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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.

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

Events

Friday, March 21, 2025 - Monday, March 24, 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.

Friday, March 21, 2025 10:00 am - 3:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

World Water Day 2025 – Save our Glaciers!

Celebrate World Water Day 2025 with the Water Institute! Join us for a full-day conference featuring inspiring keynote speakers, a showcase of innovative student research, award presentations, networking opportunities, and a complimentary lunch. Don't miss this exciting event!

Friday, March 21, 2025 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Velocity Future Cities Innovation Challenge Finals

Join us for the Velocity Future Cities Innovation Challenge Final Awards and Presentations in partnership with the University of Waterloo's Future Cities Institute!

​​Come celebrate the top eight teams who have made it this far as they take the stage to deliver their polished three-minute pitches to a live audience and judges. There is $20,000 in cash prizes up for grabs!

Friday, March 21, 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 - 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.