Kate's 5 fun things to do in and around Waterloo region: Dec. 13 to 15
Sparkles in the Park opens in Guelph on Saturday or catch some basketball action in Kitchener
After a few pretty cold days to end the week, the weekend's weather is looking a bit warmer with some sun and some rain in the forecast.
Head over near Rockwood to the Halton County Radial Railway where they're doing Christmas on the Rails. Go for a ride through the woods with Santa and check out the bars filled with various streetcars.
There's a teen Winter Murder Mystery Party at the Guelph Public Library's east end branch on Saturday afternoon that includes the invitation to wear ugly festive sweaters. Registration is required.
The Kitchener Rangers are at home Friday night against the Kingston Frontenacs before hitting the road for a Sunday game in London.
The Guelph Storm have two home games this weekend. Friday night they face the Saginaw Spirit. Then Saturday afternoon the Kingston Frontenacs will be in town.
As well, Sparkles In The Park in Guelph's Riverside Park opens Saturday at 5:30 p.m.
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K-W Titans vs. Pontiac Pharaohs
Saturday starting at 2 p.m.
The Aud, Kitchener
The K-W Titans basketball team is back in action this weekend with a home game against the Pontiac Pharaohs.
If you haven't been to a game before, know there are some pre-game activities for kids and adults at the sidelines and after the game, stick around to get autographs from the players.
Cambridge Christmas Market
Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cambridge's city hall
There are more than 100 local artists, crafters, makers and vendors who will fill city hall and the Cambridge Centre for the Arts. There will also be live entertainment, a fire pit lounge and food trucks.
It's all part of Cambridge's Winterfest events.
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More markets
There are other markets on this weekend:
- Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. the Holiday Indigenous Art Market is on at Kitchener's city hall with more than 70 vendors.
- Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Holiday Market is at St. George's Anglican Church in Guelph.
Christmas in the District
Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Gaslight District, Cambridge
There are a bunch of outdoor events in the district including market huts, outdoor screenings of How The Grinch Stole Christmas (the 1966 version at 11:30 a.m. and the 2018 version at 3 p.m.).
There will be carolers, photos with The Grinch and Cindy Lou Who, plus there's the North Pole Patio where there are hot drinks and people can roast marshmallows. Finish the night with a kiss at the Mistletoe Trail spot and some karaoke with an ugly Christmas sweater party.
Christmas Joy concert and carol singalong
Sunday at 2 p.m.
Dublin United Church, Guelph
A wise elf once said: "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear."
If you want to hear some tunes, and belt out a few yourself, this event is for you. The concert will feature the Chancel, Handbell and Joyful Noise Choirs, with guests the Pamati Filipino Children's Choir.
There will also be storyteller Sya VanGeest and special guests, Nicholas Stoup, Chris Moir, John Murray, Susie Van Acker, Carole Smith, Erica Cheyne.
Plus, of course, a chance to sing some carols, too. A cookie and cider reception will follow. The event is free, but goodwill offerings are welcome.
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