May 10, 2025

KOI Fest partners with Centre in the Square

BY MIKE STROMME Kitchener-Waterloo’s biggest showcase vehicle for local indie rock is receiving an upgrade, as KOI Fest expands to Centre In The Square. KOI Fest At The Parking Lot will be a two-stage, indie rock bonanza featuring a mix of local talent and established acts coming to the Centre In The Square (CITS) parking lot on June 25. “The Parking Lot is an exciting new venture and creates new … Continued

KOI Fest has best year yet

BY MATT HOWELL Celebrating its fifth year, KOI Fest surpassed all expectations despite bad weather and last minute venue changes. Over 100 bands performed over the Sept. 19-21 event at eight different venues, including at an outdoor mainstage. Part of King Street in Kitchener was shut down for the festival that drew people from all over the province. Show organizer Cory Crossman said this was the biggest KOI Fest yet. … Continued