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MEAN GIRLS: THE MUSICAL

PENNY & POUND THEATRE PRODUCTIONS — September 10-13, 2026

September 10-13, 2026 · 4.6 km away
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Understudy Night

PENNY & POUND THEATRE PRODUCTIONS — Sept 13 at 7:30 = Understudy Night

Sept 13 at 7:30 · 4.6 km away
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Cambridge Psychic & Crystal Fair

Cambridge Newfoundland Club — Cambridge Psychic & Crystal Fair - Aug 28-30 2026

Fri Aug 28, 2026 · 1.5 km away
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Cambridge Fall Fair 2026

Dickson Park — Get ready for the ultimate autumn celebration at Cambridge Fall Fair 2026 - a fun-filled event with rides, games, food, and more!

Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 3.4 km away
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Line Dancing at EVO Kitchen and Bar Hosted by DJ Monarch

EVO Kitchen & Bar — Come dance and enjoy a Line Dancing at EVO Kitchen and Bar on Aug 18 2026 from 8:00 pm-11:00 pm! (Dance lessons included from 8:00-9:00pm)

Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 3.9 km away
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Afternoon Garden Concert featuring the Cambridge Scottish Session Fiddlers.

McDougall Cottage Historic Site — Join us at McDougall Cottage for an afternoon of lively traditional music and featuring the Cambridge Scottish Session Fiddlers

Sun Aug 23, 2026 · 4.4 km away
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CANCELLED Planning Statutory Public Meeting

Cambridge Community Events — muni calendar · https://events.cambridge.ca/default/Calendar/2026-08-04-1830-CANCELLED-Planning-Statutory-Public-Meeting

Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 1.3 km away
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Cambridge Summer Live Movie Night A Bugs Life

Cambridge Community Events — muni calendar · https://events.cambridge.ca/default/Calendar/2026-08-05-2000-Cambridge-Summer-Live-Movie-Night-A-Bugs-Life

Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 1.3 km away
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Top Pocket presented by Cambridge Summer Live

Cambridge Community Events — muni calendar · https://events.cambridge.ca/default/Calendar/2026-08-09-1900-Top-Pocket-presented-by-Cambridge-Summer-Live

Sun Aug 9, 2026 · 1.3 km away
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Music in the Atrium

Cambridge Community Events — muni calendar · https://events.cambridge.ca/default/Calendar/2026-08-12-1100-Music-in-the-Atrium

Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 1.3 km away
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Committee of Adjustment2

Cambridge Community Events — muni calendar · https://events.cambridge.ca/default/Calendar/2026-08-12-1800-Committee-of-Adjustment2

Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 1.3 km away
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Hespeler Village BIA Board Meeting

Cambridge Community Events — muni calendar · https://events.cambridge.ca/default/Calendar/2026-08-12-1830-Hespeler-Village-BIA-Board-Meeting

Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 1.3 km away
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Racquet in the Square

Cambridge Community Events — muni calendar · https://events.cambridge.ca/default/Calendar/2026-08-13-1100-Racquet-in-the-Square

Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 1.3 km away
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George Kauntz presented by Cambridge Summer Live

Cambridge Community Events — muni calendar · https://events.cambridge.ca/default/Calendar/2026-08-16-1900-George-Kauntz-presented-by-Cambridge-Summer-Live

Sun Aug 16, 2026 · 1.3 km away
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Downtown Cambridge Business Improvement Area BIA B

Cambridge Community Events — muni calendar · https://events.cambridge.ca/default/Calendar/2026-08-18-1300-Downtown-Cambridge-Business-Improvement-Area-BIA-B

Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 1.3 km away
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Music in the Atrium

Cambridge Community Events — muni calendar · https://events.cambridge.ca/default/Calendar/2026-08-19-1100-Music-in-the-Atrium

Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 1.3 km away
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Preston Towne Centre Business Improvement Area BIA

Cambridge Community Events — muni calendar · https://events.cambridge.ca/default/Calendar/2026-08-19-1900-Preston-Towne-Centre-Business-Improvement-Area-BIA

Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 1.3 km away
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Cambridge Summer Live Movie Night Shrek

Cambridge Community Events — muni calendar · https://events.cambridge.ca/default/Calendar/2026-08-19-1930-Cambridge-Summer-Live-Movie-Night-Shrek

Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 1.3 km away

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What it's like to live here

Read the neighbourhood like a local: daily errands, green space, housing, and the current pulse around Grand River.

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Daily errands28 nearby

Food, coffee, shopping and everyday stops mapped from local business data.

Walkable core32 close-by

Places within roughly a 15-minute walk of the neighbourhood centre.

Green space5 parks & trails

Parks, trails and outdoor stops nearby that shape the week-to-week feel.

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What Scout's hearing around the neighbourhood

Cambridge Cambridge has revised its proposed 30-minute drink rule after public feedback.

Scout's note

Cambridge Cambridge has rescinded its proposed 30-minute drink rule after public feedback.

Around Cambridge

Cambridge Cambridge has removed its proposed 30-minute drink rule after public feedback.

Around Cambridge

Franklin / Elgin Getting around: Franklin / Elgin is one of the transit stops serving the area.

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Cambridge Sports Park Cambridge Sports Park is the neighbourhood's spot for a walk or some fresh air.

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The Gators Tail Locals mention The Gators Tail as a neighbourhood favourite for sports bar.

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Updated August 5, 2026

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Weekend picks in Grand River

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The quick read

What is happening in Grand River this week?

Grand River has 3 current event listings. Current picks include Alchemy Hyrox Challenge, AMMCS-2026, WATERLOO'S OFFICIAL 17+ FROSH FEST 2026!.

What is Grand River good for day to day?

Grand River has 12 food and drink places and 3 mapped parks in the current Tiny Local Adventure map, plus current event and local-news signals when available.

What are homes like in Grand River right now?

Tiny Local Adventure currently sees 7 home listings in or near Grand River, with a median asking price around $640,000.

Is Grand River a good place to live?

Grand River has 2 parks and green spaces, 12 places to eat, and 16 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. There are 6 homes currently for sale here. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What are homes like in Grand River?

There are 6 homes for sale in and around Grand River, priced from $449,000 to $849,900 (median about $657,300). See the Homes page for current listings.

What is Grand River known for?

Grand River is known locally for its 12-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Grand River this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Grand River, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Grand River best for?

Based on what's here, Grand River suits food lovers, shopping and errands.

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What is there to do in Grand River?

Grand River has 2 parks and green spaces, 12 places to eat, and landmarks like local landmarks. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

Where should I park in Grand River?

Most of Grand River is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

How do I get to Grand River?

Grand River sits in Cambridge, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

Can I see homes for sale in Grand River?

Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Grand River, and can connect you with a local agent.