KW Oktoberfest 2026: Full Guide to Events, Tickets and the Parade
Quick answer: Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest 2026 runs September 25 to October 17. The biggest weekend is October 9 to 11 in downtown Kitchener, where everything…
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Things to Do in Waterloo Region
Festivals, family outings and local events across Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and the townships, picked and written up by George Dmitrovic. Each guide covers dates, cost, parking and what to expect, and yearly events are updated every year.
Kitchener Rangers Oktoberfest Night
Oktoberfest is taking over a Rangers game this Friday. And the first puck won’t be dropped by a player.
LUMEN Is Taking Over Uptown Waterloo for One Night Only
If you’re looking for something different to do in Waterloo this weekend, this is worth putting on your list.
Dash & Splash 2026: Waterloo’s Biggest Dog Pool Party Is This Sunday
If your dog loves the water, there’s a pretty good reason to head to Kiwanis Park this weekend.
Waterloo Park Just Solved Your Labour Day Monday
You want one more family outing before the regular routine starts again, but you probably do not want to spend another $100 or organize…
Sun Life Waterloo Busker Carnival 2026: Full Schedule, Free Admission, Parking and Going With Kids
Quick answer: The Sun Life Waterloo Busker Carnival runs Thursday, August 27 through Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Uptown Waterloo. Admission is free. Shows…
Mini Museum Explorers: Get Into the Waterloo Region Museum Two Hours Before It Opens
Mini Museum Explorers runs Friday, August 21, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum, 10 Huron Rd in…
TD Kitchener Blues Festival 2026: Full Schedule, Free Admission, Parking and Going With Kids
Quick answer: The TD Kitchener Blues Festival runs Thursday, August 6 through Sunday, August 9, 2026 in downtown Kitchener. Admission is free from Friday…
Kiwanis Kids’ Day at Kiwanis Park: What It Costs, What’s Included, and What to Bring (Saturday, August 1, 2026)
Quick answer: Kiwanis Kids’ Day runs Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Kiwanis Park, 1000 Kiwanis Park Drive, Kitchener,…
Wayback Festival 2026 in Kitchener: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
Wayback Festival runs Friday, July 24 through Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Carl Zehr Square and King Street, right in front of Kitchener City…
Waterloo Rib & Beer Fest 2026: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
The Waterloo Rib & Beer Fest runs Friday, July 10 through Sunday, July 12, 2026 at RIM Park, 2001 University Ave E in Waterloo.…
KW Has Two Canada Days This Year. Which One Is Yours?
Canada Day falls on a Wednesday this year, and if you live in Kitchener-Waterloo, you don’t need a plan that involves a two-hour drive…
Open Ears Festival 2026: The Best Thing Happening in Kitchener-Waterloo This Weekend
You’ve been settling in. Maybe you just moved here, or maybe you’ve been here a year and you’re still figuring out what this city…
The K-W Kennel Club Dog Show Returns to The Aud: A Free Long-Weekend Outing 152 Years in the Making
A plain guide to what is happening, what to expect, and what to know before you go.
Elmira Maple Syrup Festival 2026: What to Know Before You Go
The Elmira Maple Syrup Festival is this Saturday April 11th in Elmira Ontario. Here is everything your family needs to know before you go…
Easter Events in Kitchener-Waterloo 2026: The Egg Hunt Your Kids Will Still Be Talking About in May
Every Easter weekend, parents in Kitchener-Waterloo go through the same thing. You want to do something actually fun, not just hand the kids a…
Harmony of Cultures Festival 2026 in Kitchener: One of the Top Cultural Events in Waterloo Region This February
Looking for the best things to do in Kitchener in February 2026?
Family Day Ice Skating Party in Kitchener 2026: A Community Event at Sportsworld Arena
If you’re searching for a classic, high energy Family Day event in Kitchener for 2026, the Family Day Ice Skating Party at Sportsworld Practice…
Cabin Fever Cambridge 2026: The Best Winter Deals, Food, Classes, and Things To Do
Winter in Ontario can feel long. The days are shorter, the cold hits harder, and by February most of us are officially over it.
Winterloo 2026: Waterloo’s Best Winter Day Out (And Why You Should Not Skip It)
If winter usually kills your motivation to leave the house, Winterloo is the exception.
Christmas at Doon 2026: Holiday Events at Doon Heritage Village
Christmas at Doon 2026 isn’t announced yet. See last year’s schedule, the confirmed LanternLight and Starry Night dates, and admission at Doon Heritage Village.
Wonders of Winter 2026 in Waterloo Park: Dates, Parking and Tips
Wonders of Winter lights up Waterloo Park for free each holiday season. Here’s what we know about 2026, plus last year’s dates, parking and the ION stop.
St. Jacobs Sparkles 2026: Dates, Hours, Santa and Parking
St. Jacobs Sparkles 2026 runs November 12 to 15 and 19 to 22 with late shopping, carollers, free wagon rides and Santa. Hours, schedule and free parking.
Kitchener-Waterloo Santa Claus Parade 2026: Date, Route and Where to Watch
The 2026 KW Santa Claus Parade is Saturday, November 21 at 10 a.m. on Weber Street, Frederick to Erb. Route, viewing tips, closures and what to bring.
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