2025 Monthly/Weekly Events
Click each box to find more details. Unless specified, all monthly and weekly events are at the
Columbus Conference Centre,145 Dearborn Place. Scroll down for special events.
Executive
Meeting
each month
7:00 pm
Online
Executive Meeting
Corporate
Meeting
7:00 pm
Corporate Meeting
General
Meeting
7:15 pm
General Meeting
All members welcome.
Faith of
Our Fathers
each month
7:00 pm
Faith of
Our Fathers
All members and guests welcome
Horseshoe Leagues
6:30 - 9:30pm
Horseshoe Leagues
Call 519-884-2060
for details
Ballroom
Dancing
6:30 - 9:30pm
Feb-June + Sept-Jan
Ballroom Dancing
Call 519-884-2060
for details
Cribbage Tournament
each month
12 Noon sharp
2025 Special Events
January 2025
Jan
27
Lunch and refreshments will be served, as well as a recap of our 2024 Toy Drive for Needy Kids.
2024 Toy Drive Wrap-Up Party
Starts at: 11:30 am to 2:30 pm
RSVP: Martin Hickey, manager@
February 2025
Feb
1
Basketball Free Throw
Since 1972, councils have sponsored the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship for boys and girls from the ages of 9 to 14 to provide an athletic outlet and encourage the values of sportsmanship and healthy competition.
Location: St David’s High School Gym
Contact: Mike Szabo ([email protected])
Feb
15
In support of Knights of Columbus Toy Drive and the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Tickets include:
- $250 in casino chips (no cash value – for draw prizes only)
- 1 drink of your choice
- Fantastic buffet
- Fabulous prizes
- One month exclusive membership to the Columbus Conference Center.
Valentine Charity Casino
Time: 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Tickets: $100
Location: Columbus Conference Center, 145 Dearborn Place, Waterloo
Contact: Larry Nuttall ([email protected]), Al Wood ([email protected]), Don McNichol ([email protected]), Kim McGeagh ([email protected]), Columbus Conference Centre (519-884-2060)
Feb
17
Annual Family Day Plunger Plop
- The most fun your family or friends and you can have with toilets! Don’t forget to take photos.
- Admission includes 1 bowl of chili, and a cup of hot chocolate. Other aiming fluids sold separately.
Family Plunger Plop
Starts at: 9:45am – until 4pm
Cost: $60/team of 4 in advance, $75 at the door.
Location: Columbus Conference Center, 145 Dearborn Place, Waterloo
Register: Family Day Plunger Plop Registration
March 2025
April 2025
April
18
Good Friday Fish Fry
The Waterloo Knights of Columbus Good Friday Fish Fry is a beloved annual tradition, known for its delicious fish dinners and welcoming community atmosphere. Year after year, it draws large crowds and remains a resounding success thanks to dedicated volunteers and strong local support. We hope to see you there!
Pricing:
1 pc Fish and Chips* $17.50 (tax included)
2 pc Fish and Chips* $22.50 (tax included)
Comes with fish, fries, coleslaw, and roll with butter
Tickets: Must be purchased in advance by calling Martin at: 519-884-2060
Flyer: download here
Starts at: Seating’s every hour 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 5pm and 6pm.
Takeout Orders: Available 1pm – 6pm
May 2025
May
3
Noteworthy Singers Spring Concert
The Noteworthy Singers have been proud supporters of the Waterloo Knights of Columbus New Toys for Needy Kids Toy Drive for many years. Your attendance at this concert helps ensure they can continue sharing their music and supporting meaningful causes.
Piano: Jack Wyndham
Percussion: Andy Macpherson
Date: May 3, 2025
Time: 3 pm
Location: Knox Presbyterian Church 50 Erb St. W, Waterloo
Website: https://www.nwsingers.com
Tickets: Must be purchased in advance by emailing [email protected]
Price: Adults $20, Students 13 – 18 $10
Children under 12 – Free
Flyer: download here.
June 2025
June
21
2nd Annual Poker Run (200km Run)
Run through: Mennonite Country, Heritage Villages and Farm Lands
Benefits the Waterloo Knights of Columbus New Toys for Needy Kids Toy Drive and Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Fee: Entry Fee $35.00 includes Breakfast (no entry fee with $100 sponsorship)
Registration: 9am – 11 am
Contact: Al Wood 519-218-0099
Other Details: Bike Blessing by Priest, BBQ, Live Music, Trophies.
Flyer: Click here to download
Date: Saturday June 21, 2025, Rain Day Sunday Jun 22, 2025
Location: Columbus Conference Centre: 145 Dearborn Place Waterloo
July 2025
July
20th
Rain Date:
July 21st if necessary
ALL YEARS AND MAKES ARE WELCOME
$5 to enter – Music – Door Prizes – Raffles – Food – 50/50
Proceeds raised with be donated to charity.
View Flyer: Click here!
Galaxie Club Meet and Greet 2024
Tickets are $5 to enter – Music – Door Prizes – Raffles – Food – 50/50
Date: July 20th Rain Date: July 21st.
Time: 11am – 3pm
August 2025
Aug
17
Annual Golf Tournament
Join us for the Annual Waterloo Knights of Columbus Golf Tournment – fellowship and fun!
Golf Location: Conestogo
Tee Off:
Dinner: 5:30pm at Columbus Conference Centre, 145 Dearborn Pl. Waterloo
Tickets: Call Martin Hickey at 519-884-2060
September 2025
Sept
Taste of Bavaria Beer Garden Event
Join us for a barrel of fun for our Taste of Bavaria Beer Garden. Tickets include dinner and live music performances.
Thursday Sept 14 – Music by St. Louis Blues
Friday Sept 15 – Music by Leap of Faith
Saturday Sept 16 – Music by St. Louis Blues
Tickets are $45 each. Must be purchased in advance by calling Martin 519-884-2060.
Dinner at 6:00 pm includes: Schnitzel, German Potato Salad, Veg & Desert.
Live Music: 7pm – 10pm.
Location: Columbus Conference Centre 145 Dearborn Place Waterloo.
Sept
9
Serra Golf Tournament & Clergy Steak Dinner
All Clergy complimentary golf and dinner. All others $130 includes golf, cart and dinner. Dinner only $35.00. All are welcome. Sponsored by the KW Serra Club and the Waterloo, Kitchener and Elmira Knights of Columbus.
Email: Peter Guinta
Golf Location: Beaverdale Golf Course, 1171 Kossuth Rd, Cambridge
Tee Off: 9 am (pls arrive 20 mins prior)
Dinner: 5:30pm at Columbus Conference Centre 145 Dearborn Pl. Waterloo .
October 2025
November 2025
Nov
13
Toy Drive Kick Off
Join us for our Annual Toy Drive Kick Off meeting at the Columbus Conference Centre. The annual Toy Drive Kick-off Meeting welcomes sponsors and the public to a heartwarming event. Here, attendees can listen to inspiring testimonials from the groups we support, demonstrating the real impact of their donations. This event signifies the beginning of the holiday season, reminding us that small acts of kindness can make a significant difference in the lives of others, especially children and families in need.
Starts at 11:00 am
Pictures at 11:15 sharp
Food, drinks and community
For more information contact [email protected] or call 519-884-2060 and ask for Martin.
Nov
15
We hope to see you at the KW Santa Clause Parade at 10am. Look for our Float! We will be collecting new unwrapped toys and cash for the Waterloo Knights of Columbus New Toys for Needy Kids Toy Drive.
KW Santa Clause Parade (Lions Club)
Starts at 10am in downtown Kitchener.
For more details click here.
Nov
15
Join us at the Waterloo Mennonite Brethren Church for a charity concert. Details to be announced.
Christmas Concert for Charity
Starts at 10am in downtown Kitchener.
For more details click here.
Nov
TBD
Rogers TV presents
Night with the Kitchener Rangers
7:00 puck drop
Will be collecting toys and monetary donations for The Knights of Columbus New Toys for Needy Kids Toy Drive
Ranger Toy Drive Night
Starts at: 7:00 pm puck Drop
Donations: New, Unwrapped gifts, and monetary donations will be collected
More Info: View the flyer
December 2025
Nov – Dec
TBD
The Waterloo Regional Police is hosting its Stuff a Cruiser Campaign again this year. Your new unwrapped toys are being collected at multiple locations. Check out the flyer to find out where.
Waterloo Regional Police Stuff a Cruiser Events
Click to view the Stuff a Cruiser location Flyer and QR Code
Dec
TBD
The Noteworthy Singers have been a long time sponsor of the Toy Drive. They have practiced for endless hours to bring you the sounds of Christmas. They ask you to bring a new unwrapped toy and/or cash or cheque donation. All proceeds go to the Waterloo Knights of Columbus New Toys for Needy Kids Toy Drive.
Noteworthy Singers Benefit Concert in support of the New Toys for Needy Kids Toy Drive
Starts at: 3:00 pm
Location: Knox Presbyterian Church, Waterloo 50 Erb St. W, Waterloo, ON
Admission: Cash or cheque donation and/or unwrapped toy.
Dec
TBD
KW Siskins Game Toy Drive Collection
The KW Siskins will be collecting toys for the Waterloo Knights of Columbus New Toys for Needy Kids Toy Drive. In return for a new unwrapped toy, you will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win 20 tickets to a Toronto Maple Leaf’s game.
#itsallaboutthekidskw
Starts at: 1:30 pm
Location: Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex
101 Father David Bauer Dr.
Waterloo, Ont.
Dec
TBD
KW Titans Game Toy Drive Collection
The KW Titans will be collecting toys and monetary donations for the Waterloo Knights of Columbus New Toys for Needy Kids Toy Drive. #itsallaboutthekidskw
Starts at: 2pm
Location: Kitchener Auditorium
June
20th, 2026
3rd Annual Poker Run 2026 – Save the date!
Run through: Mennonite Country, Heritage Villages and Farm Lands
Benefits the Waterloo Knights of Columbus New Toys for Needy Kids Toy Drive and Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Fee: Entry Fee $35.00 includes Breakfast (no entry fee with $100 sponsorship)
Registration: 9am – 11 am
Contact: Al Wood 519-218-0099
Other Details: Bike Blessing by Priest, BBQ, Camping, Live Music, (Trophy’s).
Date: Saturday June 20, 2026, Rain Day Sunday Jun 21, 2026
Location: Columbus Conference Centre: 145 Dearborn Place Waterloo
For any updates or changes to this page, please contact Nola Young 519-741-7641 or email [email protected]
