It's going to be a wet weekend, with showers in the forecast on both Saturday and Sunday, but don't let that keep you inside.

New Hamburg Mennonite Relief Sale

5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, May 25

6:45 a.m. to afternoon, Saturday, May 26

New Hamburg Arena, 275 Jacob St., New Hamburg

If you haven't been to this sale, even if you don't have an interest in buying a quilt at the auction, it is worth the visit. There's a fun energy at this sale that is unlike most other events. Friday night you can tour around and see the quilts on display and visit the food vendors, which includes a huge variety of delicious dishes. On Saturday, there's a pancake breakfast and children's activities before the quilt auction gets underway at 8:30 a.m. and then an outdoor auction at 10 a.m.

Kitchener BikeFest

11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sunday, May 27

Kitchener City Hall

Talk to a number of local vendors, learn about the Kitchener Public Library book and bike trailer, see a bike polo demonstration, get a free safety check and tune-up, see the Pool Noodle group bike rides, take a picture in the photo booth and enjoy food and music at this event to celebrate everything bicycle.

Conestoga Sailing Club's Open House

12 p.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, May 27

Conestoga Sailing Club, Conestogo Lake

Meet members of the club, watch a demonstration by the University of Waterloo's Sailbot autonomous sailboat team, enjoy some refreshments and learn more about sailing opportunities close to home.

Celebrate the dandelion during a festival in Waterloo Park Saturday afternoon. (Holly Caruk/CBC)

Dandelion Festival

12 p.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, May 26

Waterloo Park (picnic shelter)

Did you know every part of a dandelion is edible and is a source of vitamins K and A? They're more than just weeds. See dandelions in a whole new light at this festival, now celebrating its 20th year. There is dandelion food, crafts, a plant sale, eco-friendly exhibitors and music. Parking is limited in the area because there are a few events on, so consider taking transit, carpooling, walking or biking to the site.

Guelph Potters Market

10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, May 26

10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, May 27

Royal City Park, 139 Gordon Street, Guelph

More than 50 potters from across the province will be at this two-day sale in the park across from the covered bridge and the Boathouse in Guelph. There's everything from mugs with different wards in Guelph to planters to art sculptures to jewellry.

Extra: Go a bit further afield

Sometimes, a drive on a rainy day isn't so bad. You may want to consider heading a bit out of town for the Elora Tarot and Divination Festival all weekend, the Eden Mills Arts Festival all weekend or Serenade to Music with the Stratford Concert Choir Saturday evening.