Celebrate Father’s Day and kick off an exciting week filled with engaging activities and memorable moments across Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and Guelph — there’s something special waiting for everyone!
Exciting and new
KW Multicultural Festival – Celebrate cultural diversity on Saturday, June 21 from 12:00–6:00 PM in Victoria Park, Kitchener. Now in its 58th year, this beloved free event features global cuisine, music, dance, and activities for all ages. Free.
Salsa At Blue – Join a full day of dancing, live music, and summer fun at the Salsa at Blue Festival in Blue Mountain Village, with round-trip party bus transportation departing from Fairview Park, 2960 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener, ON, on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10:00 AM–8:00 PM. All ages welcome. Tickets: CA$71.62.
ECHOES of BRILLIANCE: FROM ART SONG to BROADWAY! Kitchener Concert – Experience an unforgettable evening of classical masterpieces and Broadway favorites on Friday, June 20 from 8:00–10:00 PM at The Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick Street, Kitchener. Tickets: CA$55.65 (General) / CA$49.26 (Seniors) / CA$22.63 (Students).
Pride Pins – Celebrate Pride with creativity at this fun ceramic workshop and make your own personalized pins or magnets. June 21, 2025, 12:00 PM at Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, 25 Caroline Street North, Waterloo, ON. CA$22.60.
Caribana Ignite: Carnival Explosion – Summer Fete – Dance the night away at this Caribbean summer party with DJs, dancing, and the Kitchener Carnival costume reveal. June 20, 2025, 9:00 PM at Victoria Park Pavilion, 80 Schneider Avenue, Kitchener, ON. CA$22.63.
SUMMER FEST 2025 BOLLYWOOD – Dance the night away with Bollywood, Bhangra, and Hip-Hop at this summer party by KDOT Socials. June 21, 2025, 8:00 PM at Portuguese Club of Cambridge, 870 Townline Road, Cambridge, ON. From CA$11.98.
Father’s Day Events
Father’s Day Spectacular – Celebrate Father’s Day with a fun-filled afternoon on Sunday, June 15, 2025, from 11:00 AM–4:00 PM at the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum, 10 Huron Road, Kitchener. Enjoy family games, live music, food vendors, and more. Tickets: Adults CA$15.94, Students CA$12.34, Children (4+) CA$8.72, Family Pass CA$36.41.
DAD & ME PAINT PARTY (FATHER’S DAY) & FREE ICE CREAM – Celebrate Father’s Day on June 15, 2025, from 12–2 PM at Rollz Ice Cream, 119 Silvercreek Parkway North, Unit E, Guelph. Enjoy a fun, all-ages guided painting session together, with all supplies provided. Tickets: Dad & Me (2 canvases, 2 ice creams) CA$65.23, Extra Sibling CA$27.96.
Father’s Day Brunch on the Rails – Enjoy a nostalgic countryside escape paired with a delicious light brunch on June 15, 2025, from 1–3 PM aboard the Waterloo Central Railway, 330 Farmers Market Road, Waterloo. Tickets: CA$120.
Mike Elliott – Album Release – Arabella Park – Celebrate the release of Mike Elliott’s new album Let You Go with an afternoon of live music, craft beer, and good vibes at Arabella Park Beer Bar in Kitchener on Sunday, June 15 from 2–5 PM. Tickets: General Admission – CA$11.98.
Fun for the family
The Cinderella Escape in Guelph – Step into a fairy tale with this magical outdoor escape-room-style adventure inspired by the Cinderella story on June 21, 2025, from 10 AM–5:30 PM across downtown Guelph. Costumes encouraged! Tickets: CA$40.00.
Royals Sports Fest (#RSF25) – Join a high-energy day of team competitions, faith, fitness, fun, and community at Royals Sports Fest 2025 on Saturday, June 21 from 1:00–7:30 PM at Resurrection Catholic Secondary School, 455 University Avenue West, Kitchener. This lively event features food, laughter, and plenty of team spirit. Tickets: CA$15.00 (Players) / CA$17.50 (Audience).
Kooky Kitchener Amazing Race & Tour – Explore Kitchener with a fun, interactive scavenger hunt full of creative challenges, local landmarks, and surprises. June 19, 2025, 2:00 PM at Matter of Taste Coffee Roaster, 115 King Street West, Kitchener, ON. $20.00.
Youth Guild: Pride Pottery – Teens aged 14–18 can get creative and celebrate Pride by crafting their own ceramics in this fun, hands-on workshop. June 17, 2025, 6:00 PM at Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, 25 Caroline Street North, Waterloo, ON. CA$13.54.
The Flying Dutchmen – Enjoy live music by The Flying Dutchmen at Hespeler Village Market. June 20, 2025, 5:30 PM at Hespeler Village Market, Cambridge, ON. Free.
Date nights
Flight Risk EP Launch Party – Celebrate the launch on Sunday, June 15 from 8:00–11:00 PM at The Jazz Room in Waterloo. This all-ages event features an opening set by Jayden Alivia, followed by Bree’s first-ever live performance of her heartfelt folk-pop record in an intimate, story-rich setting. Tickets: General Admission – CA$17.31 (Add-ons available).
Improv-a-llama! – Improv-a-llama is a fast-paced improv comedy night at The Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON, on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 7:30–10:00 PM. Featuring four dynamic troupes, this will be an evening full of laughs and spontaneous entertainment. Tickets: General Admission – CA$17.31.
Comedy Den – Enjoy a hilarious night out on Friday, June 20 from 7–11 PM at 14 Erb Street West, Waterloo, ON, featuring top Canadian comedians plus drinks, snacks, and a great atmosphere. Tickets: General Admission – CA$27.96 | 2-Person VIP – CA$107.83 | 4-Person VIP – CA$214.33.
Paint Nite Brand Creative Events – Sip, paint, and create with local artist Elle C. at E.V.O. Kitchen. Sip on delicious cocktails and enjoy mouthwatering food as you unleash your inner artist and create your own masterpiece. June 17, 2025, 6:30 PM at E.V.O. Kitchen, 31 Water Street South, Cambridge, ON. Ticket: CA$47.08.