A person and a child are looking at a large outdoor game board of Guess Who on a sunny say in Waterloo Park with other people in the background.
A lively outdoor event in Waterloo Park with people seated on colorful chairs, watching a performer in a hat and suspenders.
A group of people are sitting on colorful lawn chairs in Waterloo Park with a large white dog lying on the grass nearby.

Day of Play

Join us for a Day of Play in the park featuring art activities, games, adventures and more. A day of non-stop fun for everyone! 

  • → Saturday, August 22, 2026
  • → noon to 5 p.m.
  • → Waterloo Park, Eby Farm area
  • → free and family-friendly

Getting here and parking

Best ways to get to Waterloo Park:

Get directions to Waterloo Park.


Check the weather

Day of Play is weather dependent. If there is rain or severe weather, the event will be cancelled. 

For updates, check this page or follow Create Waterloo on Instagram or Facebook.


What’s happening

A person stands laughing on a platform touching a Van de Graaff generator, causing their hair to static while another person stands and smiles nearby at an outdoor event.

Live performances

Watch live performances by local artists near the Eby Farm barnstead:

  • 2:00 p.m. – Simon Says Show
  • 2:40 p.m. – balloon twisting
  • 3:30 p.m. – musical show with Erick Traplin
A group of people play a giant game of Connect 4 in Waterloo Park on a sunny day.

Giant games

Play a variety of life-sized outdoor lawn games with friends and family — perfect for all ages.

Featured games: Putter Pong, Connect 4, Cornhole, Jenga, Tetris, Basketball

An arm being painted with a pink butterfly design. The background is blurred of a striped shirt and pink pants.

Face painting

Add a splash of colour to your day with a unique face painting by local artist Gautami Ramani.

A lively outdoor community event in Waterloo Park with people of varying ages sitting and standing near tables using typewriters.

Community fair

Connect with local non-profits from across Waterloo Region with interactive activities and discover how to get involved.

Featuring:


Plan what to bring

Pack these items to enjoy the event:

  • picnic blanket
  • snacks and water
  • hat and sunscreen

Find a washroom

Waterloo Park nearby washrooms:

  • located close to the swing set and Jacob Eby Farmhouse
  • wheelchair accessible
  • soap and water available
  • cleaned regularly
  • water bottle filling station

Photography notice

Photos and videos may be taken during this event and used by the City of Waterloo in print and digital communications, including the city's website, social media channels and promotional materials.
 
By attending this public event, you consent to the City of Waterloo using your image and voice in print and digital communications. If you do not wish to appear in photos or videos, please speak with city staff at the event or contact festivals@waterloo.ca.

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