Stay cool and beat the heat this summer with community splash pads and cooling centres in Waterloo Region:
Community Splash Pads
Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo, North Dumfries, Wilmot, Wellesley, Woolwich
Cooling Centres Waterloo Region
August 4th to 7th – Kitchener Blues Festival
One of the largest blues festivals in Canada, with over fifty acts to see! Look out for the biggest acts, killer merch and, as always, an unforgettable weekend!
August 4th & 18th – Movies in the Park
Bring a blanket and watch movies on the big outdoor screen! Hosted in Waterloo Park near the Bandshell.
August 4th, 11th & 18th – Castle Kilbride Concert Series
Summer is celebrated at the Castle with an outdoor concert on the front lawn. Bring your lawn chair and love of live music!
August 7th – Galt Jazz
Get into Downtown Cambridge this summer! Galt Jazz on Main Street from 2-5pm. Bring a chair, relax, enjoy!
August 7th, 14th & 21st – Concerts in the Park
Join us at 7pm in the beautiful parks of Cambridge as local artists perform a variety of musical styles.
August 13th – E-Sports Summer Showdown
Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Galt Arena by participating in one of two video game competitions.
August 13th – Downtown Cambridge Pop-Up Market
This month’s theme: Kids & Babies – Everything our kids and babies could want or need, moms and dads included! Plus a visit from some special VIP guests.
August 19th to 21st – Riverfest Elora
Get ready for three days of art, food trucks, arts and craft vendors, community and of course, music!
August 20th to 21st – Moparfest
Canada’s largest all Mopar car show. Lots of prizes, a silent auction, giveaways, and vendors.
August 21st – Kidspark
It’s fun. It’s free. It’s amazing! Kids of all ages are invited to the annual festival in Victoria Park, bringing together music, learning, food, and fun.
August 25th – Art History Walking Tour
Don’t miss this rare chance to find out the story behind the objects!
August 25th to 28th – Waterloo Busker Carnival
Fun for the whole family with something for all ages. Enjoy the carnival-like atmosphere as you visit the midway, explore delicious foods, and watch spectacular world-class performers.
Tuesday Evenings – Family Drum Night
Come for community, to share stories, sing and dance, you do not have to sit at the drum to attend.
Tuesdays until Aug 23rd – Pups & Poses Summer Yoga Series
Join The Attic Yoga and Dog Friendly KW in Victoria Park on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm this summer for Pups & Poses – a free summer yoga series where you and your pup can show up together to find calm and connection in your local community.
Tuesdays until Oct – Steckle Heritage Farm
Visit Steckle Heritage Farm, see the animals and explore the gardens. Enjoy this heritage farmstead oasis in the middle of the city.
Wednesdays in Aug – Rockin’ it at Rockway
Join us for live entertainment on the Rockway Centre patio and lawn from 6-8pm. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from 5:30-7:30pm.
Wednesdays until Sept 7th – Music in the Park in Ayr
Bring your own lawn chair & enjoy a free concert every Wednesday at Centennial Park, Ayr.
Thursdays in Aug – Outdoor Movie Nights
Join us every Thursday evening at Cambridge City Hall Civic Square for a free family friendly movie on a giant inflatable screen. Movies selected are either G or PG.
Thursdays in Aug – Summer Nights at the Kitchener Market
Unwind this summer at the Kitchener Market with music, movies, food and more local goodness. The Markets hosts concerts every Thursday evening in July, and outdoor movie screenings every Thursday in August.
Thursdays in Aug – Salsa in the Square
Join the Underdog Dance Corp. for a free, family-friendly night of dancing and fun every Thursday! All ages and ability levels are welcome.
Thursdays until Aug 25th – Uptown Night Market
Taste local treats, enjoy entertainment from local musicians and variety performers, discover programming from Waterloo Public Library and SO much more! Come on up and explore what our amazing Uptown Night Market has to offer!
Fridays until Sept 30th – Hespeler Village Market
Kids activities, entertainment, local farmers and food producers. Stick around afterwards and enjoy a drink or meal on a local patio!
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