events
EVENTS
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UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
shoe demo
shoe demo
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
5:30PM - 8:30PM
La Sportiva will be visiting the Guelph Grotto for a shoe demo! Check out some of their most popular shoes such as Tarantula Boulder, Kubo, Mantra, and Mandala and see what pair suits your climbing needs.
Come visit the La Sportiva booth at the Guelph Grotto, where you can try on some of the industry's best shoes.
senior boulder qualifier
senior boulder qualifier
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2024
8:30AM - 8:00PM
On Saturday, September 28, the Guelph Grotto will be hosting the Ontario Climbing Federation's (OCF) Senior Boulder Qualifier.
While this competition is not open to the public, we still welcome you to come in and climb in the sections not impacted by the event. Comp climbs will be up for a while after the comp for folks to try give them a try!
Each athlete is allowed one family member to spectate for free. All other spectators must book in advance (below). All spectators will be asked to leave following the qualification rounds. Spectators attending the qualification round(s) can return for the finals at no extra cost.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2024
6:00PM - 10:00PM
Whether you’re goofy or downright spooky,
dress up and join us for for Boolder Night 2024! Hosted at the Guelph Grotto, this night will have a BOOldering competition with youth and adult categories, and a contest for best-dressed climber.
Costumes are encouraged, regardless of how extreme you go! Please make sure any costumes are family appropriate and safe for climbing. Avoid items like capes, hoods, jewelry, fake blood, or anything that cannot be easily removed for climbing.
Past Events
PAST EVENTS
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
6:00PM - 10:00PM
Everyone's a winner at Arcade Night. Whether saving Princess Peach or eating dots while avoiding colourful ghosts, this event is for you!
This event isn't a competition, so bring your family and friends and join us for an epic night of fun climbing. The more you climb, the more tickets you receive. Spend your tickets at our prize table or or save up for one of the big prizes.
Wilderness First Aid Course
Wilderness First Aid Course
APRIL 6TH - APRIL 7TH, 2024
Get ready for a safe summer of outdoor adventure!
The Grotto hosted a two-day long Wilderness First Aid course.
Outdoor staff and Guelph community members participated in this training!
Wilderness First Aid is the ideal course for outdoor enthusiasts on overnight or short term wilderness adventures. Students will be able to recognize medical emergencies, and will become familiar with basic life-saving skills, patient assessment, and basic field care for common injuries.
DECEMBER 20TH, 2023
A fun evening of climbing, good music, amazing local vendors, AND the official launch of our first holiday drink!
Members were invited to get their climb in along with some last-minute Christmas shopping right here at the Grotto
GIRLS GONE HUECO
FILM SCREENING
NOVEMBER 11TH, 2023
From the director of 'Pretty Strong', 'Girls Gone Hueco' follows the incredible journey of a group of five adventurous female rock climbers as they challenge themselves on the routes of Hueco Tank, Texas. The film showcases the awe-inspiring landscapes of Hueco Tanks, renowned for its unique rock formations and captures not only the physical feats accomplished by the women, but also the empowerment, camaraderie, and sheer determination that comes with pushing boundaries in the world of rock climbing.
Hosted next door at Royal City Brewery viewers enjoyed dinner AND a show!