Shelves of books at the Eastside Branch

Locations & Hours

Learn more about our library locations and hours of operation.

We’d Love to See You

From the Main Library to the community branches, each WPL location offers a diverse collection, engaging programs and welcoming spaces for all ages. Explore the magic of reading, learning and connecting at one of WPL’s four locations.

Main Library Exterior

Main Library

35 Albert Street
Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 5E2
519-886-1310

Hours
Monday to Thursday
9:30am to 9:00pm
Friday & Saturday
9:30am to 5:30pm
Sunday
Closed (Sunday hours resume October 20, 2024)
McCormick Branch Exterior

McCormick Branch

500 Parkside Drive
Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 5J4
519-886-1310

Hours
Monday to Thursday
9:30am to 9:00pm
Friday & Saturday
9:30am to 5:30pm
Sunday
Closed
Exterior of the John M. Harper Branch

John M. Harper Branch

500 Fischer-Hallman Road North
Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 0B1
519-886-1310

Hours
Monday to Thursday
9:30am to 9:00pm
Friday & Saturday
9:30am to 5:30pm
Sunday
Closed
Exterior shot of the Eastside Branch

Eastside Branch

2001 University Avenue East
Waterloo, Ontario, N2K 4K4
519-886-1310

Hours
Monday to Thursday
9:30am to 9:00pm
Friday & Saturday
9:30am to 5:30pm
Sunday
Closed
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Holidays and Closures

All library locations will be closed on the following dates.

Holiday Closures
Family Day - Monday, February 19
Good Friday - Friday, March 29
Easter Sunday - Sunday, March 31
Easter Monday - Monday, April 1
Victoria Day - Monday, May 20
Canada Day - Monday, July 1
Civic Holiday - Monday, August 5
Labour Day - Monday, September 2
Thanksgiving - Monday, October 14
Christmas and New Year’s Hours
Christmas Eve - Tuesday, December 24, 2024Open 9:30am to 1:30pm
Christmas Day - Wednesday, December 25, 2024Closed
Boxing Day - Thursday, December 26, 2024Closed
Sunday, December 29, 2024Closed
New Year’s Eve - Tuesday, December 31, 2024Open 9:30am - 1:30pm
New Year’s Day - Wednesday, January 1, 2025Closed

Contact Us

Need assistance or have questions? Contact Waterloo Public Library’s friendly team for support. Whether it’s about library services, events, or resources, we’re here to help. Reach out via phone, email, or our convenient webform.