Far East Asian Night Market
Sunday, Aug 17
3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
FREE
King St. E Kitchener – Between Scott and Cedar
Save the date as the Far East Asian Night Market returns. The east end of Downtown Kitchener will transform into a vibrant celebration of Asian culture. This year, over 50 vendors will line King St from Scott to Cedar, The Kitchener Market offers a diverse array of food, retail services, and more. Get ready for another year of sensational live performances, engaging activities, and a variety of captivating entertainment.
Green Thumbs – Strawflower Balls
Monday, Aug 11
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
$38
LEG Up! Classroom – Unit D, 109 Ottawa St. S, Kitchener
Join Annita for some crafting fun! Using strawflowers grown at KWH’s Our Farm, you will learn to make these strawflower balls using styrofoam balls, ribbon and flowerpots.
Saturday In the Park
Saturday, Aug 16
2:00 PM
FREE
Victoria Park Kitchener – The Gazebo on the island
You are invited to come out and meet neighbours and friends, music makers and music lovers. Take in an afternoon of incredible live music, unplugged and under the Summer skies. Sing and play along. There will be hand instruments available to everyone. All ages and abilities are welcome. Bring any acoustic accompaniment you wish and a chair. This is us. This is community.
KSMB Music Mondays
Monday, Aug 11
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
FREE
Victoria Park Kitchener – On the Island or by the Pavilion
Come on out, bring a lawn chair, and support local community bands! Enjoy more concerts from this free concert series presented by the Kitchener Musical Society Band.
The KW Pro Comedy Show
Thursday, Aug 14
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
$11.98
The Jazz Room – 59 King St. N, Waterloo
This month’s headliners are Brandon Sobel and Ariel Kagan, the powerhouse duo behind Toronto’s premier underground comedy destination – Backroom Comedy Club. As owners and producers, they’ve curated some of the best comedy lineups in the country, and now they’re hitting the stage themselves to deliver their sharp, smart, and hilarious takes on everything from everyday life to the absurd. Whether you’re a local comedy fan or just looking for a fun night out, you won’t want to miss this show.
Black Entrepreneurs Market and Family Fun Fair
Saturday, Aug 16
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
FREE
Gaukel Block – 44 Gaukel St. Kitchener
Nigerians in the Region of Waterloo are hosting a fantastic fair with a music DJ, comedy acts, spoken word and dancing. The market will be filled with entrepreneurs selling their goods. Join in celebrating Black excellence with shopping, performances, food, fun, and community vibes! Support local Black-owned talent!
Charity Clown Cabaret
Saturday, Aug 16
6:30 PM – 11:00 PM
$35
124 Sydney St. S, Kitchener
KW Gays and Theys are presenting a fabulous Cabaret with 9 Sexy and Silly Jesters to entertain you all night long. They will be raising money for Fight Back KW! Fight Back KW supports the housing of those in the 100 Victoria St. N Kitchener encampment rather than the Region’s current method of criminalization and eviction.
Indigenous Art Market
Saturday Aug 16 and Sunday Aug 17
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
FREE
Victoria Park Pavilion – 80 Schneider Ave. Kitchener
I AM Kitchener is presenting another fantastic Indigenous Art Market. They will be at the Victoria Park Pavilion all weekend long. Featuring the works of local, authentic and talented Indigenous creators. Come and say hello!
A Chance To Dance!Thursday, Aug 14
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
$5 admission (support person admission is free)
Tapestry Hall – 74 Grand Ave. S, Cambridge
Show and Shine – Classic Car Mondays
Mondays
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
FREE
563 Highland Rd. W, Kitchener
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Dance It Off Tuesdays
Tuesdays
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
FREE
Waterloo Public Square – 75 King St. S, Waterloo
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Movies In The Park
Thursdays
9:00 PM – 11:30 PM
FREE
Waterloo Park near the Bandshell
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