This year, the holidays may take on a bit of a different look without the usual event gatherings. However, thanks to this region’s innovative spirit, the Holidays 2020 will have lots of safe and creative ways for you and your family to get your jingle on!
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EAT, ENGAGE, AND EXPERIENCE ST. JACOBS! Home to Oktoberfest – the largest Bavarian festival outside Germany, Christkindl Market – one …
Lightspeed – When the pandemic hit communities globally in the spring of 2020 and tourism came to a screeching halt, EcoCafe founder and owner Edward Denyer had to think fast. He started getting creative, rethinking methodology, adopting new technologies and redesigning the cafe space.
Thanks to talented local artists, St. Jacobs has even more reasons for people to visit. Bursts of eye-catching colours have sprouted on the Village’s interior and exterior walls. There are several urban art pieces to keep an eye out for when visiting St. Jacobs.
justonepassport.com – Everybody needs a mini staycation every once in awhile, so when the opportunity arose to visit St. Jacobs during St. Jacobs Sparkles and to spend the night at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites, naturally I jumped at the opportunity.
Even as the weather begins to cool, there are still plenty of opportunities to enjoy dining al fresco
thanks to several heated patios in the Waterloo Region!
FamilyFunCanada.com – If you live with food intolerances, you will know how hard it can be to eat out. But that is changing fast. On a recent 2-day getaway to the three cities of Waterloo Region—Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge—I discovered a host of great food outlets that cater to intolerances.
CTV News Kitchener – With public health limitations set on dining indoors, some restaurants around Waterloo Region are finding new ways to keep patio season going past its usual end date.
Get in touch with your inner Norsk during this Waterloo Region fall. Bundle up and embrace a date-night “friluftsliv” – a word that loosely translates to “living the outdoor life.” And why not expand your date night to include a staycation getaway at a local hotel.
OurWindsor.ca – In the early 19th century, Old Order Mennonites from Pennsylvania purchased the land that became St. Jacobs. The village is now packed with shops and studios peddling artisanal wares of every description.
Cycling enthusuast Joe Meissner set off with his wife and three children on what they called their “urban bikepacking adventure”. The route took them through several area trails that were also close to many local amenities. Here is how their 3-day adventure in Waterloo Region went.
Summertime and the grillin’ is easy. Here’s a collection of just a few Waterloo Region burgers for you to check out over the summer months! (Note: in virtually all locations where they serve hamburgers, there is some sort of vegetarian or vegan offering as well.)
The Labour Day Weekend is full of fun things to see and do in Waterloo Region, so grab your mask and get ready to have some fun!
Narcity’s list of 19 Toronto road trip-worthy destinations for BFF’s includes a stop in St. Jacobs! If you’ve been craving a bit of adventure, call up your bestie and start planning your next getaway to one of these dreamy spots. No need to refill the gas tank to get to these places!
Farmers’ markets are abundant in Waterloo Region, and are almost as plentiful as the vegetables, fruits and other products that fill their vendor’s stands! They’re a great way to take home fresh produce, and an even better way to meet the people responsible for growing your food.
We’ve all spent enough time indoors, so now it’s time to head outside and find ways to enjoy what this region has to offer – with some stops built in to help you beat the heat!
Need some inspiration? Here are 3 ways to help you keep your cool on your next outdoor adventure!
Get ready for Civic Holiday Long Weekend fun with family and friends in Waterloo Region! No need to go far – hit the trails, visit an attraction, or enjoy a patio.
Cold brew coffee came along in some magnitude several years ago, and it’s widely available in both chain stores and independent coffee houses. The process is a pretty simple: the result is a caffeinated beverage with a different flavour profile than hot-brewed coffee.
White Wolf & Friends owner Angus Burns produces original wildlife paintings on wood and moose antler carvings. He’s part of the Community of Creators you’ll discover at the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market.
Botanical Propaganda at the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market makes small batch, all natural bath and body products. Ingredients are sourced locally, do not contain toxins, have not been tested on animals, and are vegan. Many products are package-free and sustainability is paramount.
Wondering what’s happening in Waterloo Region this Family Day? Here are 29 ideas that will have your gang playing together all weekend long (or, all Long Weekend!). Have fun – and here’s to Families!!
After the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it’s no wonder most of us begin the New Year looking for ways to slow down and relax.
Eco Refillary, located in the Market Tent at the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market, features eco-friendly products and refillable bottles. Owner Katrina Wood is just one of the many makers you’ll meet within the Market’s community of creators.
