Victoria Park, Kitchener
June 20, 2026 To June 21, 2026
Free
Celebrate the diversity of Waterloo Region through food, music, and culture from around the world! This is a vibrant weekend of performances, connection, and community where everyone… Read more…
Waterloo Park, Waterloo
July 10, 2026 To July 12, 2026
Free
Kultrún is a free outdoor festival celebrating the music of the world. Read more…
Various locations in Kitchener
July 11, 2026 To July 18, 2026
Free and ticketed
AfroVibes Festival is a dynamic cultural event that celebrates and elevates African heritage in Canada. Read more…
Guelph Lake Conservation Area, 7743 Conservation Rd., Guelph
July 17, 2026 To July 19, 2026
Weekend: $159 & UP
Hillside Festival brings together acclaimed and groundbreaking artists for the ultimate musical celebration! Read more…
Waterloo City Centre parking lot, across from Willis Way
July 17, 2026 To July 19, 2026
Free
The Sun Life Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival is an annual 3 day FREE music festival held in Waterloo Ontario, encouraging all genres of jazz. Read more…
Churchill Park, 200 Christopher Drive, Cambridge
July 18, 2026
$22.63 - $27.96
Join us for the annual Cambridge Scottish Festival. Read more…
South Brant Legion Br £90, 72 King St N, Brant
July 23, 2026 To July 25, 2026
$20 to $30
Enjoy live country music and camping. Read more…
Carl Zehr Square at Kitchener City Hall, 200 King Street West, Kitchener
July 24, 2026 To July 25, 2026
Free
Get ready to travel back in time at Wayback Festival! Join us for a day of music, entertainment and fun. Read more…
191 Saint Andrew Street West, Fergus
July 25, 2026
FREE
Join us for a free, family-oriented day of medieval fun & merriment. Read more…
Marden Park, 7368 Wellington County Road 30, Guelph
August 1, 2026 To August 3, 2026
$12 - $20, depending on age
Come visit the pirate village of Dry Bluffs – a glorious day out for the whole family. Read more…
Various Venues, Kitchener
August 6, 2026 To August 9, 2026
519-571-2555
Free & Ticketed
With over thirty-five acts to see, Kitchener Blues Festival is one of the largest blues festivals in Canada. See international blues acts and local talent. Read more…
Lions Harbour Park, Goderich
August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026
$24.86 to $50.85
Bourque Émissaires, Brian Taheny, Caroline Keane & Tom Delany with Alison Crossey, Huron Harp School, Jess & Richard Arrowsmith, Kavaz, Kim & Travis Teed, Maggie’s Wake, Matt… Read more…
Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex, 550 Belsyde Ave E, Fergus
August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026
5197870099
Weekend $80 - $90
The Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games is an annual three-day event that celebrates local Scottish heritage and features world-renowned talent and entertainment in the beautiful town… Read more…
251 Jacob St, New Hamburg
August 15, 2026 To August 16, 2026
$20
Moparfest ia Canada’s Largest all Mopar Car Show. Read more…
Located behind Waterloo City Hall at 100 Regina Street South and William Street East
August 27, 2026 To August 30, 2026
Free; Tips to artists appreciated
The Waterloo Busker Carnival is fun for the whole family with something for all ages. Read more…
Whistling Gardens, 698 Concession 3 Townsend, Wilsonville
August 28, 2026 To September 26, 2026
$20 to $32.50 + taxes and fees
Festival of Fountains – The Night Gardens introduces guests to a highly visual immersive visitor experience to indulge all your senses! This interpretive storytelling experience of music,… Read more…
Victoria Park, 32 Dill St, Kitchener
September 5, 2026
Free
Encore your summer with this unforgettable free concert! There’s no better way to wrap up the season than a day filled with sunshine, laughter, and live music.… Read more…
Downtown Fergus, Ontario
September 11, 2026 To September 12, 2026
Free
Downtown Fergus will be transformed into a Victorian steampunk festival extravaganza. Read more…
Waterloo Park West, Westmount Rd Entrance, Waterloo
September 19, 2026
TBA
The Royal Medieval Faire brings the magical Kingdom of Mearth alive in Waterloo Park! Read more…
Gibson Park, 17 First St. W., Elmira
September 19, 2026
Free
Join us as we celebrate the first-ever Multicultural Festival of Elmira on September 21st at Gibson Park (Kate’s Place). Read more…
Various locations in Kitchener
September 25, 2026 To October 17, 2026
Free and ticketed
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is Canada’s Greatest Bavarian Festival celebrating over 50 years of great local tradition. Read more…
Dickson Park, 30 Parkhill Rd W, Cambridge
September 25, 2026 To September 26, 2026
Two Day Pass $12.35 - $154.54
Spread over two days in the historic core of Cambridge, Ontario, F2F is a delight for the senses – packed with local vendors, food trucks and some… Read more…
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