There’s lots happening this week in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and Guelph. Check out what’s on and enjoy every moment!
Exciting and new
The Flying Dutchmen – Enjoy live music on April 18, 2025, at 6:00 PM at Jackass Brewing. A free indoor event open to everyone, featuring a performance by The Flying Dutchmen. Location: Jackass Brewing, Cambridge, Ontario. Admission: Free.
ONE LOVE ‘FLAGS EDITION’ – A late-night party on April 17, 2025, starting at 10:30 PM at Room 47. Enjoy four hours of music with live hosting and multiple DJs. Location: 47 King Street North, Waterloo. Tickets: CA$11.98 (Early Bird), CA$17.31 (Advance 15), CA$22.63 (Advance 20).
The GREAT FRIDAY ALL-WOMAN Show! – An improvised comedy show by Tri City Improv on April 18, 2025, from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM at the Kitchener-Waterloo Little Theatre. Featuring all-female performers and special guests, with audience-driven scenes created on the spot. Location: 9 Princess Street East, Waterloo. Tickets: CA$11.98.
Y2K Easter Party – A 2000s-themed nightclub event on April 17, 2025, from 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM at The Drink Uptown. Dance to early millennium hits with optional bottle service and a Y2K-inspired dress code. Location: 56 King Street North, Waterloo. Tickets: CA$11.93.
The Joy of Making: Mosaic Stepping Stones (19+) – A creative workshop on April 16, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at THEMUSEUM. Make your own mosaic stepping stone using concrete, tiles, and glass beads. All materials provided. Location: 10 King Street West, Kitchener. Tickets: CA$38.00.
Fun for the family
Spring Fling: A Family Easter Celebration at McDougall Cottage – A family-friendly event on April 18, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM at McDougall Cottage. Enjoy seasonal crafts, planting activities, and games like Carrot Toss and Bunny Bowling. Location: 89 Grand Avenue South, Cambridge. Tickets: CA$13.54 (Children, 3+), CA$5.12 (Adults).
Easter Egg Decorating at Four Fathers – A crafting event on April 17, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Four Fathers Brewing Co. Decorate life-like eggs in a creative Easter activity, open to all. Location: 125 Guelph Avenue, Cambridge. Tickets: CA$6.66.
Pop!Pop! – An interactive theatre show on April 18, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at The Registry Theatre. Presented by Cosmic Fishing Theatre, this imaginative show invites children and caregivers to explore playful worlds. Location: 122 Frederick Street, Kitchener. Tickets: CA$20.00 (Adults), CA$15.00 (Children), CA$10.67 (Adult 2-for-1), CA$8.16 (Children 2-for-1).
Easter Cookie Decorating Workshop – A festive workshop on April 19, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM at Strawberry Sunshine Candles & Beyond. Join Pastry Chef Annie to decorate Easter-themed cookies. Location: 15 Surrey Street West, Guelph. Tickets: CA$45.20.
Date nights
Drag Bingo with Miss Moço – A lively event on April 19, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM at EVO Kitchen & Bar. Enjoy five rounds of bingo, drag performances, and prizes. Location: 31 Water Street South, Cambridge. Tickets: CA$19.56.
Rusty Nail Comedy Easter Eggstravaganza – Good Friday HL: Mike Wilmot – A comedy show on April 18, 2025, from 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM at TWH Social. Headliner Mike Wilmot is joined by Mike Mitchell and Ben McKay for an evening of laughs. Location: King Street West, Kitchener. Tickets: CA$22.63.
SADBUTRAD!’s The Friends We Made Along The Way: Album Release Party – Join the celebration on April 19, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM at Silence Sounds. The event features performances by SADBUTRAD! and special guests. Location: 46 Essex Street, Guelph. Tickets: CA$10.00.
Guelph Poetry Slam – Join the poetry event on April 19, 2025, from 8:30 PM to 11:00 PM at Which Craft. The evening begins with an open mic, followed by a feature poet set and an interactive poetry slam competition where the winner takes home $100. Location: 91 Wyndham St N, Guelph. Audience: CA$17.31. Slam Poet Sign-up: CA$11.98.
PERREA MAMI – LATIN LONG WEEKEND FRIDAY – Get ready for the biggest Latin night on April 19, 2025, from 2:00 AM at Room 47. Expect Perreo, Reggaeton, and Latin hits, live DJs, GoGo dancers, and a Perreo dance competition with cash prizes! Location: 47 King Street North Waterloo. Tickets: CA$17.31. 2 for 1: CA$27.96.
Free
IN THE NAME OF LOVE – The Easter Story Told Through The Music of U2 – Join the event on April 17, 2025, from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM at Highview Community Church. This performance tells the Easter story through the music of U2. Location: 295 Highview Drive, Kitchener, ON.
Explore Your Future: Opportunities in Skilled Trades – Join the event on April 15, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Waterloo Public Library – Eastside Branch. The evening includes a introduction, a panel discussion, and a networking session, offering a unique opportunity to explore careers. Location: 2001 University Avenue East, Waterloo, ON.
The Ref Didn’t See It! Family and Friends Screening – Join the screening on April 16, 2025, from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM at 17 Barrel Yards Blvd. The documentary celebrates the unsung zebras of wrestling. Location: 17 Barrel Yards Blvd, Waterloo, ON.
KITCHENER Canadian Brewhouse Tuesday Night Trivia! – Join the trivia night on April 15, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM at The Canadian Brewhouse. Enjoy general knowledge and music trivia, and mini-games with prizes. Location: 2960 Kingsway Drive #Unit P004, Kitchener, ON.
Family Sundays at Four Fathers Brewing – Join us on April 13, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Four Fathers Brewing for Family Sundays. Enjoy board games and kids’ colouring contests. Location: 125 Guelph Avenue, Cambridge, ON.