Winterloo

Experience the artistry of winter in real time as 3 award-winning ice carvers transform crystal-clear blocks of ice into stunning Winter Olympic inspired sculptures.

Featuring: Philippe Saraiva, Danny Marchiori, and Tyler Hayes

Bring your own skates and enjoy a memorable outing with family and friends at the uptown skating rink.

Free and open to all ages. 

Need ice skates? 

Rentals are a short walk away at McPhail's Cycle & Sports Ltd, or you can borrow ice skates from Waterloo Public Library (Eastside and McCormick Branch).

Keep the energy high and the atmosphere vibrant while jamming out to a live set by DJ King Kadeem, spinning upbeat tracks throughout the festivities.

Warm up with hot drinks and sweet treats served by the Hissing Goose Coffee Roasters.

The first 100 visitors will receive a complimentary hot drink. 

Meet the incredible snow dogs from the Ontario Federation of Sled Dog Sports and Rajenn Sled Dogs. Children under 100 lbs can experience the thrill of a snow dog sled ride — an unforgettable winter adventure.

Bringing your own pet to Winterloo? We kindly ask that you keep your animals at a distance from the working sled dogs.

Celebrate creativity and companionship at the debut Winterloo Dog Fashion Show! From cozy winter wear to creative costumes, show off your dog’s unique style and personality.

Registration is open from noon to 3:30 p.m. at the check-in tent. We’ll share more information soon.

Indulge in a taste of Canadian tradition with a complimentary serving of fresh maple taffy — a sweet winter treat for all ages.

Satisfy your cravings with delicious bites from BeaverTails and Berlin 95, serving warm and comforting favourites throughout the event.

Dive into hands-on winter fun for all ages:

• Challenge friends and family to life-sized Connect Four, Jenga, Tetris, and Cornhole
• Unleash your imagination and creativity in the Snow Painting Zone
• Build, stack, and engineer in the Block Build Zone, featuring 500+ pieces

This year’s Uptown Waterloo BIA Comfort Food Crawl, featuring a curated selection of comforting dishes crafted by restaurants throughout Uptown. From savoury classics to sweet indulgences, each stop offers a taste designed to delight and satisfy.

Tickets are $15 and must be purchased in advance. Your ticket grants access to sample a variety of dishes across multiple venues with all proceeds going to The Food Bank of Waterloo Region.

Bring your own skates and enjoy a memorable outing with family and friends at the uptown skating rink.

Free and open to all ages. 

Need ice skates? 

Rentals are a short walk away at McPhail's Cycle & Sports Ltd, or you can borrow ice skates from Waterloo Public Library (Eastside and McCormick Branch).