New Year’s Eve in Waterloo Region
Get ready to ring in the New Year in Waterloo Region! Each of our cities plays host to a full line up of New Year’s Eve events for the entire family to enjoy!
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Get out and explore this May Long Weekend!
Victoria Day long weekend marks the unofficial start to summer for most people, and it’s a great time to get out and celebrate in Waterloo Region! There are lots of events happening indoors and out. Whether you’re looking to be active, or to kick back and relax, here are some suggestions.
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DISCOVER DOWNTOWN KITCHENER’S ART WALK
by Tara McAndrew | UPDATED JULY 2022 Downtown Kitchener is in the middle of a major
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Kitchener Market Launches Online Store
CTV News Kitchener – The Kitchener Market has opened an online store to help residents support local businesses from the comfort of their homes. The online store launched Monday and offers more than 500 products, including meats, cheeses and fresh produce.
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Maclean’s features Waterloo Region artists Luke Swinson and Alanah Jewell
Maclean’s – On Gaukel Street in Kitchener, a black bear greets pedestrians with watery and speculative eyes. Makade Makwa. These animals are brought to life by illustrator and muralist Luke Swinson, a Kitchener resident and member of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation.
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DISCOVER DOWNTOWN KITCHENER’S NEW ART WALK
The artistic heart of Downtown Kitchener remains steady and is shining brighter than ever thanks to some new additions to Downtown Kitchener’s Art Walk. This self-guided walk is a collaboration between the Downtown Kitchener BIA, and the Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery.
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Kitchener allowing patios ‘as long as possible’ as winter approaches
Cbc.ca – The City of Kitchener is extending its patio program until the end of the year, and plans to allow restaurants and bars to serve patrons outdoors “as long as possible.”
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New walking tour company is putting the spotlight on walking, and learning more about our community
KitchenerToday.com – Stroll Walking Tours features walking tours that look at local history, public art and area architecture. Juanita Metzger is the owner of Stroll and says “there’s a bit of a pent-up demand to do interesting things in the community” when we aren’t able to travel as much.
“UNZIPPED” Coming to THEMUSEUM
A Journal of Musical Things – Mick, Keith and the rest of the Rolling Stones will be dancing in the streets all the way to THEMUSEUM in Kitchener next fall. THEMUSEUM will be hosting UNZIPPED, a unique immersive experience into the storied history of one of rock’s best and most enduring bands.
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Kitchener Ribfest announces unique twist in light of COVID-19 pandemic
CTV News Kitchener – This year’s Kitchener Ribfest will look a little bit different than in years past. The 2020 KW Ribfest is going ahead this year as a drive-thru at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium.
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How to spend 36 Hours in Kitchener-Waterloo this summer
blogTO August 3, 2020 – Kitchener-Waterloo has all the makings of a lovely socially-distanced weekend getaway. While Kitchener-Waterloo might be known as a tech-hub, home to the offices of Google, it’s also filled with some great outdoor gems ready for exploring.
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TD Kitchener Blues Festival presents The KBF True Blue Summer Series!
TD Kitchener Blues Festival Aug. 6, 2020 – The KBF True Blue Summer Series will take place August 28-30, 2020 at a number of restaurants throughout Kitchener. All shows will be free to attend, with some shows being live-streamed.
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Timely exhibition of Indigenous art at Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery
Waterloo Chronicle July 17, 2020 – ‘Soundings,’ at the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery, amplifies voices often pushed to the margins. Indigenous land and territory are at the heart of Tania Willard’s works, which includes musical scores in the form of drawings, beadwork, video and sound.
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Kitchener bike tour highlights Indigenous historical sites
Posted on KitchenerToday June 26, 2020 – A self-guided bike tour is highlighting important Indigenous sites around Waterloo Region.
It’s been put together by the Kitchener Public Library and ARA Archaeology.
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7 Magical Events That Make Kitchener-Waterloo A Must-Visit This Winter
Narcity Nov. 15, 2019 – Winter in Ontario is truly magical. And Kitchener-Waterloo is no exception either. From festive holiday events to beautiful sights and sounds, there are so many things to do in Waterloo this winter that will make this your best season yet.
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11 Sustainable Reasons To Love The Walper Hotel in Kitchener
People love The Walper Hotel for many reasons – here’s 13 more! The Walper has made a conscious decision to support environmentally green initiatives. Find out about some of the sustainability actions that are helping The Walper reduce its environmental footprint in Waterloo Region.
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THEMUSEUM’s PickleFest is a Big Dill!
Narcity Oct. 22, 2019 – This annual event takes place in downtown Kitchener at THEMUSEUM on Friday, November 15, 2019. You’ll be able to take part in tastings and activities that pay tribute to our favourite pickled veggie.
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9 Meals in a Bowl to Try in Waterloo Region
The thing about a meal in a bowl is that it suddenly becomes comfort food, no matter what the ingredients. Whether conventional proteins and vegetables or straight-up vegetarian or vegan, these dishes pack flavour punch and healthy nutrients in a quaint concave vessel.
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Spectrum Exhibit boosts Attendance at THEMUSEUM
Posted August 27, 2019 on kitchenertoday.com – Despite the seemingly never-ending ION construction in downtown Kitchener, THEMUSEUM saw 89,000 visitors during their fiscal year which ended in June, making 2019 their second busiest year since opening.
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Oh Canada! Celebrate Canada Day in Waterloo Region 2019
Canada is set to celebrate its 152nd birthday on July 1st, and you’re invited to the party! There’s a lot happening in Waterloo Region on Canada Day: from live performances and family fun to fireworks, here’s where you’ll find the celebrations happening as you #ExploreWR!
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Pop-up shop Project 220 to fill empty storefront at Kitchener City Hall
Posted June 3, 2019 on Cbc.ca The Summer Lights Festival will be the first tenant at a new pop-up space in Carl Zehr Square. The space, which was until recently home to Open Sesame, is at 220 King St. W. in front of Kitchener city hall.
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Refreshed Walper Hotel a symbol of downtown Kitchener’s resurgence
Globe and Mail April 23rd, 2019 The Walper’s pledge of personal service is combined with 92 unique rooms to exude a vibe that rivals hip boutique accommodations in San Francisco or New York. It’s the little touches, such as in-room, pour-over coffee service, staff that know your name & modern spaces
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The Walper Hotel is Featured in Canadian Living
The Walper Hotel has been named in Canadian Living’s list of Beautiful Hotels and Inns to Stay At Across Canada.
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Be Inspired by the Walper Hotel
Featured in the Montreal Gazette, designer Karl Lohnes highlights Kitchener’s Walper Hotel as a place to find decor inspiration.
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