NEWS: The July 12 fire has significantly impacted #KitchenerMarket vendors and their businesses. The outdoor market remains open every Saturday. Shop local and show your support during this challenging time. Read more: bit.ly/4w67nIh
NEWS: The Civic Holiday is Monday, August 3, 2026. Check out what's open, what's closed as well as fun (and FREE) things to do this weekend ➡️ www.kitchener.ca/18963
NEWS: Applications are now open for City of Kitchener committees and boards. Share your voice, represent your community, and make an impact. Applications are open until August 19. Details ➡️ bit.ly/44XEMK3
NEWS: Thanks to a new partnership with Equip Sport and Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities, 30 free sports equipment lockers are now available in parks across Kitchener, offering access to basketballs, soccer balls, frisbees and more, all for FREE. Details ➡️kitchener.ca/18958
July 18, 2026 - Due to air quality concerns, City of Kitchener programs, events and services may be impacted. bit.ly/4vy0JdH Please check link regularly for additional updates.
NEWS: The City of #Kitchener is inviting residents to share “what matters most” as work continues on the City’s next Strategic Plan. Details ➡️ bit.ly/44NFbi6
Please be advised that Victoria Park has been temporarily closed as of 8:45 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, and is expected to reopen on Thursday, July 2, 2026.
EXTREME HEAT ALERT: A prolonged heat event will begin Tuesday with dangerously hot & humid conditions expected through most of the week. Temperature is expected to reach 34 to 36 degrees Celsius. Please stay hydrated & limit time in the sun. Find a cooling centre: www.Kitchener.ca/StayCool
NEWS: City of Kitchener brings back summer e-billing contest. Register for e-billing by Sunday, August 30, 2026 to be entered into a weekly draw for a $200 credit on your utility bill. Details ➡️ kitchener.ca/18645
⚠️ Scam alert ⚠️ Fraudsters are posing as #Kitchener staff and offering fake vendor spots for the Christkindl Market. The City has notified WRPS. Always check email addresses—we never use Gmail, Yahoo or Hotmail. Verify or report suspicious emails to info@kitchener.ca Details ➡️ bit.ly/4uu5y7q
NEWS: Local musicians take centre stage in the Roos Island Music Series. Running July 2 to Sept 2, this free concert series showcases just some of the musical talent right here in our community, spanning a range of genres that will give every music lover something to enjoy. Details ➡️ bit.ly/4aQN0qG
NEWS: Rockin’ it at Rockway returns to the Rockway Centre patio. Join the City of #Kitchener every other Wednesday for a relaxed, music-filled evening featuring talented local performers. Details ➡️ bit.ly/4xN56Uy #KitchenerSeniors
NEWS: The City of #Kitchener announces 2026 Senior of the Year, local community volunteer Randy McCarten. Congrats, Randy! Thank you for your contributions to the Kitchener community for over 30 years. Read more ➡️ bit.ly/4gow3Yc #KitchenerSeniors #LoveMyHood
Join us at the SDG Idea Factory June 22 12-1:30 p.m. to learn 4 simple steps to protect your business from Dmitri Pasricha, Cyber Security Coach & founder of TechSet with 18+ years of experience. Register now to save your FREE spot: bit.ly/4uHaKEF
CLOSURE: All ball diamonds are closed due to weather (June 14, 2026).
News: Kitchener is on the move 🚴♂️ Route 1, our first of eight active transportation routes, is now open, connecting neighbourhoods to key destinations, transit and commercial areas across the city. Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/4vtHUIJ
⚠️ Scam alert ⚠️ Fraudsters are posing as City of Kitchener staff and offering fake vendor spots for events in Kitchener. Always check email addresses—we never use Gmail, Yahoo or Hotmail. Verify or report suspicious emails to info@kitchener.ca More ➡️bit.ly/4xet2jp
Summer program registration is almost here! 😎☀️ Kitchener residents: Tuesday, June 9 at 8:30 a.m. Non-residents: Tuesday, June 16 at 8:30 a.m. From sports to arts, fitness, swimming and more! Spots fill up fast, so mark your calendar and be ready to register! Details: bit.ly/4dFH5oU
Help us celebrate our home team as they fight to bring home the Memorial Cup! 🏆 🏒 Join us this Sunday to watch The Kitchener Rangers in the Memorial Cup Final on the big screen. Let’s pack The Aud, wear our blue and bring all the energy. Learn more ➡️ Kitchener.ca/Rangers
Splash pad season is almost here! 😎 💦 Kitchener’s splash pads open May 29 - just in time for warmer days ahead! Pack the sunscreen, bring the kids, and get ready to cool off and have fun at your neighbourhood park. Find a splash pad near you ➡️ bit.ly/4e4wuW0
⛳ JR. Golf Camp = summer fun! 🏌️ Ages 6–15 • July 6–Aug 28 📍 Doon Valley Golf Course Games, sports, prizes & more—no experience required! ☀️ Half & full day options still available 👉 GolfKitchener.ca
Enjoy the beautiful spring weather while learning about our urban forest with a free neighourhood tree walk with Kitchener's Forestry team! 📆 Tuesday, May 26 🕘 1 - 2:30 p.m. 📍 Kingsdale Community Centre ℹ️ Free to attend but registration required Learn more and register: bit.ly/4uu3jlb
There’s something for everyone at the 2026 National AccessAbility Week Tradeshow and Conference! Join us for two all-inclusive days of accessibility. Stay for an hour, a day or two days! Best of all its FREE! ➡️Learn more: Kitchener.ca/NAAW
Please be advised that Victoria Park has been temporarily closed as of 9 p.m. on Monday, May 18, 2026, and is expected to reopen on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Celebrate safely this weekend! Remember, Victoria Day fireworks are only allowed to be set off on Monday, May 18 between 9 – 11 p.m. 🎆 Not following the City's rules and regulations for fireworks could result in a minimum $1,500 fine or other charges. Learn more: Kitchener.ca/Fireworks
Meet the powerful minds behind SDG Talks 🔥 Entrepreneurs & mental health leaders sharing real tools for resilience and sustainable success. Swipe to meet the panelists → May 25 | Learn more & register: bit.ly/42uvSmc
⚠️ Scam alert ⚠️ Fraudsters are posing as City of Kitchener staff and offering fake vendor spots for the Christkindl Market. Always check email addresses—we never use Gmail, Yahoo or Hotmail. Verify or report suspicious emails to info@kitchener.ca Read more ➡️ bit.ly/4uu5y7q
The City of Kitchener has been awarded gold status 🥇 by the Bicycle Friendly Communities (BFC) Program 🚲, administered by the Share the Road Cycling Coalition.