This week’s calendar is spilling over, and it’s all spooky. Find things to do across Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and Guelph below.
Free events
October Howl-Ween Grumble – Costumed pugs and their humans gather for this free, spooky meetup at 1909 Kossuth Road, Cambridge, ON on Sunday, October 25, 2026 from 3:30–4:30 PM.
Rave to the Grave – Glow gear and dark Halloween vibes fill this free rave at Phil’s Grandson’s Place, Waterloo, ON on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 10 PM, RSVP tickets limited.
Dia De Los Muertos – Downtown Kitchener’s cultural pride is on full display at this free celebration at Carl Zehr Square & Kitchener Market, Kitchener, ON on October 31, 2026 from 11 AM–6 PM.
October Local Social – Candy, crafts, and a calm sober space fill this free Halloween party at Thrive HIV Prevention & Support, Kitchener, ON on Friday, October 30, 2026 from 4–5:30 PM, ages 14-29.
Hespeler Village Halloween Hunt – Pick up a map and start trick-or-treating at this free community event at Downtown Hespeler, Cambridge, ON this Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 12–2 PM, prizes awarded for completed maps.
Halloween Chess Social – Casual games and candy rewards fill this free community chess event at Vector Space, Waterloo, ON this Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 1–4 PM, all ages welcome.
Fun for the family
Hocus Pocus Halloween Slime Party – Little witches and goblins can enjoy magical slime fun at Mini Playtown, Kitchener, ON on Sunday, October 25, 2026 from 1–3 PM, priced CA$29.99-34.99, pre-registration is required.
Kids Trick or Treat – Every child goes home with goodies at this family-friendly Halloween event at Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum, Kitchener, ON on October 25, 2026 from 10 AM–4 PM, tickets FREE-CA$20.44, rain or shine.
Halloween Candy Pairing Session (Family Friendly!) – A frightfully delightful evening of candy and drinks awaits the whole family at Four Fathers Brewing Co., Cambridge, ON this Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 6:30 PM, priced at CA$13.54.
Spooktacular Kids’ Halloween Night – A spooky night of crafts and candy awaits at JTM Cake Studio, Cambridge, ON this Friday, October 30, 2026 from 6–8 PM, priced at CA$5, spooky treats available to purchase.
Steckle Annual Halloween Spooktacular – Farm animals in a Halloween mood, that’s what awaits at Steckle Farm, Kitchener, ON this Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 10 AM–3 PM, with admission ranging from free (kids 2 and under) to CA$14.
Halloween Adventure – Room by room, trick or treat: this free Halloween takeover hits 715 Fischer-Hallman Road, Kitchener, ON on October 31, 2026 from 1–4 PM, with games, prizes, and a photo booth.
Free Spooky Self Portrait Family Workshop – Draw yourself (or a family member) as delightfully weird at this free Halloween workshop at Premier School of the Arts, Waterloo, ON this Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 10 AM–1:45 PM, registration required.
Guelph’s Top Outdoor Fun for Adults
Guelph is a green city with plenty to do outside no matter the season, and adults have no shortage of options. Nine favorite ways to get outdoors are waiting inside, with something for every energy level. Check out the full list to plan your next adventure.
Exciting and new
Halloween Tea by the Grand at McDougall Cottage – Finger sandwiches take on a spooky new meaning at this Samhain-themed tea at McDougall Cottage, Cambridge, ON on Sunday, October 25, 2026 from 11 AM–12:30 PM, priced at CA$37.47.
Halloweenathon – Zumba Fundraiser Class – Shake your spooky stuff for a good cause at this Halloween Zumba fundraiser at Mary Phelan Catholic School, Guelph, ON on October 25, 2026 from 2–4 PM, tickets CA$20-30.
B55 Culinary Experience: Hot Ones Style Wing Tasting with Ginger Goat! – Test your spice tolerance at this Hot Ones-inspired wing tasting at B55 Bar & Grill, Waterloo, ON on October 25, 2026 from 12–2 PM, for CA$40, space limited.
Pumpkin Painting – All Ages – Paint your own one-of-a-kind pumpkin at 15 Surrey Street West, Guelph, ON this Monday, October 26, 2026 from 1–2 PM, priced at CA$16.95.
Kids Chess Tournament (PD Day) – No school means four rated rounds of chess for players 20 and under at Vector Space, Waterloo, ON on Monday, October 26, 2026 from 1–4 PM, priced at CA$20.
Cozy Connections: Intro to Cross-Stitch – Part of the Sunshine Studio Series, this welcoming workshop invites beginners into the world of embroidery at Art Gallery of Guelph, Guelph, ON this Wednesday, October 28, 2026 from 5:30–7:30 PM, priced at CA$20, ages 16+.
Bloody Berlin Walking Tour – Dress warm and bring a flashlight for this 90-minute tour into Kitchener’s darker history at Schneider Haus National Historic Site, Kitchener, ON on October 29, 2026 from 7–8:30 PM, priced at CA$33.85, advance tickets required.
Costume & Improv Jam Party! – No pressure to perform, just dress up and join the fun at this free costume and improv night at Silence Sounds, Guelph, ON on October 30, 2026 from 7–11 PM, snacks and drinks available.
Free Screening & Discussion: Get Out – Arrive early for good seats at this free screening and discussion at East Campus 5, University of Waterloo, ON this Friday, October 30, 2026 from 5–8:30 PM, open to the whole community.
Pumpkin Carving at Four Fathers – Every ticket includes a pumpkin and all the tools to carve it at Four Fathers Brewing Co., Cambridge, ON on Friday, October 30, 2026 from 6:30–8:30 PM, priced at CA$15.94.
“The Dark Side of Galt”: Haunted Halloween Edition Evening Walking Tour – Dress warm for this special Halloween edition walking tour departing McDougall Cottage, Cambridge, ON this Friday, October 30, 2026 at 6:30 or 7 PM, priced at CA$31.45, pre-registration required.
Paranormal Cirque Nightmare – Fun and fear blend into one unforgettable circus experience at Cambridge Centre, Cambridge, ON on October 30-31, 2026, 7:30–9:30 PM, tickets CA$33.77, seat assignments issued after purchase.
Inked Circus Tattoo Expo – Hosted during Screampark, this first-ever tattoo expo tour lands at Bingemans Conference Centre, Kitchener, ON on Friday, October 30 and Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 3–11 PM, priced CA$15-20.
“Sleepy Hollow” Free Outdoor Screening – Big Scream Halloween returns with this classic spooky tale at 64 Grand Ave. S., Cambridge, ON this Friday, October 30, 2026 at 7 PM.
Pumpkin Carving Contest – Craft beer and creative carving collide at Wave Maker Craft Brewery & Taproom, Cambridge, ON this Friday, October 30, 2026 at 7 PM, priced at CA$15, prizes for best theme and people’s choice.
Halloween | Trick or Turn Up – “Don’t pull up regular” is the only rule at this costume-fueled night at The Canadian Brewhouse, Kitchener, ON this Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 9 PM–2 AM, priced at CA$17.50.
Roll-Er-Ween – The rink goes full Halloween mode at Retro Rollers, Kitchener, ON this Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 7–11 PM, priced CA$8.75-17.50, skate rentals just $5.
Glow-In-The-Dark Pumpkin Painting – Drop in anytime to paint a pumpkin that glows for trick-or-treating at Paper Marché, Kitchener, ON this Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 12–4 PM, priced at CA$6.66.
Glow-In-The-Dark Pumpkin Painting – Drop in anytime to paint a pumpkin that glows for trick-or-treating at Paper Marché, Kitchener, ON this Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 12–4 PM, priced at CA$6.66.
Date nights
Halloween Drag Pottery and Paint Night Live in Guelph! – Drag meets clay at this one-of-a-kind Halloween night hosted by Ultraviolet at Crock A Doodle Guelph-South, Guelph, ON on Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 7 PM, priced at CA$28.25.
Halloween Honky Tonk – Win free classes for best costume at this line dance night at 54 Benton Street, Kitchener, ON on October 25, 2026 from 6–10 PM, priced at CA$17.31, all levels welcome.
Halloween Trivia Night at Four Fathers – Grab a beer and test your Halloween knowledge at this free trivia night at Four Fathers Brewing Co., Cambridge, ON on October 27, 2026 from 7–9 PM, teams up to six.
Dog Mic: Stand Up Comedy – Sign up and take the mic at this free open mic at Revive Karaoke, Waterloo, ON every Tuesday at 8 PM, including October 27, 2026, 19+.
Taylor Swift Halloween Night 17+ – DJs blend Swift’s biggest hits with country and crowd favourites at The Prohibition Warehouse, Waterloo, ON this Tuesday, October 27, 2026 from 10 PM–2 AM, priced CA$6.62-11.93.
Wednesday Trivia – Halloween Edition – Gather your ghoul-friends and compete for monthly bragging rights at this themed trivia night at EVO Kitchen & Bar, Cambridge, ON on October 28, 2026 from 7–9:30 PM, prizes included.
Halloween Movie Night at Four Fathers – A kids’ Halloween film at 5 PM leads into a classic later at Four Fathers Brewing Co., Cambridge, ON on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 from 5–9 PM, free to attend, popcorn included.
Craft Night at the Movies: Halloween Special – Bring your own craft and watch a nostalgic classic at The Bookshelf, Guelph, ON on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 from 6:30–9:30 PM, priced at CA$11.98, proceeds supporting local charity.
Rusty Nail Comedy PRO AM – Five bucks buys a full night of unpredictable talent at TWH Social, Kitchener, ON on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 from 7:30–10 PM, priced CA$3.99-6.66.
Haunted Halloween (Waterloo Edition) – Years of sold-out nights lead to this, the biggest Halloween party yet at RARE Nightclub, Waterloo, ON on Thursday, October 29, 2026 from 10 PM–3 AM, priced from CA$33.28, 19+.
Halloween Open Mic – Got a favourite horror poem or story? Share it at this free Halloween open mic at Covenant Cafe, Waterloo, ON on October 29, 2026 from 6:30–9:30 PM, costume contest included.
Girl-O-Ween! All-Women Comedy Show & Halloween Party – More than comedy, this is a bloody good Halloween bash at Whoopsie Daisy Drinks, Kitchener, ON on October 29, 2026, music starting at 7 PM, tickets CA$22.63.
Devil’s Night at Phil’s – “No second chances” is the promise at this dark, costume-fueled night at Phil’s Grandson’s Place, Waterloo, ON on Friday, October 30, 2026 at 9:30 PM, priced CA$5.51-12.19.
Dallas Freaky Friday – Wild West: Night of the Outlaws – A thousand dollars in cash and prizes await the best costume at Dallas Night Club, Kitchener, ON on Friday, October 30, 2026 from 9 PM–2 AM, priced CA$3.95-17.26.
Boogieman Bacchanal – Forget the ordinary Halloween party: this annual Caribbean carnival takeover hits TABU Nightclub, Guelph, ON this Friday, October 30, 2026 from 10 PM–2 AM, priced CA$6.85-17.55.
Throwback Fridays – Halloween Edition – The classics never die, and neither does the costume party at Room 47, Waterloo, ON this Friday, October 30, 2026, doors at 10 PM, priced CA$7.53-13.54.
Freaky Friday at Pub on King – $350 in costume prizes, and drink specials galore take over Pub on King, Waterloo, ON on Friday, October 30, 2026 at 7 PM, tickets starting at CA$6.62.
Angels & Demons: A Hallow’s Eve Drag Show – The holy and the heinous cavort without shame at Grand River Unitarian Congregation, Kitchener, ON on Friday, October 30, 2026 from 7:30–9:30 PM, priced at CA$13.
Rocky Horror Viewing Party – “Don’t dream it, be it” is the mantra at this fourth annual tribute night at Opus Lounge, Guelph, ON on Friday, October 30, 2026 at 9 PM, priced CA$20.34-50.85, 19+.
Spooktacular Halloween Dance Party at EVO! – Dinner first, dancing second: this Halloween night at EVO Kitchen & Bar, Cambridge, ON on October 30, 2026 kicks off with reservations at 7 PM, dancing at 9 PM, priced CA$7.53-13.54.
I Put A Spell On You | Speed Dating – A little Halloween hocus pocus might be exactly what your love life needs at Royal City Brewing Company, Guelph, ON this Friday, October 30, 2026 from 7–9 PM, priced at CA$47.13.
Kangoo Jumps Halloween Glow Fitness Party – No tricks, just treats, beats, and boots at this Halloween-themed fitness party at Fireside Haven Studio, Cambridge, ON on October 30, 2026 from 6:30–8 PM, priced at CA$15.
EMO Night – Halloween Edition – Black eyeliner and your old pop-punk playlist make a comeback at Maxwell’s Concerts & Events, Waterloo, ON this Friday, October 30, 2026, with doors opening at 7:30 PM. Tickets are CA$20, and this one’s for the 19-and-up crowd.
Rusty Nail Comedy Friday & Saturday TWH Social Featuring Kevin Christopher – Ten-plus years, every corner of North America, one sharp-tongued headliner: Kevin Christopher hits TWH Social, Kitchener, ON on October 30–31, 2026, show at 8 PM, tickets CA$22.63.
Halloween Party at Four Fathers Brewing Co. – The band hits the stage at 8 PM for a night of costumes and dancing at Four Fathers Brewing Co., Cambridge, ON on October 31, 2026 from 7:30–11:59 PM, tickets CA$25.57, limited availability.
Monster Bash – A Halloween party guaranteed to wake the dead takes over Tapestry Hall, Cambridge, ON this Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 9 PM–1 AM, priced CA$25-30, discount code available for early birds.
Uptown Saturdays: Halloween – The question isn’t whether you’re going out this Halloween, it’s where. Doors open at 10 PM on October 31, 2026 at Room 47, Waterloo, ON, with tickets priced CA13.54toCA25.57 for this 21+ night.
Comedy Night At Farm League Brewing! – Laugh your socks off before your Halloween plans even start at Farm League Brewing, Cambridge, ON this Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 7 PM, priced at CA$22.63.
Hunted: The Mask Party – Don’t be the one watching everyone’s videos the next morning wishing you’d shown up at Lilmout Lounge, Waterloo, ON this Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 10 PM, tickets are CA$17.31-27.96.
Inside Kin Gyu: Grill-Your-Own Dining
With a grill built into every table, Kin Gyu turns dinner into a hands-on, high-energy experience. Pro tips and an honest take on whether it’s worth the price are included. Explore the full write-up to see if it’s your kind of night out.
Live music
Brownman’s Halloween Thriller (Kitchener) 2026 – Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” gets a Miles Davis-style jazz makeover at 740 Belmont Ave. W., Kitchener, ON this Thursday, October 29, 2026, doors at 7 PM, priced CA$22.63-25.
Live Music at Stockyards | Bradley Kerr – What starts as a simple idea becomes a full, textured performance at Stockyards Brewing, Waterloo, ON this Friday, October 30, 2026 from 6:30–9:30 PM.
Wellington Wind Symphony Presents Horror Vacui! – Not all of it is scary, but all of it is mesmerizing at this concert at Theatre Auditorium, Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo, ON this Friday, October 30, 2026 from 7:30–9:30 PM, for FREE or for CA$20.
Operatic Spooktacular – Grand River Opera brings the shadowy and supernatural to life at The Registry Theatre, Kitchener, ON on October 30, 2026 from 7:30–10 PM, tickets CA$35, accessible pricing with equity options available.
Heavy Metal Halloween – Faulty Rivals drops their new album live, with Shadoeccult and Nepenthe along for the ride, at Maxwell’s Concerts & Events, Waterloo, ON on October 31, 2026, show at 7:30 PM, tickets CA$15.
Other notable events
Charity 5K Event – Lace up for a good cause at this community 5K run at The Arboretum, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON on Sunday, October 25, 2026 from 10 AM–12 PM, priced at CA$11.98.
Jessica Hamilton: The Woods – We Used to Live Here meets The Amityville Horror in this haunting new novel discussion at Kitchener Public Library, Kitchener, ON on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 7 PM, free to attend.
National Service Dogs Breeder Caretaker & Whelping Volunteer Info Night – Learn how to help raise future service dogs at this free info session at 1286 Cedar Creek Road, Cambridge, ON on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 7 PM, RSVP required.
Book Club Discussion: London Falling By Patrick Radden Keefe – Whether you read it with the group or on your own, all perspectives are welcome at Midnight Run Cafe, Waterloo, ON on October 28, 2026 from 6–8 PM, no cost to join.
Jackie Morris: The Book of Birds – This latest literary collaboration comes to life at Kitchener Public Library, Kitchener, ON this Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 7 PM, free entry.