Event Listings
Current Event Listings
October 2026
Oct
23
23
October
2026
University of Waterloo, East Campus 5, Room 1111 (305 Phillip St. S),
Phillip St. S
Waterloo, ON
Phillip St. S
Waterloo, ON
Join us for "Rite of Passage" event if you are first-time voters or a community member wanting to learn more about the upcoming 2026 municipal election in Waterloo Region. What to expect: Meet some election candidates Connect and mingle Question and answers on election everything Register using this link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/voting-for-the-1st-time-tickets-2002180144710?aff=oddtdtcreator...
Past Events
October 2026
Oct
02
02
October
2026
University of Waterloo, East Campus 5, Room 1111 (305 Phillip St. S),
Phillip St. S
Waterloo, ON
Phillip St. S
Waterloo, ON
Join us on Friday, October 2, 2026 for our Guest Speaker Series featuring Colleen James and Maedith Radlein. We encourage all members of the community to be part of this engaging conversation. Don’t miss it!
September 2026
Sep
04
04
September
2026
University of Waterloo, East Campus 5, Room 1111 (305 Phillip St. S),
Phillip St. S
Waterloo, ON
Phillip St. S
Waterloo, ON
Join us on Friday, September 4, 2026, for our Guest Speaker Series featuring the one and only Hans Roach. We encourage all members of the community to be part of this engaging conversation. Don’t miss it!
August 2026
Aug
13
13
August
2026
200 Christopher Dr, Cambridge,
200 Christopher Dr
Cambridge,
200 Christopher Dr
Cambridge,
Join Kinbridge Community Association for the Community Employment & Resource Fair, a free event connecting job seekers with local employers and valuable community resources. Whether you're a newcomer looking for employment, a youth exploring career opportunities, or an employer seeking talented candidates, this event offers a great opportunity to network,...
Aug
07
07
August
2026
University of Waterloo, East Campus 5, Room 1111 (305 Phillip St. S),
Phillip St. S
Waterloo, ON
Phillip St. S
Waterloo, ON
Join us on Friday, August 7, 2026 for our Guest Speaker Series featuring the one and only Marjorie-Ann Knight. We encourage all members of the community to be part of this engaging conversation. Don’t miss it!
July 2026
Jul
22
22
July
2026
TriSisters Art House, 1370 King Street North, St. Jacobs,
1370 King Street North
St. Jacobs, Ontario
1370 King Street North
St. Jacobs, Ontario
Join Hearts Open for Everyone for Unveiling the Legacy: The Story of the Queen's Bush Settlement. This engaging evening will explore the rich history of the Queen's Bush Settlement through inspiring stories, music, and conversation. Hear from knowledgeable speakers as they share the courage, resilience, and lasting contributions of the...
Jul
18
18
July
2026
Carl Zehr Square,
200 King Street West
Kitchener, Ontario
200 King Street West
Kitchener, Ontario
Join AfroVibes The Festival for the return of it's annual festival 2026 —bigger, bolder, and full of culture, music, and community. AfroVibes brings people together to celebrate African and diaspora culture through music, food, art, and connection. What started as a vision has grown into a major cultural event that...
Jul
18
18
July
2026
Waterloo Park (Westmount Entrance),
Join the African Women’s Alliance of Waterloo Region for a vibrant celebration of African heritage. Families, friends, and communities will come together for a day of joy, culture, and connection. Enjoy African music, delicious food, colorful fashion, and exciting dance performances. Guests of all ages are welcome to take part...
Jul
17
17
July
2026
KWFamous Creative Cafe,
741 King Street West
Kitchener, ON
741 King Street West
Kitchener, ON
Join Afro Vibes for Building the Creative Economy, an inspiring panel discussion designed for creatives, entrepreneurs, professionals, and community members interested in the future of the creative industry. As part of AfroVibes Week, this event brings together industry leaders and creative professionals to share insights on career growth, entrepreneurship, networking,...
Jul
10
10
July
2026
University of Waterloo, East Campus 5, Room 1111 (305 Phillip St. S),
Phillip St. S
Waterloo, ON
Phillip St. S
Waterloo, ON
Join us on Friday, July 10, 2026 for our Guest Speaker Series featuring the one and only Khadijah Haliru. We encourage all members of the community to be part of this engaging conversation. Don’t miss it!
Jul
06
06
July
2026
Heritage Hall, 83 Essex Street, Guelph.,
Heritage Hall, 83 Essex Street, Guelph
Heritage Hall, 83 Essex Street, Guelph
Join the Guelph Black Heritage Society for Dream Makers Summer Camp, a fun and supportive summer program designed for children to learn, grow, and connect. This camp offers hands-on activities that build creativity, confidence, and leadership skills through teamwork and play. It is a welcoming space where campers can explore...
June 2026
Jun
27
27
June
2026
Victoria Park Pavilion, Kitchener,
80 Schneider Ave
Kitchener, ON
80 Schneider Ave
Kitchener, ON
Join the City of Kitchener in collaboration with Young Eye International for an interactive youth engagement event designed to help shape the future of Kitchener. Youth ages 14–24 are invited to share their ideas, connect with other young leaders, and take part in creative discussions about how Kitchener can be...
Jun
20
20
June
2026
Heritage Hall, 83 Essex Street, Guelph.,
Heritage Hall, 83 Essex Street, Guelph
Heritage Hall, 83 Essex Street, Guelph
Join the Guelph Black Heritage Society for the Heritage Hall Juneteenth Festival Block Party. This community event celebrates Black freedom, expression, and oral storytelling. It is a space to honour history, culture, and resilience through music, art, and shared experiences. Enjoy live music, a DJ set, a community choir performance,...
Jun
20
20
June
2026
Victoria Park, Kitchener,
32 Dill St
Kitchener, Ontario Canada
32 Dill St
Kitchener, Ontario Canada
The 59th Annual Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Festival returns on June 20–21, 2026, at Victoria Park! Experience a vibrant celebration of cultures from around the world with delicious international cuisine, live music and dance performances, cultural exhibits, artisan vendors, and family-friendly activities. Bring your friends and family to enjoy a weekend filled...
Jun
13
13
June
2026
Wooden boat, 20 Hurst Ave. Unit #1,
20 Hurst Ave. Unit #1
Kitchener, ON
20 Hurst Ave. Unit #1
Kitchener, ON
Join the Caribbean Canadian Association of Waterloo Region for a delicious Caribbean Pop-Up Lunch at the Wooden Boat in Kitchener. Your taste buds are about to travel with a menu full of bold Caribbean flavors and community spirit. Guests can enjoy jerk chicken, curry dishes, plantains, and more on Saturday,...
Jun
11
11
June
2026
Victoria Park Pavilion, Kitchener,
80 Schneider Ave
Kitchener, ON
80 Schneider Ave
Kitchener, ON
Join the Grand River Friendship Society for the United in Voices: Intercultural Dialogue Festival, a celebration of culture, dialogue, music, and community connection. This community event brings people together to promote inclusion, understanding, and cultural exchange. It features live multicultural music, performances, youth-led dialogue, art, storytelling, and community organization booths....
Jun
06
06
June
2026
SDG Idea Factory / 2 King St W,
2 King Street West
2 King Street West
Join Kind Minds Family Wellness for their UMOJA: African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) Neurodiverse Community Program Saturday June 6, 2026. UMOJA is a community-focused event that fosters connection, belonging, and culturally grounded support for neurodivergent African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) individuals and their families. Through shared experiences, meaningful conversations, and...
Jun
06
06
June
2026
65 Hanson Ave, Kitchener, ON,
Join the Centre for Mutual Wellbeing for the 5th Annual Snapshot of Hate Report Launch & London Family Memorial, a community event focused on Standing Together Against Hate. Learn about local hate trends in Waterloo Region, engage in meaningful conversations, and explore ways to build a safer, more inclusive community...
Jun
05
05
June
2026
University of Waterloo, East Campus 5, Room 1111 (305 Phillip St. S),
Phillip St. S
Waterloo, ON
Phillip St. S
Waterloo, ON
Join us on Friday, June 5, 2026 for our Guest Speaker Series featuring the one and only Meena Waseem. We encourage all members of the community to be part of this engaging conversation. Don't miss it!
May 2026
May
31
31
May
2026
65 Hanson Ave, Kitchener, ON,
Join the Eritrean Islamic Community and register your child for an enriching experience filled with learning, friendship, creativity, and wellness. This weekly program (every Sunday from 2-4pm), offers a variety of engaging activities designed to support children's social, emotional, and personal development. Through games, crafts, wellness-focused activities, and interactive learning experiences,...
May
22
22
May
2026
University of Waterloo, East Campus 5, Room 1111 (305 Phillip St.),
Phillip St.
Waterloo, Ontario
Phillip St.
Waterloo, Ontario
Join the Pan-African Initiative for Research (PAIR) for The Speculative Collection: Sankofa Edition, a special community screening event featuring Beyoncé’s Black is King (TV-14). This event is part of Friday After 5 and is hosted at the Innovation Hub (LIBH) in partnership with the Office of EDI-R. Guests will enjoy...
May
18
18
May
2026
SDG Idea Factory / 2 King St W,
2 King Street West
2 King Street West
Join the Caribbean Canadian Association of Waterloo Region for the Founders Circle Series, a program created to support entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. This exciting series includes 5 sessions led by 5 expert presenters. It is designed for people who are starting a business, growing a brand, or...
May
15
15
May
2026
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church,
54 Queen St N
Kitchener, Ontario
54 Queen St N
Kitchener, Ontario
Join Kind Minds Family Wellness this May at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Kitchener for a free community cooking session and the launch of their very first Kitchener edition. Guests are invited to cook, connect, and celebrate culture through food in a welcoming community space. This event is open to...
May
13
13
May
2026
Rohingya Centre of Canada,
226-283 Duke St. W
Kitchener, Ontario
226-283 Duke St. W
Kitchener, Ontario
Join the Rohingya Centre of Canada for an employment support information session in partnership with Starling Community Services. This community event is designed to help individuals learn about available job search supports, employment programs, and helpful community resources. The session is especially focused on supporting members of the Rohingya-speaking community...
May
07
07
May
2026
RIM Park 2001 University Avenue East Waterloo, ON N2K 4K4,
Join Adventure for Change for their Annual Culture Celebration 2026. Come out for an unforgettable evening bringing community members, friends, partners, and supporters together in celebration of culture, connection, and collective growth. This year’s theme, “Rooted and Rising: Grounded in Purpose, Growing Together,” highlights the strength and diversity that make...
May
01
01
May
2026
University of Waterloo, East Campus 5, Room 1111 (305 Phillip St. S),
Phillip St. S
Waterloo, ON
Phillip St. S
Waterloo, ON
Join us on Friday, May 1, 2026, for our Guest Speaker Series featuring the one and only Mike Morrice. We encourage all members of the community to be part of this engaging conversation. Don’t miss it!
