Doors Open Waterloo Region returns September 21

Waterloo Region – The Region of Waterloo’s annual Doors Open returns Saturday, September 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free.

Explore local destinations including noteworthy buildings, interesting businesses and heritage sites. Discover Waterloo Region's structures and stories during this day of exclusive access.

Now in its 22nd year, Doors Open Waterloo Region is part of Doors Open Ontario. The province-wide event celebrates community heritage and architecture.

Doors Open Waterloo Region showcases 26 participating locations throughout the Region’s cities and townships.

Tour fascinating sites featuring robots, fire engines, cheesemaking and theoretical physics. Explore a historic 1852 jail, take a tour of a farm distillery, or enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at theatrical sets, props, and costumes. This year's Doors Open theme is “Adaptive Reuse”. The theme comes to life in several sites, including Indwell St. Mark's Place. This former church is now a new 43-unit affordable housing complex.

Several locations are celebrating anniversaries as part of their Doors Open festivities, including: Emmanuel at Brighton Child Care Centre (60^th), Indwell (50^th), The Food Bank of Waterloo Region (40^th), ION LRT (5^th) and St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (170^th).  

For a full listing of sites and complete event information, please visit: regionofwaterloo.ca/doorsopen

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