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What’s happening this weekend in Cambridge

The long weekend is approaching and there's plenty to do around the city
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Kids can learn the about the drums on Saturday at the Old Post Office Idea Exchange.

Enjoy the long weekend with food, music and activities for all ages. Check out our events page for more happening this weekend.

Friday, May 19

To Build What We Become When We Dream

Queen’s Square Idea Exchange - 1 North Square, all day

This art exhibition, curated by Sarah-Tai Black and featuring Katrina Coombs, Nnenna Okore and Chason Yeboah, brings together Black artists and celebrates their work. Runs all weekend.

The Mom Project

Preston Idea Exchange - 435 King St. E, All day

Come view a collection of small oil on board portraits by Mark Crofton Bell. Paintings of his mother during the final years of her life shine a light on the process of aging, physical and mental deterioration, and death. Runs all weekend.

Wandering and Traces (Hespeler)

Hespeler Idea Exchange - 5 Tannery St E, all day

View the solo exhibition from Toronto-based artists Amanda McCavour.

Connections 50+

Queen’s Square Idea Exchange - 1 North Square, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Make connections with other adults while taking part in concerts, crafting, chats and more.

Karaoke at the Galt Legion

Galt Legion - 4 Veteran's Way, 7 p.m.

Pick your favourite songs and sing the night away.

Roller Skating at Galt Arena Gardens

Galt Arena Gardens - 98 Shade St, 7 p.m.

Strap on the skates with Retro Rollers for a night of nostalgia.

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical

Hamilton Family Theatre - 46 Grand Ave S, 7:30 p.m.

Take in the story of Carole King’s rise from teenage songwriter to the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer. Shows run throughout the weekend. Tickets can be purchased here.

Karaoke Fridays at Gator's Tail

970 Franklin Blvd, 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Head out to the local Sports Shack and Grill to show off your singing skills.

Saturday, May 20

Cambridge Farmers' Market

40 Dickson St, 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

A central community food hub, the market features 26 year round vendors and 30 seasonal vendors. Kids Mother's Day crafts and a free treat for mom’s will be available.

Pierogi Pigs Food Truck

Wave Maker Brewery - 639 Laurel St, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Head to the local brewery for hot pierogis and cold beer.

Bucket Drumming

Old Post Office Idea Exchange - 12 Water St S, 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Learn the basics of the drums with buckets, sticks and sheet music.