In The Area

Make the RPM Show part of a full weekend getaway!

St. Jacobs and area offers plenty to see and do beyond the event, with a wide variety of restaurants, unique shops, antique stores, and the famous St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market just steps away.

Whether you enjoy great food, local history, specialty retail, or simply exploring a charming small-town atmosphere, there’s something for everyone close by.

Plan to stay a little longer and take it all in. A list of nearby highlights is provided below, or visit the Village of St. Jacobs website for a complete directory of area attractions, dining, shopping, and more.

Area map (click for full size)

Attractions/Retail

St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market

St. Jacobs Antiques Market

Market Road Antiques

St. Jacobs Outlet Mall

Market Sports (mini-golf + driving range)

Restaurants

The Crazy Canuck

Stockyards Brew Hall

A&W

Arby’s

Hotels

We are pleased to offer preferred rates to all Waterloo Railway Expo guests at both the Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Waterloo St. Jacobs and the Homewood Suites by Hilton Waterloo/St. Jacobs.

After purchasing your Expo tickets, you will receive a confirmation email with details on how to book overnight stays at the discounted rate. Discounted rates are available from Thursday, August 27 to Sunday, August 30, 2026. Please note there is a limited, pre-determined number of hotel rooms available at the discounted rate until August 14 or while quantities last. Discount codes will no longer work when the block of rooms are sold out. Hotel rooms will still be able to be booked, however not at the discounted rete. Book early to get the discount.