Active Kitchener

Residents can pre-book time to use a community centre gym for physical activity with their household bubble of up to 10 people. Booking gym time is FREE and bookings for each 45-minute time slot can be made online, in-person or by calling the centre. Learn more. 

Book your space

Residents can pre-book a multi-purpose room at community centres during business hours for up to two hours at a time to host a meeting or group activity. Bookings can be made online, in-person, or by calling the centre. This program is free.

Kitchener is a vibrant community filled with history and charm. What better way to discover it, than by foot! Here are some self-guided walking tours you can do on your own or with your own household this winter.

Downtown Kitchener Art Walk

Kitchener has a budding art scene. See all of the art installations and murals within the downtown Kitchener core. Use the Art Walk guide, and happy perusing!

Self-guided tours

Kitchener is rich in history. Explore the heritage of different neighbourhoods, building and artifacts around the city in a self-guided walking tour!

Find a collection of fun and safe arts and culture activities online and in person by visiting our arts and culture page. 

We’re shining a light on the murals at 44 Gaukel St! Snap a pic of the murals created by local artists which are being lit for residents to see at nighttime.

We’re offering virtual and in-person programming for children and youth after school, in the evenings and during school breaks, including:

• Sport and skills development, arts, crafts, cooking, STEM and wellness activities
• Leadership development with volunteering opportunities
• Homework support
• Employment readiness support

Visit our children and youth programs page to find a fun program.

Do you enjoy nature and gardening? Look at our listing of online and outdoor activities, including bees, birding and butterflies.

Natural area programs

Through our Kitchener Natural Areas Program (KNAP), we offer in-person and online events and learning opportunities, including:

• Yoga, mindfulness and meditation
• Hikes and forest bathing
• Workshops

Visit our KNAP page to find a program.

This fall, stay connected while safely participating in our virtual and in person programs that are available at a number of community centres. Programs include:

• Kitchener Connections - free weekday programs via phone
• Social Support Calls - support for those feeling isolated, or just want to talk
• Connected @ Home Program - receive activity boxes, join weekly teleconferences or Zoom group activities
• Rock Solid Connections - an interactive Zoom-based social and recreational program
• Kitchener Tech Connects - Free Technology Training and Lending Library
• Virtual fitness and wellness programs - In-person classes including fitness, art, yoga, meditation and many others suited for all ages and abilities

Visit our seniors page or call 519-741-2200 ext. 2501 and learn about our current program offerings.

If you or your child has a disability and require one to one support to participate in any of our programs, we will do our best to accommodate you. Support may be provided by program staff, training volunteers or support workers. Visit our leisure support webpage for more information and to complete a request form.

For any other accommodation needs or requests, please email the Inclusion Services Coordinator or call, 519-741-2200 ext. 7229.

We are now offering programs for all ages, including:

• Private and family swimming lessons
• Leadership and lifeguard programs
• Registered aqua-fitness, adult swims, lane swims and family swims
• Registration for term 2 opens October 5.

Be sure to visit our swimming lessons and programs page to learn what programs are offered.