With a lush landscape, bustling downtown area, and fun festivals year-round, Waterloo, Ontario, offers a scenic setting for business meetings, weddings, and special events alike. Close to Toronto, Buffalo, and Detroit, this charming destination combines all the benefits of big city living with the gracious hospitality of a small town.

Along with a warm welcome, you’ll also find a warm bed waiting for you in Waterloo. You’ll find a wide variety of accommodations, from charming bed and breakfasts to luxury resorts and spas, business hotels with conference centers, budget-friendly motels, and camping resort and conservation areas.

You can enjoy cuisine from around the world at one of Waterloo’s many dining establishments. With low-key lounges, casual cafes, and award-winning gourmet restaurants, there’s something for every occasion. The area also boasts five farmer’s markets that offer fresh produce, artisanal cheeses and breads, and local crafts.

Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of over 4200 acres of Waterloo parkland for innumerable recreational activities. Visit the athletic fields at RIM Park, splish and splash at the indoor pool and slide at Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex, or enjoy championship quality links along the banks of the Grand River at Grey Silo golf course.

Famous for their outdoor festivals, Waterloo celebrates music, food, culture and more all year long. The Waterloo Jazz Festival, the Royal Medieval Faire, and Oktoberfest are particularly popular, and Canada’s only Thanksgiving Day Parade begins in Waterloo. That’s just one more reason to host your next event or business function in Waterloo!