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Thursday, July 3, 2025 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Salsa in the Square

Never tried Salsa dancing before? Or are you a pro? Come join us at the Uptown Waterloo Square to dance and have fun! No partner required.

What to expect?

  • Salsa dancing to let loose 
  • Music and a good time!
  • No partner required, just come and have fun!

When and Where?

Thursday, July 3

6:30-9:00pm

Meet in Renison atrium to take GRT ion to Uptown Waterloo Public Square

Friday, July 4, 2025 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Karaoke

Bring your energy, singing voice, and a list of your favourite songs to enjoy a night of karaoke with your peer leaders! Don’t want to sing? That’s okay! All are welcome to come out and enjoy the good vibes!

What can you expect?

  • Pick your go-to karaoke song and sing along with the music
  • Cheer on your friends as they rock their favourite tunes
  • Enjoy snacks, dancing, and a fun atmosphere with your Renison community!

When and where?

Friday, July 4

8:00pm - 10:30pm

Renison Atrium

Monday, July 7, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Fun with Dons

Join your residence dons for a unique experience in the cafeteria! Each event is a surprise planned by dons for the residence students and Renison community!

What you can expect? 

  • High energy event

  • Snacks, games, and lots of fun!

  • The chance to connect with the dons and residence community

When and where?

Monday, July 7

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Meet in the cafeteria 

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Fun with Dons

Join your residence dons for a unique experience in the cafeteria! Each event is a surprise planned by dons for the residence students and Renison community!

What you can expect? 

  • High energy event

  • Snacks, games, and lots of fun!

  • The chance to connect with the dons and residence community

When and where?

Wednesday, July 2

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Meet in the cafeteria 

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Canada Day at Waterloo Park

Celebrate Canada Day with your peer leaders in Waterloo Park! Enjoy games and vendors! Stick around until 10:00pm to see a colourful drone show!

What can you expect?

  • Booths with vendors and food
  • Live music and performances by local artists
  • A fun evening in the park with your peer leaders!

When and where?

Tuesday, July 1

5:00pm – 10:00pm

Meet in the Atrium to walk to Waterloo Park

Monday, June 30, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Speed Friending

In this classic Renison event, you get to meet a new friend every 5-minutes! Exchange contact information, and get to know as many new Reni-friends as possible!

What can you expect?

  • Snacks for everyone
  • Conversation Starters at each table
  • A chance to break the ice and make new friends

When and where?

Monday, June 30

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Thursday, June 26, 2025 6:15 pm - 9:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Bowling Bus Trip

Want to wind down the night with some bowling fun? Come join us on the Bowling Bus Trip at Splitsville!

What can you expect?

  • Compete against your friends in some bowling madness 
  • Bowling shoe rental and bus from Renison to Splitsville included
  • See how many strikes you can get!

When and where?

Thursday, June 26

6:15pm – 9:30pm

Meet in the Atrium

Register on Renison Event Portal !!

Saturday, June 28, 2025 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

St. Jacob's Farmers' Market Bus Trip

Visit the St Jacobs Farmers’ Market with your peer leaders.

What can you expect?

  • Shopping at various stalls
  • Walking around the market and learning about Waterloo culture
  • Baked goods, souvenirs, and lots of produce!

When and where?

Saturday, June 28

12:30pm – 3:30pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Please note that many vendors only take cash. There is an ATM at the market, but we recommend bringing at least $20 if you plan to make any purchases.

Register on Renison’s Events Portal!