilton she loves.

Hear from other Hamilton Ambassadors.

Let Me Show You | Lisa: The Festival Builder We asked some of Hamilton’s creators and biz owners what keeps them inspired in the city they call home and what...

 's Friday 5: ⁠ ⁠A Weekend's Worth of Events ⁠✨️⁠⁠Looking for something to do this weekend? Good news...you've got optio...
10/05/2024

's Friday 5: ⁠ ⁠A Weekend's Worth of Events ⁠✨️⁠

Looking for something to do this weekend? Good news...you've got options! ⁠

From exploring Art Crawl on the street to brunching with mom and a few festivals in between, this weekend is jam packed with events. Check out the list below and start planning your weekend. ⁠

🥂 Mother's Day Brunch⁠ | Multiple locations throughout the city ⁠
🍨 Sew Hungry | Food Truck Rally ⁠
🍷 Why Not Wine | Wine Festival ⁠
🦁 Lucky Lion Night Market - Hamilton | Night Market ⁠
⁠🎨 Art Crawl | Taking Art Crawl to the Street ⁠

⁠📸 (IG) ⁠ + +

👇️ Tag someone you'll be exploring with this weekend.

Have you heard?! Art Crawl is takin' it to the streets! 🚶🎨✨️⁠⁠From May to August during Art Crawl, a portion of James St...
09/05/2024

Have you heard?! Art Crawl is takin' it to the streets! 🚶🎨✨️⁠

From May to August during Art Crawl, a portion of James Street will be closed between York Boulevard to Murray Street for pedestrian traffic only. ⁠

This way you can enjoy more of the art, performers, and vendors right on the street. Now let's get crawling! ⁠

📲 For everything you need to know about what to see and do during Art Crawl: bit.ly/3y9i8kW

07/05/2024

What makes Hamilton, Hamilton? ⁠

We asked some of the city’s creators, business owners, and magic makers what the city means to them. ⁠

is the result: a new series that lets locals pull the curtain back on the city’s character, its landmarks, and its hidden gems. ⁠

And gives visitors a sneak peek into what they’ll fall in love with when they’re here. ⁠

Today, we kick off with Tej Sandu, President and Co-Founder of MERIT Brewing Company sharing what he loves about his people-powered city. ⁠

Let him show you the Hamilton he loves. ⁠

For more Hamilton Ambassadors: bit.ly/3Uz0Hln.

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