LMI 2026 Gala Weekend Itinerary | June 25–28

9:30 AM Start
Stratford City Hall - 1 Wellington St. Stratford
https://maps.app.goo.gl/nxkuGdW8EaRhswoi6

*Optional Pre-Tour (9:00 AM):
Rheo Thompson Candies - 55 Albert St. Stratford
https://maps.app.goo.gl/SeZEhLkaVpycisGd7

*Those that wish to arrive in Stratford early and partake of a special pre-tour of Rheo Thompson Candies can gather here just before 9AM. The official day trip start will be at 9:30AM @ Stratford City Hall.

Overview:
Join local members for a charming guided exploration of Stratford until approx. 2:00 PM for a special presentation of Death of a Salesman at the Avon. Host Peter Maranger will be in-touch with more details about the plans for your day, but you will be guided throughout your experience and will not need to worry about how to get to each location.

Optional Theatre Experience:
Death of a Salesman — Stratford Festival

2:00PM - 5:00PM
Avon Theatre - 99 Downie St. Stratford
https://maps.app.goo.gl/2nqNi9HpNMtDg7KW6

At 2:00PM Guests may:

• Attend the show 
• Continue exploring Stratford independently
• Return to Waterloo at their leisure

10:30 AM Start
Elora Centre for the Arts - 75 Melville St. Elora
https://maps.app.goo.gl/4nJ5SfGv3F5DMQHb6

Overview:
Enjoy a scenic, member-led journey through Elora’s most picturesque spots. Host Tony Cobb will be in-touch with more details and local members attending will ensure your tour of Elora is guided across the afternoon with a final stop at the Carbon Zero House of Randall Howard & Judy McMullan

Final Stop 12:30PM - 2:30PM:
Private visit at the Passive House of Randall & Judy Howard

The final stop of the day will be for a private lunch at Randall & Judy's special carbon-zero home in Elora. After lunch guests may enjoy free time afterward or return to Waterloo at their leisure.

3:00 PM - 6:00PM
Home of Alex & Roberta Bielak - 85 Melbourne Crescent, Waterloo
https://maps.app.goo.gl/F7ZUXWH4ZPJQzMeq8

Overview:
A unique, curated tasting experience hosted by co-founder Alex Bielak & Roberta Bielak as well as local wine experts Ted Giesbrecht and Michael Lutzmann. 

If you are attending both the Exclusive Wine Tasting Event and the Evening Cocktail Event - please plan to travel directly to the cocktail evening from Alex & Roberta's home. More information will be provided by the hosts for this event closer to. 

7:00 PM – 10:00 PM 
Bloom Restaurant, Conestoga College - 108 University Ave. E. Waterloo
https://maps.app.goo.gl/V1osoXGRYGKrzbLZA

Overview:
For those in town early, kick off the weekend with cocktails, a great spread of internationally-inspired local fare, and a relaxed social atmosphere hosted at Conestoga College's Waterloo campus, where the WR Chapter of LMI is proud to hold our regular events.

Transportation - Chartered Buses - Multiple Trips:

• From host hotels: Approx. 5:45 PM – 6:30 PM
• Return to host hotels: Approx. 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM 
• Self-drive parking available onsite (rear lot, signage provided)

7:00 PM – Late
Concordia Club - 429 Ottawa St. S. Kitchener
https://maps.app.goo.gl/sP7GjQyBQHaWW7J68

Overview:
A lively celebration inspired by Kitchener-Waterloo’s Oktoberfest heritage. Bavarian fare, local and Germanic beer, wine and plenty of surprises in-store.

Transportation - Chartered Buses - Multiple Trips:

• From host hotels: Approx. 6:15 PM – 6:45 PM
• Return to host hotels: Starting Approx. 9:00 PM + late-night loop(s)

7:00 AM – 10:00 AM (Relaxed Start)
St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market - 878 Weber St. N. Woolwich
https://maps.app.goo.gl/YEbffFzXPk5PR6S17

Overview:
Self-guided experience. Guests can gather and depart at their own pace across the morning. The Gala Committee will be on-site at the Homewood Suites Hospitality Suite from approx. 7AM - 10AM with info pamphlets for your self-guided tour as well as serving coffee & tea.

Walking distance from host hotels.

10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Kitchener Market - 300 King St E. Kitchener
https://maps.app.goo.gl/W81Dv84UzcHTo9ZA9

Overview:
Interactive cooking session showcasing techniques popularized by home chef Rob Hillier. As a special treat, the DTK Market is also open for business on Saturday Mornings. We encourage you to arrive early to take in the sights and sounds of this urban farmers market with local artisans, farmers and small businesses aplenty.

Free underground parking available on Saturdays. Paid parking along Duke St.

2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
TriSisters Art House, St. Jacobs - 1370 King St. N. St. Jacobs
https://maps.app.goo.gl/63gXjx8sJkkiJSHS6

Overview:
Explore pairing principles in a curated, artistic setting led by local chapter wine expert - Michael Lutzmann.  Test simple, yet unexpected flavour pairings against a selection of wines to discover new ways to look at pairings, plus take in the beauty of art & culture at the TriSisters Art House once you're finished!

6:30 PM – Cocktail Hour
7:30 PM - Late – 7-Course Dinner
Cambridge Hotel & Conference Centre - 700 Hespeler Rd. Cambridge
https://maps.app.goo.gl/UQJyzQrFHvFtKAMH6

Overview:
The highlight of the weekend — a formal evening featuring a refined 7-course dining experience curated and prepared by Chef Aaron Clyne and his team at CH. There will be a short cocktail hour beforehand as guests arrive and presentations throughout as we celebrate another year of operations and look forward to the 2027 Gala!

Transportation - Chartered Buses - Multiple Trips:

• From host hotels: Approx. 5:45 PM – 6:25 PM
• To host hotels: Approx. 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM