Kitchener Blues Festival
Friday Aug 8 to Sunday Aug 10
Various Times
FREE
Downtown Kitchener – Various Locations
This Festival is packed with concerts all over the Downtown Kitchener area. From bars like Bobby O’Briens, The Boathouse and Grand Trunk Saloon to the big stages at Kitchener City Hall and Victoria Park. Kitchener will be filled with all sorts of toe-tapping tunes!
Summer Night Social
Tuesday, Aug 5
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
FREE
Eastside Library – 2001 University Ave. E, Waterloo
Music Bingo works just like regular Bingo—except instead of numbers, you’ll be listening for your favourite tunes! We’ll play one-minute clips of popular songs from the 2000s across all genres. Match the songs on your card and see if you can call out BINGO. Enjoy snacks, refreshments, and plenty of laughs as you test your music knowledge and memory in a relaxed, social setting. This drop-in program takes place outdoors in our Naturespace, weather permitting. In case of rain, we’ll bring the fun inside the library. Grab your family or friends and join us for a fun night! Everyone welcome.
Day of Play
Saturday, Aug 9
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
FREE
Waterloo Park – East side near Silver Lake
Come have a Day of Play in Waterloo Park! There will be art activities, games, adventures, and more. A day of non-stop fun for everyone! Follow Create Waterloo on social media for upcoming event announcements.
Drag Bingo at AOK
Tuesday, Aug 5
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
FREE – Registration Required
AOK Craft Beer and Arcade – Unit #B03 165 King St. W, Kitchener
Play for bragging rights and for a selection of prizes donated from local businesses. Bring some tip money for the performers and a winning spirit, and it is sure to be a fantastic night. If you have been wanted to get more connected to the local queer community, this is a great place to start. See you soon!
Rockin’ It At Rockway
Wednesday, Aug 6
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
FREE
Rockway Centre – 1405 King St. E, Kitchener
Join us throughout the summer on the Rockway Centre patio for live music featuring local performers. Seating is limited. Twas Now is a Canadian Folk Music band rooted in Kitchener.
Kiki Totally Outrageous
Wednesday, Aug 6
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
FREE
Forbes Park – 33 Forbes St. Cambridge
Are you ready for the most truly outrageous show?! Be dazzled as Kiki transforms into her truly outrageous self! This all 80’s show is sure to keep you dancing, smiling and walking on sunshine! Come watch as Kiki does all of her best hula-hoops, contortion and acrobatics all to your favourite 80’s tunes!
Library Sidewalk Art
Saturday, Aug 9
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
FREE – Registration Required
Grand River Stanley Park Library – 175 Indian Rd. Kitchener
Meet at the library for a morning of creativity and sunshine. We’ll be outside, creating sidewalk art using chalk, pastels and paint! All abilities welcome.
Waterloo Park Walk
Sunday, August 10
2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
FREE – Registration Required
Waterloo Park Hilltop Picnic Shelter – 66 Father David Bauer Drive Waterloo
The nature walk and workshop will begin at 2:00 PM sharp at the Hilltop Shelter Area in Waterloo Park and conclude at 4:00 PM at the same location. Participants will explore the park’s natural beauty, learn about local biodiversity, engage in hands-on eco-friendly activities, and participate in group discussions on sustainable living. Following the walk, light refreshments will be served at the Hilltop Shelter to encourage networking and continued conversation
The Hangout at Grant’s Cafe has been opened since April and has already become a hub at the Hab. Our latest addition is a state of the art gaming table! Dan (left) and Jenn (right) got to try it out at the Speed-Friending Pizza Party event that was at The Hangout. You can play games like Checkers, Whack-a-mole, Puzzles and more – 1 player, 2 player, 3 player or 4!
Don’t forget to pick up your free Cob’s Bread on Tuesdays or check out what fun events we have coming up. Pop by on a Thursday to see what freshly baked goods are on the menu. Our Summer Markets are in full swing every Thursday from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM as well. Drop us some mail into our feedback box inside the cafe to let us know how we can continue to make The Hangout at Grant’s Cafe an even more awesome place!
