Kitchener 
Events Description
Join us for live performances, local artists, food trucks and an LED drone show at our annual July 1 community picnic.
- → Wednesday, July 1
- → 4 to 10 p.m.
- → Waterloo Park, Hilltop Picnic Area
- → Free and family-friendly
All day programming
Main stage performances
Enjoy live music and performances from talented local artists throughout the afternoon.
Food trucks
Treat yourself to a variety of tasty eats and refreshing drinks from local food trucks.
Featured vendors: BeaverTails, Berlin 95, Cafe du Monde Crêperie, Fo Cheezy, Hissing Goose Coffee Roasters, Heavenly Dreams Ice Cream, Kono Pizza, Pablas Street Food of India, Philly and Wings, The Lord of the Tacos
Giant games
Head to the lower soccer field with friends and family to play a variety of life-sized outdoor games by Spiniko— perfect for all ages.
- Featured games: Buzz Wall, Chess, Connect 4, Cornhole, Dunk Tank, Hockey, Tic-Tac-Toe, Volley Pong, 8 Ball Pool
Caricature drawings
Take home a fun keepsake with a free caricature drawing by local artist, Aoe Girard!
4 to 9 p.m.
Art market
Discover unique pieces and handmade goods from local artists and support the creative talent from your community.
Featured artists: Arcasian, Azuki Arts, Barb Thomas Pottery, Corkum Cove Collection, Daisy and Pinecone Collection, DREY Natural & Evolution, KW Roving Bookstore, Olena Chorna Fine Arts, Papercrafti, Lover of the Light! Gifts From Around the World!, Rock My Soul, ROLA, SamArtisan, Thundersnow Clay & Cards, Too Old Too Cold Oddities, Unbroken Bunny, Vintage Acorn, Witch Hazel Art, W.studio, Yuli Jewelry Designs
4 to 9 p.m.
Community fair
Connect with local non-profits from across the Waterloo Region and learn more about what’s happening in your community and how to get involved.
Featured groups coming soon.
10 p.m.
Drone show
Look up and watch an LED drone light up the sky for a one-of-a-kind performance by North Star Drone Shows.
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Drone | 10:00 PM
Venue:
Waterloo Park, Hilltop Picnic Area
Getting here and parking
Best ways to get to Waterloo Park:
- walk, bike or roll
- take public transit – check Grand River Transit for routes and schedules
- use nearby parking lots – check our parking map
There is NO parking available at the event, and the Westmount Road park entrance will be closed to public vehicles on July 1.
More to Do:
This Weekend in and Around Kitchener-Waterloo Region
Canada Day Long Weekend in Kitchener-Waterloo Region
