Sun Life Financial Waterloo Busker Carnival
25aug(aug 25)11:00 am28(aug 28)11:00 pmSun Life Financial Waterloo Busker Carnival
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The Waterloo Busker Carnival is fun for the whole family with something for all ages. Enjoy the carnival-like atmosphere as you visit the midway, explore delicious foods and join us
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The Waterloo Busker Carnival is fun for the whole family with something for all ages. Enjoy the carnival-like atmosphere as you visit the midway, explore delicious foods and join us at the edge of our seats to watch spectacular world-class one-of-a-kind performers that are sure to amaze, excite and inspire!
How much does it cost? Admission to the Carnival is FREE. The artists make their living by the tips they receive. While they receive some travel assistance they are not paid by the Carnival. After each show, the artists will pass the hat for your tips and donations. If you enjoyed the show, please contribute an amount that you can afford as a thank you. How much you tip is up to you.
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UpTown Waterloo
June
27jun8:00 pm11:00 pmPinch Cabaret #51
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Freewheeling variety show at Button Factory Arts in KW! The Pinch Cabaret is KW’s monthly variety show, performance laboratory, and community arts
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Freewheeling variety show at Button Factory Arts in KW!
The Pinch Cabaret is KW’s monthly variety show, performance laboratory, and community arts party. An unexpected mix of Fantasy Writing, Opera, Pole Dance, Folk-Punk, Comedy, Zines & who knows what else!
Hosted and curated by amorous AI chatbot Ben Gorodetsky. Get ready for a diverse bill that’ll surprise audiences and bring together disparate artistic communities! Click here to learn more.
Advance tickets are $5 / $10 / $20 / $30 – you choose the option that’s right for you
Indigenous community members are welcomed to attend for free.
Time
June 27, 2026 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm(GMT-04:00)Location
Button Factory Arts
25 Regina St. South
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28jun2:00 pm4:00 pmGlasstime | Beginner Fused Glass Workshops Sundays
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Get creative with glass! Make your choice of a coaster OR window hanging. Each ticket includes 1 kiln-fired glass item. Our instructor will give
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Get creative with glass! Make your choice of a coaster OR window hanging. Each ticket includes 1 kiln-fired glass item.
Our instructor will give a brief lesson on fused glass, and the rest of the time is yours to create a one-of-a-kind artwork! Get creative with colour and texture to create a unique, functional piece of art.
Cost: $41.22
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June 28, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm(GMT-04:00)Location
Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery
25 Caroline Street North
Other Events30jun6:00 pm8:00 pmQuiet Reading Night – The Margins Club
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A space to read and connect (on your own terms). No assigned readings, no mandatory discussions. Enjoy the freedom to read whatever you like. Just
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A space to read and connect (on your own terms). No assigned readings, no mandatory discussions. Enjoy the freedom to read whatever you like. Just you, your book, and a community of people who love words as much as you do.
To learn more, click here.
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June 30, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)Organizer
30jun7:00 pm10:00 pmDance it off Tuesday’s!
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Join us for a lively evening of dance as local groups lead fun sessions each week. All skill levels and abilities are welcome. Free and family-friendly.
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Join us for a lively evening of dance as local groups lead fun sessions each week. All skill levels and abilities are welcome. Free and family-friendly.
Every Tuesday from June to August. 7 to 10 p.m. Waterloo Public Square.
June 2: K-POP Night
June 9: West Coast Swing
June 16: East Coast Swing and Live Music
June 23: West Coast Swing
June 30: East Coast Swing and Live Music
July 7: K-POP Night
July 14: Afrovibes
July 21: West Coast Swing
July 28: East Coast Swing and Live Music
August 4: K-POP Night
August 11: West Coast Swing
August 18: Street Styles – Breaking and Hip Hop
August 25: East Coast Swing and Live Music
Time
June 30, 2026 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm(GMT-04:00)Location
Waterloo Public Square
75 King St S
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