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Kitchener Market
Lions Arena — The Kitchener Market will operate this Saturday, outdoors. 📆July 18 from 7 am to 2 pm The Eby Street covered area and the Breezeway.
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Kitchener Market
Sponsored — The Kitchener Market will operate this Saturday, outdoors. 📆July 18 from 7 am to 2 pm The Eby Street covered area and the Breezeway.
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Street-Skate Punk Show in November at The Union
We’ll be visiting your beautiful town on November 8th at The Union with the skate punk legend Three Impotent Males to destroy curbs and melt rails! Supporting are your local street/ skate punk heroes The Essential Letdowns and Suplex! Have fun and share your energy with us!
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The Lord of the Tacos Pop-up
The Lord of the Tacos — Don't miss it AUG 2 fron 4 -8 PM. Best Authentic Mexican Food Pop up. Mexican Tacos for all, Halla, vegan, meat and gluten free.
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Downtown Kitchener Ribfest & Craft Beer Show
Kitchener Community Events — elebrate the BEST summer has to offer! Enjoy mouth-watering barbequed ribs and chicken, an incredible selection of Ontario craft-brewed beer, ciders and cocktails, plus live entertainment and a Kids Fun Zone – all in the open atmosphere of Victoria Park. Life doesn’t get much better! A top 100 festival in Ontario, 2026 marks the 23rd year of this great community event. #KWRibfest is proud to f
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Sun Life Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival
Kitchener Community Events — The Sun Life Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival is an annual 3 day FREE music festival encouraging all genres of jazz. As always, there will be something for all music lovers – vocalists, urban jazz, funk, R & B, big band and traditional jazz! Check the website for schedule and details. Friday July 17th Jessica Lalonde – 3:30 p.m.Paul Fehderau Quintet – 5:00 p.m.Take Five Plays Desmond, Feat. Tim Moher
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Skill Fair
Kitchener Community Events — Homer Watson House and Gallery is hosting our first annual Skill Fair! Register for workshops ahead of time and bring a craft or skill of your own to practice alongside others! Workshops include Dragonfly Weaving with Natural Materials, Wand Carving, Creating Maps, Denim Flowers Upcycling and more! Instructors will be demonstrating their skills outside of their workshops, and the Crafting Circle w
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Sun Life Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival
Kitchener Community Events — The Sun Life Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival is an annual 3 day FREE music festival encouraging all genres of jazz. As always, there will be something for all music lovers – vocalists, urban jazz, funk, R & B, big band and traditional jazz! Check the website for schedule and details. Friday July 17th Jessica Lalonde – 3:30 p.m.Paul Fehderau Quintet – 5:00 p.m.Take Five Plays Desmond, Feat. Tim Moher
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Downtown Kitchener Ribfest & Craft Beer Show
Kitchener Community Events — elebrate the BEST summer has to offer! Enjoy mouth-watering barbequed ribs and chicken, an incredible selection of Ontario craft-brewed beer, ciders and cocktails, plus live entertainment and a Kids Fun Zone – all in the open atmosphere of Victoria Park. Life doesn’t get much better! A top 100 festival in Ontario, 2026 marks the 23rd year of this great community event. #KWRibfest is proud to f
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AfroVibes The Festival
Kitchener Community Events — AfroVibes Festival returns in 2026—bigger, bolder, and more immersive than ever. What started as a vision to celebrate African culture has grown into one of the region’s most exciting cultural experiences, bringing together thousands of attendees each year to connect through music, food, art, and community. AfroVibes is more than a festival—it’s a space where culture is experienced, stories are sh
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20% Off Limited Edition Prints
Jeff Dillon Fine Art — Enjoy 20% off all Limited Edition Prints of my original paintings with code FIREWORKS26. www.JeffDillon.ca Valid until July 6, with free shipping on Limited Edition Prints within Canada and the U.S.
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20% Off Limited Edition Prints & Cards
Jeff Dillon Fine Art — Enjoy 20% off all Limited Edition Prints & Cards with code MOM26. Offer valid Apr 24–May 11. Free shipping within Canada and the United States on Limited Edition Prints.
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Kitchener Market
The Kitchener Market will operate this Saturday, outdoors. 📆July 18 from 7 am to 2 pm The Eby Street covered area and the Breezeway.
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July 2026 Garden Tour of the Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery
Rockway Gardens — Members: there are still a couple spots open for tonight’s July Garden Tour at the KWAG! Don’t miss this opportunity to see how well the visual and horticultural arts get along… register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/july-2026-garden-tour-of-the-kitchener-waterloo-art-gallery-tickets-1992970097210?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Live Music Friday's in the Gaslight District Square
Kitchener Community Events — Live music every Friday this summer on our outdoor District square Stone Stage! 6pm-8pm. FREE! In the event of rain, you’ll be able to find our entertainment inside Foundry Tavern!
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Here Come the Mummies Live Concert
Kitchener Community Events — Get ready for a wildly entertaining night of funk, rock and horn-driven grooves as Here Come The Mummies bring their high-energy live show to Bingemans. Expect infectious rhythms, outrageous stage presence and a one-of-a-kind party atmosphere built for dancing, laughing and letting loose with friends. Admission: $20 in advance, $30 at the door
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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 The Boardwalk.
Daily errands68 nearby
Food, coffee, shopping and everyday stops mapped from local business data.
Walkable core78 close-by
Places within roughly a 15-minute walk of the neighbourhood centre.
Green space17 parks & trails
Parks, trails and outdoor stops nearby that shape the week-to-week feel.
What Scout's hearing around the neighbourhood
Luther College Symphony Orchestra performance The Luther College Symphony Orchestra will perform at West High School Auditorium on January 28.
Scout's noteCedar Valley Winterfest Cedar Valley Winterfest returns this Sunday in Cedar Falls after a winter delay.
Scout's noteWestvale Community Theater The Westvale Community Theater hosts a dark comedy play centered around a persistent ringing cell phone.
Scout's noteTeddy Bear Toss The Annual Teddy Bear Toss returns for the Black Hawks' Thanksgiving game against Cedar Rapids RoughRiders.
Scout's noteBooster Juice on Bloor Street West Booster Juice offers a range of juice-based smoothies, premium juices, and fresh food in Toronto's Bloor West Village.
Scout's noteLittle Caesars Pizza Little Caesars Pizza on Huron St offers fresh, affordable pizza with regular hours and seasonal deals.
Scout's noteThe Chopped Leaf The Chopped Leaf offers a variety of healthy meal options, including the Spicy Teriyaki Bowl, available at multiple locations across Canada.
Scout's noteSouth Street Burger South Street Burger is a fast-casual eatery known for its quality ingredients and creative menu options.
Scout's noteCoffee Culture Café & Eatery Coffee Culture Café & Eatery offers a welcoming atmosphere with fresh flavors and quality ingredients, available at multiple locations across Waterloo, Mississauga, and Milton.
Scout's noteCountrystone Park Countrystone Park is the neighbourhood's spot for a walk or some fresh air.
Scout's noteAl Madina Locals mention Al Madina as a neighbourhood favourite for kebab.
Scout's note108 Birds 108 Birds is one of the spots locals tend to point newcomers to around here.
Scout's noteUpdated July 19, 2026
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"Christian Singles Event" @ Berry Farm in Paris,ON, Sun. July 19th, 5-8 PM.
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Single? Christian? Looking for friends, dating, love? Join us for an evening of fellowship and fun AND you might even meet "THE ONE".
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What is in the local news around The Boardwalk?
Recent local headlines around The Boardwalk include Goulds farmers mark death of 'elder of Kilbride' with tractor procession - CBC, Wildfires in Ontario make Toronto air quality worst in world - The Guardian, As northern Ontario communities prepare for possible wildfire evacuations, province asks Ottawa for help - CBC. The source links below the guide point to the original reporting.
What is The Boardwalk good for day to day?
The Boardwalk has 20 food and drink places and 9 mapped parks in the current Tiny Local Adventure map, plus current event and local-news signals when available.
Is The Boardwalk a good place to live?
The Boardwalk has 6 parks and green spaces, 20 places to eat, and 48 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.
What is The Boardwalk known for?
The Boardwalk is known locally for landmarks like 108 Birds, its 20-strong food and drink scene.
What's happening in The Boardwalk this week?
There are 30 events on this week in and around The Boardwalk, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.
Who is The Boardwalk best for?
Based on what's here, The Boardwalk suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.
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What is there to do in The Boardwalk?
The Boardwalk has 6 parks and green spaces, 20 places to eat, and landmarks like 108 Birds. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.
Where should I park in The Boardwalk?
Most of The Boardwalk 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 The Boardwalk?
The Boardwalk sits in Westvale, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.
Can I see homes for sale in The Boardwalk?
Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around The Boardwalk, and can connect you with a local agent.