Next up, it's the Rusty Nail ComedyFest!
TL;WR for September 28 through September 3 2024
What to do.
Tuesday, September 10
The Princess Cinemas has a screening of Donnie Darko at 9:15 pm.
Top Toques has its Chef’s Table Dinner at 6:30 pm. An insanely awesome five course dinner for $65.
Wednesday, September 11
Laughter will be spilling on the streets of Downtown Kitchener this week as the Rusty Nail ComedyFest comes to the Walper Hotel for four nights of world-class comedy. Opening night features headliner Mike Wilmot with Dom Paré and Frank Spadone in the hotel’s Crystal Ballroom. Each night features two shows with some of the best comics from across Canada.
Thursday, September 12
The Emmanuel Concerts series presents national folk award-nominated Canadian singer and songwriter Jimmy Bryson on September 12. Jim’s most recent release is 2022’s “Country Wifi”: a hushed pile of beautiful whispers and gently considered lyrical ruminations.
The University of Waterloo Art Gallery has an artist reception for Sadko Hadžihasanović and Emily Neufeld from 5-8 pm.
Join the Waterloo Region Community Foundation on Thursday, September 12 at 4:00 pm for a conversation about how we can reweave our social fabric. You’ll hear from Kristyn Feldman, Director of Weave: The Social Fabric Project, followed by a panel discussion.
St. Jerome's University presents Lectures in Catholic Experience Presents - Michael W. Higgins Lecture and Book Launch at 7 pm.
Royal Wood is playing at Farm League Brewing at 8 pm.
Maxwell’s has its Indie Music Night at 7:30 pm with Frail Fragment, Death Party Playground, and Alyssa DVM.
The Yeti is hosting a launch party for the In Process zine from 7 to 10 pm.
Music at the Market has Coast Town & Golden Feather live in the market starting at 7 pm.
Friday, September 13
Ready to take your pickleball game to the next level? The Four Fathers Pickleball Society Tournament is a three-day event that features singles, doubles, and mixed doubles categories, with divisions for various skill levels and age groups. With six indoor courts, competitive play, and cash prizes for Pro divisions, it’s the perfect weekend for people who love pickleball and craft beer!
Head to The Gaslight District as they kick off the Halloween season with a special outdoor screening of “Beetlejuice” on Friday, September 13. Plus, don’t miss The Monster Market, hosted by OddWhale Events, with unique finds and a creepy-cool vibe. It’s a Friday the 13th experience you won’t want to miss!
The Schneider Haus National Historic invites you to Bloody Berlin Walking Tour, a nighttime walk by lantern light through the back alleys and side streets of Downtown Kitchener. This guided tour takes you through the streets of Berlin, where you’ll uncover chilling stories of crime, murder, and mystery that have shaped the city over centuries.
The Apollo has a Drunken Cinema screening of Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter at 9:30 pm.
The Sunset Session concert series, presented by The Downtown Kitchener BIA and produced by Good Co. Productions, is back at Vogelsang Green starting at 7 pm. After the show is the afterparty is at AOK Craft Beer + Arcarde.
Shocked & Appealed and Eric Pillwein presents Spooky Bitches - A Friday the 13th Comedy Show at Midnight Run starting at 8:30 pm.
The Belmont Village Bestival is back with two days of music for the whole family. Opening night features Matt Weidinger and special guests, including Isy Aboagye, Sydney Jones, Ben Rollo, Rob Szabo, and John Orpheus.
Get Ready to be entertained through the upbeat 80s inspired Fantasy pop music of the one and only James Chapeskie! This high energy concert features 13 live musical performances by James Chapeskie and his team of singers, dancers, mixed in with comedy, dazzling lasers and lighting effects, and so much more! Doors open 6:20pm, show starts @7pm Get your tickets today on Eventbrite or at jmusicrecords.com.
Saturday, September 14
On Saturday at the Belmont Village Bestival, you can catch live music on two stages with the Clefs of Moher, I, The Mountain, and more. There are also kids’ activities throughout the day!
Prepare yourself for a weekend of horror, thrills, and excitement at DreadCon inside Federation Hall at the University of Waterloo. This literary horror convention brings some of the genre’s most loved (and feared) writers to town, including Andrew Pyper and Nick Cutter. There will also be vendors offering unique and spooky merchandise.
Join the @tricitysynths EMOM (electronic music open mic) for a performances by 6 artists at Counterpoint Brewing at 6 pm.
MODO-LIVE presents Brat Summer: A Charli XCX Dance Party at The Hub starting at 10 pm.
Sunday, September 15
The 2024 rare Trail Party is a day of outdoor fun and community spirit supporting the rare Charitable Research Reserve. Whether walking, hiking, or running, the event offers views of stunning natural landscapes, live music, and a BBQ lunch.
Monday, September 16
The Princess Twin has three screenings of The Critic at 4:15, 6:30, and 8:45 pm.
What to read.
Motion to maintain CTS drug injection sites coming to Waterloo Region council (Bill Jackson, The Record)