Arts and culture
City festivals + events
Schedules and details for city-run events such as Winterloo, Lumen, Amplify, Final Fridays, Open Streets, Campfire and more.
Museum + cultural heritage
View exhibits and hours for the City of Waterloo museum, and learn more about the history of Waterloo.
Artist + maker resources
Join our artist roster, attend professional development workshops or find creative spaces for rent.
Public art
View the city's Public Art Map and installations and learn more about temporary and community art programs.
Public art competitions
View public art projects currently open for bidding and learn more about the formal competition process.
Artist in residence
Find out more about our artist in residence program and read profiles of past artists who have participated.
Culture Plan
City programs are guided by the Culture Plan, which makes cultural development a community priority from 2014 to 2024.
Visitor Information Centre
Open May to October, the centre is located at the corner of Erb Street and Father David Bauer Drive in uptown Waterloo
Community events
Apply for an Arts Grant
Learn more about our Arts Grant Program. Find out how to apply, who is eligible and when to submit your application.