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Check out a full list of things to do in the city this weekend.
Friday, Aug. 18
Wanderings and Traces (Preston)
Preston Idea Exchange - 435 King St E, all day
View the solo exhibition from Toronto-based artists Amanda McCavour.
Wandering and Traces (Hespeler)
Hespeler Idea Exchange - 5 Tannery St E, all day
View the solo exhibition from Toronto-based artists Amanda McCavour.
Wanderings and Traces (Galt)
Queen’s Square Idea Exchange - 1 North Square, all day
View the solo exhibition from Toronto-based artists Amanda McCavour.
Art Lab
Hespeler Idea Exchange - 5 Tannery St E, 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Dress to get messy during this art class.
Connections 50+
Queen’s Square Idea Exchange - 1 North Square, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Make connections with other adults while taking part in concerts, crafting, chats and more.
NFB Film Fridays
Clemens Mills Office Idea Exchange - 50 Saginaw Pwky, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The National Film Board has put together a list of movies for the 2023 TD Summer Reading Club. Relax, bring a snack and enjoy a short film.
Social Cards
Ted Wake 50+ Centre - 31 Kribs St, 1:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Join your friends and meet new ones while playing card games like euchre.
Hespeler Village Market
Hespeler Village, 3 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Shop for local produce, browse artisan markets and play outside with the Idea Exchange from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. A mini petting zoo will also be set up.
KYnamics Dance & Fitness
Queen Street, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Learn basic salsa, bachata, merengue and more Latin rhythm dances.
Beers & Bands in the Gaslight District
64 Grand Ave S, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Kickoff the weekend with happy hour and live music.
Karaoke at the Galt Legion
4 Veterans Way, 7 p.m.
Warm up the vocal cords and sing the night away.
Karaoke with Emma
Wave Maker Brewery - 639 Laurel St, 8 p.m.
Karaoke returns to the local brewery with sign up starting at 7:30 p.m.
Karaoke Fridays at Gator's Tail
970 Franklin Blvd, 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Head out to the local Sports Shack and Grill to show off your singing skills.
Saturday, Aug. 19
Cambridge Farmers’ Market
40 Dickson St, 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
A central community food hub, the market features 26 year round vendors and 30 seasonal vendors.
Optimist Yard Sale Drive
Westside Presbyterian Church - 130 Victoria Ave, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
The club is looking for items for an upcoming yard sale on Aug. 24.
Hespeler Village on the River events
Queen Street, 9:30 a.m.
Head to downtown Hespeler for crossfit, backyard games and patios.
Queer Craft Circle
Queen’s Square Idea Exchange - 1 North Square, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
LGBTQ2S+ identifying individuals can take on a creative project.
Hespeler Legion Car Show
26 Schofield St, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Check out cars, motorcycles, vendors and music. There will be musical performances by Speily and Trott, Copperfield 3 and The Dirty Pioneer’s. Admission is free and the event is happening rain or shine as the festivities can move inside.
The Iris Connection
Clemens Mills Idea Exchange - 50 Saginaw Pwky, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Participate in meaningful conversations while enjoying treats, games, trivia with members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community and allies.
Country Corn Roast
Wave Maker Brewery - 639 Laurel St, 4 p.m. - 10 p.m.
A special country themed day with music and food. Lucky's Smash Burgers and corn will be available from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Beginning at 7 p.m. Jeff and Trish, a country duo, will play classic country, bluegrass and folk music.
Sunday, Aug. 20
Hespeler Village on the River events
Queen Street, 9:30 a.m.
Do some morning yoga followed by sitting on a patio in downtown Hespeler. A kidzone with games, activities and a bouncy castle will be set up.
Doggie Day
Wave Maker Brewery - 639 Laurel St, 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Bring your furry friend for a fun day of vendors, activities and a special appearance by Play with Clay. If you wish to take part in making a beautiful pet keepsake from Play with Clay, you can purchase your ticket in the link pop in Wave Maker’s Instagram bio or by clicking on the link in their event highlights.
Concerts in the Park
Central Park - 615 King St E, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The week’s free concert will be put on by the Cambridge Concert Band.