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University of Waterloo events

At Waterloo, we're proud to host a wide variety of events for the campus community and our larger community. Find out what's happening on campus, from free public lectures to workshops and information sessions.

Plan your event

For support with your event, view our resources for event planners and contact community.relations@uwaterloo.ca.

Events

Friday, March 20, 2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

World Water Day 2026

Celebrate World Water Day 2026 with the Water Institute! Join us for a full-day conference featuring inspiring keynote speakers, a showcase of innovative student research, award presentations and networking opportunities. Don't miss this exciting annual event!

Friday, March 20, 2026 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

CODA

The University of Waterloo Department of Fine Arts invites you to the 52nd Senior Undergraduate Exhibition hosted by the University of Waterloo Art Gallery. This annual exhibition captures the creativity and diversity of practices that students have been exploring in the studio arts program.

Saturday, March 21, 2026 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

CODA

The University of Waterloo Department of Fine Arts invites you to the 52nd Senior Undergraduate Exhibition hosted by the University of Waterloo Art Gallery. This annual exhibition captures the creativity and diversity of practices that students have been exploring in the studio arts program.

Saturday, March 21, 2026 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Legacy in Motion: Melanin Masterpiece

When: Saturday, March 21st, 6:00 - 10:00 PM

Where: Conestoga Banquet Hall, 617 King St. N, Waterloo

What is it? UW BASE (Black Association of Student Expression) is proud to present the Legacy in Motion: Melanin Masterpiece Showcase, a vibrant celebration of Black culture as a living, evolving force.

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Computer Museum Open House

On Tuesday, March 24th and Saturday, March 28th, we will be holding our Computer Museum Open House. The event will run from 10:00am to 4:00pm in DC 1316. Come for prizes and games, and to explore the Computer Museum’s collection of artifacts and try out some vintage systems! Our Open House is free to attend, and all visitors are welcome!

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Black, Indigenous, and Racialized Students' Writing Cafe

The Black, Indigenous and Racialized Students' Writing Café is a social writing group. Unlike traditional peer feedback-based writing groups, we don’t read each other’s finished writing: instead, we write together to create a community of writers who can cheer each other on during what is often an isolating, difficult journey!

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Cooperathon powered by Desjardins X Velocity Speed Challenge

Come race against the clock to find innovative solutions to important problems facing people, our planet and our prosperity. ​

The Speed Challenge is open to anyone aged 18 and up, regardless of whether you are a student of UWaterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University, Conestoga College or a resident of Kitchener-Waterloo.