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MUSEUMS
Discover. History comes to life at Region of Waterloo Museums. Enjoy gallery exhibits, special events, hands-on activities, workshops and more! Visit our website for more information.
Stories that connect us.
Explore. Play. Learn.
Waterloo Region Museum | Doon Heritage Village 10 Huron Road, Kitchener, Ontario 519-748-1914, TTY: 519-575-4608 Explore 12,000 years of Waterloo Region’s history and experience the living history village that interprets life in 1914.
Joseph Schneider Haus
McDougall Cottage
466 Queen Street South Kitchener, Ontario 519-742-7752, TTY: 519-575-4608
89 Grand Avenue South Cambridge, Ontario 519-624-8250, TTY: 519-575-4608
Visit the 1816 farmhouse built by the area’s early settlers.
Discover the 1858 labourer’s house in downtown Cambridge.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS CITIES PAGE(S) Cambridge............................................ 7-12 Kitchener............................................. 13-18 Waterloo ............................................. 19-22 TOWNSHIPS
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Wellesley............................................. 24-25 Wilmot................................................. 26-27 Woolwich............................................. 28-31 ACCOMMODATIONS...................... 32-34 THINGS TO DO................................ 35-50 FESTIVALS....................................... 51-53 FOOD & DRINK............................... 56-59 PLAN YOUR STAY............................ 62-63
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The Mill Race Festival of Traditional Folk Music is a free festival is patterned after European festivals whereby the day’s events are held on numerous outdoor stages in the town core. Traditional forms of folk music and dance are the festival’s theme, with emphasis placed upon the various cultures present in Cambridge and surrounding area.
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Nestled at the convergence of the historic Grand and Speed Rivers, Cambridge is made up of four neighbourhoods; Galt, Hespeler, Preston and Blair. Known for its picturesque limestone buildings and heritage, the city compares to a European ‘Dickensian’ setting.
Hespeler Library
Take in the true spirit of community while shopping local. If it’s the outdoors that you’re after, explore over 365 hectares of parkland, 96 parks or venture down some of the many one of a kind walking, biking and hiking trails along the Speed and Grand Rivers. Cambridge is a welcoming and dynamic community that has something for everyone. Discover it all for yourself.
Hespeler Village
Fashion History Museum
Dunfield Theatre Cambridge
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Discover one of the three downtown core areas in Galt, Hespeler and Preston for the perfect mix of unique dining, live theatre, museums and one of a kind shopping. Known as the longest continually operating farmers’ markets, no trip to Cambridge is complete without a stop at the Cambridge Farmers’ Market.
FAMILY FUN
Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory 2500 Kossuth Rd. 519.653.1234 | cambridgebutterfly.com
Langdon Hall Country House Hotel and Spa
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CAMBRIDGE
CULTURE
Fashion History Museum 74 Queen St. E. 519.654.0009 | fashionhistorymuseum.com
DINING
Napa Grille & Wine Den 20 Hobson St. 519.622.9900 | napagrille.ca
FAMILY FUN
Toyota Tour Manufacturing Canada Inc. Plant Tour 1055 Fountain St. N. 519.653.1111 | tmmc.ca/en/plants/plant-tour
CYCLING EVENT
Cambridge Tour De Grand - June 12, 2016 519.240.5325 | cambridgetourdegrand.com
CRAFT BEER
Grand River Brewing 295 Ainslie St. 519.620.3233 | grandriverbrewing.com
Cambridge Mill Restaurant
COFFEE
Monigram Coffee Roasters 16 Ainslie St. 519.620.8008 | monigram.ca
THEATRE
Dunfield Theatre 46 Grand Ave. S. 519.621.8000 | draytonentertainment.com
African Lion Safari
Online visitcambridgeontario.com
Phone 519.622.2336
Stop In
750 Hespeler Rd Cambridge ON
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CAMBRIDGE FARMERS' MARKET The Cambridge Farmers' Market
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has been in operation since 1830, making it one of the oldest markets in the country. Since that time, it has remained at the same location and has maintained its reputation as a true Farmers' Market.
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CITY OF CAMBRIDGE
EVENTS June 12 Cambridge Tour de Grand Churchill Park | cambridgetourdegrand.com June 17 Mayor’s Celebration of the Arts Cambridge City Hall | cambridge.ca June 18 Cambridge Arts Festival Cambridge City Hall | cambridgeartsfestival.com July 1 Canada Day Celebrations Cambridge Riverside Park | cambridgecanadaday.ca
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July 8-10 Great Hespeler Reunion Downtown Hespeler, Forbes Park and Victoria Park July 15 & 16 Cambridge Highland Games Churchill Park | cambridgehighlandgames.ca July 29-31 Mill Race Festival of Traditional Folk Music Mill Race Park | millracefolksociety.com Aug 5-7 Cambridge Rotary Ribfest Cambridge Riverside Park | cambridgeribfest.com
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Aug 13-14 Cambridge International Street Art Festival Cambridge City Hall | cambridgestreetartfestival.com Aug 19 & 20 Rock the Mill Cambridge City Hall | facebook.com/rockthemill Sept 24 International Festival Cambridge Riverside Park | cambridgeinternationalfestival.ca Nov 25 – Dec 31 Christmas in Cambridge Cambridge | christmasincambridge.ca
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KITCHENER No matter what time of year, there’s always something happening in Kitchener. Amazing events, concerts featuring international performers, markets, premier sports facilities, incredible parks and trails and natural areas that make you forget you’re in the city - Kitchener’s got it all.
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Kitchener offers an endless amount of choice when it comes to filling your days with new, intriguing experiences.
Victoria Park
For a touch of culture, catch a show at one of the many theatres or galleries, or immerse yourself in the action by attending one of many festivals and special events. Most of them take place outdoors - with plenty of amazing food and entertainment. Fun for the whole family!
Kitchener is also home to many memorable attractions, offering a glimpse into our heritage - as well as one-of-a-kind experiences you won’t want to miss!
Victoria Park - Clock Tower
TD Kitchener Blues Festival
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If you are looking for a more relaxed atmosphere, consider exploring the many parks, trails and natural areas - a combination of the scenic and the serene.
FAMILY FUN
Bingemans 425 Bingemans Centre Dr. 519.744.1555 | bingemans.com
HERITAGE Bingemans Big Splash
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KITCHENER
Waterloo Region Museum 519.742.7752 | waterlooregionmuseum.com
ENTERTAINMENT
Centre In the Square 101 Queen St. N. 519.578.1570 | centreinthesquare.com
DINING
The Lancaster Smokehouse 574 Lancaster St. W. 519.743.4331 | lancsmokehouse.com
FAMILY FUN
Canoeing the Grand 3734 King St. E. 519.896.0290 | canoeingthegrand.ca
FESTIVAL
Kultrun World Music Festival 80 Schneider Ave. - Victoria Park nerudaarts.ca/kultrun
INDOOR FUN Waterloo Region Museum - Doon Pioneer Village
BATL Backyard Axe Throwing League 69 Agnes St. | 226.646.1196 batlgrounds.com/axe-throwing-kitchener
CRAFT BEER
Descendants Beer & Beverage 319 Victoria St. N. 519.581.7871 | descendantsbeer.com
DINING
Borealis Grille & Bar 4336 King St. E. 519.219.9007 | borealisgrille.ca
CULTURE
THEMUSEUM 10 King St. W. 519.749.9387 | themuseum.ca
Oktoberfest - Opening Ceremony
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Phone 519.741.2200
Stop In
Visitor Centre - City Hall 200 King Street West
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EVENTS
PRESENTS
June CAFKA Contemporary Art Forum Kitchener & Area Various Locations | cafka.ca June 11 King StrEATery Food Truck Festival Downtown Kitchener | kitchener.ca June 18 Summer Lights Festival Downtown Kitchener | summerlightsfestival.com
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Victoria Park, Kitchener
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June 25 & 26 KW Multicultural Festival Victoria Park | kwnc.on.ca July 8 & 9 CMT Music Festival Bingemans | cmtmusicfest.com July 15-17 Rib and Craft Beer Festival Victoria Park | kitchenerribandbeerfest.com July 22-23 Rock & Rumble Epic Food Truck Fare Downtown Kitchener | facebook.com/rock.rumble August 4-7 TD Kitchener Blues Festival Downtown Locations | kitchenerbluesfestival.com
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Sept 10-24 Geek Week Communitech | geekweekwr.ca Oct 7-15 Oktoberfest Downtown Kitchener | oktoberfest.ca Nov 3 Night\Shift Downtown Kitchener | nightshiftwr.ca SUPPORTED IN PART BY:
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KITCHENER WAS A LEADER IN BLUE BOX PROGRAM
Kitchener was the first municipality in Canada to introduce the blue box recycling system (BBRS) in 1983. It was created by independent contractor Ontario Total Recycling Systems Ltd. as a part of the waste management system, which ultimately led to the recycling system we see today found across the world.
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The uptown core buzzes with over 400 distinctive restaurants, cafes and boutiques, many of which are independently owned. The uptown vibe, coupled with an increase in chic condo development, provides a lifestyle that appeals to young professionals and empty-nest baby boomers. With city-wide trails, parks and green spaces, festivals and markets and premier recreation facilities, there’s always something happening in Waterloo to keep residents and visitors active and engaged. Waterloo is also recognized for its architectural designs. The Seagram Lofts, Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery, Centre for International Governance Innovation, Perimeter Institute of Theoretical Physics & Knox Presbyterian are all award-winning buildings that mix our storied past with our future of discovery.
Sun Life Financial Waterloo Buskers Festival
Waterloo Public Square
Sun Life Financial Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival
Considered Silicon Valley of the north, Waterloo has been ranked among the top 20 startup hubs in the world. Waterloo’s prosperity is at an all-time high and consistently outperforms provincial standards for wealth, educational attainment and talent. Bauer Kitchen Summer Patio
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The City of Waterloo is a dynamic and vibrant mid-size city with all the amenities and attractions of a large urban centre along with the charm and character of a smaller, rural community.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
Maxwell's Concerts and Events 35 University Ave. E. 226.240.7020 | maxwellswaterloo.com
DINING
Abe Erb Brewing Company 15 King St. S. 519.886.4518 | abeerb.com
Waterloo Public Square - Market Thursdays
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CULTURE
Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery 25 Caroline St. N. 519.746.1882 | theclayandglass.ca
SHOPPING
Conestoga Mall 550 King St. N. 519.886.5500 | conestogamall.com
DINING
Red House 30 William St. W. 226.647.4687 | redhouseuptown.ca
RECREATION
Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex 101 Father David Bauer Dr. 519.886.1177 | waterloo.ca
CRAFT BEER
Innocente Brewing Company 283 Northfield Dr. E. 519.725.1253 | innocente.ca
ENTERTAINMENT City of Waterloo Museum in Conestoga Mall
Princess Cinemas 46 King St. N. 519.885.2950 | princesscinemas.com
NIGHTLIFE
Beertown Public House Waterloo 75 King St. S. 519.885.5151 | beertown.ca
FAMILY FUN
Conestogo River Horseback Adventures 535 Northfield Dr. 519.888.6503 | horsebackadventures.ca
Online waterloo.ca
Phone 519.886.1550
Stop In Visitor & Heritage Centre Open May-October 10 Father David Bauer Dr
CITY OF WATERLOO
City of Waterloo demonstrates its commitment to cycling by planning, building and maintaining bike facilities, trails and laneways in co-operation with the Region of Waterloo. They are proudly recognized as a silver Bicycle Friendly Community by the Share the Road Cycling Coalition.
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EVENTS June 18 Solstice Sampling Waterloo Public Square waterloo.ca/arts&culture June 21 National Aboriginal Day Waterloo Public Library Main Branch waterloo.ca/arts&culture
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July 14, 28, Aug 11 & 18 Music & Movies in Waterloo Park Waterloo Park | waterloo.ca/arts&culture July 15-17 Sun Life Financial Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival Waterloo City Hall uptownwaterloojazz.ca Aug 25-28 Sun Life Financial Waterloo Busker Carnival Waterloo City Hall waterloobuskers.com
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CONSTRUCTION AHEAD
July 1 Canada Day Celebration University of Waterloo - Columbia Lake uwaterloo.ca/canada-day
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Constructive Signs Ahead! Construction is a good thing. It creates, builds, grows and improves. The current ION project is designed to reduce traffic congestion, limit costly road expansions and attract more people and businesses to UpTown Waterloo. And while construction is ongoing, so it will be for us. Support our local business area - over 470 reasons to live, work, learn, play and shop. It’s all here and it’s all open. #uptownOPEN www.uptownwaterloobia.com For current information about Regional construction in UpTown Waterloo, visit www.rideion.ca.
Sept 17 Royal Medieval Faire Waterloo Park West royalmedievalfaire.org Sept 30 - Oct 2 Culture Days Throughout Waterloo culturedays.ca Oct 15 SausageFest Waterloo Public Square waterloo.ca/sausagefest Throughout Dec Wonders of Winter: Festival of Lights Waterloo Park | wondersofwinter.ca
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A thriving area of working farms, historic villages and small businesses. Many points in North Dumfries have easy access off hwy. 401 which lead to conservation area hiking, canoeing, and a wide range of farm gate experiences. With the rolling hills of the countryside, scattered with ponds and rivers, North Dumfries is the go-to destination for recreation and relaxation. There are numerous recreation North Dumfries Community Centre
opportunities; community parks and a state-of-the-art Community Complex that boasts an NHL size ice surface, a walking track and community rooms. The outdoor facilities of the complex include soccer fields, a walking trail, playground and splash pad. Heritage walking tours will take you by some of the 20 designated historical landmarks recognized and protected under the Ontario Heritage Act. Visit the quaint Village of Greenfield which was the first Heritage Conservation District in North Dumfries. This small historic 19th century mill settlement was founded by the Goldie Family. The District includes a four storey limestone mill and stacked plank grain house known as 'Greenfield Mills', along with mill race, pond, original sluice gates, the 'River House' and 'Brick House', the original residences of the Goldie family, and six 'salt-box' row cottages used to house workers- all of which created a tight-knit milling community.
Watson Pond
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Phone 519.632.8800
Stop In 2958 Greenfield Road Ayr ON
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including stately stone houses, log homes, one-room schoolhouses and barns that are
FAMILY FUN
Wellesley Apple Butter & Cheese Festival Downtown Wellesley, ON 519.656.2400 | wellesleyabcfestival.ca | Sept 24
DINING Wellesley Apple, Butter and Cheese Festival
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WELLESLEY
Nith River Chop House 1193 Queens Bush Rd., Wellesley ON 519.656.9057 | nithchophouse.com
FAMILY FUN
Art Around the Pond Wellesley Pond, Wellesley ON artroundthepond.ca | June 18
SHOPPING
Home and Garden Show 1000 Maple Leaf St. Wellesley, ON facebook.com/wellesleyhgshow | April 27-29
DINING
The Olde Heidelberg Restaurant & Tavern 3006 Lobsinger Ln., Heidelburg, ON 519.699.4413 | oldhh.com
Family Dining
Wellesley Pond
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The Township of Wellesley is home to a culturally vibrant community. Contributing to this vibrancy is the abundance of community spirit in volunteerism.
The Olde Heidelberg Restaurant & Tavern
This community hosts numerous events and festivals throughout the year including the Wellesley Apple Butter & Cheese Festival.
The towns are mostly agricultural where locals still converse in Deitsch (a German dialect) and are delighted to sell their homemade sausages, maple syrup, shoo-fly pies, apple butter, cooked cheese, butter, bacon, local Mennonite furniture and even quilts right out of their shops, farms or homes. No Sunday sales.
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4639 LobsingerLine St. Clements ON
Phone 519.699.4611
Online wellesley.ca
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With a combined population of just over 10,500 the Township includes Bamberg, Crosshill, Hawkesville, Linwood, Heidelberg, St. Clements, Wallenstein and Wellesley settlement areas. Wellesley, St. Clements and Linwood are the township’s largest towns.
CULTURE
Castle Kilbride Museum 60 Snyder's Rd. W., Baden ON 519.634.8444 | castlekilbride.ca
FAMILY EVENT
St. Agatha Church
Things
New Hamburg Mennonite Relief Sale 275 Jacob St., New Hamburg, ON nhmrs.com | May 27-28
MOUTIAN BIKING The Hydrocut 1970 Synder's Rd. E. hydrocut.ca
To Do
CELEBRATIONS
Victoria Day Festivities at New Dundee Park Bridge St. & Main St., New Dundee ON newdundeefireworks.com | May 23
FAMILY EVENT
WILMOT
St. Agatha Strawberry Festival 1791 Erb St., St. Agatha, ON stagathalionsstrawberryfest.wordpress.com | June 18
DINING
E.J.'s at Baden Tavern 519.634.5711 | badenhotel.com
FAMILY EVENT
Baden Cornfest badencornfest.ca | August 6
REST & RELAXATION
The Puddicombe House Restaurant & Spa 145 Peel St., New Hamburg, ON 519.662.2111 | puddicombehouse.com
CAR LOVERS EVENT
MOPARfest 251 Jacob St., New Hamburg, ON moparfest.com | August 19-21
HERITAGE SITE
Shrine of the Sorrowful Mother 1828 Notre Dame Rd. | June-Sept
Castle Kilbride
Online wilmot.ca
Phone 519.634.8444
Stop In
60 Snyder's Rd. W. Baden, ON
TOWNSHIP OF WILMOT
Shrine of the Sorrowful Mother
Castle Kilbride Summer Concert Series
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Wilmot Township is a small urban/rural municipality rich in culture within the Region of Waterloo. The charming towns and settlement areas boast a strong connection with their past. They include: New Hamburg, Baden, St. Agatha, Petersburg, Mannheim, New Dundee, Philipsburg, Shingletown, Wilmot Centre, Haysville, Luxembourg, Lisbon, Sunfish Lake and Foxboro Green. Each has its own story to be shared.
St. Agatha Strawberry Festival
A must see destination is Castle Kilbride National Historic Site, the jewel of Wilmot Township. Tour the furnished 1877 grand home of Canada’s Flax Mill King, James Livingston. View the magnificent Trompe L’oeil (French term for “fools the eye”) murals painted throughout the home. These rare paintings create an illusion of depth and beautiful three-dimensional images. Offering a unique ‘snapshot’ of life in Victorian Canada. Step back in time and tour the house that flax built.
New Hamburg Heritage Water Wheel
The Hydrocut
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Wilmot Township is home to many notable events and festivals that draw thousands of visitors each year. Restaurants offer exceptional local fare and businesses offer a unique retail experience.
FAMILY FUN
Waterloo Central Railway & Museum 50 Isabella St., St. Jacobs, ON 519.664.0900 | waterloocentralrailway.com
ENTERTAINMENT
St. Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre 11 Albert St. W., St. Jacobs, ON 519.664.9969 | draytonentertainment.com
Mennonite Horse and Buggy
Things
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WOOLWICH
OUTDOOR
West Montrose Covered Bridge 1232 Rivers Edge Dr., West Montrose, ON 519.669.1647 | woolwich.ca
FOOD
Jacob's Grill 1398 King St. N., St. Jacobs, ON 519.664.2575 | jacobsgrill.ca
FAMILY FUN
St. Jacobs Farmers' Market 878 Weber St. N., Waterloo, ON 519.747.1830 | stjacobs.com/farmers-market
INDOOR ADVENTURE
Max's Golf Centre 800 King St. N., Waterloo, ON 519.746.4653 | maxsgolf.ca
St. Jacobs Farmers' Market
SHOPPING
Village of St. Jacobs 519.664.1133 | stjacobs.com
CRAFT BEER
Block Three Brewing 1430-2 King St. N., St. Jacobs, ON 519.664.1001 | blockthreebrewing.com
LOCAL TOURS
St. Jacobs Horse Drawn Tours 1222 Apple Grove Rd., Woolwich, ON 519.656.9989 | stjacobshorsedrawntours.com
FAMILY FUN
St. Jacobs & Aberfoyle Model Railway 1440 King St. N., St. Jacobs, ON 519.664.3737 | stjacobsmodelrailway.com
Online woolwich.ca
Phone 519.669.1647
Stop In
24 Church Street West, Elmira, ON
TOWNSHIP OF WOOLWICH
Jacob's Grill
Elmira Maple Syrup Festival
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We are very proud of the bounty of fresh, local food in the Township, direct from Woolwich’s many farms. For authentic food experiences, visit farm gate stands dotted throughout the Township and spend time at the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market. While you’re here, take some time to visit West Montrose, home to the “Kissing Bridge,” the last remaining covered bridge in Ontario. From there, Winterbourne’s majestic two-span, single-lane steel bridge crossing the Grand River is only up the road. The unique architecture of these classic structures exhibit some of Woolwich’s heritage.
St. Jacobs & Aberfoyle Model Railway
Maple Syrup
St. Jacobs Country Playhouse
Woolwich’s reputation as a favourite location for cyclists is increasing and we are the proud host of the new Steaming Nostril Cycling Race - a challenging cross-country race held at the end of March.
Cycling in Woolwich Township
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The Township of Woolwich is a beautiful and authentic community of communities, and home to many wonderful places, attractions and events. While travelling through the rural landscape you will find many distinct towns and communities, each featuring unique landscapes and natural areas, innovative businesses, shopping options and specialty foods. In the Village of St. Jacobs, discover the array of wonderful restaurants, a microbrewery, upscale hotel options and Drayton Theatre.
TOWNSHINP OF WOOLWICH
Did You Know?
West Montrose Covered Bridge, also known as the "Kissing Bridge", is a covered bridge in West Montrose, Ontario, within Waterloo Region and the last type of this style of bridge in Ontario. Built in 1880–1881 by John Bear, the bridge is still used by pedestrians, buggy traffic and vehicles weighing less than three tonnes over the Grand River.
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At Homewood Suites, going away doesn’t mean leaving your whole life behind. That’s why we give you a spacious living room, a real kitchen with a full-size fridge, and a different dinner almost every weeknight. You may be surprised at all you get here. So stay with us and Be at home. Evening Dinner & Drinks Served Mon-Thu* / Hot Full Breakfast Served Daily
Homewood Suites by Hilton Waterloo/ St. Jacobs 45 Benjamin Road, St. Jacobs, ON, N2V2G8 519-514-0088, Reservations@homewoodsuitesstjacobs.com *Evening dinner and drinks available Monday through Thursday. Service of alcohol subject to local and state laws. Must be of legal drinking age. ©2014 Hilton Worldwide.
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ACCOMMODATIONS Wheelchair Accessible
HOTELS, MOTELS & INNS Best Western PLUS Cambridge Hotel 730 Hespeler Rd., Cambridge, ON N3H 5L8 519.623.4600 | 1.800.WESTERN | bwcambridge.com Amazing staff welcomes you to the Best Western PLUS Cambridge Hotel where you will find many comforts for an inviting place to stay. Enjoy breakfast, indoor pool and whirlpool.
Best Western PLUS Kitchener-Waterloo Hotel 2899 King Street E., Kitchener, ON N2A 1A6 519.894.3500 | 1.866.373.4910 bestwesternkitchenerwaterloo.com Hotel offers these complimentary amenities: hot breakfast, parking, wireless internet, shuttle services to and from Waterloo Airport, dinners every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, fridge and microwave in guest room.
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Boardwalk Homes Executive Guest Houses & Suites
University Ave. & Fischer-Hallman Kitchener-Waterloo, ON 519.997.2722 | 1.888.573.3310 | boardwalkhomes.ca More than hotels and B&B’s. Modern with full kitchens. Rent by the room or private condo suites or rent the whole house (2-8 bedrooms). For 1 to 30+ people, short and long term stays.
Cambridge Hotel & Conference Centre 700 Hespeler Rd., Cambridge, ON N3H 5L8 519.622.1505 | 1.866.622.1505 | cambridgehotel.ca A selection of spacious accommodations, on-site restaurant & lounge and 10,000 sq. ft. of catered meeting space. The staff will be sure to make you feel right at home.
Comfort Inn - Cambridge 220 Holiday Inn Dr., Cambridge, ON N3C 1Z4 519.658.1100 | 1.800.228.5150 | cambridgecomfortinn.com 100% non-smoking, complimentary hot breakfast, high-speed wireless access, free local calling. Conveniently located at Hwy. 401 and 24. Close to sports arenas, shopping and business centres.
Comfort Inn - Waterloo 190 Weber St. N., Waterloo, ON N2J 3H4 519.747.9400 | 1.800.4CHOICE | waterloocomfortinn.com Create your perfect stay at the renovated Comfort Inn Waterloo. Conveniently located near UpTown Waterloo with easy access to popular area attractions, local businesses and Hwy. 85.
Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo - St. Jacobs
50 Benjamin Rd. E., Waterloo, ON N2V 2J9 519.884.9295 | 1.800.972.5371 | courtyardwaterloo.com Walking distance to St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market, Outlet Mall, Waterloo Central Railway and next door to St. Jacobs Playhouse Theatre. Ask about the Mennonite, theatre and Craft Beer packages.
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KITCHENER HOTEL 2899 King Street East, Kitchener www.bestwesternpluskitchener.ca Tel. +1 (519) 894-3500
105 King St. E., Kitchener, ON N2G 2K8 519.569.4592 | 1.800.483.7812 | kitchener-hotel.com Located in the Market District of downtown Kitchener it's the largest upscale full service hotel with over 15,000 sq. ft. of functional meeting space. Entire hotel completed a multi-million dollar renovation in 2014.
110 Erb St. W., Waterloo, ON N2L 0C6 519.514.0404 | 1.844.517.1377 marriott.com/hotels/travel/ykfdw-delta-waterloo/ The contemporary and uniquely designed Delta Waterloo boasts 194 guest-rooms and suites, along with technologically advanced meeting and conference facilities (6,500 sq. ft.). Conveniently located in the heart of UpTown Waterloo.
Holiday Inn Cambridge 200 Holiday Inn Dr., Cambridge, ON N3C 1Z4 519.658.4601 | 1.866.375.8241 | hicambridge.ca This full service hotel is located in Cambridge at Hwy. 401 and 24. Make your stay an inn-spired one with free WI-FI and parking, onsite restaurant and bar.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waterloo-St. Jacobs Executive Accommodations Kitchener-Waterloo 519.652.8730 | corporatecondo.ca Several apartments in 3 locations in Kitchener and Waterloo specializing in fully furnished corporate housing at half the cost of a hotel. Exercise/indoor pool - 2 locations. Ideal for executives, professionals or individuals in between homes. Minimum length of stay is 30 days.
Four Points by Sheraton Cambridge-Kitchener 210 Preston Pkwy., Cambridge, ON N3H 5N1 519.653.2690 | 1.888.655.2690 fourpointscambridgekitchener.com All the comforts you crave! Indoor pool, oversized gym, in-house restaurant open for breakfast and dinner with a perfectly cozy bar! Enjoy free parking, bottled water and ultra-fast WI-FI.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Delta Waterloo
14 Benjamin Rd., Waterloo, ON N2V 2J9 519.772.9800 | 1.800.HOLIDAY (465.4329) hiexpress.com/waterloo An award-winning hotel located across from the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market. Spacious rooms and meeting spaces. Ideal for business or pleasure. Indoor saltwater pool and complimentary hot breakfast.
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Holiday Inn Kitchener-Waterloo Hotel & Conference Centre 30 Fairway Rd. S., Kitchener, ON N2A 2N2 519.893.1211 | 1.866.375.8240 holidayinn.com/kitcheneron Perfect for business or pleasure. Completely renovated business guest-rooms in 2014. Centrally located, indoor/outdoor pool and on-site restaurant. Over 13,000 sq. ft. of conference space.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Cambridge-Waterloo
Situated across from Conestoga Mall, this newly renovated hotel is also close to business parks and major corporations throughout Canada’s Technology Triangle. The University of Waterloo and area attractions are nearby. Local craft beer served.
(The Olde) Heidelberg Restaurant Tavern & Motel
800 Jamieson Pkwy., Cambridge, ON N3C 4N6 519.651.2888 | cambridgewaterloo.homewoodsuites.com The comforts and convenience of home with spacious suites complete with full kitchens. Rates include a complimentary daily hot buffet breakfast and evening social. (Monday -Thursday).
Homewood Suites by Hilton Waterloo-St. Jacobs 45 Benjamin Rd., St. Jacobs, ON N2V 2G8 519.514.0088 | homewoodsuites.com Ideal for business or pleasure. Spacious suites from studios to two-bedroom. Complimentary full hot breakfast daily and dinner Monday-Thursday. Located close to St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market.
Langdon Hall Country House Hotel and Spa 3006 Lobsinger Line, Heidelberg ON N0B 2M1 519.699.4413 | oldhh.com 16-unit budget motel located right next to the Heidelberg Restaurant, four minutes from St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market. Rooms feature 2 double beds, colour TV, cable, air conditioning and private bath.
1 Langdon Dr., Cambridge, ON N3H 4R8 519.740.2100 | 1.800.268.1898 | langdonhall.ca One of Canada's top hotels offering Relais & Chateaux luxury including accommodations, Five Diamond dining, a full-service day spa, all surrounded by 75 acres of tranquil gardens, Carolinian forest, and 12 km of trails. "Experience #LangdonLuxury Your Way."
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The Puddicombe House
145 Peel St., New Hamburg, ON N3A 1E7 519.662.2111 | 1.855.699.2111 | puddicombehouse.com Puddicombe House is a boutique small town inn located in New Hamburg, ON. This Italianate house features 12 ft ceilings, impressive architecture and rich décor. The Inn has 8 overnight rooms all with upscale furnishings. Restaurant & conference/ wedding venue located on site. 15 Mins from KW and Stratford.
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Radisson Hotel Kitchener Waterloo
2960 King St. E., Kitchener, ON N2A 1A2 519.894.9500 | 1.800.333.3333 | radisson.com/kitchenerca Radisson President's Award winner 2015 & Renovation Award winner 2014! Indoor pool, fitness centre, free WIFI, and free parking. Dine on-site at the Lobby Cafe, The Charcoal Steakhouse, dels Enoteca Pizzeria, or Martini's. Pet friendly. Easy access to HWY 8 & 401.
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Immerse yourself in the perfect blend of historic style and modern comfort at The Walper Hotel, an intimate downtown boutique hotel abuzz with fresh, contemporary energy and style.
75 University Ave. W., Waterloo, ON N2L 3C5 519.884.0710, ext. 3958 | wlu.ca/conference Conveniently located, Laurier offers hotel and conference facilities for individuals, families and groups. With a variety of accommodation options, meeting space, catering and recreation, Laurier is an ideal location.
Residence & Conference Centre Kitchener-Waterloo
BED & BREAKFAST Queens Landing Guest House 99 Conestoga College Blvd., Kitchener, ON N2P 2N5 519.895.2272 | 1.855.STAY.RCC (782.9722) | stayrcc.com/kw Renovated 1 & 2 bedroom kitchenette suites. FREE continental breakfast, Wi-Fi and parking. 24 hour staff and housekeeping services. Laundry, kitchen and BBQ facilities. Conference space & specialty lounges available.
187 Queen St. N., Kitchener, ON N2H 2H8 519.576.9297 | queenslandingguesthouse.com Historic accommodations in downtown Kitchener. Ideal for business and tourist travellers. Located in the Civic Centre Heritage District, it’s close to museums, theatre, dining and is only 10 minutes to St. Jacobs.
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CAMPGROUNDS
Bingemans Camping Resort
425 Bingemans Centre Dr., Kitchener, ON N2B 3X7 519.744.1002 | bingemans.com/campingSituated along the Grand River, it offers the best of both worlds – a serene, natural setting for campers, with access to Bingemans attractions. Tent, RV, cabin and yurt sites available. – Open from May to October.
University of Waterloo Summer Accommodations
Ron Eydt Village 200 University Ave. W., Waterloo, ON N2J 3G1 519.884.5400 | 1.800.565.5410 uwaterloo.ca/summer-accommodations Affordable on campus accommodation just minutes from UpTown Waterloo, downtown Kitchener and St. Jacobs' Farmers' Market. Exceptional food services with unique facilities for sports teams and conference groups alike. – Open from May to August.
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THINGS TO DO
Bingemans FunworX Indoor Playground
THINGS TO DO Wheelchair Accessible
ATTRACTIONS & ENTERTAINMENT African Lion Safari
425 Bingemans Centre Dr., Kitchener, ON N2B 3X7 519.744.1555 | funworx.ca Year-round entertainment for the whole family! The three-level indoor Play Structure, Rocks n’ Ropes course and Waterloo Region’s only Playdium Arcade, make FunworX the perfect place for a fun day, birthdays and group events.
Boston Pizza Kingpin Bowlounge 1386 Cooper Road, Hamilton, ON 519.623.2620 | 1.800.461.9453 | lionsafari.com
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Go “On Safari™” and get closer than you ever imagined to over 1,000 exotic birds and animals. See majestic lions, graceful giraffes, rhino and many more animals from around the world. Open seasonally from May 7 to October 10, 2016.
BATL - Backyard Axe Throwing League
425 Bingemans Centre Dr., Kitchener, ON N2B 3X7 519.745.8888 | kingpinbowlounge.ca Boston Pizza Kingpin Bowlounge is Waterloo Region’s biggest bowling venue and Canada’s largest Boston Pizza combined. The state-of-the-art facilities offer modern cozy couches and the area’s largest patio. Private section available for group events.
Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory
69 Agnes St., Kitchener, ON N2G 2E9 226.646.1196 | batlgrounds.com/axe-throwing-kitchener Located in the heart of Kitchener-Waterloo since spring of 2015 - BATL has been the home of indoor axe throwing leagues, and private tournaments for private functions such as birthdays and company team building.
2500 Kossuth Rd., Cambridge, ON N3H 4R7 519.653.1234 | cambridgebutterfly.com
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Bingemans Big Splash
Discover 1000's of free-flying butterflies in the year-round lush tropical garden, featuring over 85 species of tropical plants, waterfalls, streams and exotic birds. Discover a honeybee observation hive, an incredible insect and butterfly collection, café and gift store.
District Nightclub
425 Bingemans Centre Dr., Kitchener, ON N2B 3X7 519.744.1555 | bingemans.com
Make a splash at Big Splash, Waterloo Region’s largest outdoor water park! The 11 slides, heated pool and splash pad offer fun and entertainment for kids of all ages. – Open daily from June 30 to September 5, 2016.
667 King St., West, Kitchener, ON, N2G 1C9 519.588.2000 | districtnightclub.ca | @districtkw
Located in the centre of Kitchener-Waterloo, District Nightclub features the regions best djs and offers a unique experience of 2 rooms, 2 sounds, no attitude.
G N I D A E H
N O T U O N W O T THE
When the sun goes down in the Waterloo Region,the
FUN HEATS UP!
To understand the nightlife of the Waterloo Region you have to first delve into the demographics of the area. I know what you’re thinking, how can I talk about fun by leading with boring? Please bear with me. You see, the Region of Waterloo, which comprises the cities of Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo, as well as the Townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich, is a unique blend of urban and rural located just one hour west of Toronto, and essentially a university zone and a techy hot-spot. What do you have when you mix in some fun-loving students with upscale professional techies? Answer - you end up with hip, trendy & fun. Waterloo boasts a thriving and wonderfully vibrant urban uptown area with fabulous restaurants, intimate cafes, quirky pubs, energetic nightclubs, and a lively public square where there is always something happening. There is a host of inspiring musical entertainment available on a nightly basis, highlighting the exceptional talents of local musicians, singers and songwriters, as well as artists who have a place on the global stage. Whether you like rock, folk, blues, jazz or country, you're guaranteed to get into the groove, and maybe even get a sneak peek at some rising stars. There are coffee bars, wine bars and whiskey bars, state of the art bowling parlours and unique board game guilds, sophisticated jazz clubs and pulsating dance clubs, theatre and concerts, and fine dining and comfortable pubs. In short, there is always some fun happening to suit every taste. Or, you can be like me, head uptown and try to do it all!
First There Is Coffee
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JAMIE ROSS
A coffee bar is the best place to kick off a day of fun, to sit back and relax and plan your nightlife strategy, or perhaps to recover from the night of fun that went before. Death Valley’s Little Brother in uptown Waterloo makes the most whimsical experience out of this morning necessity, and has become a favourite haunt for locals. Settle into the eclectic décor and sip on some of the best lattes, cappuccinos and expressos around – complete with a talented barista’s artistic touch. If you prefer something stronger you can return in the early evening to delve into their large selection of whiskey offerings, the perfect way to kick off the night. Test the single malt, and then ask your server for the story of the rare Jackalope, a cross between an extinct pygmy-deer and a species of killer-rabbit, and one of the rarest animals in the world. Heck, sample enough drams and you might even see one.
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Monigram coffee can be found in historic Cambridge’s main downtown square, surrounded by antique shops, pubs, church spires and beautiful stone bridges that cross the Grand River. The bustling coffee bar occupies a red brick heritage warehouse – that was once a grain and feed foundry, a police precinct, a dry cleaning shop and a tattoo parlour. Owners Monica and Graham Braun, (aha - Monigram!), rescued the building three years ago, 38 and renovated it into the beautiful gathering place it is today; quaint and cozy, with pastries or wholesome soup and fresh baked bread for lunch, with good coffee roasted on the spot. Graham, smartly dressed in plaid pants and red vest, serves the lattes on a tray, discourses with passion on the subject of coffee, and proudly shows off his coffee roaster that has produced an estimated 23,000 lbs. of beans since they opened. Snakes and Ladders, card games, crib and backgammon are available for guests to play while sipping on their rich, silky brew and a variety of live entertainment and events are offered throughout the week such as a story teller’s night, knitting, scotch tastings, backlot song writer evenings, and junior ballet for kids. “Coffee makes you smarter,” Monica points out. I order a second cup.
All Fun and Games If you plan a little wholesome exercise to kick off the evening, try tossing a few balls at Bingemans Kingpin Bowlounge, the biggest bowling venue in the Waterloo Region. Bingemans is a family favourite, with 28 state-of-the-art ten pin lanes. If you have a birthday to celebrate, a special event or a corporate get-together, Kingpin offers a special section for private parties. The high-tech, modern lanes come complete with cozy couches where you can sit back and relax while awaiting your turn.
The effortless computerized scoring eliminates the need for any mathematical prowess, and the giant projection screens add to the entertainment, or embarrassment, depending on the state of your game. Oh well, grab some nibbles and beer at the on-site Boston Pizza and just have fun. Aside from the upscale bowling, Kingpin Bowlounge also features a Playdium Game Centre and the largest outdoor patio in the Waterloo region. For a different kind of gaming fun, head uptown to The Adventurer’s Guild, an eclectic club that claims to stock precisely one metric fun-load of games, (approximately 700), including board games, retro video games, and role-playing games. Owners Kate Cox and Ryan Leandris offer everything from the Game of Thrones and Dungeons and Dragons, to Hungry Hippo and Donkey Kong, as well as craft beer, cider, mead, coffee and tea if you work up a thirst. There are gaming tournaments, special kid and tudent days, lone wolf nights for single players needing playmates, and even a secret guild handshake that Ryan
refused to show me until I paid the $50 six month official membership pass, ($5 for a adventurer’s day pass $2.50 if under 12). It is the perfect amiable gathering place for geeks, (“We have more geeks per capita than anywhere else in Canada,” brags Leandris), students and for the techy crowd in the region.
Catch a Show
find at the larger cinemas. The original Princess Cinema opened in 1985 on the second floor of an historic 19th century brewery building behind the Huether Hotel. The 177 seat cinema features comfortable high-back chairs and a truly funky, independent vibe by maintaining "calendar art-house" programming, for the best in international, independent and Canadian cinema, as well as festival hits, documentaries, mini-festivals,
Another way to approach the night is by taking in a movie
Hollywood classics, cult films and a Live on Stage
at one of the region’s trendy cinemas, or by catching a live production at one of the intimate playhouses in the area. The Apollo Theatre is downtown Kitchener's only independent and licensed cinema, serving local craft beer, wine and cider. During Apollo Feast Nights, the Apollo offers audiences an unparalleled cinematic experience by combining exemplary film programming with a table side food & beverage service.
concert series.
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In 2005 a nearby two-story furniture
house was converted into a second twin cinema with stadium seating. The Princess Twin screens new movies every week, a mix of independent and mainstream cinema. For family-oriented professional live theatre, the Dunfield Theatre overlooks the Grand River in Cambridge. The 500-seat playhouse, clad in beechwood and split-face
The Princess Cinema and the Princess Twin are located
grey concrete block, is owned by the city and leased
in Uptown Waterloo, and feature movies you wouldn't
to Drayton Entertainment.
The City of Cambridge
has aspired to raise its cultural profile and the Dunfield is its flagship, housing administration offices, production and performance
space,
and
short-stay
Live theatre is also available at St. Jacobs Country Playhouse, located at the northern edge of Waterloo Region in the heart of St. Jacobs’ Market District, and in an 1867 renovated
village
schoolhouse called
St. Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre.
This
theatre has only 100 seats and remarkable acoustics. The intimate atmosphere lends itself to cabaret-style performances, where you can enjoy a beverage at your table positioned just a few feet from the stage.
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THINGS TO DO
Max's Golf Centre 800 King St. N., Waterloo ON N2J 4G8 519.746.4653 | maxsgolf.ca Max’s Golf Centre has everything you need. From batting cages and driving range, to fun with friends and family with our mini golf and bubble soccer. Get active with your friends and family this summer at Max’s Golf Centre
Princess Cinemas 46 King St. N., Waterloo, ON N2J 2W8 519.884.5112 | princesscinemas.com Waterloo Region’s Premier Art House Cinemas. Audiences enjoy award-winning international, Hollywood, Canadian & documentary films, touring specialty film festivals & live concerts all year ‘round on the 3 screens in UpTown Waterloo. Local craft beer served.
St. Jacobs & Aberfoyle Model Railway 1440 King St. N., #3, St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0 519.664.3737 | stjacobsmodelrailway.com 40
See North America’s finest O-scale layout! Over 3,000 square feet depicting Southern Ontario during the 1950’s. See hand built models and the one of a kind night scene.
Social Art KW 108 Ahrens St. W., Kitchener, ON, N2H 4C3 socialart.ca Social Art hosts both public and private events at their fantastic studio in Kitchener. From the instruction, to the art, to the beautiful space, you won't find a better artistic experience in the city!
CULTURAL & HERITAGE Cambridge Sculpture Garden
Grand Ave. S., Cambridge, ON N1S 2L7 519.624.8250 | cambridgesculpturegarden.ca Nestled along the historic Grand River and joining the Trans Canada Trail, the CSG offers a central oasis to picnic, walk, contemplate or to attend an art show. See also McDougall Cottage 519.624.8250
The Mennonite Story 1406 King St. N., St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0 519.664.3518 | 1.800.265.3353 stjacobs.com/mennonite-story Take a self-guided tour through this multi-media interpretive centre to learn about Mennonites, including the Old Order of St. Jacobs area, whose main mode of transportation is still by horse & buggy.
West Montrose Covered Bridge 1232 Rivers Edge Dr., West Montrose, ON N0B 2V0 519.669.1647 | woolwich.ca Also known as the Kissing Bridge, the West Montrose Covered Bridge is Ontario’s last remaining covered bridge. It has a 198 ft. span across the Grand River.
Woodside National Historic Site 528 Wellington St. N., Kitchener, ON N2H 5L5 519.571.5684 | 1.888.773.8888 | pc.gc.ca/woodside The boyhood home of William Lyon Mackenzie King, Canada's longest-serving Prime Minister. The house has been restored to the Victorian style of the 1890s.
GOLF Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc. Plant Tour 1055 Fountain St. N., Cambridge, ON N3H 5K2 519.653.1111 | tmmc.ca/en/plants/plant-tours Nothing is more fascinating than seeing how things are made! This 75 minute guided tour takes you into the heart of the Toyota Plant. See how Team Members and robots build the cars.
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Doon Valley Golf Course 500 Doon Valley Dr., Kitchener, ON N2P 1B4 519.741.2939 | kitchenergolf.ca This beautiful natural course runs along the banks of the Grand River and is just minutes from Hwy. 401. Amenities include an 18hole, 9-hole and “pitch and putt” course as well as a driving range.
Max's Golf Centre 800 King St. N., Waterloo ON N2J 4S8 519.746.4653 | maxsgolf.ca Max’s Golf Centre has everything you need. From batting cages and driving range, to fun with friends and family with our mini golf and bubble soccer. Get active with your friends and family this summer at Max’s Golf Centre
Rockway Golf Course 50 Isabella St., St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0 519.664.0900 | waterloocentralrailway.com Enjoy heritage railway travel between St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market District, the Village of St. Jacobs and Woolwich Township. Dieselhauled market train and steam train on special events. December Santa train. – Open from April to December
625 Rockway Dr., Kitchener, ON N2G 3B5 519.741.2949 | kitchenergolf.ca A traditional favourite located in the heart of Kitchener, this gorgeous, mature tree-lined course offers a challenge to golf enthusiasts of all skill levels. – Open seasonally from April to October (weather dependent).
6527 Ellis Rr., Cambridge, ON N3C 2V4 519.489.6767 | puslinchlakegolf.ca Conveniently located just off the 401 and Townline Road in Cambridge. 18 hole par 70 facility that will challenge all levels. Tree lined fairways and small, yet undulating greens, accuracy is a must. Don’t be afraid to pull the driver out and let it rip!
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LIVE THEATRE & PERFORMANCE
What’s Your
Centre In The Square
WATERLOO REGION?
101 Queen St. N., Kitchener, ON N2H 6P7 519.578.1570 | 1.800.265.8977 | centreinthesquare.com
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Centre In The Square is the region’s largest and busiest performing arts centre, playing a leading role in showcasing the best local and international performing arts.
Drayton Festival Theatre
33 Wellington St. S., Drayton, ON N0G 1P0 519.638.5555 | 1.855.372.9866 | draytonfestivaltheatre.com 375 seats with main floor and balcony. 2016 Season: Mamma Mia!, Brighton Beach Memoirs, It Runs in the Family, Smokey Joe's Café.
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Dunfield Theatre Cambridge
46 Grand Ave. S., Cambridge, ON N1S 2L8 519.621.5511 | 1.855.372.9866 dunfieldtheatrecambridge.com 500 seats with a main floor and balcony. 2016 Season: Mamma Mia!, All Shook Up, Legends… of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Unnecessary Farce, Footloose, Sister Act.
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Elmira Theatre Company (ETC)
St. Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre
76 Howard Ave., Elmira, ON N3B 2Z7 519.669.3230 | 1.800.265.8977 | elmiratheatre.com
11 Albert St., St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0 519.747.7788 | draytonentertainment.com
Presenting three quality theatre productions a year in their multi purpose and intimate venue. ETC is an outstanding community theatre celebrating their 35th year. Not to be missed!
Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony Conrad Centre for the Performing Arts
With only 100 seats and remarkable acoustics, the intimate venue lends itself to cabaret-style performances. 2016 Season: Red Rock Diner.
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES Cambridge Centre for the Arts 60 Dickson St., Cambridge, ON N1R 8N1 = 519.740.4681 | cambridgecentreforthearts.ca
42 36 King St. W., Kitchener, ON N2G 1A3 519.745.4711 | 1.888.745.4717 | kwsymphony.ca
Since 1945 the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony has been inspiring audiences with innovative and diverse programming. Recognized as one of Canada’s outstanding orchestras, its 52 full-time musicians perform over 100 concerts annually. Season performances from September to May.
Maxwell's Concert & Events
A municipally operated community arts centre with a mandate to provide quality arts programming through classes, workshops, an art gallery, special events and an artist-in-residence program.
Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery 25 Caroline St. N., Waterloo, ON N2L 2Y5 519.746.1882 | theclayandglass.ca Experience exhibitions of contemporary ceramic and glass art. Get creative with hands-on programs. Visit the Shop for unique items by artists from across Canada.
Castle Kilbride National Historic Site
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60 Snyder's Rd. W., Baden, ON N3A 1A1 519.634.8444 | 1.800.469.5576 | castlekilbride.ca
35 University Ave. E., Waterloo, ON N2J 2V9 226.240.7020 | maxwellswaterloo.com
Explore the 1877 mansion of James Livingston, Canada’s “Flax Mill King.” See exotic furnishings and rare Trompe L’oeil (“fools the eye”) murals. A tour through this museum is a journey into the lavish Victorian era! – Open from March to December.
Maxwell's Concerts & Events is a licensed live music and events establishment located in the heart of Waterloo. Maxwell's offers a unique & customizable experience for 100 to over 700 guests.
City of Waterloo Museum - Inside Conestoge Mall
St. Jacobs Country Playhouse
550 King St. N., Waterloo, ON N2L 5W6 519.885.8828 | waterloo.ca Alternating exhibits throughout the year between artifacts from the permanent collection and hosting travelling exhibitions.
Fashion History Museum 74 Queen St. E., Cambridge, ON N3C 2B1 519.654.0009 | fashionhistorymuseum.com 40 Benjamin Rd. E., Waterloo, ON N2V 2J9 519.747.7788 | stjacobscountryplayhouse.com A 400 seats with a main floor and balcony. 2016 Season: Anything Goes, The Men’s Foursome, The Ladies Foursome, Marathon of Hope: The Musical (World Premiere), Cinderella: The Panto.
Open Noon to 5:00 pm, Wed-Sun. Gallery One: To Meet the Queen (March 12 - May 29); Barbie's Boyfriend Ken: The 1960s (June 1 Sept 11). Gallery Two: Tying the Knot: 200 Years of Wedding Attire (May 4 - Dec 18).
56 Dickson St., Cambridge, ON 519.621.1144 | firehallmuseum.ca
Waterloo Region Museum & Doon Heritage Village
Explore the Fire Hall Museum and Education Centre and learn about the history of fire service in Cambridge and surrounding areas. Browse the Fire Hall Museum gift shop, vintage toy trains, fire trucks and so much more. The museum is open Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Idea Exchange
1 North Square, Cambridge, ON N1S 2K6 ideaexchange.org Idea Exchange art + design presents exhibitions of contemporary art, architecture and design from three locations in the City of Cambridge: Design at Riverside, Preston and Queen’s Square. Admission is free and all are welcome.
Joseph Schneider Haus Museum
466 Queen St. S., Kitchener, ON N2G 1W7 519.742.7752 | josephschneiderhaus.com A National Historic Site and the farm home of one of the area's early American settlers. Costumed staff, special events and summer theme weeks. Changing exhibitions in the galleries. Open from midFebruary to December 24.
Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery
101 Queen St. N., Kitchener, ON N2H 6P7 519.579.5860 | kwag.ca
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Fire Hall Museum & Education Centre
10 Huron Rd., Kitchener, ON N2P 2R7 519.748.1914 | waterlooregionmuseum.com The largest community museum in Ontario. The main gallery tells the story of Waterloo Region and the feature gallery showcases rotating local and travelling exhibits from around the world. Entrance to Doon Heritage Village, a 60 acre living history village.
OUTDOORS & RECREATION Airborne Trampoline KW 115 Saltsman Dr., Unit 11, Cambridge, ON N3H 4R7 519.653.7713 | airbornetrampoline.ca
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Airborne Trampoline offers recreational and freestyle classes, fantastic birthday parties, summer & March Break day camps, public jumping, special needs classes, and competitive training. Airborne Trampoline has large, super bouncy Olympic trampolines and certified trampoline coaches.
A public art gallery with a permanent collection of over 4,000 works. The Gallery presents imaginative, original exhibitions with a focus on contemporary art, often accompanied by tours, talks, publications, videos and special events. Free Admission.
McDougall Cottage
89 Grand Ave. S., Cambridge, ON N1S 2L7 519.624.8250 | mcdougallcottage.com A charming stone cottage featuring heritage gardens that showcases Scottish culture. Unique trompe l'oeil friezes, monthly Ceilidhs, Tartan Teas, 'Kids in Kilts' Craft shows and more. Open from the first Thursday in March to mid-December.
1441 King St. N., St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0 519.664.1133 | 1.800.265.3353 | stjacobs.com
Venture into this historic flour mill and discover stories of St. Jacobs, Ontario's Maple Syrup Museum and an H-O scale model rail exhibit of the surrounding area. Explore the silo maze and find fantastic one of a kind artisan creations, and great coffee too.
THEMUSEUM
10 King St. W., Kitchener, ON N2G 1A3 519.749.9387 | THEMUSEUM.ca Featuring five floors of interactive and diverse exhibits and programs for people and families of all ages. THEMUSEUM in downtown Kitchener has something for the young at heart.
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Canoeing the Grand 3734 King St. E., Kitchener, ON N2P 2G5 519.896.0290 | 1.877.896.0290 | canoeingthegrand.com Canoeing the Grand provides canoe, kayak and tubing rental trips for families and groups up to 200 persons, including shuttle service from Cambridge to Elora and all points in between. – Open seasonally from April to November
Cambridge Riverside Park 49 King St. W., Cambridge, ON 519.740.4681 | cambridge.ca Located just south of Hwy. 401 with access off King St. and Speedvale Rd. in Cambridge. It offers a range of sports venues from premier softball and baseball to football and soccer.
Chicopee 396 Morrison Rd., Kitchener, ON N2E 0E6 519.894.5610 | 1.877.244.2673 | chicopee.ca A not-for-profit, four season recreational facility, offering unique and memorable experiences through fun-filled programs, activities and events. Activities include: skiing, snowboarding, biking, climbing, disc golf, tennis, beach volleyball and youth camps.
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Chicopee Tube Park 1600 River Rd. E., Kitchener, ON N2A 4K8 519.895.2322 | 1.877.766.8823 | chicopeetubepark.com Ideal for birthdays and families. Summer: open 7 days a week, eurobungy trampoline, horizontal ropes, spiderweb tower and the longest & highest zip lines in Southern Ontario. Winter tubing with night lighting.
Conestogo River Horseback Adventures 535 Northfield Dr. E., Waterloo, ON N2J 4G8 519.888.6503 | horsebackadventures.ca Conestogo River Horseback Adventures is truly an adventure for the whole family from trail rides to summer day camps to corporate parties, Conestogo River is your best choice for a laid back day on the range.
Grand Experiences
113 Grand River St. N., Paris, ON N3L 2M4 519.442.3654 | 1.888.258.0441 | grand-experiences.com ExploreWaterlooRegion.com
Amazing adventures in awesome places along Waterloo Region’s rivers & trails. Known for canoe & kayak trips, and an Ontario Signature Experience bicycle tour of St. Jacobs Country.
Great Lakes Helicopter 12-4881 Fountain St. N., Breslau, ON N0B 1M0 519.648.3732 | 1.877.648.3732 | greatlakeshelicopter.ca Live the Dream. Come fly! The sightseeing tours are a great way to experience Waterloo Region. If flying is in your heart, Great Lakes Helicopter is the place to start.
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801 Trillium Dr., Kitchener, ON 519.741.2345 | kitchener.ca Huron Natural Area is an awe-inspiring 107-hectare destination for nature lovers, families, trail walkers, photographers. Surround yourself in nature without leaving the city. Check out the new natural playground.
Waterloo Warbirds 4B-4881 Fountain St. N., Breslau, ON N0B 1MO 519.514.0532 | waterloowarbirds.com | @waterloowarbird Have you ever dreamt of buzzing down a runway at low level, pulling into a hard 4G turn or roll gracefully through the air in some of the coolest jets flying?
Laurel Creek Conservation Area (GRCA) 625 Westmount Rd., RR 3, Waterloo, ON N2J 3Z4 519.884.6620 | grandriver.ca Laurel Creek is a quiet place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Swimming, windsurfing, hiking, camping and bird watching are popular activities. The conservation area offers a beach and three picnic shelters.
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Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area (GRCA) 468 Pinehurst Rd., RR 3, Ayr, ON N0B 1E0 519.442.4721 | grandriver.ca
Shade's Mills Conservation Area (GRCA) 450 Avenue Rd., Cambridge ON N1R 5S4 519.621.3697 | grandriver.ca Activities include swimming, sport fishing and canoeing. There are 12 km of hiking trails and fishing in the reservoir. Enjoy cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and ice fishing during the winter.
St. Jacobs Horse Drawn Tours 878 Weber St. N., Woolwich, ON N2J 4G9 519.595-3688 | stjacobshorsedrawntours.com People of all ages can enjoy a wide variety of country tours including Mennonite farm tour, maple sugar bush tour and winter sleigh rides.
Victoria Park 80 Schneider Ave., Kitchener, ON N2G 1K9 519.741.2345 | kitchener.ca Victoria Park is Downtown Kitchener’s premier destination for recreation from skating to leisurely walks and events like Kidspark and Ribfest. Amenities include playgrounds, splashpads, open fields and its signature lake.
Waterloo Park 50 Young St., W., Waterloo, ON 519.725.0511 | waterloo.ca Waterloo Park is the premier park in the City of Waterloo. Often called the "jewel of the city," Waterloo Park boasts 45 hectares (111 acres) of prime parkland, with a multitude of active and passive uses.
Waterloo Public Square 75 King St. S, Waterloo, ON N2J 1P2 519.747.6125 | waterloo.ca The Waterloo Public Square is a place for friends and neighbours to gather in the heart of vibrant UpTown Waterloo. The City of Waterloo works with many groups and organizations to ensure the square is hopping with activity, from concerts and festivals, to fitness programs, markets and everything in between.
550 King St. N., Waterloo ON N2L 5W6 519.886.5500 | conestogamall.com
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Waterloo's premier shopping destination. There’s a lot to do at Conestoga Mall! You can shop at over 130 retailers, including Apple, Bench, H&M, Justice, Pandora and Pink by Victoria’s Secret; dine at the landmark Food Court or catch a show at Galaxy Cinema.
Market Road Antiques 845 Weber St. N., Waterloo, ON N2V 1V8 519.746.1999 | 1.877.946.1999 | stjacobs.com/antiques A treasure house of over 100 dealers in a bright, pleasant space of 20,000 square feet! Find furniture, glassware, estate jewelry, vintage items and more. Open every day including holidays.
Southworks Outlet Mall 64 Grand Ave. S., Cambridge, ON N1S 2L8 519.740.0380 | southworks.ca Over 25 unique independent retail shops and outlets and Canada’s largest indoor antique mall – all in a 169-year-old retired foundry. Open 363 days a year. Southworks…you’ll like it…it’s different.
St. Jacobs Silo Shops & Exhibits 1441 King St. N., St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0 519.664.2421 | stjacobs.com Browse through the Silos where artisans craft their wares including pottery and weaving. Visit a coffee roastery, and take time to see intriguing exhibits in the Mill’s basement.
St. Jacobs Outlets 25 Benjamin Rd. E., Waterloo, ON N2V 2G8 519.888.0138 | stjacobsoutlets.com Clothing, footwear, decor, housewares & toys from top brands including Jones New York, Paderno, Corningware, Levi's, Royal Doulton, more. Open every day (except Dec 25, Jan 1).
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Pinehurst Lake has a sandy beach and is surrounded by natural Carolinian forest. From May to October it offers camping, swimming, fishing, boating, picnicking and hiking; in the winter, snowshoeing , ice fishing and cross-country skiing.
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Village of St. Jacobs St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0 519.664.1133 | 1.800.265.3353 | stjacobs.com
Visit this Waterloo Region backyard gem just 3 kilometres north of the St. Jacobs Farmer's Market. Open 7 days a week. Great shopping and a place to learn about Mennonite culture, along with restaurants, quirky exhibits and galleries.
SPAS The Spa at Langdon Hall
FLY FROM HOME
1 Langdon Dr., Cambridge, ON N3H 4R8 519.740.2100 | 1.800.268.1898 | langdonhall.ca One of Canada's top hotels offering Relais & Chateaux luxury including accommodations, Five Diamond dining, a full-service day spa, all surrounded by tranquil gardens and 12 km of trails. Experience #LangdonLuxury your way.
The Rock Spa / Stonebridge Imports 396B Victoria St. N., Kitchener ON N2E 5H6 226.444.0176 | therockspa.com Stonebridge Imports/The Rock Spa has one of Canada's largest selection of crystals, gems, beads and home decor plus a full suite of relaxing and healing modalities - 5000 sq. feet of beauty!
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The Puddicombe House Salon & Spa 145 Peel St., New Hamburg, ON N3A 1E7 519.662.2111 | 1.855.699.2111 | puddicombehouse.com
The Puddicombe House was built in 1868. In 2006, the house was extensively restored to accommodate a full service restaurant, spa and hair salon as well as a bed and breakfast. The house features impressive Italianate architecture and rich dĂŠcor.
SPORTS The Aud 400 East Ave., Kitchener, ON N2H 1Z6 519.741.2699 | theaud.ca
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The Aud is a premier sport and entertainment venue, hosting national and international competitions, shows, and trade shows. Some elite franchises call The Aud "home", including the Rangers (OHL), Kw Braves (Junior A Lacrosse), Dtuchmen (GOJHL) and the Panthers (IBL) who play in the Jack Couch Ball Park.
Activa Sportsplex 135 Lennox Lewis Way, Kitchener, ON 519.741.2699 | theaud.ca Activa Sportsplex is a 108,487 sq ft multi-purpose athletic facility that hosts ice sports, summer indoor sports, boxing, and recreational walking. The environmentally-friendly venue is the first arena facility to receive LEED certification.
Galt Arena Gardens 98 Shade St., Cambridge, ON 519.740.4681 | cambridge.ca The Region of Waterloo International Airport is owned and operated by the Regional Municipality of Waterloo, Ontario (Canada).
The oldest continually operating arena in the world – opened in 1922. Features an ice surface of 185 ft. x 85 ft. and a meeting room with capacity for 100 people.
Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex
640 Ellis Rd., Cambridge, ON 519.740.4681 | cambridge.ca
101 Father David Bauer Dr., Waterloo, ON N2J 4A8 519.886.1177 | waterloo.ca
Features two 200 ft. x 100 ft. ice rinks with seating capacity of 720 in rink 1 and 300 people in rink 2. Meeting rooms are also available with capacity of up to 350. Kitchen, bar and stage available.
Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex offers a variety of recreational and rental opportunities. The facility features Sun Life Financial Arena - an Olympic-size ice surface, and a track, indoor pool, and meeting rooms..
North Dumfries Community Complex 2958 Greenfield Rd., Ayr, ON 519.632.8800 | northdumfries.ca The NDCC offers an ice rink for public use, a walking track around the upper area of the skating rink, a seniors lounge & a youth room.
Preston Memorial Auditorium 1458 Hamilton St., Cambridge, ON 519.740.4681 | cambridge.ca The arena features an ice surface of 80 ft. x 180 ft. and permanent seating capacity for 1,000. Meeting space is also available for up to 175 people. Kitchen, bar and stage are also provided. Wheelchair accessible
RIM Park
2001 University Ave. E., Waterloo, ON N2K 4K4 519.884.5363 | waterloo.ca Home of the Manulife Financial Sportsplex and Healthy Living Centre - is the City of Waterloo's premier recreation and park complex. Many exciting events are held at RIM Park each year, drawing large crowds to the world-class venue.
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Wilmot Recreation Complex 1291 Nafziger Rd., Baden, ON N3A 0C4 519.634.9225 | wilmot.ca An ideal venue for home shows, trade shows and special events. The facility offers an expansive lobby on two levels, two NHL sized arenas/ice surfaces, an aquatic centre, a community centre with a well equipped kitchen, and four meeting rooms. The Wilmot Recreation Complex is easily accessible from Highway 7 & 8 with parking for 600 vehicles.
Woolwich Memorial Centre 24 Snyder Ave. S., Elmira, ON N3B 1Y9 519.669.1647 | woolwich.ca
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Offers two NHL-sized ice surfaces, two pools, a fitness centre and walking track. The facility also includes a community centre, concession, Concourse Cafe, two meeting rooms and offices for minor sport teams.
Shop at over 130 retailers including Apple, Bench, H&M, Justice, Pandora, and Pink by Victoria’s Secret, dine at our landmark Food Court, or catch a show at Galaxy Cinema.
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Enjoy a Bite The atmosphere of the Lancaster Smokehouse, or “Lanc,” as it is known by locals, is casual, with downhome comfort food. Owner and chef Chris Corrigan, who professes to being “a foodie before foodie was a word,” brings to the table a love for southern cuisine, and for the barbecue. The ribs, chicken, brisket and sausages are smoked on premises. Dishes are made from scratch in-house, including the sauces, dressings and even the mayonnaise. To accompany a sampler meat platter, try one of the region’s delectable craft brews. Head to the Lanc for live music each Friday night. “We have some great local talent. ” says Corrigan. At the corner of King and Queen Streets, at the base of the historic Walper Hotel, is TWH Social, bringing a contemporary sophistication to downtown Kitchener, with great food and late night music in an upscale casual atmosphere. Or head to uptown Waterloo for cocktails at
the White Rabbit, a popular pub that caters to hip locals and curious travelers, an intimate room dedicated to apothecary-inspired concoctions and a fine-dining menu. Try a martini, or a single malt taster paddle. The White Rabbit is named after the first spirits house opened by Jack Daniels in Tennessee in 1892. You will find the staff friendly, the place is always rocking, with a little hip-hop by a DJ every Sunday evening. For the best in beer selection and excellent food, may I suggest the Beertown Public House; there is one in both Cambridge and Waterloo. Try a Paddle Tour, a flight taster of the local craft beer offerings, and their gourmet burgers are excellent. Staying with the beer theme, head to Abe Erb, located in the heart of uptown Waterloo. Named after the founder of Waterloo, Abraham Erb, this happening microbrewery is dedicated to craftsmanship, in its combination of premium craft ales, great food and live entertainment.
An Easy Start to the Evening
Dancing the Night Away
Located just west of the Grand River in the quaint village of Blair, the Easy Pour Wine Bar is the place to taste, explore and enjoy a relaxing wine experience, whether you are an avid wine connoisseur or a novice taster. The heritage designated property, built in 1856, radiates warmth and charm in its rustic surroundings.
After the Jazz Room, head across the street to further your nightlife education at Night School, a vibrant nightclub. I am told that there used to be a tunnel from the Huether Hotel under the street to the club, to bootleg whiskey during prohibition, but I can’t find the shortcut. So, when the jazz shuts down for the night, I follow the sound of nearby music. Tucked in behind
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The Jazz Room, operated by the Grand River Jazz Society, is located in uptown Waterloo, nestled on street level in the historic Huether Hotel. Its ambiance is wonderful; intimate, cozy and laid back. You can really feel the connection with the performers. The club is hopping for the Friday (local talent) and Saturday night (international circuit) performances. Grand River Jazz has a dual mandate—to support exceptional local musicians and to invite talent from elsewhere for local audiences to hear. They have also tried to change the over-forty audience demographic by offering half price tickets to those under 30. “We have seen a 20 percent increase in our younger membership,” says society chair, John Lord. Tonight we are entertained by the talented Ted Gibbons Band, a Jazz Room regular. “We love this venue,” states Gibbons. “It is superior to anything they have in Toronto or New York.” What could be better than sipping on a glass of red wine in this friendly environment, while tapping your feet to the sultry rhythm of jazz?
Night School is the alternative dance club called The 49 Order. These disco-techs are the antithesis of the jazz room – full of energy, pulsating dance music, light displays, and a notably younger clientele – night school age! You name it - music, theatre, dance - it's all here! Choose your place and set the pace - share stories and beers on a patio, cocktails in a classy lounge, or get your groove on to a DJ in a club. The Waterloo Region comes alive each and every evening with the hustle and bustle of patrons excited to see live theatre, tap their foot to some jazz, take the family to see a movie at an historic theatre, play some games, hit some pins, sample the delicacies of the trendy restaurants and cafés, visit a wine, whiskey or coffee bar, take in the latest and greatest in local live music at one of the hip pubs, or dance the night away. If you liked the Waterloo Region in the day, you’re in for a whole new experience at night! www.explorewaterlooregion.ca
Take a walk up the "Crooked Stairs" and seat yourself in a comfortable lounge chair. Utilizing locally grown produce and the freshest ingredients, the wine bar’s innovative Chef creates the perfect compliments to enhance your wine experience. Target Tuesday nights for some live entertainment.
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JULY 2016 July 1: Canada Day in DTK
Downtown Kitchener | kitchenerevents.ca
July 8: Cruising on King Street
Downtown Kitchener | kitchenerevents.ca
MAY 2016 May 20-23: KW Spring Psychic Fair
July 8-10: Great Hespeler Reunion 2016
May 24-28: Quilt & Fibre Art Festival
July 8-10: Kultrun World Music Festival
May 27-29: New Hamburg Mennonite Relief Sale 251 Jacob St., New Hamburg, ON nhmrs.com
JUNE 2016 June 4-5: Everafter Music Fest
425 Bingemans Centre Dr., Kitchener, ON everaftermusicfest.com
June 4 & 11: 13 Hours in Hell
425 Bingemans Centre Dr., Kitchener, ON screampark.ca
June 12: Cambridge Tour de Grand 200 Christopher Dr., Cambridge ON cambridgetourdegrand.com
June 17: Mayor's Celebration of the Arts
Cambridge City Hall 50 Dickson St., Cambridge ON cambridge.ca/cmca ExploreWaterlooRegion.com
Bingemans Centre | CMTmusicfest.com
Bingemans | fspsychicfairs.com 425 Bingemans Centre Dr
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July 8-9: CMT Music Festival
June 18: Summer Lights Festival Downtown Kitchener summerlightsfestival.com
June18: Solstice Sampling
Various venues in UpTown Waterloo uptownwaterloobia.com/solstice-sampling
June 25: KOI Music Festival
Centre In The Square - Parking Lot centreinthesquare.com/the-parking-lot
June 25-26: KW Multicultural Festival
Victoria Park, Kitchener | kitchenerevents.ca
Queen St. | hespelerreunion.com
Victoria Park | nerudaarts.ca/kultrun
July 15-16: Cambridge Highland Games Churchill Park | cambridgehighlandgames.ca
July 15-17: Ribfest and Craft Beer
Victoria Park | kitchenerribandbeerfest.com
July 15-17: Sun Life Financial Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival UpTown Waterloo | uptownwaterloojazz.ca
July 22-23: Rock and Rumble Epic Bike Rally Downtown Kitchener | kitchenerevents.ca
July 22: Kitchener Twilight Grand Prix
Various locations in Kitchener | cyclewaterloo.com
July 29-31: Mill Race Festival of Traditional Folk Music Downtown Galt | millracefolksociety.com
OCTOBER 2016
August 4-7: TD Kitchener Blues Festival
October 7-15: KW Oktoberfest
August 6: Baden Corn Festival
October 10: Thanksgiving Day Parade
August 13-14: Cambridge International Street Art Festival
October 15: SausageFest
Downtown Kitchener | kitchenerbluesfestival.com Downtown Baden | badencornfest.ca
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Various locations | oktoberfest.ca
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Waterloo Public Square | waterloo.ca/sausagefest
August 20: Aviation Fun Day
October 15: Great Oktoberfest Barrel Race
August 20-21: MOPARfest
October 24-29: Grand River Film Festival
Waterloo Regional Airport | waterlooairport.ca New Hamburg Fair Grounds | moparfest.com
August 25-28: Sun Life Financial Waterloo Buskers Carnival UpTown Waterloo | waterloobuskers.com
August 31 - September 4: Manulife LPGA Classic Whistle Bear Golf Course | manulifeclassic.ca
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UpTown Waterloo | uptownwaterlooBIA.ca Various locations | grff.ca
NOVEMBER 2016 November 17-20: St. Jacobs Sparkles
Village of St. Jacobs | stjacobs.com/sparkles
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November 5: Night\Shift
Downtown Kitchener | nightshiftwr.ca
November 18- December 31: Victorian Christmas Castle Kilbride | castlekilbride.ca
November 23 - December 31: Christmas In Cambridge
Various locations in Cambridge | cambridge.ca
September 2-5: KW Fall Psychic Fair Bingemans Centre | fspsychicfairs.com
September 15-18: New Hamburg Fall Fair
251 St.Jacobs, New Hamburg | newhamburgfallfair.ca
September 17: Doors Open Waterloo Region Various locations | regionofwaterloo.ca
September 17: Mighty Machines Showcase Chicopee | mightmachinesshowcase.com
September 17: Royal Medieval Faire Waterloo Park | royalmedievalfaire.org
September 24: Wellesley Apple Butter & Cheese Festival Wellesley | wellesleyABCfestival.ca
September 25: Tour De Hans
Kitchener-Waterloo | tourdehans.oktoberfest.ca
DECEMBER 2016 December 1-4: Christkindl Festival Kitchener City Hall | christkindl.ca
December 3: Christmas Fantasy
Downtown Kitchener | downtownkitchener.ca
December 8: Phil Kline Unsilent Night Downtown Galt | unsilentnight.com
December 31: New Year's Eve
Waterloo Public Square | waterloo.ca
December 31: New Year's Eve Kitchener City Hall | kitchener.ca
APRIL 2017 April 1: Elmira Maple Syrup Festival 24 Church St. W., Elmira, ON elmiramaplesyrup.com
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Calling All Food ies aterloo Region is possessed of an embarrassment of riches when it comes to restaurants and food experiences. With nearly half-a-million population, the Region’s dining is diverse and represented by a world of cultures and cuisines, from Thai to Chinese to Portuguese to El Salvadoran to German and on to Turkish and African.
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It is not possible to include all the restaurants that help define Waterloo Region’s food culture, but this overview captures a few of the venues that are representative and emblematic of this growing food and restaurant landscape. Waterloo Region has retained an important proximity to its unique “sense-of-place” food history and personality – its terroir – which embraces local farmers and producers. For example, it is a rare food landscape where one can boast about eating a piece of apple strudel at the historic Walper Hotel, anchored at 1 King Street at Queen Street in downtown Kitchener, and within 15 minutes be standing in the St. Jacobs apple orchard where those apples grew. How’s that for local food? Here is a short scan of what is on offer in each of Waterloo Region’s “boroughs” – acknowledging that many other sandwich shops, burger joints, cafes and an impressive array of international restaurants are located across the Region. Listed are some of the highlights only.
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CENTRE CITY KITCHENER The central downtown of Kitchener blends upscale casual dining and take-out venues with international flavours. Top Canadian chef Jonathan Gushue has opened The Berlin on King Street, a nod to Kitchener’s historic past and its earlier name. Next door is the Walper’s TWH Social and across the street is a pub with a large craftbeer following, B@THEMUSEUM. Around the corner is the Grand Truck Saloon with its specialty cocktails and southern U.S. soul food. To the north the “Duke Food Block” has Indian, Chinese, burgers, Tex-Mex and wood-fired pizza. In the west end is Gilt Restaurant and next door is a juice bar, a pho restaurant, a Turkish restaurant and road house-type bars. Kinkaku Izakaya, across from Kitchener City Hall, is perhaps the best sushi in the Region.
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Duke Street Food Block - photo by © Google Street View 2016
Scattered throughout the downtown are Thai-Vietnamese, Ethiopian, Caribbean and vegetarian restaurants. With several venues serving the El Salvadoran national street food – corn-flour pancakes griddle-fried plain or stuffed with beans, cheese or pork – Kitchener is a hot bed for the pupusa.
UPTOWN WATERLOO Uptown Waterloo has an old-school dim sum Chinese restaurant, Neapolitan thin-crust pizza, coffee houses, and there’s craft beer and eats at Abe Erb and Beertown. 55 Uptown 21 sets the standard for inventive cooking drawing on local and seasonal ingredients; their funky and casual sister-restaurant is Taco Farm Co. Similar inventiveness characterizes Red House on William Street. Jane Bond Café has music and vegetarian fare, while White Rabbit calls itself a “spirit house” claiming the largest back-bar in the Region. Death Valley’s Little Brother (“DVLB”) is a popular venue for excellent espresso, pour-over coffee and a range of whiskies. Vinyl spins in the evenings.
The Kitchener Market, one of the best and oldest farmers’ markets in Waterloo Region, has fresh local food downstairs and restaurant stalls upstairs serving a wide range of food from Mexican to Germanic to Caribbean.
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Located in the area of Weber Street East and Fairway Road, this neighbourhood is home to the Charcoal Steak House (celebrating 60 years). Downstairs the newly refurbished Del’s Enoteca has upped the ante on Italianinspired food. Up the street, Fork and Cork Grill boasts sharing plates menu items, and The Bent Elbow has perhaps the Region’s most extensive beer selection. Head to Manitou Drive for the best veal parmigiano “sangweech” in southwestern Ontario at Nostra Cucina.
Located in an older residential Waterloo neighbourhood on Roger Street, is Ambrosia Pastry Co., the Region’s premiere chocolatier and baker of the unique Breton laminated pastry the “kouign amann.”
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In its own small hub are The Bauer Kitchen, a vegetarian and juice-bar restaurant, and the busy Vincenzo’s Italian market which includes a grab-and-go tavola calda and pop-up lunches. Sabletine prepares French pastries and light lunches a few doors down.
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FARMERS’ MARKETS Cambridge Farmers' Market
Wheelchair Accessible
40 Dickson St., Cambridge, ON N1R 5W8 519.740.4680 | cambridge.ca/market
BREWERIES Bitte Schon Brauhaus
68 Huron St., New Hamburg, ON N3A 1J3 @Bitteschonbrau | bitteschonbrauhaus.com A boutique craft brewery servicing New Hamburg, Wilmot and surrounding areas. We create German-style beers. We are small but we are mighty. Stop in for a pint or a take-away! Opening Summer 2016!
Kitchener Market
Block Three Brewing
Enjoy a trip to the Saturday farmers’ market for fresh produce, cheese, meat, treats, flowers, crafts and more. Visit the market Tuesdays through Saturdays for lunch prepared daily by international cuisine vendors.
300 King St. E., Kitchener, ON N2G 2L3 519.741.2287 | kitchenermarket.ca
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The Cambridge Farmers’ Market has something for everyone! Aromas of hot-prepared foods will tempt you as you explore the market’s wide variety of meats, cheese, chutneys, pies, confections, preserves and seasonal vegetables. Join us, there is always something happening at the market. – Saturday, year round market 7:00 am - 1:00 pm. Wednesday, seasonal outdoor market June 1 August 31, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm.
Great things come in small batches. Visit for a complimentary tour and tasting. You can also buy beer to go from the on-site retail store.
Descendants Beer & Beverage Co.
319 Victoria St. N., Kitchener, ON N2H 5E1 519.581.7871 | descendantsbeer.com Bring friends for a night out or pick up some bottles to go! Kitchener’s award-winning brewery offers a bierhalle atmosphere, private event space, bottle shop & seasonal patio. Tours available. Opening April 2016.
St. Jacobs Farmers' Market 878 Weber St. N., Waterloo, ON N2J 4A9 519.747.1830 | 1.800.265.3353 stjacobs.com/farmers-market Experience Canada’s largest year-round farmers’ market with 100s of vendors in a variety of buildings and a colourful outdoor area, featuring local & imported foods and crafts of every description! Open Thursday & Saturday year round, 7am-3:30pm & Tuesday June 14th - August 31st, 2016 from 8 am - 3 pm.
RESTAURANTS Grand River Brewing
Abe Erb Brewing Company
295 Ainslie St. S., Cambridge, ON N1R 3L3 519.620.3233 | grandriverbrewing.com Award-winning craft brewery located in a historic building in downtown Galt (Cambridge) along the Grand River. Tasting room available. Open 7 days a week.
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Innocente Brewing Company
15 King St. S., Waterloo, ON N2J 1N9 519.886.4518 | abeerb.com Located in Uptown and named after the founder of Waterloo, Abraham Erb, this microbrewery & beer shop is dedicated to integrity, solidarity & craftsmanship. Their trifecta is the combination of premium craft ales, great food & live entertainment.
Anna Mae’s Restaurant & Bakery 283 Northfield Dr. E., Unit 8, Waterloo, ON N2J 4G8 519.725.1253 | innocente.ca
4060 Perth Line 72, Millbank, ON N0K 1L0 519.595.4407 | annamaes.ca
This family owned and operated craft brewery is about quality, craftmanship, and the science of beer making. The retail bottle shop is open 7 days a week for tours and tastings.
As seen on the Food Network's YOU GOTTA EAT HERE! Anna Mae's is a great family owned business in the heart of Amish Country. Come in and try the famous Broasted Chicken, homemade Mennonite meals and baked goods. Eat-in or take-out. Gluten free baking available.
105 King St. E., Kitchener, ON N2G 2K8 519.569.4592 | kw-restaurants.com Dive into Aqua’s modern vibe and seafood inspired menu while unwinding at one of the communal tables with charge ports or the extensive bar. Dining includes complimentary parking.
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Aqua Lounge & Restaurant
384 Arthur St. S., Elmira, ON N3B 2P6 519.669.8117 | 1.877.496.8117 | crossroadsrestaurant.ca
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Family style restaurant in the heart of Ontario’s Mennonite country. Close to St. Jacobs, we are central for many types of tours. Homestyle cooking, daily buffets and menu dining. Adjoining gift and quilt stores add shopping options to your dining experience.
B@THEMUSEUM 10 King St. W., Kitchener, ON N2G 2G8 519.742.2337 | bhere.ca Welcome to B@THEMUSEUM in downtown Kitchener. If you are you a lover of local craft beers, fresh local foods, and a unique, comfortable space to kick back and enjoy, you'll be right at home.
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The Bauer Kitchen & Bauer Bakery Café
187 King Street South, Unit 102, Waterloo, ON N2J 1R1 519.772.0790 | thebauerkitchen.ca The original Midtown restaurant - Soho inspired industrial setting, known for our Saturday & Sunday brunch, Brown Booze Bar and spectacular service and cuisine. Hit up the café for your daily treat baked in-house and our amazing coffee!
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45 King St. W., Kitchener, ON N2G 1A1 519.208.8555 | theberlinkw.ca The Berlin is not your average neighbourhood restaurant. A destination for amazing food, service and culture, the ever changing menu allows Chef Jonathan Gushue to showcase the best of seasonal and local ingredients paired with an old world inspired wine list and craft cocktail menu.
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The Berlin
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Beertown Public House Cambridge
Bruce Restaurant & Lounge 700 Hespeler Rd., Cambridge, ON N3H 5L8 519.622.5252 | cambridgehotel.ca/the-bruce-restaurant Cambridge’s premier casual dining destination, the Bruce Restaurant and Lounge. The Chefs at the Bruce have worked to create menus to suit every taste, featuring local, fresh and seasonal ingredients and a flair for the extraordinary.
561 Hespeler Rd., Cambridge, ON N1R 6J4 519.629.0288 | beertown.ca Modern beer bar & chef-driven kitchen that quenches your thirst for the unconventional. An endless stream of well-crafted beer and food. Social, playfully rebellious, infectiously enthusiastic – we’re fiercely passionate about what we do.
Cambridge Mill 130 Water St. N., Cambridge, ON N1R 1P1 519.624.1828 | cambridgemill.ca Honouring the past in the style of today. Our chefs take familiar classic dishes and turn them into something innovative, timeless and always deliciously satisfying. Open lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.
Concordia Club Beertown Public House Waterloo
429 Ottawa St. S., Kitchener, ON N2M 3P6 519.745.5617 | concordiaclub.ca Visit this Schenke Restaurant. A true taste of Germany! Traditional German menu with food that really “schmecks” good. Join US for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch…. more than just Oktoberfest!
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(The Olde) Heidelberg Restaurant Tavern & Motel 75 King St. S., Waterloo, ON N2J 1P2 519.885.5151 | beertown.ca Modern beer bar & chef-driven kitchen that quenches your thirst for the unconventional. An endless stream of well-crafted beer and food. Social, playfully rebellious, infectiously enthusiastic – we’re fiercely passionate about what we do.
The Boathouse 57 Jubilee Dr., Victoria Park, Kitchener, ON N2G 6T4 519.749.8080 | kwboathouse.ca The Boathouse is a restaurant and live-music venue in the heart of Kitchener’s Victoria Park with the best patio in town. The Boathouse promises to satisfy your culinary and cultural desires.
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Boston Pizza Kingpin Bowlounge
3006 Lobsinger Line, RR 15, Heidelberg, ON N0B 2M1 519.699.4413 | oldhh.com Good food – friendly service. Established in 1860 as a stagecoach stop, the Heidelberg Restaurant is renowned for its generous servings of ribs, pigtails, smoked pork hocks, sausages, schnitzel and sauerkraut.
Jacob's Grill 1398 King St. N., St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0 519.664.2575 | jacobsgrill.ca A popular neighbourhood grill in downtown St. Jacobs. Jacob’s Grill features wings, burgers, pizza, salads, proper fish and chips and decadent desserts with a commitment to locally produced and sourced food products.
The Lancaster Smokehouse
574 Lancaster St. W., Kitchener, ON N2K 1M3 519.743.4331 | lancsmokehouse.com Waterloo Region's original Southern BBQ joint! Using the finest fresh local ingredients and cooking everything from scratch! Award winning authentic southern cookery meets Waterloo County fare!
Monigram Coffee Roasters 425 Bingemans Centre Dr., Kitchener, ON N2B 3X7 519.745.8888 | kingpinbowlounge.ca Boston Pizza Kingpin Bowlounge is Waterloo Region’s biggest bowling venue and Canada’s largest Boston Pizza combined. The state-of-the-art facilities offer modern cozy couches and the area’s largest patio. Private section available for group events.
16 Ainslie St. S., Cambridge, Ontario N1R3K1 519.620.8008 | monigram.ca Monigram Coffee Roasters is a small-batch coffee roaster, built on relationships and quality. Visit this cozy cafe in a century building and enjoy some treats. House-roasted coffees & espresso drinks go with light cafe fare & pastries at this chill java joint.
Red House
20 Hobson St., Cambridge, ON N1S 2M6 519.622.9900 | napagrille.ca
30 William St. W., Waterloo, ON N2L 1J4 226.647.4687 | redhouseuptown.ca
Casual upscale dining with California inspired cuisine. Relax in the cozy Wine Den for a diversion from the hustle & bustle of the day. Eatery serving Californian fare & wine in a quaint, upscale-casual setting with weekly taco night.
UpTown Waterloo bistro by local chef Dan McCowan. Offering genuine & professional hospitality in an intimate setting. The alwaysevolving menu is focused on quality, fresh inspired cuisine, with crafted cocktails and a sommelier selected wine list.
Original Angie's since 1962
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Napa Grille and Wine Den
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47 Erb St. W, Waterloo, ON N2L 1S8 519.954.8500 | angieswaterloo.com Welcome home to All Day Breakfast and great Lunch Specials. Angie's will bring your senses back home with freshly pounded Pork Schnitzel, our Famous Fish & Chips, Freshly Baked Cinnamon Buns and Butter Tarts made with locally tapped Maple Syrup. Bus groups welcome. See you at Angie's.
23 King St. N., Waterloo, ON N2J 2W6 519.954.6622 | settlementco.ca Settlement Co., located in UpTown Waterloo, is a coffee roaster, eatery & toast bar dedicated to quality. Their coffee comes from ethically sourced crops of the highest grade and they can accommodate meeting space for up to 50 people
Stone Crock Restaurant & Catering 25 Sportsworld Dr. Kitchener, ON N2P 2J5 519.653.3761 | pioneerbarbeque.ca The Pioneer BBQ isn't just a local restaurant; it's a piece of history! Serving up a great homestyle food and exceptional service since 1927.
Proof Kitchen + Lounge 110 Erb St. W., Waterloo, ON 519.208.3333 | proofwaterloo.com Proof offers a menu pairing local ingredients with global flavours. Our contemporary industrial dĂŠcor is the perfect atmosphere for dining or trying the latest craft beer in our lounge or patio.
1396 King St. N., St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0 519.664.2286 | 1.866.664.2286 | stonecrock.ca Since 1975, the Stone Crock has been serving home-style comfort food in the heart of St. Jacobs. Enjoy the savoury entrees, signature soup and salad, and the famous fresh baked pies.
TWH Social Bar | Bistro
1 King St. W., Kitchener, ON N2G 1A1 519.745.8478 | twhsocial.com For restaurant and bar enthusiasts who seek great food and service in an upscale casual atmosphere
Wildcraft Restaurant
The Puddicombe House Restaurant 145 Peel St., New Hamburg, ON N3A 1E7 519.662.2111 | 1.855.699.2111 | puddicombehouse.com The Puddicombe House is a casual fine dining restaurant with a heritage flair & focus on fresh local ingredients. Let our chef pamper you with his seasonal creative menus. Visit for a Gourmet Getaway. Puddicombe also boasts one of the largest scotch collections in Ontario.
425 King St. N., Waterloo, ON N2J 2Z5 519.885.0117 | wildcraft.ca Locally sourced menu items, cocktails made by the city's best bartenders, suburban approachability with urban style.
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KING AT UNIVERSITY Near Wilfrid Laurier University are ensconced old timey burgers at Frat Burger, shawarma in a couple spots, California burgers and gaming, some great chicken wings, a burrito joint and a poutinerie, to name a few. Bhima’s Warung is one of the most unique food experiences in the Region. Just up King Street is another member of the Charcoal Group - Wildcraft. Casual dining restaurant offering a varied menu served either in the bar, dining room or, in warm temperatures on the outside deck. Great wine list – and interesting cellar featured in the design of the building.
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The Lancaster Smokehouse
BRIDGEPORT VILLAGE The Bridgeport village is home to the Public Kitchen | Bar on Lancaster Avenue (good for tapas). Next door, it’s Kypreos for souvlaki, fried halloumi cheese and loukaniko sausage at breakfast. Hearty-meaty fare comes from Veslo Family Restaurant, and further along Lancaster is the wood-buring oven at City Café & Bakery for Montreal-style bagels and thin-crust pizzas. The Lancaster Smokehouse is a definitive barbecue joint with regular live blues.
Berlin Bicycle Cafe - photo by © Google Street View 2016
THE BELMONT VILLAGE Belmont Village has become revitalized into a wellrounded food hub, at the centre of which is Janet Lynn’s Bistro for upscale casual dining. Nearby is the vibrant yet quaint Belmont Bistro. An old-school diner serves basic fare in the block, and you can also get bubble tea and a plate of Thai noodles at Thai Bistro. Raja Indian is on one corner, and Casa Rugantino serves comforting home-style Italian. Rawlicious is an alternative for “raw” food and the Culinary Studio has brown bag lunches and cooking classes. There’s even a combination bike shop and café: The Berlin Bicycle Café. HIGHLAND-BELMONT NEIGHBOURHOOD An Afghani restaurant, Chopan Kabob, is hidden in a small plaza on Highland Road West: a humble familyrun restaurant taking great pride in the food of their homeland. Next door is Kishki World Foods for a sweets counter, excellent Halal butcher and a fabulous range of Middle Eastern and African foods and breads in their grocery aisles. Highland Halal Shawarma is a popular take-away gem for shawarma and gyros in the Region. Around the corner is a Portuguese bakery, McMullan’s Canadian Pub and Pizzeria, while across the street is El Salvadoran and Ethiopian fare.
The Berlin Bicycle Café - photo by © Google Street View 2016
PIONEER TOWER This neighbourhood just off Highway 401 was the original settlement for Pennsylvania Dutch settlers in Waterloo County in the early 1800s. The area includes local food experts at Borealis Grille, the Canadiana pub Moose Winooskis, Pioneer Barbeque, a pierogi house and Indian restaurants. There’s all-you-can-eat sushi, all-you-can-eat Chinese, a Viet-Thai place for pho soup and The Busy Locavore for locally sourced and freshly made eat-in and take-away meals.
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Waterloo Region’s rich farmland is the setting for “Waterloo County Fare” at The Blue Moon, EJ’s at Baden, Kennedy’s and Angie’s Kitchen. For example, mere minutes from St. Jacobs, The Olde Heidelberg Restaurant and Tavern was an 1860 stagecoach stop. They serves Pennsylvania-Dutch dishes like rolled ribs, pigtails, smoked pork hocks, schnitzel and sauerkraut.
Heidelberg Restaurant & Tavern - photo by © Google Street View 2016
CAMBRIDGE The village of Hespeler has seen its downtown core in revitalization and that includes several new restaurants and food outlets. Hespeler Road, south of Highway 401, holds a long strip of businesses that includes a Hakka Chinese-Indian restaurant, Marcelo’s for rustic Italian, a Beertown pub for casual dining, the Blackshop! for continental fare, and With the Grain for Indian. Heading into Galt, the beautiful Cambridge Mill offers fine dining overlooking the Grand River. Classic architecture is the back-drop for Elixir Bistro, El Rinconcito Mexicano, Holy Crepe!, and Red Basil for Thai. Café 13 features Ontario craft beer, and the urban coffee shop and eatery Melville Café is in the University of Waterloo School of Architecture. Minutes away are the Napa Grille and the Kiwi Gastropub serving brunches, lunches and shareable plates. Just off Franklin Boulevard is Little Louie’s Burger Joint and Soupery (as featured on Food Network’s “You Gotta Eat Here!”). The hamlet of Blair, Ontario, is home to The Easy Pour Wine Bar for casual ambiance and live music, while two minutes away is Waterloo Region’s jewel of world-class fine Langdon dining: Hall Langdon Hall.
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Nith River Chop House - photo by © Google Street View 2016
If you are at St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market, visit the nearby village of St. Jacobs and Jacobs Grill and The Stone Crock. Save some room homemade pie – there’s plenty on offer.
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A MOVABLE FEAST TOO
Waterloo Region is also part of Ontario’s growing food-truck culture rolling out crab cakes, grilled cheese, Indian street food, crepes, pulled pork, arancini and lots more.
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Little Louis Burger Joint and Soupery - photo by © Google Street View 2016
Wellesley’s Nith River Chop House has a ranch-like setting and uses local and seasonal ingredients – check out the Flintstones-sized bone-in ribeye steak to feed the table when it’s available.
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Cambridge
Cambridge Visitor & Business Information Centre 750 Hespeler Rd., Cambridge, ON N3H 5L8 Located at the junction of Highways 401 and 24 519.622.2336 | 1.800.749.7560
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Preston Towne Centre BIA 761 King St. E., Cambridge, ON N3H-3N7
discoverpreston.com
Township of North Dumfries Office 1171 Greenfield Rd., Cambridge, ON N1R 5S5 519.621.0340 | northdumfries.ca
Wellesley
Township of Wellesley Administrative Office 4639 Lobsinger Line RR 1, St. Clements, ON N0B 2M0 519.699.4611 | wellesley.ca
Wilmot
55 Ainslie St. N., Cambridge, ON N1R 3J6
519.622.3510 | galtonthegrand.ca
Township of Wilmot 60 Snyder’s Rd. W., Baden, ON N3A 1A1 519.634.8444 | 1.800.469.5576 | wilmot.ca
Hespeler BIA
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101 Holiday Inn Dr. Cambridge, ON N3C 0A0
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Kitchener
Kitchener Visitor Welcome Centre Kitchener City Hall Ground floor 200 King St. W., Kitchener, ON
519.741.2200 ext.7130 | kitchener.ca
Township of Woolwich Visitor Information Centre - St. Jacobs Market District 15 Farmer's Market Rd., St. Jacobs, ON N2V 2G8 At the corner of Weber St. and Farmers Market Rd. Hours: Seasonally May-October 519.883.3953 | 1.800.265.3353 | woolwich.ca
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Bucket List Travel Adventures a division of Nexion Canada
29 King St. E., Unit B, Kitchener, ON N2G 2K4
14 Memorial Ave., Elmira ON 519.210.2111 | 1.800.750.9904 | bltadventure.com
Downtown Kitchener BIA
519.744.4921 | kitchenerdowntown.com
Waterloo
Visitor and Heritage Information Centre 10 Father David Bauer Dr., Waterloo, ON N2L 6C2 519.885.2297 | waterloo.ca UpTown Waterloo BIA ExploreWaterlooRegion.com
North Dumfries
A full service travel company based in Waterloo Region. Excited to be offering full day foodie tours to St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market and Mennonite Countryside this summer.
Cherrey Lines Bus Tours 219 Frederick St., Stratford, ON N5A 3V6 519.271.7741 | cherreybuslines.com Cherrey Bus Lines is a full-service company dedicated to providing personalized service. They offer individual vacation tours, group tour packages and charter services. Their diversified fleet can accommodate many different group sizes and budgets
Great Canadian Holidays 353 Manitou Dr., Kitchener, ON N2C 1L5 519.896.8687 | 1.800.461.8687 greatcanadianholidays.com They provide worry-free, innovative getaways spanning Canada and the U.S. from 1 to 23 days in length. Their getaways include sightseeing, casinos, shopping, sports, coach & cruise and more!
100 Regina St. S., Suite 160, Waterloo, ON N2J 4P9 519.885.1921 | uptownwaterloobia.com UpTown Waterloo is the heart of Waterloo and home to over 470 businesses, with lots of free parking and a variety of dining, shopping, services and family-friendly activities.
Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre 3-4881 Fountain St. N., Breslau, ON N0B 1M0 519.648.2213 | wwfc.ca
View Waterloo Region from a whole new perspective! Sightseeing flights available, choose from scenic flight packages or customize your own.
Airways Transit Service Limited
99 Northland Rd., Waterloo, ON N2V 1Y8 519.886.2121 | 1.800.691.3045 (within Canada) airwaystransit.com Your 24/7 door-to-door connection between Toronto Pearson Airport and Waterloo Region. Visit the website to view all the services they offer or to book your reservations. Your Airport transportation specialists since 1975.
Ayr Coach Lines 70 Baffin Pl, Waterloo, ON N2V 1Z7 519.747.1230 | ayrcoach.com Offers charter services in Waterloo and Cambridge for tours, sporting events and corporate functions.
Great Canadian Coaches 353 Manitou Dr., Kitchener, ON N2C 1L5 519.896.8687 | 1.800.461.8687 | greatcanadiancoaches.com The award-winning fleet of over 50 luxury motor coaches is available for rent for groups including sports teams, weddings, airport transfers, corporate groups, school groups & more.
Brentwood Livery 299 Bridge St. E., Kitchener, ON N2K 4P5 519.741.5700 | brentwoodlivery.ca Brentwood specializes in transforming transportation into an unforgettable experience. Personalized concierge chauffeured service to meet and anticipate all your travel needs.
Via Rail Canada 126 Weber St. W., Kitchener, ON, N2H 3Z9 1.888.842.7245 | viarail.ca
Air Transportation Services
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) 1 - 4881 Fountain St. N., Breslau, ON N0B 1M0 519.648.2256 | 1.866.648.2256 | waterlooairport.ca Travelling has never been easier. $8 parking per day, free baggage carts and WI-FI, licensed lounge and car rentals – Fly from home and have more time for the things that matter.
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Ground Transportation Services
American Airlines YKF - 4881 Fountain St. N., Breslau, ON N0B 1M0 1.800.433.7300 | AA.com The world’s largest airline is proud to be serving Waterloo Region with twice daily non-stop service to Chicago providing one-stop connections to over 250 destinations in 40 countries.
Sunwing Travel Group YKF - 4881 Fountain St. N., Breslau, ON N0B 1M0 416.620.4955 | 1.877.SUNWING | sunwing.ca Sunwing operates seasonal weekly air service from KitchenerWaterloo from December through mid March. Travellers can choose from a wide selection of all-inclusive resorts for unforgettable vacations.
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WestJet Airlines YKF - 4881 Fountain St. N., Breslau, ON N0B 1M0 1.888.937.8538 | westjet.com Canada's most preferred airline is proud to be serving Waterloo Region with daily non-stop service to Calgary, providing one-stop connections to Edmonton, Vancouver and other great destinations.
VIA provides intercity passengers with fast, convenient and affordable service, downtown-to-downtown between Canada’s largest business centres in the Ontario-Quebec City corridor.
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