What to do.

Tuesday, August 18

The Princess has a screening of Cat Video Fest 2026 at 7 pm.

KPL's Summer Movies for Adults presents a free screening of The Housemaid at 6:15 at the central library.

Water Public Library has a special Open Mic Poetry Night: WPL 150 Edition at 6:30 pm at the main library.

Wednesday, August 19

Janet Lynn's Bistro has a special six course dinner to celebrate chef Nelson's three decades of passion, craftsmanship, and dishes that have shaped JLB. 5:30 pm, $120 per person, $30 for wine pairing. RSVP at 519-725-3440.

In for Questioning Trivia has Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie The Trivia at AOK Craft Beer + Arcade at 8 pm.

Rell has The Office trivia at 7 pm at the Boathouse.

Thursday, August 20

JUNO Award-winning singer-songwriter Hawksley Workman is playing a Slit Barn Sessions at rare Conversation Research Reserve at 7 pm.

The Boathouse has The Hydrotonics (surf rock instrumental) live starting 7 pm.

The Princess Cinema has a double feature! First at 7, catch the soon-to-be-cult classic Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma. Then stick around for the existing cult classic Sleepaway Camp at 9:15 pm.

LetsLinkLadies x Hop House Waterloo have a trivia night with special cocktails starting at 7 pm. Categories include: Local Celebrities, Guess the Price, Trash TV & Reality Disasters and more.

The always awesome BeccaHosts has Beach Party Music Bingo down at the Rabbid Fox starting at 8 pm.

Friday, August 21

It's Friday, and if you're in DTK, you should definitely make your way to Vogelsang Green for one of the last Sunset Sessions of the summer.

Get your hands dirty and your glass full at the Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery's Pottery, Pints & Prosecco. Ticket includes all materials for a kiln-fired project and your choice of craft beer, prosecco, or a soft drink.

Urban Cowboy Line Dancing and Spur of the Moment present the second annual True North Line Dance National at Bingemans. Grab your boots and get ready for a weekend of country music, line dancing, and an energetic summer atmosphere perfect for beginners, seasoned dancers, and anyone ready to hit the dance floor. 

Bringing you tunes from that place where country and rock collide, TWB Brewing Co-Op's Patio Music Series presents Monday Morning Whiskey. No tickets or reservations - just good vibes, great beer, and live music.

She's from Galt, I can tell by the way the way she's checking out Little Bit Vintage at Farm League Brewing starting at 7 pm.

Over in Elmira, BeccaHosts has general knowledge trivia at Rural Roots Brewing starting at 7:30 pm.

Saturday, August 22

Happy Birthday Cafe Clementina! Head on over to the cafe from 11 to 5 pm to celebrate DJ SLAMBOXXX, a mini market and special treats.

Gather your friends, pump up your tires, and hit the Mill Run Trail for a fun-filled ride from Wave Maker Craft Brewery to Sparrow Brewing and back OR from Sparrow Brewing to Wave Maker and back! 1 pm.

Remix Swing and KW Breakers have a street dance and breaking workshop from 1 to 3. Only $35.

Get ready for an afternoon of live music, arts, food, and community at the 12th Annual Schneider Creek Porch Party Live Music & Arts Festival from 1 to 6 p.m. in Kitchener’s historic Schneider Creek neighbourhood. The free, family- and pet-friendly festival will take place at the end of Peter Street, near the Iron Horse Trail and Victoria Park, where neighbourhood porches become intimate stages for local musicians and performers. The festival will also feature local artisans, neighbourhood garage sales, food, and plenty of community charm. Come for the music, explore the neighbourhood, and enjoy an afternoon celebrating the creativity and community spirit of Schneider Creek.

Join the Savon Duo (Sam Domzella, piano, Yvon Arseneault, cello) for the seventh and final concert of the Savon Summer Music 2026 series! The duo will play a selection of works for cello and piano, with corresponding visual art pieces presented by special guest Carol Campbell. Admission is free/pay what you can. 2:30 pm at All Saints' Anglican Church.

Henny’s Handmade Events is turning up the heat with Wet Hot Summer, an eclectic mix of awesome vendors, drag performances, delicious treats, and more on the Gaukel Block in Downtown Kitchener. The market runs from 2 to 8 P.M. and admission is free. 

Darren Frost (Hairspray, Fever Pitch, Total DramaRama) headlines Rusty Nail Comedy at TWH Social at 8pm.

Up the road at Morty's Pub, Rusty Nail Comedy has a second Saturday night show with headliner Ian Sirota (Comedy Inc., Comedy Now, Gutterball Alley) at 8 pm.

Sunday, August 23

KW's favourite folk band Onion Honey is playing live at the Boathouse at 2 pm.

Catch WNBA action with a free outdoor screening at The District Square inside The Gaslight District. Join fellow basketball fans as the Tempo take on the Las Vegas Aces live on the big screen, starting at 7 P.M.. Bring your lawn chairs, team gear, and plenty of spirit for this family-friendly, rain-or-shine game night. 

It's a double double feature week at the Princess with screenings of Rock This Town and Rock This Town: A New Wave starting at 2:30 pm.

Arabella Park Beer Bar has Sunday Funday with Mike Gatto with Uncle Doobie, Maddee G, & Lord Chedda spinning an all-vinyl set packed with reggae, hip-hop, and R&B from 2-7pm.

Monday, August 24

Back at the Princess because we love movies, they have screenings of the Matt Johnson-directed Anthony Bourdain doc Tony at 1:45, 4:15, 6:45, and 9:15.

Ways to get involved.

Want to Make a Difference in Just One Hour?

The Terry Fox Run is a volunteer-driven event, and we'd love your help! Student volunteer hours can be signed off. They're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support participants on Sunday, September 20, at noon in Victoria Park. Whether you cheer on runners along the route or share your musical talents to help inspire them, your time will make a difference.

Give just one hour of your time to support this great cause!

What to read.

When the Rituals Disappear (Eric Avner, Waterloo Region Community Foundation)

Punk Rock Flea Market Returns Under New Management (Alex Kinsella, The Community Edition)

Roaming the Region: Festival Season (Tara McAndrew, The Community Edition)

UW students' GPS spoofing solution wins international aerospace competition (CBC KW)