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Upcoming events
Gaslight District Movie/Sports Screenings
The Cambridge Gaslight district provides free movie screenings and sport game screenings throughout the summer! Check out their website to see what's playing.
Gaslight District, Cambridge
Movies in the Park
Come to Waterloo Park to enjoy free outdoor movie nights throughout the summer! Go to their website for specific dates and to see what's playing.
Waterloo Park, Waterloo
Racquet in the Square
August 13, 2026
Celebrate all things racquet sports at Racquet in the Square! Visitors can participate in a variety of activities including squash, pickleball, badminton, ping pong and tennis.
Cambridge City Hall, Cambridge
Art Market (August)
August 14, 2026
Check out local art, handmade goods and live music at the Waterloo Public Square art market.
Waterloo Public Square, Waterloo
KidsPark
August 16, 2026
Come to KidsPark for music, entertainment, learning, activities and so much more! Great for all ages.
Victoria Park, Kitchener
Far East Asian Night Market
August 16, 2026
Come explore a market with 50+ vendors throughout King Street featuring delicious food, unique retailers, live performances, activities and much more!
Kitchener East End, Kitchener
The Cookout Experience
August 16, 2026
Inspired by backyard cookouts, the Cookout Experience aims to bring community together through live cooking demonstrations, family activities and live music.
Gaslight District, Cambridge
Caribana Ignite Glow Party
August 21, 2026
Kick-off Caribana Ignite by celebrating Caribbean culture, music & movement at the family friendly glow party and dance party!
Carl Zher Square, Kitchener
Caribana Ignite Parade
August 22, 2026
Experience the culture and rhythm of Caribana Ignite at the vibrant street parade! Featuring stunning designs, bright colours and celebration!
King/Fredrick to King/Water, Kitchener
Downtown Paddle Palooza Pickleball Festival
August 25, 2026
Paddle Palooza is a day of friendly competition, great prizes and all things pickleball held in front of Kitchener hall! With proceeds from the tournament going to the Every Kid Counts program.
Carl Zehr Square, Kitchener
Day of Play
August 22, 2026
Come to Waterloo Park to enjoy family-friendly art activities, giant games, live performances, face painting and more!
Waterloo Park, Waterloo
Sun Life Waterloo Busker Carnival
August 27 - August 30, 2026
Come to Uptown Waterloo to experience street performers, acrobatics, comedy, fire shows, live music, food vendors and family-friendly entertainment at Busker Carnival!
Waterloo Public Square, Waterloo
Endless Summer
September 5, 2026
Wrap up summer with a free outdoor concert in Victoria Park featuring live music and food trucks to enjoy!
Victoria Park, Kitchener
Art Faire
September 12, 2026
Explore creations from a variety of vendors including acrylic paintings, photography, sculptures, textiles and more.
Homer Watson House and Gallery, Kitchener
Multicultural Festival of Elmira
September 19, 2026
Multicultural Festival of Elmira features performances, workshops, services and vendors to spread awareness and celebrate a variety of different cultures!
Gibson Park, Elmira
Royal Medieval Faire
September 19, 2026
Come to Waterloo Park to experience storytelling, food and beverages, costumes, swordplay, games, vendors and more at the Royal Medieval Faire.
Waterloo Park Bandshell, Waterloo
Lumen Festival
September 20, 2026
Explore this vibrant festival where artists combine light, art and tech to create unforgettable installations.
Waterloo Public Square, Waterloo