24 Nov 2025

Soothe your Memorial Cup blues with these events.

TL;WR for November 25 through December 1 2025

Got to visit our favourite sign shop over the weekend.

What to do.

Tuesday, November 25

Seven whimsical artist-created mistletoes, seven municipalities, and endless festive photo-ops are waiting to be discovered on 2025 Mistletoe Trail. Each mistletoe has a unique story (unlocked by QR code), plus local businesses are offering mistletoe-inspired treats, experiences, and surprises along the way.

Now that the U.S. is turning inward, what will the new superpower — China — do about it? Scholar and author Blaine Chiasson speculates on the future before a Third Age Learning Kitchener-Waterloo audience. 1:30 p.m. at RIM Park.

Sturtz is a serene and folksy band bringing their music to Emmanuel Concerts at 7:30 pm.

Startup Drinks KW is happening at Arabella starting at 6:30 pm.

Wednesday, November 26

"Food: the other big climate lever" is a free event bringing together people from the food, climate, tech and community sectors to explore the deep connections between food systems and climate responses, and to build shared understandings about the opportunities and challenges at this critical intersection. 6 pm at the CIGI Auditorium.

Experience pure joy and soul-stirring harmony as the Soweto Gospel Choir comes to Centre in the Square with their powerful new concert, PEACE. The multi-Grammy and Emmy Award-winning ensemble blends South African freedom songs, traditional spirituals, and timeless classics from artists like Aretha Franklin, Leonard Cohen, Peter Gabriel, and Kate Bush.

Sean from Seen on Screen Podcast hosts Emo, Grunge, Punk, Rock trivia at TWB Brewing at 7 pm.

Make a reservation for Little Mushroom Dining Lounge's vegan tapas night on November 26.

In4Questioning brings you It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia trivia at AOK starting at 8 pm.

Thursday, November 27

Sounds of Christmas returns this holiday season for its eleventh year of Christmas-themed music, from traditional favourites to country and gospel. You’ll enjoy harmony singing, lively instrumentals, and a mix of dance performances. Proceeds from the event support KidsAbility.

In this month's KPL astronomy talk, Mike Hudson will give a whirlwind tour of gravitational lensing’s “greatest hits” showing how it can be used as a tool to understand some of the most mysterious things in the Universe. 7 pm at KPL's central libray.

TWB Brewing's dart night is happening at 7 pm.

Whoopsie Daisy Drinks's Cozy Club is back with two Gilmore Girls episodes and tasty drinks to warm you up as you work on your crafts. 6 to 8 pm.

KW Musical Productions presents The Wizard of Oz from November 27 to November 30 at the UW Humanities Theatre. Based on the classic 1939 film and adapted by the Royal Shakespeare Company, The Wizard of Oz remains one of the most beloved musicals of all time, featuring all the unforgettable songs, characters, and moments that have enchanted audiences for generations. Use code Ruby7 to save $7 on adult tickets. They also have special class pricing if you're a teacher looking for a great class trip idea.

The Rabbid Fox has Girl Power music bingo at 8 pm.

Friday, November 28

The International Gospel Centre presents Bethlehem Illuminated: The Reunion at 35 Charles St E in Kitchener. Step back in time at this free family event to the town of Bethlehem with live animals, bustling markets, and friendly townspeople. Enjoy a new Christmas stage production, then share a free full sit-down dinner in a heated banquet tent. Friday, Nov. 28 at 6:30 pm and Saturday, Nov. 29 at 5 pm.

Data For Good WR is hosting a meetup featuring the one and only Koosha Totonchi at 6 pm. It's an online event.

Gather in Hespeler Village to celebrate the festive holiday season with Music and Lights in the Village. Enjoy the festive holiday lights and tree lighting, food, musical entertainment, crafts and more!

St. Jacobs Market District opens at night for its Holiday Sip & Shop from 4 to 9 pm! Explore the market’s vendors in this licensed event featuring some of your favourite craft beer and spirits makers. Tickets are only $8.

KW GameDev has a meetup at 175 Columbia Street West from 6 to 8 pm.

Anat is back at The Rabbid Fox Friday, November 28 with all your faves! 7:30-10:30pm.

Broadway is back at Centre in the Square with Tina! The Tina Turner Musical on Friday, Nov. 28 and Saturday, Nov. 29. Use this link to get 25% off tickets for the 8 pm shows.

Sammy Farid headlines Rusty Nail Comedy at Morty's Pub at 7:30 pm.

Housecat and Anti Social Surf Club play the Wishwell - Mental Health Charity Show at The Union starting at 7 pm.

Saturday, November 29

Waterloo Collegiate Institute is celebrating 65 years of Viking pride, and they want you to be part of it! Whether you graduated decades ago or just walked the stage last spring, join them to reconnect, reminisce, and relive the WCI spirit from 12 to 3 pm.

KWPRFM x ESAD REKZ x HAVE HOPE present the Punk Rock Flea Market from 2 to 11 pm at Maxwell's. 50 vendors, 13 bands, one spot.

Be part of the very first Christmas Holiday Market at Herrle’s Country Farm Market! As a family-oriented business that cherishes community traditions, they are excited to bring the festive spirit to their farm. This inaugural event will showcase local artisans, vendors, and holiday cheer in a beautiful rustic farm setting.

Step into the ring for a night of electrifying action at Nightmare Before Wrestling 2 at The Union in Kitchener! Presented by Off The Ropes Studio, this all-ages live event brings together the region’s top wrestlers for the thrilling season finale of 2025.

Join the Kitchener-Waterloo Dixieland Jazz Club for live jazz on Saturdays from 1-4 at Ouroboros Sports Lounge, 101 Hazelglen Drive in Kitchener! This Saturday features Jordan Klapman. Admission only $5 for first timers!

Ryan Dillon headlines Rusty Nail Comedy at TWH Social at 7:30 pm.

Pinch Cabaret is KW's variety show, performance lab & community arts party! The 44th edition of this legendary series features a surprising mix of Muppets Songs, Poetry, Psychic Readings, Storytelling, Burlesque, Theatre & who knows what else! Sat Nov 29 - 8pm at Hepcat Swing Studio - 42 Erb St, Waterloo | Sliding scale tix $5-$30

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Fat Scheid and Music for the Masses present Into the Void at the Grand Truck Saloon featuring goth, post punk, industrial and more. 10 pm. $10 cover. 19+.

Sunday, November 30

Connect with other women in tech in a no-pressure environment. Catch up on life, work, and build a meaningful network of women in your corner in the tech industry at the Kitchener-Waterloo Women in Tech Cafe Meetup from 12 to 2 pm.

The Kitchener Waterloo Youth Orchestra invites you to an inspiring afternoon of music, energy, and celebration featuring 110 talented student musicians from 4 vibrant orchestras take the stage to showcase their hard work, growth, and musical achievements. 3 pm at First United Church (16 William St W, Waterloo Uptown).

The UW Music Jazz Ensemble presents Autumn Breeze at 2 pm at Conrad Grebel University. The music featured this term is an eclectic mix, and includes a piece called Birdland by Weather Report. Known for their jazz fusion style incorporating rock, funk, and world music, this piece has been arranged for big band by other artists.

After a string of bad luck, a debt collector has no other choice than to spend the night in a haunted temple, where he encounters a ravishing female ghost and later battles to save her soul from the control of a wicked tree demon. Check out A Chinese Ghost Story at the Princess Cinema at 4:35 pm.

Monday, December 1

The Princess Cinema in partnership with Rainbow Coalition of Waterloo, Spectrum Waterloo, and Thrive have a screening of Zero Patience at 7 pm.

Ways to get involved.

Join the Canadian Caribbean Association of Waterloo Region for a powerful night of music, art, and unity as we come together to support families affected by Hurricane Melissa at the Stand Tall for the Caribbean- Hurricane Relief Benefit Concert at the The Conrad Center in Downtown Kitchener. Music from Errol Blackwood, Sam Soga, Ayesha Ahad and more. Doors open at 3 pm and tickets are $35.

The Coalition of Muslim Women's Radiant Ladies Night Gala is a ladies-only fundraiser dinner that brings diverse music and cuisine to a diverse audience. All women are invited to attend! This event particularly provides a chance for newcomer and racialized women to attend a social event that gives them a sense of belonging. Get your tickets now for this event on December 13.