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SUMMARY:Next In Fibre: Fibreworks 2026
DESCRIPTION:The featured artworks reflect a wide range of material and conceptual concerns shaping contemporary artistic practice. Artists draw on the historical and cultural labour embedded in textiles to imagine Black and Métis futures\, explore fibre as an everyday material that can serve as a conduit for activism and poetry\, and experiment with the integration of photography and realism into fibre-based forms.   This exhibition was juried by Suzanne Carte (Artistic Director\, Art Gallery of Burlington) and Maria Hupfield (Artist; Assistant Professor\, University of Toronto) with Cambridge Art Galleries staff.  Featured Artists AJA Louden · Ava Katz · Christy Kunitzky · Eva Kolcze · Ioana Dragomir · Margaret Firlotte · Maria-Margaretta Cabana Boucher · Négar Devine-Tajgardan · Sky Weir · Tara Lynn MacDougall
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/next-in-fibre-fibreworks-2026/2026-10-05/
LOCATION:Cambridge Public Library\, Queen’s Square\, 1 North Square\, Cambridge\, ON\, N1S 2K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance,Ongoing Events
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SUMMARY:STEM Starts Here: Celebrating Waterloo Innovators
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the City of Waterloo Museum and Conestoga Mall\, this free\, one-day-only drop-in event brings science\, math\, and technology to life. Tied to the museum’s exhibition Iron Willed: Women in STEM\, STEM Starts Here showcases the incredible innovation happening right in our backyard while inspiring the next generation of problem-solvers.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/stem-starts-here-celebrating-waterloo-innovators/2026-10-05/
LOCATION:Conestoga Mall\, 550 King Street North\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Waterloo Museum":MAILTO:museum@waterloo.ca
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SUMMARY:Silver Screamers Movie Premiere
DESCRIPTION:The film follows a group of older adults as they take on every aspect of making a horror movie—from set design and special-effects makeup to acting\, production\, and editing.  Following the screening\, stay for an engaging panel discussion and live Q&A. Featuring research expert Kate Dupuis\, Schlegel Innovation Leader in Arts and Aging\, film director Sean Cisterna\, and guest panelists\, the discussion will explore the important role arts and creativity have in aging well.   
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/silver-screamers-movie-premiere/
LOCATION:Princess\, Twin Cinema\, 46 King Street North\, Waterloo\, ON\, N2J2W8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Judges":MAILTO:info@the-ria.ca
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SUMMARY:Next In Fibre: Fibreworks 2026
DESCRIPTION:The featured artworks reflect a wide range of material and conceptual concerns shaping contemporary artistic practice. Artists draw on the historical and cultural labour embedded in textiles to imagine Black and Métis futures\, explore fibre as an everyday material that can serve as a conduit for activism and poetry\, and experiment with the integration of photography and realism into fibre-based forms.   This exhibition was juried by Suzanne Carte (Artistic Director\, Art Gallery of Burlington) and Maria Hupfield (Artist; Assistant Professor\, University of Toronto) with Cambridge Art Galleries staff.  Featured Artists AJA Louden · Ava Katz · Christy Kunitzky · Eva Kolcze · Ioana Dragomir · Margaret Firlotte · Maria-Margaretta Cabana Boucher · Négar Devine-Tajgardan · Sky Weir · Tara Lynn MacDougall
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/next-in-fibre-fibreworks-2026/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Cambridge Public Library\, Queen’s Square\, 1 North Square\, Cambridge\, ON\, N1S 2K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance,Ongoing Events
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SUMMARY:STEM Starts Here: Celebrating Waterloo Innovators
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the City of Waterloo Museum and Conestoga Mall\, this free\, one-day-only drop-in event brings science\, math\, and technology to life. Tied to the museum’s exhibition Iron Willed: Women in STEM\, STEM Starts Here showcases the incredible innovation happening right in our backyard while inspiring the next generation of problem-solvers.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/stem-starts-here-celebrating-waterloo-innovators/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Conestoga Mall\, 550 King Street North\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Waterloo Museum":MAILTO:museum@waterloo.ca
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SUMMARY:Hallman Lecture Series: First Nations rights and health system transformation
DESCRIPTION:Established through a generous professorial endowment\, this series aims to foster intellectual curiosity and the exchange of ideas amongst the general public\, students\, public health practitioners\, educators and other professionals. What is “health system transformation” and why do we need it? For First Nations people across the country\, there still remain gaps in health status. A First Nations physician shares their work in antiracism\, cultural safety\, quality and health human resources – grounded in First Nations rights\, relationality and partnerships – that contributes to transformative change and translates into improved First Nations health and well-being.     
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/hallman-lecture-series-first-nations-rights-and-health-system-transformation/
LOCATION:OPT – Optometry Building\, Room 1129\, 200 Columbia Street West\, Waterloo\, ON\, N2L 3G1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Katelyn Gordner":MAILTO:Hcpalumn@uwaterloo.ca
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SUMMARY:Next In Fibre: Fibreworks 2026
DESCRIPTION:The featured artworks reflect a wide range of material and conceptual concerns shaping contemporary artistic practice. Artists draw on the historical and cultural labour embedded in textiles to imagine Black and Métis futures\, explore fibre as an everyday material that can serve as a conduit for activism and poetry\, and experiment with the integration of photography and realism into fibre-based forms.   This exhibition was juried by Suzanne Carte (Artistic Director\, Art Gallery of Burlington) and Maria Hupfield (Artist; Assistant Professor\, University of Toronto) with Cambridge Art Galleries staff.  Featured Artists AJA Louden · Ava Katz · Christy Kunitzky · Eva Kolcze · Ioana Dragomir · Margaret Firlotte · Maria-Margaretta Cabana Boucher · Négar Devine-Tajgardan · Sky Weir · Tara Lynn MacDougall
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/next-in-fibre-fibreworks-2026/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Cambridge Public Library\, Queen’s Square\, 1 North Square\, Cambridge\, ON\, N1S 2K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance,Ongoing Events
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SUMMARY:STEM Starts Here: Celebrating Waterloo Innovators
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the City of Waterloo Museum and Conestoga Mall\, this free\, one-day-only drop-in event brings science\, math\, and technology to life. Tied to the museum’s exhibition Iron Willed: Women in STEM\, STEM Starts Here showcases the incredible innovation happening right in our backyard while inspiring the next generation of problem-solvers.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/stem-starts-here-celebrating-waterloo-innovators/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Conestoga Mall\, 550 King Street North\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Waterloo Museum":MAILTO:museum@waterloo.ca
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SUMMARY:Jazz Lokal: New Vibes Jazz Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Lokal Lounge inside the Walper Hotel on Wednesday\, October 7 from 5-7 PM to enjoy The New Vibes Jazz Quintet\, they will be bringing elegant standards with vibraphone and violin to your evening. Hours: – Doors open at 4:30 PM – Live music from 5–7 PM 🎟️ $25 per person that includes chef’s canapés Come for the music. Stay for the atmosphere. Make it your new Wednesday tradition. Get your tickets in OpenTable or in the link in our Instagram profile @thewalperhotel
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/jazz-lokal-new-vibes-jazz-quintet/
LOCATION:Lokal Lounge\, The Walper Hotel\, 20 Queen St S.\, Kitchener\, ON\, N2G 1V6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ranjit Roy":MAILTO:ranjit.roy@walper.com
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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest Steins
DESCRIPTION:Your instructor will lead you in making hand-built steins using the slab construction method. Carve\, stamp\, and appliqué your steins to create 3D designs. Then\, customize your finish by painting it with underglazes! Your stein will be foodsafe\, dishwasher safe\, and microwave safe. Perfect for any beverage! Please take a photograph of your stein at the end of the workshop to help you identify it at pickup. Sometimes colours change and things can look a bit different when they come out of the kiln.Your Stein will not be ready by the end of Oktoberfest. The thick steins require a longer drying time before firing.Getting to the Workshop:Please note\, the gallery will already be closed at the start of the workshop. Please come to the classroom entrance at the back of the building. Look for the stairs between the parking lot and rec path.If you require an accessible entrance\, please email isabella@theclayandglass.ca by September 30th\, so that we can have a staff member ready to meet you there.Find parking using the Uptown Waterloo Parking MapAfter the Workshop + Pickup:The ceramic artworks will be fired in a kiln at the gallery. Approximately 4-6 weeks after the workshop\, you will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up.After 6 weeks\, if you have not received a pickup email\, please send a photograph of your piece to isabella@theclayandglass.caOur self-serve pickup area is located in the coatroom\, between the front desk and washrooms. The Steins will not be ready by the end of Oktoberfest 2026.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/oktoberfest-steins/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery\, 25 Caroline Street North\, Waterloo\, ON\, N2L 2Y5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance,Event
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SUMMARY:Visionary Speaker Series: Emelie Chhangur
DESCRIPTION:This talk considers what becomes possible when curatorial practice works directly on the structures through which cultural and public life are organized.  Drawing on twenty-five years of work\, Chhangur follows two connected movements in her practice: changing cultural institutions from within and bringing curatorial practice into the public spaces and systems of the city.  At Agnes Reimagined\, these movements came together. The museum itself became a long-term curatorial project\, with architecture as a medium for rebuilding museum practice from the ground up and transforming its social and civic role.  Chhangur now brings this practice to the reimagining of Toronto Pearson International Airport as Art and Culture Integration Lead on the architectural design team. If Agnes reimagined the museum as civic infrastructure\, Pearson reverses and expands that proposition: civic infrastructure is reimagined as culture.  Free | Please Register
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/visionary-speaker-series-emelie-chhangur/
LOCATION:Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery\, 101 Queen Street North\, Kitchener\, ON \, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance
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SUMMARY:Euchre Night @ TWB
DESCRIPTION:Euchre Night at TWB Join us for an evening of fun and new friends!   – Games begin at 7:00 pm sharp – check in by 6:45 pm. – New to Euchre? Come learn the basics at 6:30 pm! – Individuals welcome – partners are randomly assigned and rotate each round. – $10 in advance | $12 day-of (advance tickets available starting one week prior – get yours early to guarantee your spot!). – Your ticket includes your first 12oz beer (upgrade to a pint or non-beer option at the bar). – Winner takes home a $20 TWB Gift Card!
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/euchre-night-twb/
LOCATION:TWB Co-operative Brewing\, 300 Mill St\, Unit 1\, Kitchener\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Something To Talk About: The Songs of Bonnie Raitt and Norah Jones
DESCRIPTION:Classic Troubadours Presents: The Songs of Bonnie Raitt & Norah Jones. These two celebrated icons are known for their soulful and bluesy folk rock and melodic torch songs\, and their songs are beloved by true music fans worldwide. Songs like ‘Nick of Time’\, ‘I Can’t Make You Love Me’\, ‘Love Sneakin’ Up On You’\, and ‘Don’t Know Why’. Award-winning singer songwriter Jacob Moon has assembled an incredible collection of talent to bring these beloved songs to brilliant life in the latest incarnation of his wildly successful ”Classic Troubadours” series\, which has brought over 15000 audience members to their feet in dozens of shows across Ontario and Eastern Canada since its inception two years ago. Now that’s Something To Talk About!
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/something-to-talk-about-the-songs-of-bonnie-raitt-and-norah-jones/
LOCATION:The Registry Theatre\, 122 Frederick Street\, Kitchener\, ON\, N2H 2L9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance,Event
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SUMMARY:Next In Fibre: Fibreworks 2026
DESCRIPTION:The featured artworks reflect a wide range of material and conceptual concerns shaping contemporary artistic practice. Artists draw on the historical and cultural labour embedded in textiles to imagine Black and Métis futures\, explore fibre as an everyday material that can serve as a conduit for activism and poetry\, and experiment with the integration of photography and realism into fibre-based forms.   This exhibition was juried by Suzanne Carte (Artistic Director\, Art Gallery of Burlington) and Maria Hupfield (Artist; Assistant Professor\, University of Toronto) with Cambridge Art Galleries staff.  Featured Artists AJA Louden · Ava Katz · Christy Kunitzky · Eva Kolcze · Ioana Dragomir · Margaret Firlotte · Maria-Margaretta Cabana Boucher · Négar Devine-Tajgardan · Sky Weir · Tara Lynn MacDougall
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/next-in-fibre-fibreworks-2026/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Cambridge Public Library\, Queen’s Square\, 1 North Square\, Cambridge\, ON\, N1S 2K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance,Ongoing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261008T100100
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261008T140000
DTSTAMP:20261002T070024Z
CREATED:20261002T070023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T070024Z
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SUMMARY:STEM Starts Here: Celebrating Waterloo Innovators
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the City of Waterloo Museum and Conestoga Mall\, this free\, one-day-only drop-in event brings science\, math\, and technology to life. Tied to the museum’s exhibition Iron Willed: Women in STEM\, STEM Starts Here showcases the incredible innovation happening right in our backyard while inspiring the next generation of problem-solvers.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/stem-starts-here-celebrating-waterloo-innovators/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Conestoga Mall\, 550 King Street North\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Waterloo Museum":MAILTO:museum@waterloo.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261008T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261008T190000
DTSTAMP:20261002T070114Z
CREATED:20261002T070113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T070114Z
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SUMMARY:KWAG Accessibility Initiative
DESCRIPTION:Help us reimagine and expand what accessibility can look like at KWAG! We are hosting three information-gathering sessions\, inviting members of our community to speak about their experiences of accessibility at the Gallery. Feel free to come to one or all sessions and share how the Gallery can best serve you!
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/kwag-accessibility-initiative/
LOCATION:Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery\, 101 Queen Street North\, Kitchener\, ON \, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261008T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261008T193000
DTSTAMP:20261002T070115Z
CREATED:20261002T070114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T070115Z
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SUMMARY:Pumpkin Centerpiece Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Create your own beautiful pumpkin centerpiece and take your creation home for your Thanksgiving table! Create your own beautiful thanksgiving centerpiece with hands on instrution\, then take your creation home to enjoy! Bring a friend or come on your own and make some new friends. The more\, the merrier! 🍂 What’s included: Complimentary Drink Surprise Giveaways
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/pumpkin-centerpiece-workshop/
LOCATION:Monigram Coffee Roasters\, 16 Ainslie St. S\, Cambridge\, ON\, N1R 3K1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance,Event
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SUMMARY:Indie Music Night
DESCRIPTION:Support local music and discover four great artists live at Maxwell’s featuring Alyssa DVM\, Softcase\, ASHES\, and Eric Folino. 🎟️ Tickets on-sale now for just $10!🎶 Doors open at 7:00pm\, music starts at 7:30pm👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All Ages + Licensed🪑 General admission with limited side seating available A night dedicated to supporting independent music in Waterloo Region. Come discover something new and catch four emerging artists all on one stage!
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/indie-music-night/
LOCATION:Maxwell’s Concerts & Events\, 35 University Ave E\, Unit 2\, Waterloo\, ON\, N2J2V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261008T203000
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SUMMARY:Bloody Berlin Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Schneider Haus staff for an evening walk through the back alleys and side streets of downtown Kitchener as we talk about some of the scary\, sexy\, or just plain weird characters that have called our town home. Murders\, executions\, grave robbing\, shootouts\, villainous doctors\, and even pandemics of the past. Come learn a little more about Bloody Berlin….if you dare! Admission: $26.95 per person plus HST. Advance ticket purchase is required for this event\, there will be no tickets sold at the door. Membership discount applies. No refunds. Information about Event: Suitable for ages 16 and up. Event runs rain or shine. This event takes place entirely outdoors and there will be no access to washrooms. Participants should dress for the weather and bring a flashlight (if possible). Please note: This approximately 90-minute walking tour will begin and end at Schneider Haus National Historic Site. The tour may include hills\, stairs and uneven terrain.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/bloody-berlin-walking-tour/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Schneider Haus National Historic Site\, 466 Queen Street South\, Kitchener\, ON\, N2G 1W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance
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UID:10896209-1791486000-1791493200@explorewaterloo.ca
SUMMARY:Film Screening: Wild Relatives
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor screening followed by a discussion of the film with green colonialism scholar Ghada Sasa\, co-presented by Deeply Rooted. A film by artist Jumana Manna\, examining tensions between state and individual\, industrial and organic approaches to seed saving\, climate change\, and biodiversity. Running time: 64 minutes.  Seating will be provided for the outdoor screenings. You are welcome to bring your own picnic blanket. We remind attendees to dress accordingly for the cooler fall temperatures. We will move indoors in the event of rain.  Photo Credit: Still from Wild Relatives (2018)\, film by Jumana Manna. Courtesy of Deeply Rooted.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/film-screening-wild-relatives/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261008T213000
DTSTAMP:20261002T070129Z
CREATED:20261002T070117Z
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UID:10896211-1791486000-1791495000@explorewaterloo.ca
SUMMARY:Lavender Fizz Comedy Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Lavender Fizz – A 2SLGBTQIA+\, Women & Non-binary Comedy Open Mic hosted by local stand-up comic Sarah Thompson! – Interested in stepping up to the mic? Sign-up starts at 6:45 pm and is first-come\, first-served. – Each performer will get 5 mins (possibly more if time allows). – This is a safe space for all performance experience levels\, so please no heckling (unless invited by a performer during their set). – Allies welcome as audience members. – Doors open at 6:30 pm. – No tickets\, pay what you can.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/lavender-fizz-comedy-open-mic/
LOCATION:TWB Co-operative Brewing\, 300 Mill St\, Unit 1\, Kitchener\, ON\, Kitchener\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261008T213000
DTSTAMP:20261002T070130Z
CREATED:20261002T070129Z
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UID:10896212-1791486000-1791495000@explorewaterloo.ca
SUMMARY:Musical Bingo – Best of 2010s
DESCRIPTION:With technology making it easier than ever to create\, distribute\, and listen to music\, this decade was a game-changer. This week\, we’re diving into the hits that defined the 2010s! 🎧🔥 We start seating at 6:00pm\, and the games kick off at 7:00pm! 🕖🎉 Don’t miss out—call 519-740-9900 to reserve your spot! (Remember\, we can only hold reservations until 6:30pm ⏰) Enjoy great tunes\, delicious food\, and our irresistible Craft Cocktails! 🍹🍔🎉 Please note this event is on the second floor\, accessible via stairs only 
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/musical-bingo-best-of-2010s/
LOCATION:EVO Kitchen & Bar\, 31 Water Street S.\, Cambridge\, ON\, N1S 3C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event,Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T000000
DTSTAMP:20261002T070021Z
CREATED:20261002T070021Z
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UID:10896540-1791504000-1791504000@explorewaterloo.ca
SUMMARY:Next In Fibre: Fibreworks 2026
DESCRIPTION:The featured artworks reflect a wide range of material and conceptual concerns shaping contemporary artistic practice. Artists draw on the historical and cultural labour embedded in textiles to imagine Black and Métis futures\, explore fibre as an everyday material that can serve as a conduit for activism and poetry\, and experiment with the integration of photography and realism into fibre-based forms.   This exhibition was juried by Suzanne Carte (Artistic Director\, Art Gallery of Burlington) and Maria Hupfield (Artist; Assistant Professor\, University of Toronto) with Cambridge Art Galleries staff.  Featured Artists AJA Louden · Ava Katz · Christy Kunitzky · Eva Kolcze · Ioana Dragomir · Margaret Firlotte · Maria-Margaretta Cabana Boucher · Négar Devine-Tajgardan · Sky Weir · Tara Lynn MacDougall
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/next-in-fibre-fibreworks-2026/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:Cambridge Public Library\, Queen’s Square\, 1 North Square\, Cambridge\, ON\, N1S 2K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance,Ongoing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T235959
DTSTAMP:20261002T070131Z
CREATED:20261002T070130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T070131Z
UID:10896213-1791504000-1791590399@explorewaterloo.ca
SUMMARY:Kitchener Waterloo Oktoberfest - Willkommen Platz
DESCRIPTION:Join us Friday\, October 9th\, Saturday\, October 10th & Sunday\, October 11th as Downtown Kitchener transforms into a bustling Bavarian village like you’ve never seen it before – outdoors along King Street from Queen Street to Kitchener City Hall! Raise your stein in the Biergarten\, savour authentic German cuisine from one of our food vendors\, shop our local vendor market or sing along in front of the Circle K Main Stage at one of our live performances! K-W Oktoberfest is bringing the spirit of Gemütlichkeit to DTK! Dates: Friday\, October 9 to Sunday\, October 11\, 2026Location: Carl Zehr Square (200 King Street West\, Kitchener) & along King Street from Queen Street to Kitchener City HallAll events in the Willkommen Platz have FREE entry! Event is outdoors. Please dress accordingly. Biergarten & Main Stage Stage Hours:Friday\, October 9 – 11am – 10pm (Official Keg Tapping Ceremony 12pm to 1pm\, pre-show ceremony at 11:30am!)Saturday\, October 10 – 11am – 10pmSunday\, October 11  – 11am – 7pm*entry into the Willkommen Platz Biergarten is FREE Friday\, Saturday & Sunday for ALL ages! Biergarten is Family & Dog Friendly! King Street Outdoor Vendor Market Hours:Friday\, October 9 – 11am – 7pmSaturday\, October 10 – 11am – 7pmSunday\, October 11  – 11am – 7pm Kitchener City Hall Indoor Vendor Market Hours:Friday\, October 9 – 11am – 5pmSaturday\, October 10 – 11am – 5pmSunday\, October 11  – 11am – 5pm
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/kitchener-waterloo-oktoberfest-willkommen-platz/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:Downtown Kitchener\, 200 King Street West\, Kitchener\, ON\, N2G 4G7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance,Event,Family Friendly,Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T100100
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T140000
DTSTAMP:20261002T070024Z
CREATED:20261002T070023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T070024Z
UID:10896591-1791540060-1791554400@explorewaterloo.ca
SUMMARY:STEM Starts Here: Celebrating Waterloo Innovators
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the City of Waterloo Museum and Conestoga Mall\, this free\, one-day-only drop-in event brings science\, math\, and technology to life. Tied to the museum’s exhibition Iron Willed: Women in STEM\, STEM Starts Here showcases the incredible innovation happening right in our backyard while inspiring the next generation of problem-solvers.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/stem-starts-here-celebrating-waterloo-innovators/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:Conestoga Mall\, 550 King Street North\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Waterloo Museum":MAILTO:museum@waterloo.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T190000
DTSTAMP:20261002T070132Z
CREATED:20261002T070132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T070132Z
UID:10896214-1791561600-1791572400@explorewaterloo.ca
SUMMARY:Fruit Tasting Extravaganza!
DESCRIPTION:Our event offers a fun day out for adults and kids alike. Come by and say hello! Participate in interactive tasting stations and discover new fruits you may not have tried before\, like the infamous Paw Paw!   Attend hands-on cider-pressing demonstrations done the old-fashioned way.  Enjoy fruit-infused beverages and a few\, fruit-inspired treats. Some of our previous vendors have included Huckleberry Hives (local honey\, beeswax candles & more)\, fresh local vegetables along with Wayne and Rosanna’s greenhouse succulents & plants. Whether you’re a fruit aficionado or just looking for a fresh\, fun outing\, there’s something for everyone! Bring your friends\, family\, and your appetite—we can’t wait to share this flavorful journey with you. We hope to see you there for a day filled with delicious discoveries! If you have any questions\, please send us an email\, or give us a call at 519-804-6060 More details to follow closer to the event! Note: this is a free event\, but please support our hard-working vendors.  
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/fruit-tasting-extravaganza/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:Silver Creek Nursery\, 2343 Gerber Rd.\, Wellesley\, ON\, N0B 2T0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T210000
DTSTAMP:20261002T070018Z
CREATED:20261002T070017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T070018Z
UID:10896456-1791568800-1791579600@explorewaterloo.ca
SUMMARY:Waterloo Tech Mixer and Social (Tech / AI / Data / IT) ✨
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a seasoned tech veteran or just starting out\, let’s create the ideal afterwork place to meet and chill with other workers in tech – find that new job\, expand your network\, share ideas\, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the industry. Let’s inspire\, innovate\, and shape the future of technology in Waterloo!Tech\, AI\, Data\, IT\, and more ~Event Details💰 Cost: $5 (Online only\, no tickets at door) Link to Website🍺🥃 Afterwork drinks and social📍 White Rabbit (Inside\, or ask for Tech Social) – 47 King St N🕕 6:00pm onwards every FridayOr RSVP on the website for our Discord / WhatsApp communities\, and to see who else is going and what their backgrounds/seniority/interests are:🔗 Link to WebsiteIf you cannot find us\, ask staff about Social Meetup\, or find a table\, snap a photo and ask in the WhatsApp community above.Who Should Attend?Perfect for Waterloo tech professionals including:Software Developers & Engineers (Python\, JavaScript\, Java\, C++\, React\, Node.js)Data Scientists & Analysts (Machine Learning\, AI\, Data Visualization\, SQL)Cybersecurity Professionals (InfoSec\, Ethical Hacking\, Cloud Security)Product Managers & Tech EntrepreneursStudents & Tech Graduates looking to break into techCareer Changers entering tech industryRemote Workers & Digital Nomads in WaterlooStartup Employees & EntrepreneursDigital Marketing & Product ProfessionalsSenior Engineers looking to mentor and network What You’ll Experience🤝 Network with Waterloo tech community💼 Job opportunities and referrals from peers🚀 Career acceleration through peer networking🎯 Skill sharing and tech discussions🧠 Knowledge sharing on latest tech trends🎉 Social activities and games🧠 Learn from peers about real-world challenges🚀 Collaborate on projects and ideas🎯 Mentorship connections (both ways!)🍻 Fun\, casual atmosphere – no matter your seniority level Event GuidelinesSupport the venue by purchasing drinks/food (no outside items allowed)Maintain appropriate behavior and respect for all attendeesBring physical ID if required by venue (call ahead to confirm)Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with the venue\, we just use the space. So don’t call the venue asking about our events.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/waterloo-tech-mixer-and-social-tech-ai-data-it-%e2%9c%a8/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:McCabe’s Irish Pub & Grill\, 44 King St S\, Waterloo\, ON\, N2J 1N8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T210000
DTSTAMP:20261002T070133Z
CREATED:20261002T070133Z
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UID:10896215-1791568800-1791579600@explorewaterloo.ca
SUMMARY:Needle Felted Ghost Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come stab some wool until it turns into an adorable little ghost! Join us at The Paint Riot in Cambridge for a 3-hour beginner-friendly needle felting workshop where you’ll learn both 2D and 3D needle felting techniques while creating your own cozy ghost portrait.Never needle felted before? Perfect. No artistic experience is required. We’ll provide all the supplies\, walk you through the process and help you along the way. You’ll leave with your finished ghost and the knowledge that repeatedly stabbing wool is surprisingly therapeutic. Your ticket includes all necessary supplies\, guided instruction\, fresh popcorn\, coffee\, tea\, water and Italian soda. Friday\, October 9\, 20266:00–9:00 p.m.$44.99 per personRecommended for ages 12+Space is limited and advance registration is required.
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/needle-felted-ghost-workshop/
LOCATION:The Paint Riot\, 8 Oxford St.\, Cambridge\, ON\, N1R 1M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance,Event,Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amy O'Brien-Gulka":MAILTO:info@thepaintriot.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T203000
DTSTAMP:20261002T070033Z
CREATED:20261002T070032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T070033Z
UID:10896615-1791570600-1791577800@explorewaterloo.ca
SUMMARY:"The Dark Side of Galt" Evening Walking Tours at McDougall Cottage
DESCRIPTION:Put on your walking shoes and join us for an unforgettable stroll through the past as we uncover the chilling tales that shape Galt’s dark history. From devastating disasters and notorious murders to lingering legends of hauntings\, this guided walk explores the city’s shadowy side. The walking tours leave the Cottage promptly at 6:30 and 7:00 PM and run for approximately 90 minutes (ending back at the Cottage). New this year! The 7:00 pm walk on October 2\, 2026 (only) is dog-friendly\, so feel free to bring your four-legged companion along! Please note that owners are responsible for the care and control of their dogs at all times. Any aggressive or overly disruptive behaviour may result in being asked to leave the tour. Dogs are not permitted inside the Cottage. The tours may include hills\, stairs and uneven terrain. Participants are advised to dress for the weather Phones are recommended\, but not required\, to access additional information on the sites we’ll be visiting. No washroom facilities available during the walk. Due to the subject matter of this walk it is suitable for ages 14+. Cost: $24.95 + HST. Tickets are also available for in-person purchase during the Cottage’s hours of operation. Tickets are non-refundable.Pre-registration is required and space is limited\, so register early!
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/the-dark-side-of-galt-evening-walking-tours-at-mcdougall-cottage/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:McDougall Cottage Historic Site\, 89 Grand Ave. S\, Cambridge\, ON\, N1S 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event,Holiday Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T210000
DTSTAMP:20261002T070135Z
CREATED:20261002T070135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T070135Z
UID:10896217-1791572400-1791579600@explorewaterloo.ca
SUMMARY:Hops & High Notes: Opera at the Brewery
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a captivating evening of opera and musical theatre favourites performed by incredible local talent in a laid-back setting. Entry is pay-what-you-can\, with proceeds supporting GRO’s upcoming Operatic Spooktacular\, happening October 30th\, 31st & November 1st at The Registry Theatre
URL:https://explorewaterloo.ca/event/hops-high-notes-opera-at-the-brewery/
LOCATION:TWB Co-operative Brewing\, 300 Mill St\, Unit 1\, Kitchener\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts, Culture, Heritage & Live Performance
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