Family Day Weekend in Kitchener- Waterloo

Family Day Weekend in Kitchener- Waterloo – February 15 – 18, 2019: A list of activities and events taking place in and around Kitchener- Waterloo region during Family Day Weekend.

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I. Family & Kids Events

Family Fishing Weekend – No license required. Residents and visitors are invited to give fishing a try on water bodies with open fishing seasons (not in national parks). Keep in mind that fishing regulations still apply. – February 16 – 18, 2019 – Details

Breakfast with the Empire – May the Forks be with You

Your favourite space characters invade the Waterloo Region Museum! Enjoy a space-themed breakfast of scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries and pastries. Join us for cosmic science fun and learning. Details

Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM

Waterloo Region Museum, 10 Huron Road, Kitchener

$20/child; $25/adult. HST Extra. 10% Membership Discount Applies.

Meet a Bobcat & Sloth! Little Ray’s Wildlife Festival

Get to know a SLOTH, alligator, armadillo, snakes, lizards, birds of prey and so much more this coming Family Day weekend, February 15th through 18th at Bingemans. Little Ray’s Nature Centre and the Foundation for Animal Rescue and Education to bring this amazing, interactive, educational wildlife festival with brand new exhibits, over 30 live animal displays and incredible shows. Details

February 15 – 18, 2019

Bingemans Conference Centre, 425 Bingemans Centre Dr, Kitchener

Admission is $14.50 a person with children 2 years old and young being free and any additional people after 4 is only $10 a person

Family Day at the Farmers’ Market

Come join us for a winter tradition this Family Day weekend! Homemade Maple Toffee is a great way to enjoy the winter weather and spread some family joy! Details

Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Farmers’ Market, 40 Dickson St, Cambridge

Free

Toys”R”Us Play Day of 2019

Join us for the first Toys”R”Us Play Day of 2019. Play Day is the ultimate family event with fun activities for the whole family! Exciting games, make and takes, giveaways and more! Recommended for kids 3 and up. Details

Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Toys”R”Us stores

Free admission

Bingemans Family Day Carnival

Bring the family to Bingemans for the Family Day Carnival! Enjoy inflatables, rides, food and activities! Details

February 17 – 18, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Bingemans Conference Centre- Ballroom, 425 Bingemans Centre Drive, Kitchener

Advance: Children ages 2 – 11 are $10 each,
adults and children under 2 (with accompanying children ages 2-11) are free.
Door: $15

Play with Clay

‘Play with Clay’ is an open clay studio experience designed for people of all ages and skill levels! Over two Sundays, you make an object out of clay and paint it with our glazes. It gets fired in our kiln and then you pick up your colourful and unique object! You’ll be amazed at what you can create! Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Details

Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 1:00 PM & 2:45 PM

The Clay and Glass, 25 Caroline Street North, Waterloo

$12/participant

Family Day at McDougall Cottage

Join us for some family friendly games, crafts, treats and tours of the Cottage. McDougall’s Family Day Café is offering tasty and traditional samples of Scottish treats. Details

Monday, February 18, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

McDougall Cottage, 89 Grand Ave S, Cambridge

Admission is by cash donation

Family Day at the Johnson Centre

Join us for some family friendly events and an opportunity to meet the 2019 camp staff and learn more about the exciting new programs being offered. Details

Johnson Centre, 31 Kribs Street, Cambridge

Free

Family Day at the Dolson Centre

Join us for a free leisure swim; as well as meet 2019 camp staff and learn about the great new camps we are offering. Deta ils

Monday, February 18, 2019 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Dolson Centre, 212 South Street, Cambridge

Free

Family Day at the Hespeler Arena

Come join us for a free recreational skate at the Hespeler Arena; as well as do some crafts in the in the Beehive hall with our 2019 camp staff. Deta ils

Monday, February 18, 2019 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Crafts in the in the Beehive hall | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Hespeler Arena, 640 Ellis Rd, Cambridge

Free

Family Day at Cambridge Centre for the Arts

Come join us at the Cambridge Arts Centre for a variety of free drop-in activities for children and adults from 1-4pm. Make a family scrapbook, create and taste some delicious fruit kabobs or make an adorable owl out of natural materials such as branches and pine cones.

Enjoy some interactive time with the family while exploring your artistic talents. Also, drop by our Art gallery to view new paintings that are from another world by artist Heidi Hirschmann. Details

Monday, February 18, 2019 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Cambridge Centre for the Arts, 60 Dickson Street Cambridge

Free

Family Day Fun

Bring the family for an interactive building and Scholastic story time inspired by The LEGO Movie 2 and Duplo! Find out what happens when imaginations collide! Plus, take home The LEGO Movie 2 stickers! Details

Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 11:00 AM

Chapters/ Indigo Stores

Free

Family Day at the Farmers’ Market

Come join us for a winter tradition this Family Day weekend! Homemade Maple Toffee is a great way to enjoy the winter weather and spread some family joy! Details

Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Farmers’ Market, 40 Dickson St, Cambridge

Free

Family Day Weekend – A ‘Journey to Space’ Experience!

What better way to spend Family Day weekend than to bring your family to see our new temporary exhibit, Journey to Space, created by the Science Museum of Minnesota. Our exhibit gives a glimpse of the challenges and triumphs of space exploration. Experience what it is like to be on board the International Space Station, discover what is possible and what awaits in orbit and beyond. Details

Saturday – Monday, February 16 – 18, 2019
Saturday and Sunday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Monday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Waterloo Region Museum, 10 Huron Road, Kitchener

Regular admission

Bring on the Sunshine African Festival

Celebrating Africa, culture, community and family with great food, warm hearts and lots of fun activities! Enjoy free workshops, drum circle, great food, vendors, stage performers and more. Details

Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Kitchener City Hall, 200 King st W, Kitchener

Entrance by donation; Free parking

Free Public Skating

Check out the Free Public Skating Schedules at arena facilities across the City of Kitchener. Details

Various dates

Arena facilities across the City of Kitchener

Free

Family Day: Winter Tracking and Storytelling

Spend Family Day at Schneider Haus – there’s lots to do! Enjoy outdoor games and activities that explore tracking and what these skills mean for winter survival and interactions with our animal neighbours. Details

Monday, February 18, 2019| 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Schneider Haus National Historic Site, 466 Queen St S, Kitchener

Regular admission

Family Days @ The Conservatory

Join us during Family Day weekend! Plus – take part in the Hug-a-Bug INSECT PETTING ZOO! Details

Saturday – Monday, February 16 – 18, 2019

Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory, 2500 Kossuth Road, Cambridge

Regular Admission applies

Skating at Cambridge Ice Centre

Looking for a fun way to spend the day with your family? Enjoy FREE public skating sponsored by MP Bryan May and MP Marwan Tabbara for Family Day fun. Details

Monday, February 18, 2019 | 10:40 AM-noon & 2:10 PM – 3:30 PM

Cambridge Ice Centre, 355 Hespeler Rd., Cambridge

Free

WMRC 25th Anniversary – Family Day Schedule

WMRC is 25 years old and we’re having a year-long party. Join us for a special Family Day schedule. Details

Monday, February 18, 2019 | 6:45 AM – 4:00 PM

Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex, 101 Father David Bauer Drive , Waterloo

Regular admission rates apply

Family Day @ City of Kitchener

There are several facilities throughout the community that are ready to provide some free, fun and engaging activities for the whole family to enjoy. Details

Monday, February 18, 2019

Various Venues, Kitchener

Free and ticketed events. Registration may be required.

Family Day Carnival

Straight Goods Entertainment is hosting their 2nd annual kids’ carnival fundraiser on Family Day! Details

Monday, February 18, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Royal Canadian Legion Galt Branch 121, 4 Veterans Way, Cambridge

Family Day Fun in North Dumfries

Once again, we will be open at the North Dumfries Community Complex on Family Day with FREE activities, both on and off the ice, for all ages. There is something for everyone! Details

Monday, February 18, 2019 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

North Dumfries Community Complex, 2958 Greenfield Rd, Ayr, ON

Free, No registration required

Family Day

Celebrate your family with creative activities that kids and kids-at-heart can enjoy together. Create a personalized set of nesting dolls inspired by the members of your own family, and take part in a collaborative community art project! Activities are designed for ages 4-12+ with adult companion. Details

Monday, February 18, 2019 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Victoria Hills Community Centre, 10 Chopin Drive, Kitchener

Free

Ice Fishing Derby

Valens Lake’s annual Ice Fishing Derby returns. Lots of prizes to be won! Prizes will be awarded for the three largest pan fish caught for adults and children. Species are bluegill, crappie and perch. Details

Saturday, February 16, 2019 | Sunrise – 1:00 PM

Valens Lake Conservation Area, 1691 Regional Road 97, Cambridge

Entry into the derby: Adults $25; Children 12 years and under $15

Family Fun Day with Rare!

Come out with your family this holiday Family Day Monday, and enjoy time together while exploring nature at rare! Download our free scavenger hunt from our website to help guide your winter exploration on our trails and be sure to take photos of your discoveries. Details

Monday, February 18, 2019

rare ECO Centre, 768 Blair Road, Cambridge

Free

Family Fun Hack Jam

Join us this Family Day for THEMUSEUM’s 7th Annual Family Day Hack Jam! With activities spanning every floor of the space, you and your family will spend the day tinkering and making, learning about S.T.E.A.M., digital technology, and interactive tech-art. Details

Monday, February 18, 2019 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

THEMUSEUM, 10 King St W, Kitchener

Half price admission for the day- $7

Family Day Weekend Fun at Idea Exchange

Idea Exchange is excited to welcome back families for an entire weekend of free Family Day activities. Details

February 16 – 8, 2019

Various locations of Idea Exchange, Cambridge
Queen’s Square, 1 North Square | Saturday, February 16
Hespeler, 5 Tannery Street East | Saturday, February 16
Preston, 435 King Street East | Saturday, February 16
Old Post Office, 12 Water Street South | Sunday, February 17
Clemens Mill, 50 Saginaw Parkway | Monday, February 18
All Locations Except Clemens Mill will be closed on Family Day Monday, February 18

Free; Some programs require registration.

Other Activities

Cineplex Family Favourites: The House with A Clock in Its Walls on February 16, 2019 | $2.99 – Details
Family Day Public Skate at RIM Park on Monday, February 18, 2019 | 4:00 PM – 4:50 PM
Kitchener Utilities Free Family Day Skating Party on Monday, February 18, 2019 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM @ The Aud
Snowshoeing and skating at Shade’s Mills
Friday night Fat Bite ride on February 15, 2019 | 6:30 PM

II. Live Music

I Love Piano

Presented by Cambridge Symphony Orchestra. Details

February 14 – 15, 2019 | 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Hamilton Family Theatre, 46 Grand Ave S, Cambridge

pay-as -you can

Pictures at an Exhibition

Music Director Andrei Feher explores his heritage with works by Enescu and Kodály, and welcomes young Swiss-Canadian pianist Teo Gheorghiu to perform Ravel’s Concerto for the Left Hand, with its jazz-induced rhythms and harmonies. The orchestra shines in Ravel’s masterful orchestration of Mussorgsky’s grand and exciting Pictures at an Exhibition. Details

Friday – Saturday, February 15 – 16, 2019 | 8:00 PM

Main Theatre, 101 Queen Street North, Kitchener

Child $12, Regular $19 – $85, Senior $19 – $81, Student $15

Derek Hines Quartet

Wonderful local singer and chef brings an amazing band to his yearly Jazz Room show. Derek sings jazz as it should be sung, with skill and emotion. Year of touring have honed Derek’s art to a fine edge. Details

Friday, February 15, 2019 | 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM

The Jazz Room, 59 King Street North , Waterloo

General Admission $18

The Trews

Civilianaires Tour. 19+. Details

Friday, February 15, 2019 | 7:30 PM

Maxwell’s Concerts & Events, 35 University Avenue East, Waterloo

General Admission $30

Youth Orchestra Concert 2

The four ensembles of the nationally acclaimed Youth Orchestra Program continue to inspire and generate music enthusiasts and future musicians! Join us to explore the unique opportunity this program provides and to experience the spirited and energetic performances of over 150 young musicians!! Details

Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 2:00 PM

Main Theatre, 101 Queen Street North, Kitchener

Child $11, Regular $13

Richard Whiteman Quartet

Toronto native Richard Whiteman is an extremely versatile player, fluent in styles ranging from the stride masters of the twenties, through Bud Powell and Bill Evans, to modern giants like Keith Jarrett and Herbie Hancock. As a leader, he has released five CDs (with a sixth on the way), and has received raves from as far away as Japan, where his “GROOVEYARD” disc was rated one of the Top 500 Jazz Piano Trio records of all time. Details

Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM

The Jazz Room, 59 King Street North , Waterloo

General Admission $20

Violin & Piano Extraordinaire!

Jerzy Kaplanek, violin; Leo Erice, piano. Details

Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 8:00 PM

The Music Room, 57 Young Street West, Waterloo

Student $20; General Admission $35

III. Theatre & Performing Arts

Vera Causa Opera Presents DRACULA

The Cambridge Centre for the Arts and Vera Causa Opera present Dylan Langan’s DRACULA. It will feature a full orchestra and cast. Details

Friday, February 15, 2019 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Friday, February 15 @ Cambridge Centre for the Arts, 60 Dickson St, Cambridge
Saturday, February 16 @ Knox Presbyterian Church, 50 Erb St W, Waterloo

$15

Titanic: The Musical

Based on real people aboard the most legendary ship in the world, Titanic The Musical is a stunning and stirring production focusing on the hopes, dreams and aspirations of her passengers who each boarded with stories and personal ambitions of their own!

Titanic The Musical is the winner of five Tony Awards including Best Musical, Best Original Score, and Best Book of a Musical and an outstanding ensemble production. Note – This show contains tragic events which might be disturbing for younger audiences. Details

February 7 – 16, 2019

St. Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40 Benjamin Rd. E, Waterloo

$36 for adult, $31 for youth under 15. Plus HST

The Gentleman Clothier

Norman Davenport has just opened his first clothing store for men. This has been a lifelong dream for him, but Norman has always felt that he belonged in another century. One day he makes a wish that changes his life and places him in a moral dilemma in this magical and cautionary tale. Filled with laughs and heart, The Gentleman Clothier is guaranteed to have you thinking about your place in time. Details

February 1 – 3, 7 – 10, 14 – 16, 2019

Elmira Dinner Theatre, 76 Howad Avenue, Elmira, ON

$20; February 14: $63

Cookies and Kids – Little Red Riding Hood

This fun-filled version of the famous fairy tale involves a friendly lumberjack, a Big Bad Wolf and Little Red Riding Hood who sets off on an adventure to deliver a basket of goodies to her sick grandma. Join us for adventure and some useful lessons along they way! Details

Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Cambridge Centre for the Arts, 60 Dickson St, Cambridge

IV. Sports and Related events

2019 OUA Curling Championships

The best Ontario university curlers will be in Kitchener this weekend for the 2019 OUA Curling Championships. Details

February 14 – 18, 2019

KW Granite Club, 99 Seagram Drive, Waterloo

KW Titans

Details

vs Sudbury Five on Monday, February 18, 2019 | 2:00 PM

The Aud, 400 East Avenue, Kitchener

V. Exhibitions, Festivals, Fundraisers & Other Events

Reflections

Paintings by Heidi Hirschmann. Details

February 1 – March 8, 2019

Cambridge Centre for the Arts, 60 Dickson Street Cambridge

Ceili – Irish Folk Dance

Join us for a fun night of Irish dancing! Live music provided by the Grand River Ceili Band and bar provided by Kennedy’s. Details

Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM

Victoria Park Pavilion, 80 Schneider Avenue, Kitchener

$12

Jim Logan: Surviving Under Occupation

Jim Logan sheds light on the low visibility of Aboriginal aesthetics in formal art history and has managed to add a new significance, a Native perspective, to the icons of Western art. His approach allows him to question European dominance, not just in North America, but all around the globe. His painting style consists of varied approach to the Native way of life. Details

Until Sunday, February 17, 2019

Idea Exchange – Preston, 435 King Street East, Cambridge

Licensed to Show Part 2

Design at Riverside will showcase a selection of works from the Contemporary Fibre Collection to further the conversations of preservation and presentation of works held by Cambridge Art Galleries. Over 115 Canadian artists are represented in the permanent collection dedicated to fibre based works. Details

Until March 31, 2019

Idea Exchange – Design at Riverside, 7 Melville Street S, Cambridge

Vegetables 101

Join gardeners Kathy Pearson and Heather Kelly for Vegetables 101. The session will cover everything from soil amendments through planting to the harvest. Details

Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 2:00 PM

Schneider Haus National Historic Site, 466 Queen St S, Kitchener

Talk included with admission

St. Jacobs & Aberfoyle Model Railway

St. Jacobs & Aberfoyle Model Railway is one of North Americas finest “O” Scale (1/48th) layouts. Your family will have a fine time checking our trains of the 1950’s. See our huge display of steam and diesel locomotives moving freight and passenger through the Southern Ontario countryside. Fun, and educational too. Details

February 16 – 18, 2019

St. Jacobs & Aberfoyle Model Railway, 1440 King Street North, St. Jacobs

Valentine Chef Table Experience

Enjoy 8-course paired dinner created by our Regional Executive Chef, Aaron Clyne, consisting of some of the region’s finest products and wines. Details

Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Lot42, 41 Ardelt Avenue,, Kitchener

$199/person; Reserve at 519 603-5700 ext 1010

Skating at Cambridge Ice Centre

Enjoy skating! Details

Monday to Thursday | 10:40 AM-noon & 2:10 PM – 3:30 PM
Friday | 6:40 PM – 8:30 PM
Saturday and Sunday | 3:40 PM – 5:30 PM

Cambridge Ice Centre, 355 Hespeler Rd., Cambridge

$5.75 Adult, $4.75 Child (6-10), $3.00 Child (5-)/Seniors (55+)

Valentine’s Murder Mystery Dinner Show

Be entertained and become involved in solving the mystery while you enjoy an all you can eat buffet and a selection of desserts with your sweetie! Hosted by our onsite Catering Company, Classic Catering, in our transformed Mombasa Market Restaurant. 19+. Details

Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Mombasa Market Restaurant, 1386 Cooper Rd, Cambridge

$59.99