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.