Friday, April 1, 2022

City of Kitchener Announces In-Person Events are Returning in 2022



It was announced today that many events are planned for this year at various locations in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada.  Many familiar festivities and getting set to happen soon along with some new ones too!


Here is a list provided by the City of Kitchener

 
Events and festivals 


King StrEATery Food Truck Festival & Our World Festival of Music 
Sunday, June 12 

Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Waterloo Region for the largest food truck festival of the year with more than a dozen food trucks, craft beer garden, live music,
 and entertainment.  



Neighbours Night 

Friday, June 17, Victoria Park 


Kick off the summer with the city’s first major outdoor event since 2019. Bring your lawn chairs to Victoria Park, reconnect with neighbours from across our community
 and enjoy a free concert headlined by national recording artists Virginia to Vegas and Delaney Jane with special guest Reve. More details to come.  


Neighbours Day

Saturday, June 18 


Residents are invited to join us for a neighbourhood porch party! From porches to driveways, front lawns to boulevards, local musicians will lend their unique talents
 by staging pop-up concerts in neighbourhoods all over Kitchener.  


Summer Lights Festival 

Saturday, June 18 


Ignite the night by celebrating the best of art, tech, dance, music and creative experiences in Downtown Kitchener. More details about the region’s most popular nighttime festival will be announced in the coming months. 



KW Multicultural Festival
 June 25-26, Victoria Park 

An opportunity for the community to share food, fun, music, and dance. Featuring community groups, ethnic associations, artisans, and both professional and amateur
 performers from our community. Applications will open soon. 


Canada Day 

Friday, July 1, Downtown Kitchener 

Join us for the annual Canada Day celebration on July 1 in downtown Kitchener with activities for the whole family and a huge concert into the evening to cap off the night. 


Cruising on King 

Friday, July 9, Downtown Kitchener 

The biggest street party of the year is back with classic cars lining King Street surrounded by live entertainment and bustling patios. 

 
Downtown Kitchener Ribfest and Craft Beer Show 

July 15-17, Victoria Park 

Celebrate the best summer has to offer! Enjoy mouth-watering barbequed ribs and chicken, an incredible selection of Ontario craft-brewed beer, plus live entertainment,
 and a Kids Fun Zone, all in the open atmosphere of Victoria Park. 


Wayback Festival 

Saturday, July 23 

Kitchener’s annual classic-rock weekend returns under a new name. This year’s concert will be headlined by legendary Canadian rockers. Stay tuned for artist announcements.  

 

TD Kitchener Blues Festival 

August 4-7, Downtown Kitchener 

The largest true blues festival in Canada returns with four days of outstanding international blues acts and local talent.

Kidspark
 
Sunday, August 21, Victoria Park 

It’s fun. It’s free. It’s amazing.  Kids of all ages are invited to the annual festival in Victoria Park, bringing together music, learning, food, and fun. 

K-W Oktoberfest 

September 23 – October 15 

Canada’s largest Bavarian Festival is back this year, better than ever! Onkel Hans and Tante Frieda are excited to see you don your Tracht, raise a stein, polka around, and enjoy delicious Bavarian cuisine from German Clubs and local restaurant partners. 


KW Greek Festival 

Eat, drink, dance, Opa! 2022 festival date and details to be announced. 


 
Local sports 

Kitchener Rangers 


The Rangers are welcoming fans back in full capacity at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. There are only two home games left at the Aud this season where you can cheer on the Rangers as they make a late season playoff push.  


KW Titans 


Opening their National Basketball League of Canada season with a new coach in February, the Titans are happy to welcome fans back in full capacity at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. Single and group tickets are on sale now. 


Kitchener Panthers 


The Intercounty Baseball League season is almost here! The Panthers’ opening day is on Friday, May 20 in London and they return to Jack Couch Park for their home opener on Monday, May 23. Single and season tickets are on sale now. 



City facilitates and downtown patios 

Kitchener Market 

Full capacity and special events have returned to the Kitchener Market! Visit the Market events calendar to see what is planned, like the
DTK Maple Sugar Shack on April 2. The Saturday farmers’ market will have vendors moving outdoors soon. Look for live music, movies, artisan markets, cooking and DIY classes all spring and summer. 


Community centres 

City community centres are hosting fun and activities throughout the spring and summer. Look for neighbourhood events near you 

Outdoor patios 

Restaurant patios have become a permanent fixture across our community. The City anticipates as many as 75 expanded patios to continue across Kitchener. 25 of these patios will be in Downtown Kitchener thanks to the Downtown Kitchener BIA’s Patio Program featuring a custom-designed patio experience.

 
Arts and culture 

KW Art Gallery: Expressions 

February 19 – May 15, 2022 

Every year, Expressions showcases student art from across Waterloo Region and highlights the perspectives and experiences of young artists in our community. This year,
 students were encouraged to see celestial movement as a symbol of change and reflect on how they have moved, adapted and grown over the past year. 


THEMUSEUM: UNZIPPED 

Extended until April 18, 2022 

UNZIPPED is the first international exhibition devoted to the world-famous rock band, The Rolling Stones. 

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