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What’s happening this weekend in Cambridge

Pride and the kick off of #WalkQueen highlight another busy weekend of activities
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Walk Queen begins with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday.

Enjoy the first weekend in June with activities an events around the city. For more event listings, check out CambridgeToday's events page.

Friday, June 2

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.

Wanderings and Traces (Preston)

Preston Idea Exchange - 435 King St E, all day

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

Wandering and Traces (Hespeler)

Hespeler Idea Exchange - 5 Tannery St E, all day

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

Kickoff weekend for #WalkQueen and the Hespeler Village Market

Hespeler Village, all summer

Join the ribbon cutting at 3 p.m. to officially begin the weekend closures of Queen Street. Enjoy the local businesses, vendors, activities and events all summer long.

Disney’s Newsie JR

Cambridge Arts Theatre 47 Water Street S, 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday

Come out and watch actOUT KW! children and youth as they perform Disney’s Newsies JR.

Idea Exchange at the Hespeler Village Market

Hespeler Village, 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Play outside, do some crafts and learn more about the Idea Exchange’s services.

Speed Dating & Social with Sylvia

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

A singles mixer with a fun twist and craft beer. Email Sylvia to register and pay at [email protected].

OK2BME: Pride Prom 2023 - Starry Night

Cambridge Centre of the Arts - 60 Dickson St, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

An annual Pride prom for students in Grades 9-12 (ages 13-18) who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+, as well as their allies.

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.

Lip Sync For Your Life Music Video Bingo RuPaul edition at EVO

EVO Kitchen & Bar - 31 Water St S, 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

A night of lip sync entertainment and video musical bingo.

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.

Live Music at Rhythm and Brews

1000 Bishop St N, 8 p.m.

Listen to music from Loose Cannon with a cold beer.

Saturday, June 3

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.

Hespeler Village Neighbourhood Association Day

Hespeler Memorial Arena - 640 Ellis Rd, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Join the HVNA for a pancake breakfast, skateboarding and a bike skills course.

Family Fun Day

Main Street, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Decorate your child’s wagon as a float with them for PRIDE Family Fun Day on Main Street.

PRIDE - Kick off - Crystal Quartz

Rhythm and Brews Brewing Company - 1000 Bishop St N, 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Residents can enjoy dance workshops, a vendor market, music, balloon artists and face-painting, delicious food, henna and more.

Art Cart: Pride

Queen’s Square Idea Exchange - 1 North Square, 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Create a rainbow flag for Pride month.

Mario Kart Tournament

Old Post Office Idea Exchange - 12 Water St S, 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Choose your favourite character and compete against other Mario fans.

Queer and Ally Artmaking

Queen’s Square Idea Exchange - 1 North Square, 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Create crafts in an inclusive and welcoming environment.

Alison Neighbourhood Community Centre Day

Soper Park - 120 Shade St, 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Take a stroll through the park and take part in games, crafts, activities and more.

Live Music at Rhythm and Brews

1000 Bishop St N, 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Cap off the night with beer and music from the Last Band On Earth.

Sunday, June 4

Drag Brunch

1000 Bishop St N, 11 a.m.

Kick off Pride month with brunch and a drag show.

Galt Jazz

Main Street, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Head downtown for a musical celebration.