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  • Two-Spirit, Genderqueer Fabulous Circle

    This event runs every last Wednesday of the month. Join in for an all-ages, brave community space to make connections, talk and grow. Medicines and refreshments are provided.

    Free

  • Fibre Arts Meet-up

    Old Post Office 12 Water Street South, Cambridge, ON, Canada

    Join other fibre arts enthusiasts as you work on your own project or start a new one in a social environment. Share ideas and tips with like-minded folks related to knit, crochet, macrame and other fibre arts for a weekly social meet-up.

    Free

  • Exploring Science Fiction

    Eastside Branch

    If you love reading, discussing books and discovering new titles, join in for Book Chats! This series is a welcoming space to explore books and revisit old favourites. Explore the fascinating world of science fiction from its early origins to modern masterpieces.

    Free

  • Breaking Point: The New Big Shifts Putting Canada at Risk

    Join us for a conversation on Breaking Point: The New Big Shifts Putting Canada at Risk (Signal/McClelland & Stewart, October 2025), the provocative new book by bestselling authors Darrell Bricker and John Ibbitson. The event is featuring remarks from both authors followed by a fireside talk.

    Free

  • Cheeky Word Crochet

    Queen’s Square 1 North Square, Cambridge, On, Canada

    Learn how to crochet from a pattern that depicts a cheeky French word, sacré bleu! All craft materials will be provided. This event is presented by Cambridge Art Galleries Education Studio.

    Free

  • Prime Hybrid

    Spectrum 283 Duke St W, Kitchener, ON

    This group meets on the first and third Wednesdays of the month. All maturing members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community are invited to gather to create a welcoming environment. Let’s reduce isolation and expand community connections. Join in for casual discussion and a social group for maturing adults.

    Free

  • Dungeons and Dragons One-Shot: Storm King’s Thunder

    Country Hills Branch 1500 Block Line Road, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

    Bring your character and join in for a one shot roll playing adventure. The only chance at survival in this new world is for the small folk to work together and investigate the myterious invasion that plagues their land. This D&D one-shot for premade level 5 characters, Beginners are welcome.

    Free

  • Retro Gaming

    Grab your player 2 and head over to the Cambridge Public Library! Everyone who loves board games, video games and having fun with your community is welcome to join to play a variety of retro games.

    Free

  • Transfeminine Peer Support Group

    Spectrum 283 Duke St W, Kitchener, ON

    This supportive environment for all transfeminine identifying individuals meets on the first and third of the month. Due to the mature content of this group, it is limited to those ages 18 and up. The group will meet both in-person at SPECTRUM and virtually on Zoom. For the Zoom link, please email trans@ourspectrum for details.

    Free

  • Rainbow Family Breakfast Club

    Spectrum 283 Duke St W, Kitchener, ON

    These drop-in hangouts meet one Sunday a month at SPECTUM! This event is geared to families with children aged 0-12, but all ages are welcome. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. There is no criteria for participation; anyone who feels their family is part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community is welcome.

    Free

  • Indigenous Sharing Circle with Kelly Welch

    Forest Heights Library 251 Fischer-Hallman Road, Waterloo

    Check out this drumming and sharing circle run by Kelly Welch. The Circle will open with a smudging ceremony with time and space for sharing the importance and relevance of Indigenous medicines. Participants are welcome to bring their own shakers and rattlers.

    Free

  • Intro to Clown and Physical Comedy

    Conrad Centre for the Performing Arts 36 King Street West, Kitchener, ON, Canada

    Weekend Intensive Workshop with Janice Jo Lee In this clown and physical comedy theatre workshop, you will move your body, improvise, dance, use your voice, write dialogue, perform solo and as an ensemble. Clown training empowers performers to be fully embodied, to follow your joy, be vulnerable, fully commit, and raise the stakes. Most importantly […]

  • QueerKPL: Let’s Make a ZIne!

    Kitchener Public Library 85 Queen Street North, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

    Become a zinester and join in for a casual program where you will write, collage and draw to create a queer zine together! Anyone who identifies as queer, questioning or an ally are welcome to join in. Supplies will be provided.

    Free

  • East African Culture with Chef Susan

    Southwest Community Library 100 Rosenberg Wy, ON, Canada

    Join in for a flavourful journey through East African Cuisine in this three part series. Chef Susan is a skilled cook with a deep passion for Sudanese and East African dishes.

    Free

  • Animation Celebration Two

    Princess Cinemas 46 King St N, Waterloo, ONTARIO

    Come out and enjoy this night dedicated to the magic of animation. The event features two special screenings of the iconic animated film “Paprika”, one at 7 p.m. and the other at 9 p.m. Each screening will highlight the unique animated works which showcase the artistry, storytelling and creativity of the medium.

    Free

  • Polyamorous Community Discussion Group

    Spectrum 283 Duke St W, Kitchener, ON

    This event is run once a month for all folks who are under the poly, ethical non-monogamy and relationship anarchy umbrellas. This is an informal group to meet with other adults in the community for discussion and community building.

    Free

  • Candle Making

    Fixed Gear Brewing Co. 20 Alma Street South, Guelph, On, Canada

    Learn to make your own soy candles and choose from a variety of fall and winter scents. Join Fixed Gear Brewing Co. for a fun and interactive workshop and learn to make these eco-friendly candles with your community. Participants are provided with the tools needed.

    $62

  • Laurier Wind Orchestra Concert

    Enjoy Laurier’s large ensemble of wind, brass and percussion students from all years of study. The repertoire ranges from classic wind literature to contemporary and student-composed works.

    $30

  • BRIQ House

    Spectrum 283 Duke St W, Kitchener, ON

    For all Black, Indigenous and other Racialized queer folks in the Waterloo Region! Meet for discussions and community building. This event is run by Roni (she/they), who is a descendant of the Ogoni Tribe and a second-generation settler on the Haldimand Tract.

    Free

  • Ace and Aro Space

    Spectrum 283 Duke St W, Kitchener, ON

    Ace Space is for people in the Waterloo Region who identify on the Asexual and/or Aromantic spectrum. Connect with other Ace/Aro people and chat about anything and everything.

    Free

  • UnBook Club

    My-Thai Cambridge 44 Grand Avenue South, Cambridge, ON, Canada

    There is no set book to read; this club is all about great conversation and making friends! Meet new people and get reading recommendations. Chat with friends about what you’re reading, watching or listening to.

  • Riot Queer Events Emo Night

    Revel Cider 62 Dawson Road, Guelph, ON, Canada

    Get ready to screamo and shout to your favourite emo lyrics in your spookiest costume! Join in for a night of nostalgic tunes, dark vibes and so much eyeliner.

    $11.98 – $17.31

  • Bad Craft Night

    Queen’s Square 1 North Square, Cambridge, On, Canada

    Make a delightfully bad craft using a variety of materials. There will be an example demonstrated at the beginning of the workshop, but then you can let your imagination run wild. All craft materials will be provided.

    Free

  • Next in Soldering: Sound Controlled LED Pumpkin Decoration

    Old Post Office 12 Water Street South, Cambridge, ON, Canada

    Make your pumpkin stand out this year by learning to solder an LED pumpkin decoration. You will be able to take your completed project home. To power it at home, you will need your own USB-C cable and wall plug.

    Free

  • Terry O’Reilly: Against the GraIn

    Central Library 85 Queen Street North, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

    Broadcaster and podcaster Terry O’Reilly turns his attention to people who go “against the grain” in their work to see what makes them different. Join him as he discusses his latest book Against the Grain: Defiant Giants Who Changed the World. This bestselling author event is registration-required.

    Free

  • Gather at the Gallery

    Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery 25 Caroline Street Noth, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

    This event is specifically for people 55 and up. Each week there will be opportunities to express your creativity. During this workshop, make your own Oktoberfest-inspired mug. Isabella will demonstrate slab-building techniques and show you how to stamp and carve relief designs.

    $13.54

  • NFB Movie Screening

    Watch Parade: Queer Acts of Love and Resistance with your community. Unflinching, bold, enraging, hopeful. Parade: Queer Acts of Love & Resistance is a vital new chapter in the queer canon, capturing pivotal moments that sparked Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ movement and honouring the activists whose resistance led to the rights we have today.

    Free

  • Sumâq

    Behnaz Fatemi’s solo exhibition Sumâq traces a path between places. It reflects on cultural memory and how it takes root in new soil. Enjoy the work as it carries the taste of survival.

    Free

  • Queer Birders Kw

    Join this group of bird and outdoor enthusiasts who are taking up space and trying out birding! Whether it’s your first time or you want a place to bird with friends.

    Free

  • Paralèlles: Unseen Feminine Forces

    Queen’s Square 1 North Square, Cambridge, On, Canada

    This exhibition is bringing together three French-speaking women artists whose practices reveal the unseen forces that shape our world. They explore this through textiles, sculpture and paintings.

  • Morning Out: Library 101

    Pioneer Park Library 150 Pioneer Drive, Kitchener, ONTARIO, Canada

    Come and meet new friends, enjoy a coffee and participate in a variety of activities. Every week will offer different activities, including trivia, games and informal discussions. Participants will get a monthly calendar with weekly themes and specific location details.

    Free

  • Wellesley Apple Butter and Cheese Festival

    Join us for the fiftieth annual Wellesley Apple Butter and Cheese Festival! There is a craft market, the Queen’s Bush street market and a wide variety of food vendors that draw thousands to Wellesley on the last Saturday of September every year. This event is one you do not want to miss.

    Free

  • Impact International Theatre Festival

    Downtown Kitchener Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

    The International Multicultural Platform for Alternative Contemporary Theatre, or IMPACT, is a biennial celebration organized by MT Space in the Waterloo Region. IMPACT will present some of the finest local, national and international work that is focused on Indigenous and culturally diverse work from Turtle Island and around the world.

  • Lumen

    Explore uptown Waterloo like you never have before! Lumen is an immersive festival celebrating light, art and technology.

    Free

  • Fest2Fall

    A celebration of music, food and drink curated by Farm League Brewing. This is the third year running the ever-growing music festival in Galt, Ontario and it just keeps getting even better. The Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge region is now one of Ontario’s premier hubs for music and entertainment in recent years.

    $107.14

  • WIne and Paint Night

    West Haus Studio 93 King Street West, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

    Uncork your creativity this fall! Join in on a relaxing evening and painting at this Autumn-themed wine and paint night. People of all experiences are welcome. Paint, canvases, brushes and a local artist will guide you in a step-by-step tutorial to create your own masterpiece.

    $73.71

  • Glamour and Glitz Starbound

    Come join us at the Guelph Youth Music Centre for a fantastic night of burlesque and drag performances. This event will feature local rising stars from Guelph. Don’t miss out on this chance to see them before they rise to stardom!

    $27.96

  • Pickleball Thursday Drop-in

    Join in for an hour and a half of Pickleball at no cost. This session is primarily for beginners and is meant to be a non-competitive and fun environment for 2SLGBTQIA+ people to connect while getting in some physical activity. No previous experience is needed.

    Free

  • Spectrum Arts: Art Making

    Spectrum 283 Duke St W, Kitchener, ON

    Bring an art project in progress or start a new one with your community! Each week there will be a featured art method. The goal of the program is to provide a creative space for 2SLGBTQ+ people in the community to connect.

    Free

  • Waterloo Region Migration Film Festival

    Enjoy these two powerful films as part of the Waterloo Region Migration Film Festival. After the screenings, stay for a short circle discussion to share thoughts and reflections. A Dream Called Khushi is a feature documentary that follows Waterloo Region local, Khushi, a Rohingya refugee in Bangladesh, who is determined to share her story. Migrants […]

    Free

  • Music Mondays

    Are you an older adult who enjoys playing music or singing? Join the Waterloo Public Library for a fun and welcoming music-making experience. All skill levels are welcome, no experience necessary. Connect, create, and enjoy the joy of music with community.

    Free

  • Spectrum Big Queer Hike

    Calling all outdoorsy types! Looking for a relaxing way to spend a Sunday morning? The Spectrum Big Queer Hiking group is making a triumphant return.. These events will allow you to experience all the natural treasures this region has to offer while bonding with the community. This hike is easy-going, accessible and a peaceful experience.

    Free

  • Drag Bingo with Miss Moco

    The hometown hero, Miss Moco, returns to bring you a night of killer performances, bingo and a really good time. Bingo winners get to spin the wheel of prizes. There will be five rounds of bingo with performances before and after.

  • You might as well try and hold the sun

    Queen’s Square 1 North Square, Cambridge, On, Canada

    Enjoy this site-specific installation in the Queen’s Square lobby by Hamilton artist Natalie Hunter. She works across photography, installation, sculpture and moving images and is mostly known for her multi-layered installations. Have your senses stimulated with the intricately layered installations which study the complexities of time, space and memory.

    Free

  • What We Hold

    Queen’s Square 1 North Square, Cambridge, On, Canada

    Experience this touring exhibition, a series of photographic and cultural still lives by Meera Margaret Singh. She traces familial histories and memories through objects like books, shells, vases and trinkets. These are stories that refer to themes of loss, migration, marriage, illness and recovery and more.

    Free

  • Bingemans Urban Cowboy Line Dancing

    Bingeman’s 425 Bingemans Centre Drive, Kitchener, ON, Canada

    Get ready for a boot-stompin’ good time under the summer sky! There will be an unforgettable evening of line dancing led by the pros at Urban Cowboy with no experience required. This is your chance to dance and laugh with friends and family, a perfect Thursday night vibe.

    Free

  • What We Hold

    Queen’s Square 1 North Square, Cambridge, On, Canada

    In the touring exhibition “What We Hold” a series of photographic and sculptural still lifes by Meera Margaret Singh she traces familial histories and memories. She uses a variety of objects to narrate time spent and stories shared among family. The stories are ones of loss, migration, marriage, healing and love.

    Free

  • Daddy’s Home

    The Union 124 Sydney Street South, Kitchener, On, Canada

    This stacked cast of drag kings are here to give you their best dad rock energy! Mixing drag with line dancing, it will certainly be a night you won’t forget. Doors are open at 6:30 PM, show starts at 7 and a line dancing party will happen from 9 to 10 PM.

    $15

  • Waterloo Busker Carnival

    Waterloo uptown Square 75 King St. South, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

    Be amazed by world-class acrobats,comedians, magicians and fire-breathers. Have your tastebuds entertained with food vendors from across the globe. Explore with your family the unique street treasures along the carnival path.

    Free

  • Old Oak Festival

    Waterloo Park (Westmount Road Entrance) Waterloo, ON, Canada

    The MacGregor Albert Community Association and Uptown Waterloo North Neighbourhood Association are happy to be coming together to host a party in the park for all ages! Join your neighbors in appreciation of the magnificent Old Oak Tree with crafts, music, and refreshments on Saturday, August 23 from 2-4 p.m. under its canopy on the west […]

    FREE

  • Teddy Bear Clinic

    Examine a teddy bear and play doctor for the day with medical students from McMaster University. These students will bring equipment to help examine your teddy bear. Learn about going to the doctor and how they help keep us healthy.

    Free

  • Castle Concert Series

    Castle Kilbride 60 Snyder's Rd W, Wilmot, ON, Canada

    Join us every Thursday evening for unique music on the lawn of Castle Kilbride. Admission is by donation and select weeks will feature a crafters’ market. On August 21, the York Street Thought Process will be playing.

    Free

  • SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group

    The biweekly Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group is an informal, discussion-based and drop-in program. This group is a space for adults who identify in the trans/gender variant umbrella.

    Free

  • Art and Wellness

    Art + Wellness workshops welcome you to participate in different art activities with fellow community members. With each session, a different wellness practitioner, counsellor or art therapists guides participants through a series of activities that focus on mental health, well-being and connection.

    Free

  • Beach Volleyball

    The gym class you wish you had in high school! For community members 18+. Join us at Kiwanis Park Outdoor Volleyball Courts for a session of beach volleyball specifically for 2SLGBTQIA+ people and their family and friends. This is a beginner-friendly safe space for everybody.

    Free

  • Knit ‘n’ Chat

    Queen’s Square 1 North Square, Cambridge, On, Canada

    Knitters of all skill levels are invited to participate and have friendly conversation with fellow knitting enthusiasts. This self-guided event is for anyone with an interest in knitting and other fiber arts.

    Free

  • Connections 50 Plus Preston

    Put together felt-creations with like-minded crafters. Choose from either a felt succulent or a cat-shaped coaster. All materials and supplies will be provided. This older adult-focused program features a variety of activities including art activities, musicians and more.

    Free

  • Dogs and Drag

    Are you ready for the third annual Dogs and Drag Show? A fabulous night of fun, fur and fierce performances. This crowd-favourite event supports two incredible organizations: KW Human Society and Dog Friendly KW. A dazzling lineup of local Drag talent will keep you entertained all night.

    $30

  • Transgender Swim

    A dedicated public swim time for trans community members and their loved ones. The shallow end, deep end and water park slide will be open for swimmers. Check the schedule online for slide hours during Public Swims.

    Free

  • Cast Shadow

    Hespeler Village Cambridge

    Situated at the intersection of art and mathematics, Sofia Eleni Escobar’s installation “Cast Shadow” displays the rich heritage of textile production in Hespeler. Through woven sculptures and pen and ink illustrations, Escobar marries new techniques and expands on traditional methods of textile manufacturing.

    Free

  • Rainbow Film Club

    Princess Cinemas 46 King St N, Waterloo, ONTARIO

    Enjoy a night of movies with fellow film lovers at Princess Original! The Rainbow Coalition of Waterloo Region hosts the August Rainbow Film Club every month. Watch Showgirls and enjoy an introduction to the film by Kevin Nixon.

    FREE

  • Long Weekend Band Crawl

    Get ready for a face-melting long weekend as bands like Brutal Youth, Cross Dog, Space Pope, Avalon Stone and more will be rocking out! This multi-venue event will have you and your friends jamming out all weekend long. Venues include: Room 47, Prohibition Warehouse, Aristocanine and Princess Cafe.

    FREE

  • Caribana Ignite

    Carl Zehr Square Kitchener, ON, Canada

    Experience the vibrancy of Caribbean heritage with Caribana Ignite! Enjoy the legacy, culture and spirit of the Caribbean. Be educated and become a part of this incredible journey that strives to empower and connect.

    Free

  • Speed Friending

    Duke of Wellington Waterloo, ON, Canada

    Speed-Friending is a fun and casual event hosted by Friends of Friends. The Duke of Wellington Pub will host three sessions of 20-minute conversations with a group of different folks to facilitate mixing and mingling.

    FREE

  • For the Love of Butter tart Festival Elmira

    Meet the masters of butter tart baking and hot sauce making. Browse the vendor marketplace, groove to live music and let the kiddos run wild in the childrens’ area. Help out the Woolwich Community Services by bringing a non-perishable food item.

  • Wayback Festival

    Carl Zehr Square Kitchener, ON, Canada

    Get ready to travel back, way back! Join us for a weekend of free music, entertainment and fun. Hits that will take you back in time and get you on your feet and dancing. This can’t-miss event goes out to all music fans.

  • Peter Pan: A Musical Adventure

    Community On Stage is excited to present Peter Pan, a musical adventure by Community On Stage Minor. This new youth division of Community on Stage is dedicated to opportunities for performers under 18.

    $25

  • Rockin It at RockWay

    This event will feature Ben Rollo, so come rock and roll with your friends. Bring your family, all your buddies, and your love of music and dancing. Rockin’ It at Rockway is a series of events that will also include a family BBQ and feature other live music acts.

    FREE

  • Impact 25 Launch

    Kitchener City Hall 200 King Street West, Kitchener, On, Canada

    IMPACT (International Multicultural Platform for Alternative Contemporary Theatre) is a biennial festival organized by MT Space. You are invited to enjoy the finest local, national and international work by Indigenous, Black and Racialized artists. There will be a special emphasis on interdisciplinary, intercultural and physical productions.

    FREE

  • The Amanda Keeles Band

    Forbes Park Cambridge

    Forbes Park will be the background for you to enjoy country music performed by The Amanda Keeles Band. Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets to the free live outdoor music.

    FREE

  • Keep Riding

    Board up for some friendly competition this summer at the St. Mary’s Longboard Rage. All local riders of all skill levels are welcome. This 2 KM race through downtown Kitchener will get your head spinning on its shoulders. DM via Instagram for more information.

    Free

  • Kitchener Ribfest and Craft Beer Show

    Willow River Park 80 Schneider Ave, Kitchener, ON, Canada

    Enjoy mouth-watering barbequed ribs and chicken with an incredible selection of Ontario craft beers, ciders and cocktails. Live entertainment will keep you and your whole-family wanting to stick around.

  • Galt Kilties Concert Band

    Mill Race Park Amphitheater Cambridge

    The beautiful Mill Race Amphitheater will host the Galt Kilties Concert Band. Enjoy free live music with your community during the cooler evenings of summer. This event is a part of a series of musical events run in partnership with the Central Ontario Musician’s Association.

    FREE

  • Bug Out 43 VW Car Show and Festival

    KW and Area Bug Club welcome you to Bug Out 43, a large VW car show and festival. There will be vendors and a swap meet area. Bring out your VW and show off. There will be trophies awarded and great door prizes too.

  • Momma’s Cookout Music Festival

    44 Gaukel Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

    Enjoy this free cookout and music festival in the summer sun! The Freedom Marching Project is powering this event to inspire people to fight against racism. Experience Momma’s Gospel Hour and Minifest for family-friendly fun.

  • Cruising on King

    Classic cars will line King Street between Water and Frederick Streets, joined by live entertainment, food and a licensed bar area. Favourites from The Beach Boys, Johnny Cash, Elvis and Roy Orbison will ring your ears in a hit-packed tribute show.

    FREE

  • Kultrun World Music Festival

    Waterloo Park (Westmount Road Entrance) Waterloo, ON, Canada

    Enjoy the region’s largest annual outdoor dance and music festival produced by Neruda Arts. This free festival will feature music worldwide and unite top talent to celebrate diversity. It is a family-friendly event with interactive activities, makers markets, Dog-Friendly KW and much more.

  • Parade: Queers Acts of Love and Resistance

    Princess Cinemas 46 King St N, Waterloo, ONTARIO

    Watch this rarely seen archival footage and first person accounts of the frontlines of Queer struggle in the Waterloo Region. From police raids to early drag shows and community organizing to the House of Commons.

    $14.25

  • Cherry Festival at Cherry Park

    There is something for everyone at this festival! Rides for kids, including The Cherry Train, Swing Ride and a free dinosaur bouncy castle. Two stages for live entertainment and food trucks with over 70 vendors. This event is volunteer-run, family-friendly festival.

    FREE

  • Rising Tide Arts and Music Festival

    Gaslight District 5 Moffat Drive, Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

    This 19+ event is showcasing a curated cast of murals and music. 868 square feet of murals throughout Tapestry Hall will be there for your enjoyment. There will also be an afterparty hosted in the luxurious Underwing with direct sight to the stage.

    $99

  • Claytime Beginner Clay Workshops

    Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery 25 Caroline Street Noth, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

    Get creative with clay! During this freestyle “claytime,” you can make and paint a small project of your choice. Each ticket includes one clay item to go through the kiln. The instructor will demonstrate basic hand-building techniques and show you how to combine simple forms with sculptural elements to create fun peices for your home.

    $35.20

  • Self-Defence for Women

    310 Holiday Inn Cambridge, ON

    This goes for all women who ride motorcycles, learn Krav Maga from Dustin Hoffman. The three hour self-defence seminar will cover observation and situational awareness, how to avoid and de-escalate and basic self-defence skills.

  • Appleflats Guided Tours

    Appleflats Orchard 3527 Carmel-Koch, Wellesley, On, Canada

    Enter the orchard and learn about what a rootstock is and how the different rootstocks affect the growth and maturation of a fruit tree. Guests will be provided with an assortment of local snacks, and complimentary crabapple product to take home.

    $14.69

  • Cambridge Scottish Festival

    This annual two-day event celebrates all things Scottish! We have the games day on Saturday and a concert on Friday to help bring the rich history and traditions of Scotland to Cambridge. On July 19, there will be a traditional Games Day. There will be pipe bands featuring musicians from North America.

    $30 – $45

  • Sun Life Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival

    The Sun Life Uptown Jazz Festival is an annual free music event held in the Waterloo City Centre parking lot. There will be lots to see and do with family activities in the afternoon. A variety of food trucks and beverages.

  • Slice of Pie at Castle Kilbride

    Castle Kilbride 60 Snyder's Rd W, Wilmot, ON, Canada

    Envibe in a slice of pie and a delightful tour with costumed staff at the historic Castle Kilbride. Sip on a lemon chiffon tea while indulging in a slice of history. This special exhibit is part of the “Handcrafted History” series.

    $22

  • The Lavari Show

    Centre In The Square 101 Queen Street North, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

    Enjoy the comedy stylings from the pioneers of Gujarati Stand-up comedy. Four comedians will perform standup, do improv and live podcasts with various celebrity guests. The show is starring Manand Desai, Chirayu Mistry, Deep Vaidya and Om Bhatt.

  • Puzzle, Book and Game Exchange

    Upcycle your gently used books, games and puzzles to make room for all your new ones at this latest community exchange. This event is first come, first served and is based on the honour system.

    FREE

  • Car Show and Elvis Tribute

    Get ready to be in awe and enjoy a live Elvis tribute performance. Bask in the cars of old and have your picture taken with them. Have your caricature done, grab some popcorn, cotton candy and a hot dog.

  • Breaking the Sound Barriers with Gift Thsuma

    Southwest Community Library 100 Rosenberg Wy, ON, Canada

    Join Gift Tschuma, a disability rights activist and a music composer, as he helps break down the barriers of the music industry. Each session of Breaking the Sound Barriers features guest speakers from the disability community and hands-on opportunities to learn, design and experiment with music.

    FREE

  • DIY Pollinator Hotel

    Join the Kitchener Public Library in this step-by-step guide on building a hotel for pollinators. Help facilitate a space for pollinators who are essential for the growing of food and for thriving gardens.

    FREE

  • Volunteer Orientation

    Help Fightback KW! with graphic design, food service prep, donation collection and/or encampment support. Get to know your unhoused neighbours better and give back to your community.

  • Erick Traplin Day

    200 KING STREET 200 KING STREET, WATERLOO

    Celebrate the life of the incredible Erick Traplin! He spent over 35 years bringing joy to families across the region. There are activities available for all ages throughout the day. There will be live performances, special guests, free games, activities and more as we honour Erick Traplin.

    FREE

  • Pride Dance

    The HUB 125 King St W,, Kitchener, ON, Canada

    Join the Rainbow Coalition of Waterloo Region as it hosts its annual Pride Dance at the Hub in Downtown Kitchener. DJ Jayson Spank will keeping the beats bumping all night long. This event is 19+ so make sure to bring photo ID. The bar is cash only.

    $15

  • Stich Social

    Central Library 85 Queen Street North, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

    Participate in the vibrant knitting and crochet community in KW! Enjoy hearing needles click and having yarns intertwine. Whether you’re an experienced crafter or a beginner, everyone is welcome. Bring current projects or start something completely new, with the supportive members and relaxed environment you’re sure to enjoy.

    FREE

  • Practice Your English

    Practice your English in this small group setting with a trained volunteer right from the comfort of home! All newcomers and immigrants are welcome. You will need an email address and access to a tech device to participate.

    FREE

  • Rainbow Coalition of Waterloo Region x Princess Cinemas

    Princess Cinemas 46 King St N, Waterloo, ONTARIO

    Celebrate Pride month with friends and community members at the Princess Cinemas’ screening of Barry Jenkins “Moonlight.” This drama straddling the 1980s depicts three different eras in the life of a young black man. This event is presented in partnership with Rainbow Coalition of Waterloo Region and Spectrum.

  • Queer Night Out at the Archives

    Special Collections Archives Dana Porter 200 University Avenue, Waterloo, ON

    Drop in to the Special Collections and Archives at the University of Waterloo to learn more about Queer holdings. From pulp fiction to plays and highlights from the rest of the collection.

    FREE

  • Indigenous History

    Waterloo Museum 550 King Street North, Waterloo, ON, Canada

    Learn from these two powerful exhibitions that explore the impacts of the Residential School system and the Sixties Scoop. There is a focus on amplifying Indigenous voices and resilience. This event is free.

    FREE