KIDtoberfest
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Perfect for families with kids aged 3-10 (or a kid at heart!), KIDtoberfest features traditional music and dancing, Bavarian activities and performances by family favourites! Join us Friday, October 10th, Saturday,
Event Details
Perfect for families with kids aged 3-10 (or a kid at heart!), KIDtoberfest features traditional music and dancing, Bavarian activities and performances by family favourites!
Join us Friday, October 10th, Saturday, October 11th & Sunday, October 12th, 2025 at KIDtoberfest in the Kitchener City Hall Rotunda in Downtown Kitchener!
Event Hours: 11am-5pm daily Friday to Sunday
Admission: FREE
Location: Kitchener City Hall Rotunda, 200 King Street West, Kitchener – Enter through the Willkommen Platz Biergarten (family-friendly!) or through the Young Street entrance.
KIDtoberfest Entertainment Schedule
Friday, October 10th
| Time | KIDtoberfest Stage |
| 12:30 | Erick Traplin |
| 1:15 | Doonies Book Reading |
| 1:30 | Enchanted Entertainment (mingle) |
| 2:00 | Enchanted Entertainment |
| 2:45 | Silly People |
| 3:00 | Interactive Accordion |
| 3:30 | Dance Group |
| 4:00 | Drew Ripley |
Saturday, October 11th
| Time | KIDtoberfest Stage |
| 11:30 | Erick Traplin |
| 12:15 | Doonies Book Reading |
| 12:30 | Silly People |
| 1:00 | Enchanted Entertainment (mingle) |
| 1:30 | Enchanted Entertainment |
| 2:00 | WWFirst Robotics |
| 2:30 | Deb Jones |
| 3:30 | Drew Ripley |
| 4:00 | Mr. Ben’s Music |
| 4:30 | German Dance Group |
Sunday, October 12th
| Time | KIDtoberfest Stage |
| 11:30 | Silly People |
| 12:00 | Dance Group |
| 12:30 | WWFirst Robotics |
| 01:00 | Interactive Accordion |
| 1:30 | Enchanted Entertainment (mingle) |
| 2:00 | Enchanted Entertainment |
| 3:00 | Erick Traplin |
| 3:45 | Doonies Book Reading |
| 4:00 | Mr. Ben’s Music |
*Please note that the entertainment schedule is subject to change.
Parking: Downtown Kitchener has free parking on weekdays after 5 p.m. and all day Saturday and Sunday in municipal surface parking lots. Visit City of Kitchener parking for a full list of locations.
Time
October 10, 2025 11:00 am - October 12, 2025 5:00 pm
Location
Kitchener City Hall Rotunda
200 King St W, Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7
Check out these events within the Willkommen Platz!
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Willkommen Platz – “Welcome Place”
Join us Friday, October 10th, Saturday, October 11th & Sunday, October 12th as Downtown Kitchener transforms into a bustling Bavarian village like you’ve never seen it before – outdoors along King Street from Queen Street to Kitchener City Hall!
Raise your stein in the Biergarten, savour authentic German cuisine from one of our food vendors, shop our local vendor market or sing along in front of the Circle K Main Stage at one of our live performances! K-W Oktoberfest is bringing the spirit of Gemütlichkeit to DTK!
Dates: Friday, October 10 to Sunday, October 12, 2025
Location: Carl Zehr Square (200 King Street West, Kitchener) & along King Street from Queen Street to Kitchener City Hall
All events in the Willkommen Platz have FREE entry! Event is outdoors. Please dress accordingly.
Biergarten & Main Stage Stage Hours:
Friday, October 10th – 11am – 10pm (Official Keg Tapping Ceremony 12pm to 1pm, pre-show ceremony at 11:30am!)
Saturday, October 11th – 11am – 10pm
Sunday, October 12th – 11am – 10pm
*entry into the Willkommen Platz Biergarten is FREE Friday, Saturday & Sunday for ALL ages! Biergarten is Family & Dog Friendly!
King Street Outdoor Vendor Market Hours:
Friday, October 10th – 11am – 7pm
Saturday, October 11th – 11am – 7pm
Sunday, October 12th – 11am – 7pm
Kitchener City Hall Indoor Vendor Market Hours:
Friday, October 10th – 11am – 5pm
Saturday, October 11th – 11am – 5pm
Sunday, October 12th – 11am – 5pm
Parking:
Downtown Kitchener has free parking on weekdays after 5 p.m. and all day Saturday and Sunday in municipal surface parking lots. CLICK HERE for a parking map. Click here for a full list of locations.
Time
October 10, 2025 - October 12, 2025 (All Day)
Location
Downtown Kitchener
200 King St W, Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7
Hockey with Hans Ball Hockey Tournament10oct10:00 am6:00 pm10:00 am - 6:00 pm DTK, 54 Water St S
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Dates: Friday, October 10 & Saturday, October 11, 2025Location: Manulife Parking Lot (54 Water Street South, Downtown Kitchener) Grab your stick and gather your team — it’s time for Hockey with
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Dates: Friday, October 10 & Saturday, October 11, 2025
Location: Manulife Parking Lot (54 Water Street South, Downtown Kitchener)
Grab your stick and gather your team — it’s time for Hockey with Hans! This youth ball hockey tournament brings the excitement of Oktoberfest to the streets of Downtown Kitchener with two full days of high-energy games, community spirit, and festival fun.
Open to youth teams from U7 to U19, this tournament offers divisions for both competitive and fun play, so whether you’re chasing the championship or just looking for a great time with friends, there’s a spot for you.
When you’re not hitting the pavement, visit the community rink sponsored by the Kitchener Rangers, snag a Bavarian pretzel, and soak up the Oktoberfest vibes steps away at Willkommen Platz — with food trucks, live music, vendor markets, and special appearances from Onkel Hans & the WunderWagen.
Tournament Highlights:
🏒 Youth Ball Hockey Tournament (U7–U19 Divisions)
🎉 Competitive & Fun team categories
🥨 Grainharvest Bavarian Pretzels for every player
🎶 Live entertainment & Oktoberfest festivities nearby
🎁 Team swag & prizes
🎈 Community rink & family-friendly festival atmosphere
Tournament Format:
- Friday, October 10: Round Robin Games and Championships.
- Saturday, October 11: Skills and Drills Activities
Team Registration: $550 + HST per team
Includes: tournament T-shirt, pretzel, access to festival fun, and surprises throughout the weekend!
Ready to play? Register your team here
Time
October 10, 2025 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location
DTK
54 Water St S
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