Start the week with fresh plans and fun experiences across Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and Guelph — there’s something happening for everyone to enjoy!
Exciting and new
Guelph Yoga and Wellness Festival – Celebrate health, mindfulness, and community at this full-day event on Sunday, June 22 from 9:00 AM–4:30 PM at 700 Woodlawn Road West, Guelph. Enjoy yoga classes, mind-body workshops, wellness exhibits, and a charity raffle for Hospice Wellington. Tickets: CA$138.99 (Community Supporter) / CA$120.91 (Regular) / CA$102.83 (Access For All) / CA$73.45 (Half-Day).
PERREOLANDIA – Mamacita Foreva (Ladies Night Edition) – Dance the night away at Waterloo’s hottest Latin party on Friday, June 27 from 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM at Room 47, 47 King Street North, Waterloo. Enjoy Reggaeton, Latin beats, and a high-energy crowd. Tickets: CA$11.98 (Ladies, before 11 PM) / CA$27.96 (2 for 1) / CA$17.31 (Discounted).
Raqs Odyssey – Celebrate the 3rd anniversary of Aranya Belly Dance & Movement with a spectacular evening of belly dance performances by artists from across Ontario. June 28, 2025, 7:30 PM at The Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON. Tickets: CA$27.96.
Guelph Rain Garden Walking Tour – Discover eco-friendly landscaping on Sunday, June 22 from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM at Exhibition Park, Guelph. Join Rain Garden Advisor Ryan DeJong for a guided 2.5 km tour of residential rain gardens and learn how locals are managing stormwater sustainably. Tickets: Free.
Pinch Cabaret #41 – Enjoy a bold mix of music, dance, burlesque, comedy, and more on Saturday, June 28 from 8:00–11:00 PM at Hepcat Swing Dance Studio, 42 Erb Street East #E117, Waterloo. Hosted by Ben Gorodetsky, this vibrant variety show brings artists together for a night of fun and creativity. Tickets: Pay What You Can – CA$6.66 / CA$11.98 / CA$22.63 / CA$33.28.
Fun for the family
2025 KW AccessAbility Golf Tournament – Join a full day of golf, fun, and fundraising on Monday, June 23 from 10:30 AM–8:00 PM at Galt Country Club, 750 Coronation Boulevard, Cambridge. Enjoy a BBQ lunch, putting competition, helicopter golf ball drop, 18-hole round, dinner, live auction, and prizes. Proceeds benefit KW AccessAbility’s programs for individuals with physical disabilities. Donations welcome.
Summer Kick-off Camp! – Celebrate the start of summer with a full-day PD Day camp for kids aged 5–11 on Friday, June 27 from 8:30 AM–4:30 PM at Schneider Haus National Historic Site, 466 Queen Street South, Kitchener. Campers will enjoy hands-on fun in the Makerspace and Discovery space. Tickets: CA$60 per child per day.
PD Day Camp: Splash into Summer! – Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum – Dive into a fun-filled day for kids aged 5–11 on Friday, June 27 from 8:30 AM–4:30 PM at Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum, 10 Huron Road, Kitchener. Celebrate the start of summer with water-themed games, museum exploration, and outdoor play. Tickets: CA$65.23 (General Admission).
Kooky Kitchener Amazing Race & Tour – Join a fun, interactive scavenger hunt on Wednesday, June 25 from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM starting at Matter of Taste Coffee Roaster, 115 King Street West, Kitchener. Solve clues, complete quirky challenges, and explore hidden gems with your team. Tickets: CA$20.00.
Date nights
Damn Good Comedy Show – Get ready to laugh at the Damn Good Comedy Show featuring top comics from Just For Laughs, CBC, and more. June 26, 2025, 8:00 PM at Edelweiss Tavern, 600 Doon Village Road, Kitchener, ON. Tickets: CA$23.70.
Pottery + Pints + Prosecco – Unwind with clay, craft beer, prosecco, or soft drinks on Friday, June 27 from 6:00–9:00 PM at the Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, 25 Caroline Street North, Waterloo. Create a unique ceramic piece in this guided workshop. Tickets: CA$52.05.
Glitz & Glam Drag Bingo (Pride Edition) – Celebrate Pride with a dazzling night of drag, bingo, and laughs on Saturday, June 28 from 7:00–10:00 PM at Four Fathers Brewing Co., 125 Guelph Avenue, Cambridge. Hosted by Crystal Quartz, this event features prizes, performances, and fabulous fun. Tickets: CA$13.56 (Single) / CA$11.30 (2+ Tickets).
Sasha’s Drag Open Stage – Celebrate emerging drag talent on Sunday, June 22 from 5:30–9:30 PM at AOK Craft Beer + Arcade, 165 King Street West, Unit B03, Kitchener. Hosted by Mattie James, this lively event features lipsyncs, performances, and plenty of fun in a supportive space. Tickets: CA$17.31 (General Admission).
Haunting Melodies: Poetry & Literature Open Mic – Share and experience powerful spoken word on Friday, June 27 from 7:00–9:00 PM at Zanga Studios, 175 Borden Avenue South, Kitchener. Dive into themes of grief, beauty, and emotion in a vintage-inspired setting with cocktails, snacks, and community. Tickets: CA$16.24 (General Admission), CA$10.92 (Speaker).
Tragically Hip Canada Day Weekend Celebration with KWT – Kick off Canada Day weekend with a tribute to The Tragically Hip on Saturday, June 28 from 6:30–9:00 PM at Block 3 Brewing, 1430 King Street North #Unit 2, St. Jacobs. Enjoy classic hits, craft beer, and great vibes. Tickets: CA$15.00 (General Admission).
Other notable events
Functional Fitness for Dance – Join this dance-focused workout on Thursday, June 26 from 6:00–7:00 PM at 92 King Street South, Waterloo. Build strength, mobility, and flexibility with resistance training and breathwork. Tickets: CA$28.25 (Drop-In) / CA$107.35 (5-Class Pass) / CA$203.40 (10-Class Pass).
COMEDY with Justin Shaw! Guelph! – Laugh out loud with comedian Justin Shaw on Saturday, June 28 from 7:00–9:00 PM at Silence Sounds, 46 Essex Street, Guelph. In HAVE JOKES, WILL TRAVEL, Shaw shares witty stories about Islander life with heart and humor. Tickets: CA$20.00 (General Admission).
Line Dance Class + Social Hour! Beginners Welcome! – Step into a fun night of dancing on Thursday, June 26 at 8:00 PM at 92 King Street South, Waterloo. Enjoy beginner and improver lessons with instructor Trish, followed by a social hour to mingle and move. Tickets: CA$28.25 (General Admission).