This week’s buzzing with things to do in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and Guelph—grab your crew and jump into the action!
Exciting and new
Bon Jovi Forever LIVE at EVO – Enjoy this all-ages tribute concert offers an electrifying night of Bon Jovi’s greatest hits, singalongs, and classic rock energy. May 10, 2025, from 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM at EVO Kitchen & Bar, 31 Water Street South, Cambridge. Advance tickets: CA$17.31; tickets available at the door for CA$20.
Ecstatic Dance KW ~ Featuring Cacaoboy – Experience an uplifting night of movement with DJ Cacaoboy (Jesse Buck), with a two-hour ecstatic dance, sound bath, and artist showcase. May 10, 2025, 7:00–11:00 PM at Church of the Good Shepherd, 116 Queen Street North, Kitchener. Tickets: Early Bird – CA$27.96, General Admission – CA$33.28.
Kitchener Electronic Music Open Mic – Join Kitchener’s only Electronic Music Open Mic for a night of synth-driven performances in a supportive, inclusive space. May 10, 2025, 6:00–10:00 PM at 300 Mill St #1, Kitchener. Tickets: General Admission – CA$6.67.
Three Acts, Zero Script – An Improvised Play! – Experience an entirely improvised theatrical play with no script, just unscripted storytelling magic. May 10, 2025, 7:00–9:00 PM at ArtsBuild Ontario, 44 Gaukel Street Kitchener. Tickets: CA$11.98, CA$9.31.
Guelph’s Next Drag Superstar Week 3: Acting Challenge! – This thrilling drag competition features an Acting Challenge, with queens battling it out through dramatic performance and lip syncs. May 8, 2025, 8:00 PM at The Albion, 49 Norfolk Street, Guelph. Tickets: Seated – CA$25.57, Standing – CA$19.56 in advance / CA$20 at the door, Season Pass – CA$37.61.
Mother’s Day events
Better Than Brunch! A Mother’s Day Comedy Show – Enjoy a night of laughter with hilarious parent comedians in a cozy cafe setting, just in time for Mother’s Day. May 10, 2025, 8:00–9:30 PM at The Grove Cafe, 295 Lancaster Street West Unit B, Kitchener. Tickets: General Admission – CA$22.63.
Mothers’ Day – Jewellery Painting – Celebrate by designing your own wooden earrings and pendant at a creative jewellery painting workshop in Guelph. May 4, 2025, 2:00–4:30 PM at 63 Woodborough Road, Guelph. Tickets: General Admission – CA$59.91.
MOMS & MIMOSA’S: MOTHERS DAY MARKET – Celebrate Mother’s Day with 20 local vendors offering gifts, home décor, and seasonal items, plus enjoy a complimentary mimosa and enter to win a door prize. May 4, 2025, 11:00 AM–3:00 PM at 54 Guelph Ave, Unit 1, Cambridge. Free gift for the first 20 moms!
Mother’s Day – Paint Nite– Celebrate with a fun, step-by-step painting session for all ages at Symposium Cafe in Guelph; each ticket covers two participants painting side-by-side. May 9, 2025, 6:30–8:30 PM at 304 Stone Road West, Guelph. Tickets: MOM & ME – CA$59.91, Extra Sibling – CA$27.96.
Fun for the Family
Hope and Dreams – Enjoy a two-hour concert featuring the Waterloo Teachers Choir, raising funds for roof restoration and the Music in Schools Grant Fund. May 4, 2025, 3:00–5:00 PM at Central Presbyterian Church, 7 Queens Square Cambridge. Tickets: General Admission – CA$22.63.
COS Presents THE MUSIC MAN – Enjoy the classic musical comedy about a con man who plans to scam a town by selling them band instruments, only to fall for the local librarian. May 10, 2025, 1:30 PM at The Cambridge Arts Theatre, 47 Water Street South Cambridge. Tickets: Adult – CA$38.61, Senior – CA$33.28, Youth – CA$33.28, Child – CA$27.96, Obstructed View – CA$22.63.
Kooky Kitchener Scavenger Hunt – Join this interactive, nontraditional scavenger hunt that combines quirky tasks, creative challenges, and city exploration for a fun team bonding experience. May 7, 2025, 11:00 AM–2:00 PM at Matter of Taste Coffee Roaster, 115 King Street West, Kitchener. Tickets: General Admission – CA$19.20.
Date nights
Supernatural Tributo Santana ~ Cinco De Mayo Fest – Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a tribute performance to Santana, featuring iconic Latin rock, festive drinks, and a lively atmosphere. May 4, 2025, 5:00–7:00 PM at Edelweiss Tavern, 600 Doon Village Road, Kitchener. Tickets: General Admission – CA$27.96.
The Almost Hip – Tragically Hip Tribute Show – Enjoy a night of iconic Tragically Hip hits and deep cuts with Canada’s longest-running tribute band. May 9, 2025, 8:00–11:00 PM at Room 47, 47 King Street North, Waterloo. Tickets: CA$17.31.
The Subservient Bloodletting Tour at The Union – Experience an intense night of metal with performances by Beguiler, Art of Attrition, and more. May 7, 2025, 7:00–11:00 PM at The Union, 124 Sydney Street South, Kitchener. Tickets: General Admission – CA$15.00.
Ghost Town Rodeo: Queer Line Dancing Party – Celebrate Saff’s 28th birthday in Western Gothic style with line dancing, lessons, and a dance-off at AristoCanine. May 4, 2025, 7:00–10:00 PM at 28 King Street North, Waterloo. Tickets: RSVP – Free (Pay at the Door), General Admission – CA$17.31.
West Coast Swing Dance Party (Beginners Welcome!) – Enjoy a beginner-friendly dance class followed by a lively social dance party. May 10, 2025, 7:00 PM–12:00 AM at 92 King Street South, Waterloo. Tickets: WCS Dance Party – CA$22.60.
Drag Me To Cowboys! Open Stage Drag Night! – Saddle up for an open stage drag night with high-energy performances and a chance to shine at Calgary’s Cowboys Music Festival. May 9, 2025, 8:00 PM at The Albion, 49 Norfolk Street, Guelph. Tickets: Admission for 1 – CA$7.53.
Other notable events
Monday Flow Yoga – Experience a beginner-friendly and energizing flow yoga session with Audrey at Remix Swing. May 5, 2025, 6:00–7:00 PM at 92 King Street South, Waterloo. Tickets: Single Class – CA$28.25, Punch Pass (5) – CA$107.35, Punch Pass (10) – CA$203.40, 2 for 1 Admission – CA$14.13.
Rusty Nail Pro comic FRIDAYS TWH Social:HL: Michael Moses – Enjoy a night of professional stand-up comedy headlined by Michael Moses in the König Room at TWH Social. May 9, 2025, 7:30–10:00 PM at King Street West #I, Kitchener. Tickets: General Admission – CA$22.63.
Open Mic Comedy Night at the Albion Hotel – Catch local and visiting comedians testing new material or try stand-up yourself at this free/pay-what-you-can open mic comedy night. May 7, 2025, 8:30 PM (sign-ups at 8:00 PM) at The Albion, 49 Norfolk Street, Guelph. Tickets: Pay What You Can.