We’ll drive your family wild!! Get closer than you ever imagined to lions, cheetah, elephants and exotic animals from around the world! Enjoy live bird and animal shows, Misumu Bay and Pet’s Corner.
Guided nature tours and garden tours, wildlife and formal gardens, nature and gardening workshops, dinner theatre, 34 collections, 3,000 trees and shrubs. Open dawn to dusk year round. Meeting facilities. Free admission.
This restored mid-Victorian home provided the first Canadian residence to the Bell family and the surroundings within which the telephone was invented in 1874.
The Regions largest waterpark features 10 slides, wave pool, Spray 'n' Play for the little ones, paddle boats, go karts, batting cages, beach volleyball and paddle boats.
The largest indoor playland in the Region features over 35,000 sq. ft. of fun including a 3 level interactive play structure, glow-in-the-dark mini golf, Ropes Course, climbing wall, arcade and 7 private birthday rooms.
Waterloo Community Arts Centre, not-for-profit, volunteer-run, charitable organization promotes communtiy art programs - performances, classes, workshops, special events, exhibitions. Programs for all levels and disciplines.
Celebrate the Arts from 10am to 10pm. Regional musicians, visual literary artists create a day of celebrations, performances, demos and displays. Fun for all!
Discover Your Creative Side...at the Cambridge Centre for the Arts, City of Cambridge. The Arts Centre includes a Gift Shop, Public Art Gallery, Pottery Studio, and creative spaces where an exciting selection of art programs are offered.
The Cambridge Farmers' Market has been in operation since the 1830’s at the same location and has remained a true Farmer’s Market ever since.
Public gallery featuring 20+ annual exhibitions of contemporary art and design at 3 galleries; collection of Canadian fibre art; art courses, lectures, concerts; annual appraisal day; Cineseries films; group tours
An annual Scottish festival highlighting dancers, events, music, and ethnic foods.
This is a family fun day filled with events, which include live entertainment, dragon boats races, and many children’s activities. All events are FREE!
The Cambridge Sculpture Garden offers an enriched viewing of art in downtown Galt. The garden presents a central oasis to picnic, walk, or participate in children's programs.
Premier exhibition space for contemporary silica artwork including ceramic, glass and enamel work. The gallery offers workshops, children’s art programs, adult classes, tours, lectures, facility rentals. Gift shop showcasing Canadian artists.
A tour through this magnificent 1877 Castle is a step back into the lavish Victorian Era. We offer a unique ‘snapshot’ of life in Victorian Canada. 15 minutes west of Kitchener.
One of Canada's premiere multi-purpose live performing arts venues, The Centre In The Square serves as both a presenter of its own entertainment series as well as a rental facility.
Five floors of exhibits and programs designed to encourage creativity, curiosity and wonder.
A festival of German Christmas. Free entertainment, choirs, bands and dancers. Shop with our craft and food vendors. Enjoy a German Christmas Market!
The 2008 Christmas in Cambridge Festival of Events has an event for all ages! Throughout the Christmas season dedicate some family time to enjoy the city & the winter atmosphere.
There’s always something happening in Kitchener. Signature special events include The Word On The Street, KidSpark, New Year’s Eve Downtown Kitchener, Tooney Tuesdays, Tapestry and Cruising on King.
Costumed interpreters and rare breed farm animals bring to life an exciting era in Canadian history, in this recreated 1914 village museum of 25 historic buildings and two farms.
A free heritage and architecture tour that takes place on the third Saturday of September. A map/guide is available at libraries, museums and tourism offices.
Enjoy the finest in professional entertainment, including a playbill of mega-musicals, hilarious comedies, outrageous farces, poignant dramas, and more! Three of the six venues located in Waterloo Region.
The Wedding Belle and Rose Chapels have seating for up to 110 guests. Officiants seven days a week.
Live horse racing year round on Canada’s fastest mile track. Over 750 SLOTS, open 24/7, dining and live music friday nights. Group packages and special events available. Open every day of the year.
The FPF Committee was founded for the purpose of building and strengthening community spirit through the provision of an annual free music, arts and crafts festival.
An initiative to increase awareness of the visual arts in Waterloo Region, challenge the community to think about art in new ways and invite the public to visit their local public art galleries.
Grand River Brewing is located in the historic Galt Knife Building at 295 Ainslie St. S. in Cambridge. We are a brewer of Craft Beer and our mission statement is to brew flavourful, full bodied beers.
An unforgettable dining experience! Enjoy a delicious dinner while cruising down the scenic Grand River. Luncheon cruises, dinner cruises, private cruises. May - Oct . Reservations required.
You’ll be amazed by our display of plants and flowers that attract Butterflies and Hummingbirds. Come and see for yourself, and then pick up a Butterfly or Hummingbird Kit.
The Gallery celebrates the legacy of Homer Watson through the collection and display of his art, as well as changing contemporary exhbitions, visual art programs, school programs and special events!
A National Historic Site and the farm home of Kitchener's first Mennonite family. Costumed staff, special events and daily summer themes. Changing exhibitions in the galleries.
King Street Theatre Centre is a hub of excitement in downtown Kitchener, offering dance, music, film, theatre and much more.
Through thoughtful and engaging programs, the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery (KW|AG) connects people and ideas through art. Established in 1956 and caretaker on behalf of the community of a permanent collection of nearly 4 000 artworks, KW|AG is the oldest, largest collecting public art gallery in Waterloo region.
Canada`s Greatest Bavarian festival is celebrating its 40th year offering something for everyone with 17 exciting festhallen and over 40 Family and Cultural Events. Canada`s largest Thanksgiving Day parade is Monday Oct. 13
KWS is one of the most valued cultural gems in the region. With 52 professional musicians, a renowned Youth Orchestra and outreach programs, we bring great music to everyone! Come hear what's next!
Art by Alex Krajewski featuring Ontario & European landscapes. Exquisitely framed paintings of the finest heritage sites in our region. Still life paintings by Anna Krajewski. One-of-a-kind gifts by Ontario artisans.
This charming stone cottage on the Grand in Cambridge, boasts wonderful hand-painted friezes and colourful "wee gardens". Regular kichen ceilidhs, tartan teas, "wee exhibits" and more...
An annual free festival featuring a variety of traditional music and dance from various cultures located in historic downtown area of Cambridge, every Civic Holiday weekend.
Canada’s largest All Mopar Car Show. Presented the third weekend of August every year! See over 1600 cars, huge swap meet, live entertainment.
Pick me! Enjoy the fresh crisp taste of apples right from the tree. Open daily 9am – 7pm Mid August to late October. Online or phone for directions & crop information. Great Value! Quality Family Time!
Rock the Mill is a free outdoor music festival for youth and families. There is a great mix of music for everyone as well as food, an artshow and more!
Farmers markets, one of a kind shopping, great fashion, entertaining theatre, Stone Crock dining, cultural exhibits and antiques.
Many nooks and crannies to explore. Come see what it's about!
The Registry Theatre is home to talented entertainers, world-class performers, local professional artists and community groups. From dance to jazz, poetry to plays, come explore something different!
The village merchants welcome you to find your store! www.stjacobs.com for shop listings. The latest in stylish fashion, home decor. One of a kind discoveries. Small town vibe. Open daily
The Waterloo Central Railway operates historic trains between Waterloo and St. Jacobs via the Farmers Market. The trains run from April to December and feature numerous special events.
Stroll among 1000’s of free-flying butterflies in our year 'round, lush tropical garden featuring over 85 species of tropical plants, waterfalls, streams and ever-expanding collection of exotic birds. Discover a honey bee observation hive, and incredible insect and butterfly collection, cafe and gift store. Free parking.
Woodside, the fine residence so loved by William Lyon Mackenzie King has been beautifully refurbished to represent the early 1890s. Explore on your own or take a guided tour.
Everyone enjoys the tradition of a trip to the Saturday market for fresh produce, cheese, flowers, tender meat, homemade treats, original crafts and more. Fresh lunches from international cuisine vendors available Tues-Sat.
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With the stress on families these days to be all places all the time, the Region of Waterloo offers a chance to enjoy some real family time. Get back to basics and laugh out loud together.