Events
Second Saturday Sidewalk Sale
Downtown PeterboroughEvery Second Saturday this summer our streets will be alive for our sidewalk sale events. Every block has something unique and special to discover.
Steven Page at Musicfest – Free Concert
It was the late 1980’s when a promising young musician from Scarborough—presumably in between visits “to the late-night record shop”— dropped into a Harvey’s following a Peter Gabriel concert and found himself in the general vicinity of a classmate he didn’t really like. A mutual affinity for Gabriel quickly dissolved any animosity and a friendship […]
STEAM Camp
STEAM workshops at The Toy Shop Monday and Tuesday mornings 9:30-10:30 in July! Origami, Friendship Bracelets, Buzz Wire, Fuel Cell Robot.
STEAM Camp
STEAM workshops at The Toy Shop Monday and Tuesday mornings 9:30-10:30 in July! Origami, Friendship Bracelets, Buzz Wire, Fuel Cell Robot.
Gob at Musicfest – Free Concert
Get ready to rock! Canadian punk legends Gob are hitting the Fred Anderson Stage at Peterborough Musicfest for the very first time. Known for high-energy hits like “I Hear You Calling” and “That’s The Way,” Gob’s infectious punk sound helped define Canadian rock in the late ’90s and early 2000s. Formed in 1993, Gob gained […]
STEAM Camp
STEAM workshops at The Toy Shop Monday and Tuesday mornings 9:30-10:30 in July! Origami, Friendship Bracelets, Buzz Wire, Fuel Cell Robot.
STEAM Camp
STEAM workshops at The Toy Shop Monday and Tuesday mornings 9:30-10:30 in July! Origami, Friendship Bracelets, Buzz Wire, Fuel Cell Robot.
Abbamania + Night Fever (Bee Gees) – Free Concert
It’s been almost 40 years since Abba last toured and, as you can imagine, in 1979 ticket availability was scarce. Abbamania, the tribute, takes you back in time by recreating one of the world’s finest pop groups in a live stage performance. This highly polished, professional production was created in 1999, described by the New […]
STEAM Camp
STEAM workshops at The Toy Shop Monday and Tuesday mornings 9:30-10:30 in July! Origami, Friendship Bracelets, Buzz Wire, Fuel Cell Robot.
STEAM Camp
STEAM workshops at The Toy Shop Monday and Tuesday mornings 9:30-10:30 in July! Origami, Friendship Bracelets, Buzz Wire, Fuel Cell Robot.
Second Saturday Sidewalk Sale
Downtown PeterboroughEvery Second Saturday this summer our streets will be alive for our sidewalk sale events. Every block has something unique and special to discover.
Board Together: LGBTQ+ Board Game Meetup
Boardwalk Board Game Lounge 261 George Street North, Peterborough, MT, CanadaBoard Together is an LGBTQ+ board game group that gets together on the second Wednesday of every month at the Boardwalk Board Game Lounge! Join us at 6pm at The Boardwalk Board Game Lounge in downtown Peterborough for our first ever meetup! Connect with other people in the LGBTQ+ community, play some fun games, and […]
Board Together: LGBTQ+ Board Game Meetup
Boardwalk Board Game Lounge 261 George Street North, Peterborough, MT, CanadaBoard Together is an LGBTQ+ board game group that gets together on the second Wednesday of every month at the Boardwalk Board Game Lounge! Join us at 6pm at The Boardwalk Board Game Lounge in downtown Peterborough for our first ever meetup! Connect with other people in the LGBTQ+ community, play some fun games, and […]
Board Together: LGBTQ+ Board Game Meetup
Boardwalk Board Game Lounge 261 George Street North, Peterborough, MT, CanadaBoard Together is an LGBTQ+ board game group that gets together on the second Wednesday of every month at the Boardwalk Board Game Lounge! Join us at 6pm at The Boardwalk Board Game Lounge in downtown Peterborough for our first ever meetup! Connect with other people in the LGBTQ+ community, play some fun games, and […]
Board Together: LGBTQ+ Board Game Meetup
Boardwalk Board Game Lounge 261 George Street North, Peterborough, MT, CanadaBoard Together is an LGBTQ+ board game group that gets together on the second Wednesday of every month at the Boardwalk Board Game Lounge! Join us at 6pm at The Boardwalk Board Game Lounge in downtown Peterborough for our first ever meetup! Connect with other people in the LGBTQ+ community, play some fun games, and […]
Board Together: LGBTQ+ Board Game Meetup
Boardwalk Board Game Lounge 261 George Street North, Peterborough, MT, CanadaBoard Together is an LGBTQ+ board game group that gets together on the second Wednesday of every month at the Boardwalk Board Game Lounge! Join us at 6pm at The Boardwalk Board Game Lounge in downtown Peterborough for our first ever meetup! Connect with other people in the LGBTQ+ community, play some fun games, and […]
Your Creations Bridal Show
Join us for the Your Creations Bridal Show happening Sunday, January 11th, 2026 at The Venue in Peterborough! 💍✨ Brides‑to‑be can explore 30+ vendors, enjoy door prizes, and the first 25 brides will receive a free swag bag containing a very useful product from us. 🎁 The Fashion Show featuring our bridal party and guest […]
Board Together: LGBTQ+ Board Game Meetup
Boardwalk Board Game Lounge 261 George Street North, Peterborough, MT, CanadaBoard Together is an LGBTQ+ board game group that gets together on the second Wednesday of every month at the Boardwalk Board Game Lounge! Join us at 6pm at The Boardwalk Board Game Lounge in downtown Peterborough for our first ever meetup! Connect with other people in the LGBTQ+ community, play some fun games, and […]
An Evening With: Jeanne Truax, Irish Millie, Vancamp and Special Guests!
Three Folk Festival Emerging artists are bringing you an unforgettable night of tunes at Market Hall! Come celebrate the next generation of homegrown folk artists who are here to make their mark. Jeanne Truax: a Kawartha Lakes-born singer-songwriter blending rockabilly energy with Canadiana charm and indie-pop flair, and is the PFF Emerging Artist 2025. VanCamp […]
New Stages Presents: Women of the Fur Trade
New Stages is pleased to present a staged reading of Frances Koncan’s acclaimed satirical comedy, WOMEN OF THE FUR TRADE. Strong language. Suitable for ages 14+. Set in “18 hundred and something-something,” this playfully inventive story revolves around the lives of three women, Ojibwe, Métis, and British, all of whom speak in a 21st-century slang. This is […]
ReFrame Film Festival 2026
📅 January 30 – February 1 (in-person) | February 3 – 8 (virtual) ReFrame Film Festival returns to downtown Peterborough with a powerful lineup of international documentary films centred on social justice, human rights, and environmental responsibility. Experience thought-provoking screenings, filmmaker talks, and community conversations at local downtown venues, then make a day of it […]
Repair Cafe Peterborough
Dreams of Beans 141 Charlotte Street, PeterboroughRepair Cafe Peterborough is hosting an event on January 31 from 1–4 p.m. at Dreams of Beans (141 Charlotte St.). The community is invited to enjoy a free afternoon of fixing, mending, and mingling. Attendees are encouraged to bring broken items—whether it’s a finicky toaster, a wobbly chair, or a ripped seam or hole in […]
Black History Month Proclamation Showcase
A celebration of black creatives, community and culture. Featuring local black vendors, artists and performers!
The PSO presents: “Stars of the Silver Screen”
Showplace Performance Centre 290 George Street North, PeterboroughThe Peterborough Symphony Orchestra will transport its audiences back in time to the transformative era of the 1960’s. Music Director, Michael Newnham, has curated a hit list of fabulous film scores from iconic movies like Pink Panther, Mission Impossible, The Sound of Music, and, of course, James Bond. There will be so much more! Due […]
The PSO presents: “Stars of the Silver Screen”
Showplace Performance Centre 290 George Street North, PeterboroughThe Peterborough Symphony Orchestra will transport its audiences back in time to the transformative era of the 1960’s. Music Director, Michael Newnham, has curated a hit list of fabulous film scores from iconic movies like Pink Panther, Mission Impossible, The Sound of Music, and, of course, James Bond. There will be so much more! Due […]
Craft your own greeting card! | Valentines Day Edition
Let's get crafty for L O V E day! There's just something about a cute handmade card; made with love + intention, inside, a handwritten letter filled with meaningful words from the heart! Freely create in a cozy, warm space with a plethora of crafting + scrapbooking supplies! Also, feel free to bring any photos […]
The PSO presents: “Stars of the Silver Screen”
Showplace Performance Centre 290 George Street North, PeterboroughThe Peterborough Symphony Orchestra will transport its audiences back in time to the transformative era of the 1960’s. Music Director, Michael Newnham, has curated a hit list of fabulous film scores from iconic movies like Pink Panther, Mission Impossible, The Sound of Music, and, of course, James Bond. There will be so much more! Due […]
Board Together: LGBTQ+ Board Game Meetup
Boardwalk Board Game Lounge 261 George Street North, Peterborough, MT, CanadaBoard Together is an LGBTQ+ board game group that gets together on the second Wednesday of every month at the Boardwalk Board Game Lounge! Join us at 6pm at The Boardwalk Board Game Lounge in downtown Peterborough for our first ever meetup! Connect with other people in the LGBTQ+ community, play some fun games, and […]
Galentine’s Day: Snack & Sketch Night
Open to any and all artists of every skill level, bring your iPad, sketchbook, or canvas, and join us in drawing the prettiest and tastiest still life ever! Think cakestands topped with meringue cookies, pastel cupcakes, succulents, and bouquets of flowers! You will have the option of bringing some goodies home at the end of […]
Galentines Vision Board Night
Raffles, giveaways, exclusive deals! Vision board supplies, sweet treats, drinks and refreshments will be provided. Must register before Sunday, February 1. Limited spots! Text or call: (647) 673 0269 for registration!
Snofest Square
Celebrate winter and enjoy some family-friendly community fun in the heart of downtown Peterborough! Join us at Snofest Square in Quaker Foods City Square (215 Charlotte Street) on Saturday, February 14 from 11 AM–2 PM for a cozy, community-filled afternoon as part of Snofest weekend. Enjoy free outdoor skating, warm up by the fire pits, […]
The Love Ball
A vibrant, affirming night of drag, music, and community in downtown Peterborough. Come for the drag, respect one another, dress to express yourself, and dance your heart out—this event is hosted by The Drag Djinn of Nogojiwanong and @maddydoesdrag, funded by the Trent University Impact Micro-Grant Program, and features an incredible lineup of performers.
Snofest Family Sunday at the Art Gallery of Peterborough
Snofest Family Sunday returns to the Art Gallery of Peterborough with an afternoon of art and discovery for visitors of all ages! Begin with a scavenger hunt through the galleries, a playful way to look closely and explore, then head to the studio to create your own Snofest Pete. Drop in between 2:00 pm and […]
Beans Beatdown
Beans Beatdown is a monthly FGC local which features a variety of games like Street Fighter 6, Guilty Gear Strive, Tekken 8, Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising on an alternating monthly schedule that is voted by members of the community. We hold our events at Dreams of Beans at 141 Charlotte St, Peterborough. This month we […]
United Way Peterborough & District’s sixth annual Peterborough Performs!
On February 26, join us at the Showplace Performance Centre for an unforgettable night of live music, entertainment, and community connection. Fourteen incredible local artists will take the stage, coming together for one powerful purpose: to shine a spotlight on the realities faced by our most vulnerable neighbours, with a special focus on homelessness in our community. Every ticket […]