Your August Long Weekend Staycation Starts at Your Condo Door
By Condo Culture
The August long weekend is packed with music, markets, outdoor fun, and vibrant local culture. Here’s your city-by-city guide to what’s on and where condo life puts you right in the middle of it all.
KITCHENER
TD Kitchener Blues Festival
Friday, August 1 – Monday, August 4 | Downtown Kitchener
Four days of incredible live blues, food trucks, and big festival energy—just steps from most DTK condos.
DTK Latin Heat 2025
Friday, August 1 | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Carl Zehr Square, 200 King St W
Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue dance the night away at this vibrant summer finale—just steps from Charlie West.
Dive-In Movie Night at Big Splash
Saturday, August 2 | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Bingemans Big Splash Waterpark
Movie night like never before, Poolside under the stars!
WATERLOO
Uptown Night Market
Friday, August 2 | Evening | Waterloo Public Square
Local makers, music, and late-night shopping in the heart of Uptown—just steps from Circa 1877.
A Distiller’s Tale: The Art & Legacy of the Seagram Distillery
July 8, 2025 – May 1, 2026 | Tues - Sat 10 AM- 4 PM | City of Waterloo Museum (Conestoga Mall) Explore the fascinating history of the Seagram Distillery in this exhibit, great for residents of Seagram Lofts.
Long Weekend Band Crawl Vol. 13
Saturday, August 3 | Evening | Various Uptown Venues
For $25, hit multiple live music spots in Uptown Waterloo for a night of great bands and good vibes.
CAMBRIDGE
Gaslight District Live Events
All Weekend | Friday, August 1 – Sunday, August 3 | Downtown Galt
Live entertainment, patios, and pop-up fun in a buzzing riverside hub—just steps from The Gaslight Condos.
Tea for Three
Sunday, August 3 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Mill Race Park, 104 Water Street
Enjoy free outdoor entertainment with Paul Morris, Gwen Potter, and Brad McEwen performing music from England, France, and beyond
From festivals to food to fresh air, there’s something happening in every direction, and the right condo puts you right where the action is.