Tourism
We’re innovative, creative, culturally diverse, and we know how to have a good time! In Kitchener and Waterloo, we combine first-rate big-city services and amenities with the welcoming smile and personal touch that has given us an undisputed reputation as one of the country’s best places to visit. You’ll find every urban amenity here. From our dynamic nightlife and fabulous …
Whether you’re young, old, or somewhere in between, you’ll find plenty to enjoy at our many festivals. Every year, we celebrate Kitchener-Waterloo’s historic German roots in grand scale during Oktoberfest, the largest Bavarian festival outside of Munich, Germany. Other major special events include Blues, Brews, & Barbecues, the UpTown Waterloo Jazz Festival, Word on the Street, the K-W Multicultural Festival, …
Waterloo Pioneer Memorial Tower is one of Waterloo Region’s historic and picturesque landmarks. Between 1800 and 1803, more than twenty families traveled from Pennsylvania and settled near the Grand River. In 1923, a group of residents, including descendants of original Mennonite families such as the Sherks and Betzners and members of the Waterloo Historical Society, constructed a monument to honour …
2008 Elmira Maple Syrup Festival – Waterloo Central Railway 91.5 Rocks the Block! Christkindl Market Christmas Fantasy Cruising on King Street Downtown Kitchener Ribfest & Craft Beer Show KW Multicultural Festival KW Santa Claus Parade KidSpark! Kitchener Blues Festival ( Blues, Brews & BBQ’s) Kitchener Chess Festival Mary Allen Studio Tour – Annual Event Moparfest New Years Celebration in Downtown …