Waterloo Busker Carnival
Thursday, Aug 21 to Sunday, Aug 24
Various Times
FREE
Various Locations
Get ready for street shows you won’t forget! See acrobats, comedy, fire acts and more. Take a break between shows to grab some carnival food, shop local vendors, and enjoy the midway rides. The Carnival will be taking place in three locations, Waterloo Public Square – 75 King St. S, Waterloo, Regina street between Erb St. and William St. and the City Hall Parking lot – 100 Regina St. S, Waterloo. There’s something fun around every corner!
Under the Canopy – A celebration for the future
Saturday, Aug 23
2:00 AM – 4:00 PM
FREE
Waterloo Park – West Side Under the Canopy of Trees
Join your neighbors in appreciation of the magnificent Old Oak Tree with crafts, music, and refreshments. The MacGregor Albert Community Association and Uptown Waterloo North Neighbourhood Association are happy to be coming together to host this party in the park for all ages! We’re very grateful to have received funding from TD Parks People Grants for this public park event. Come and celebrate with us!
Caribana Ignite
Friday, Aug 22 and Saturday, Aug 23
Friday 6:00 PM
Saturday 11:00 PM
FREE
Carl Zehr Square – 200 King St. W, Kitchener
Caribana Ignite features a stunning street theatre presentation and street party that showcases the true essence of carnival. The event features a family glow party at Carl Zehr Square on the Friday starting at 6:00 PM and a parade on the Saturday starting at 11:00 AM. The parade will dance their way down King St. in Kitchener from Frederick St. to Francis St. You will find the hottest up-and-coming carnival designers and the diversity and vibrancy of the Caribbean, all in this one celebration.
Rockin It At Rockway Welcome Back BBQ
Wednesday, Aug 20
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
FREE – Registration Required
Rockway Centre – 1405 King St. E, Kitchener
Join us on the Rockway Centre Patio for our welcome back to fall BBQ. Enjoy live music by The Flamingos and a free BBQ! Seating is limited, please bring your own lawn chair if possible.
Campfire Concerts
Wednesday, Aug 20
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
FREE
Waterloo Public Square – 75 King St. S, Waterloo
Join us for the final Campfire Concert of the season. Enjoy the indie rock style of Miranda Journey at 6 PM followed by a blend of poetry and pop/rock from Mandippal at 7 PM. Grab a seat on a nearby patio or gather around the and listen to the live music being performed by these local musicians.
Patio Music Series: Ben Rollo
Friday, Aug 22
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Pay What You Can
TWB Brewing – 300 Mill St. Kitchener
Ben Rollo is a talented multi-instrumentalist. Ben’s songs have been played on CBC Radio, as well as on over 20 stations nationwide. No tickets or reservations needed — just good vibes, great beer, and live music. Pay What You Can to help us better support and compensate our amazing local musicians.
Big Fall Clothing Swap
Saturday, Aug 23
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
$5
Church of the Good Shepard – 116 Queen St. N, Kitchener
Wild Love Vintage is hosting another clothing swap and this one’s going to be a big one! I can feel it!! Come trade your unloved (but good condition) clothing and small housewares for something new and awesome! There is a $5 entry fee that will be donated to Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region. Empty every drawer and finally let go of all those things you were saving for “someday” and find something you will love today!
Schneider Creek Porch Party
Saturday, Aug 23
1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
FREE
Peter St. Kitchener (near Peter and Bruder)
Live music on porches and in the park. Everyone is welcome! Come for live music, market, food, and activities. Bring lawn chairs and the whole family. There is lots to do and see! Parking available at Courtland Public School.
It was a beautiful day in the neighbourhood of Downtown Kitchener. It was a Tuesday at Kitchener City Hall when a group of friends got together to enjoy music, games and fellowship. The City of Kitchener’s Live at Lunch concert series was producing the jamming tunes in the square. Pictured on the left, you can see the incredible dance moves of Felipe (left), Simon (middle) and James (right). Their dance moves were so fantastic, it caused others nearby to join in.
Also in attendance was Jeremy who enjoyed a game of Corn Hole with James. There was a Giant Jenga and Giant Chess game that others were playing as well. Lots of people enjoyed the beautiful sunshine, kids cooled off in the wading pool and nearby restaurants made for lots of delicious lunch options. There’s still a couple weeks left where you too can come out to Kitchener City Hall and enjoy the Live at Lunch Concert Series. Come out on a Tuesday or Thursday from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM – the last one is August 30.