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Waterloo From Above: 200 Years of Change
2024-09-20 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto)
The Town of Waterloo was a mere 12 square kilometers in 1876. Today, the City of Waterloo covers 64 square kilometers, with the initial boundaries no longer visible. Striking changes to the landscape tell the tale of our growing city over time. The City of Waterloo Museum invites you to take a bird’s eye view flight through the decades in our new exhibition “Waterloo from Above: 200 Years of Change”. Historic maps, aerial images and photographs have recorded Waterloo’s remarkable transformation throughout the decades, from early indigenous communities to our present-day vibrant neighbourhoods. Follow how farmland turned into houses, and manufacturing hubs transformed into globally recognized think-tank and start-up cores. Discover the story of Black freedom seeker, Levi Carroll and his family who lived in a building that has been located in both Waterloo and Berlin (Kitchener), but served two very different purposes. Check out fun LEGO creations of some of Waterloo’s recognizable heritage and iconic buildings built by members of our community. Visitors will be able to cast a ballot for the people’s choice award, with a prize awarded for the top model. Uncover the story of Waterloo’s first airport and the role it played in capturing some of Waterloo’s earliest aerial images and video footage. “Waterloo from Above: 200 Years of Change” tells the story in pictures how our human impact and urbanization has changed the city. Do not miss your chance to explore Waterloo in a different way – from above! Summer hours- Tuesdays to Saturdays Fall hours- Tuesdays to Fridays See website for full detailsURL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/waterloo-from-above-200-years-of-change-8/2024-09-20/

St. Jacobs Farmers' Market - Harvest Hoedown
2024-09-20 17:00 - 22:00
Grab your cowboy boots, dust off your hats, and join us at the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market for a rollicking night of country vibes and wild rides at the Harvest Hoedown! It’s a fun-filled evening you won’t want to miss. Get your tickets now and round up your friends for an unforgettable country experience! Date: September 20, 2024Time: 5pm – 10pm Location: St. Jacobs Farmers Market Dress Code: Casual with a touch of country flair!URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/st-jacobs-farmers-market-harvest-hoedown/

Harvest Hoedown
2024-09-20 17:00 - 22:00
Grab your cowboy boots, dust off your hats, and join us for a rollicking night of country vibes and wild rides at the Harvest Hoedown! It’s a fun-filled evening you won’t want to miss. Get your tickets now and round up your friends for an unforgettable country experience!Y’all are invited to the most thrilling and lively event of the season – the Harvest Hoedown! Get ready for a boot-stompin’, toe-tappin’ good time as we bring the spirit of the countryside to life in a night filled with live country music, line dancing, and the ultimate challenge of the mechanical bull! Saddle up for a night of country fun!URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/harvest-hoedown-2/

Roller Skate in DTK
2024-09-20 18:00 - 22:00
Join Retro Rollers Inc. on Friday nights in September for free, adventurous family fun roller skating outside Kitchener City Hall! All skill levels are welcome. This community-focused event is intended to be a fun, casual, recreational program. Attendees must accept that skaters of all levels may be on the rink simultaneously. Skate at your own risk. DJ PDK will spin all night to keep you grooving, so grab a friend and your skates and get ready to roller disco dance the night away!No skates? No problem! Skate rentals are available for a rental fee. Kids and Adult skate sizes are available. Socks are required. Bring your own or buy a pair on-site. Don’t forget safety gear! Helmets are encouraged. Dates:Friday, September 6Friday, September 13Friday, September 20Friday, September 27 Event Time: 6pm – 10pm Choose your skate time Family Skate –> 6pm-8pmAll ages and kids are welcome. Adult Skate –> 8pm-10pm18+URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/roller-skate-in-dtk/2024-09-20/

Sunset Sessions
2024-09-20 19:30 - 21:30
We’re thrilled to announce another season of Sunset Sessions in collaboration with Good Co. Productions in DTK! Just like last year, our pop-up concerts will be hosted in Vogelsang Green with ‘doors’ opening at 7 PM, and music starting at 7:30 PM. The artists remain a surprise, so you can show up and discover something new each time you visit. We’re also excited to introduce After Sunset (the official after parties) this year, which will feature additional live music pop-ups at various DTK locations each week. This event is free, thanks to the support of Downtown Kitchener businesses. Show them some love by grabbing food from your favourite local restaurant on your way to the show. Bring a snack, a drink, a chair, or a blanket, and get ready for an evening of fun and music under the stars.URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/sunset-sessions-9/

The Baby Goat Comedy Tour
2024-09-20 20:00 - 22:00
Come out and watch the kid COOK! Fresh off the release of his debut comedy album, “Baby Goat,” Jesse Singh is quickly making a name for himself as one of the best up-and-coming headliners in Canadian comedy. Growing up in an immigrant household while learning to navigate the unpredictable streets of Toronto, Jesse brings his own unique perspective to life on stage. Having graced the stages of prestigious comedy festivals like Just For Laughs and done recordings with CBC’s Laugh Out Loud, Jesse is no stranger to the comedy realm, and his conversational style is not only hilarious but very relatable. Whether you’re a comedy connoisseur or just looking for a night of non-stop laughter, join Jesse Singh on his journey through maturing as “The Baby Goat” to “The GOAT”. Grab your tickets now! Doors: 8pm; Showtime: 8:30pmURL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/the-baby-goat-comedy-tour/

Lumen Festival
2024-09-21
Lumen is an annual, free, all-ages festival that is open to the public and run by the City of Waterloo’s Arts and Creative Industries team (Create Waterloo). The event features the work of artists as they explore the interplay of light, art, and technology in installations located throughout uptown Waterloo.
View more information on their web page.

Kitchener Market Fall Fair
2024-09-21 07:00 - 15:00
Help us welcome the season with an urban fall fair experience like no other! The Kitchener Market’s Fall Fair is a vibrant combination of traditional fair elements with a downtown vibe, featuring local farmers and businesses. There is something for everyone at this event, so bring your friends and family for a fun-filled day out! Drop-in funnel cake making classFree carnival games and ridesClassic carnival treatsLive musicScavenger huntArtisans and vendorsURL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/kitchener-market-fall-fair/

Ayr Farmers' Market
2024-09-21 08:00 - 13:00
The Ayr Farmers’ Market’s is located at 7 Church St. Ayr! Enjoy farm fresh produce, items from local artisans and other unique vendors. URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/ayr-farmers-market/2024-09-21/

PAWTEMBER Fitness Challenge
2024-09-21 09:00 - 12:00
This class can be done by all levels. Like me you might just wanna sit on your mat and cuddle with the puppies. Not only that, but we have an intense Fitness workout too, taught by Frontline Forward! Snacks will be available at the event, along with a silent auction, 50/50, and items to purchase so please bring some cash! Spectators welcome! All funds raised will go to training Psychiatric Service Dogs. Visit the events page to complete the sponsorship form to get fundraising. https://partnerswithpaws.ca/events/URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/pawtember-fitness-challenge/

Doors Open Waterloo Region
2024-09-21 10:00 - 16:00
Doors Open Waterloo Region is a day of discovery! Come and explore 26 noteworthy buildings, interesting places and heritage sites. From robots, fire engines and theoretical physics to a 19th-century jail, a farm distillery and exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of theatrical sets, props and costumes, there’s something for everyone. See how we activate this year’s theme of adaptive reuse in sites like St. Mark’s Place — a new 43-unit affordable-housing complex built in a church. Check out the Doors Open Waterloo Region website to find out more about all 26 buildings featured this year.URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/doors-open-waterloo-region-2/

Royal Medieval Faire
2024-09-21 11:00 - 18:00
The Royal Medieval Faire brings the magical Kingdom of Mearth alive in Waterloo Park! The epic fun filled-day for the whole family includes storytelling, swordplay, games, vendors, music, dancing, food & beverages, costumes & decorations, plus much more. It’s an epic fun day for the whole family! Join us in Waterloo Park West for fun for the whole family and epic day filled with magic and imagination!URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/royal-medieval-faire-2/

Multicultural Festival of Elmira
2024-09-21 12:00 - 17:00
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 21, from 12-5 PM at Gibson Park for the 2nd annual Multicultural Festival of Elmira and get ready for a day of vibrant performances, global cuisine, and family fun! Event Highlights: ? Live Performances: Indigenous Poets Society: Experience powerful spoken word, songs, and drumming. Tabla Craft: Enjoy the intricate beats of the tabla by a local Sikh drummer (@tabla.craft). Natyalaya Dance Academy: Witness the grace of North Indian dance (@gargi_dancer). AfroxDance: Feel the rhythm with African dance (@afroxdance). Waterloo Kung-Fu Academy: Watch the Lion Dance come to life (@waterlookungfu). SoulTurks: Delight in performances by a Turkish violinist and guitarist (@soulturks). Steel Pan Kam: Groove to Caribbean steel drum music (@steelpan.kam). Rescue Junction: Tap your feet to the sounds of a Mennonite bluegrass band (@rescuejunction). Dr. Mike and the Night Nurses: Enjoy the reggae vibes (@originaldrmike). Conexion Latina: Dance along with an 8-piece Latin music group (@conexionlatinamusic). PLUS: ? Global Cuisine: Explore food trucks and food vendors offering a taste of different cultures. ? Indigenous Beading Workshop: Hosted by Noohkooms Favourite (@noohkoomsfavourite) and Mulberry Design & Engravings (@mulberrydesignca). ? Indigenous Drumming Workshop: Led by Kelly Welch. ??Community Art Project ~ Led by artist, Alana Decker (@a.deckerart) ? Calm Corner: Take a break in our low-stimulation relaxation area. ? Chair Yoga: Enjoy a session offered by Bethany Lee Yoga Studio. ? E-Bike Ride: Experience an e-bike ride with Elmira District Community Living. ? Chinese Dance Workshop: Hosted by KWCG Asian Culture Club. ? Children’s Entertainment: Fun with Mr. J and the Groovy Gang (@mrjandthegroovygang) and KWCG Asian Cultural Club for a Lion Ribbon Dance Workshop. ? Cultures United Tent: A multi-sensory experience in partnership with the Region of Waterloo Library. ? Face Painting: Fun for all ages! Join us for a day of culture, diversity, and community like never before.URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/multicultural-festival-of-elmira-3/

What's in a Name? Berlin to Kitchener in 1916!
2024-09-21 14:00 - 15:30
On September 1, 1916, the city of Berlin Ontario changed its name to Kitchener in a controversial referendum and vote. It was preceded by a year of tumultuous events as this predominantly German city came to grips with the liability of its name and growing anti-German sentiments during World War One. Take a walk through Victoria Park (Willow River Park) and downtown Kitchener to explore a controversy over names and a park statue. Though this may sound like current events, but this walk travels over 100 years ago in local history to Berlin/Kitchener during World War One.Learn about vandalism, unruly soldiers, rioting, and two divisive votes over the city’s name. Find out why a minister was bloodied, a beloved landmark burned, and how Germany’s Kaiser made a ‘splash’ in the park! URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/whats-in-a-name-berlin-to-kitchener-in-1916-2/

Winterloo
2025-01-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Uptown Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Winterloo is an annual, free festival for all ages that hosts winter-themed activities in uptown Waterloo. More information will be available on the Winterloo website closer to the date.
