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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

Saturday, March 22, 2025 - Tuesday, March 25, 2025 (all day)

UPSTART 25 Student Work Festival

The UpStart festival is a juried one-act play festival hosted by the University of Waterloo Theatre and Performance program. All these plays are written, directed, and performed by students. They will be presented March 19th-22nd from 7:00pm - 9:00pm EST in the Theatre of the Arts. Three shows make up the festival.

Saturday, March 22, 2025 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

The Clockmaker's Daughter | Grebel Student Musical

Conrad Grebel University College Student Council is proud to present the first Canadian production of The Clockmaker's Daughter. Set in late 1800's Ireland, master clockmaker Abraham Reed, after the loss of his daughter, accidentally creates a mechanical girl that comes to life and names her Constance. Despite her life-like appearance, he tells her to remain hidden from the outside world, but her curiosity leads her to escape her confines. The tale follows her as she discovers what it means to be human.

Saturday, March 22, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

The Clockmaker's Daughter | Grebel Student Musical

Conrad Grebel University College Student Council is proud to present the first Canadian production of The Clockmaker's Daughter. Set in late 1800's Ireland, master clockmaker Abraham Reed, after the loss of his daughter, accidentally creates a mechanical girl that comes to life and names her Constance. Despite her life-like appearance, he tells her to remain hidden from the outside world, but her curiosity leads her to escape her confines. The tale follows her as she discovers what it means to be human.

Saturday, March 22, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

UPSTART 25 Student Work Festival

The UpStart festival is a juried one-act play festival hosted by the University of Waterloo Theatre and Performance program. All these plays are written, directed, and performed by students. They will be presented March 19th-22nd from 7:00pm - 9:00pm EST in the Theatre of the Arts. Three shows make up the festival.

Sunday, March 23, 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

The Clockmaker's Daughter | Grebel Student Musical

Conrad Grebel University College Student Council is proud to present the first Canadian production of The Clockmaker's Daughter. Set in late 1800's Ireland, master clockmaker Abraham Reed, after the loss of his daughter, accidentally creates a mechanical girl that comes to life and names her Constance. Despite her life-like appearance, he tells her to remain hidden from the outside world, but her curiosity leads her to escape her confines. The tale follows her as she discovers what it means to be human.

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Waterloo Womxn + Nonbinary Wednesdays: Learn to Lift

Join us for a beginner/size-friendly weightlifting workshop with movement specialist Sam Germann. Sam will share her passion for weightlifting and guide us through a fun and inclusive hour of movement, where you'll learn techniques that work for you.

Everyone is welcome – no experience necessary! Space is limited, so please register in advance.