The Kawarthas Tourism

Harvest Dinner – Latin Inspired
2023-09-13 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Rolling Grape Vineyard, 260 County Rd 2, Bailieboro, Ontario, K0L 1B0, Canada
We will kick the night off with our famous White Wine Margarita’s before settling in for a beautiful vibrant 3-course plated meal.
The immensely talented Abby La Mexicana will perform a one-hour show during the evening. Abby is a professional singer from Mexico whose incredible vocal versatility allows her to delight audiences in traditional Mexican, international Bohemian and Latin music.
We want to see everyone dressed in your brightest colours, singing, dancing, laughing and celebrating all things Latin inspired.
Tickets – $100 inclusive of tax & gratuity
For the prepared menu and to purchase tickets, please visit here!

Blues, Bourbon & BBQ Festival
2023-09-16 12:00 - 19:00 | Dr. J’s BBQ and Brews, 282 Aylmer St., Peterborough, K9J 3K7, Canada
Come for lunch, stay for dinner!!
It’s almost that time of year again and on Saturday September 16th, Dr J’s, Y Drive & The PMBA are proud to present the second annual Blues, Bourbon & BBQ Festival!
Join us from 12pm – 7pm for an incredible Live Music Lineup, Bourbon & Beer tents, amazing BBQ, and the main event-Our Inaugural Amateur Rib Smoking Showdown, where 10 amateur pitmasters will battle it out for the title of rib smoking champion!
Each contestant’s Ribs & Sauce will be judged via blind taste test by our special guest judges! Judging will commence at 6pm.
The Winner will receive coveted prizes such as an Over The Fire Cooking prize pack, generously donated by Derek Wolf, along with many other prizes that we’ll be announcing along the way!!!
Entry for this event is $10 per guest, with 100% of door proceeds going directly to the Peterborough Musicians Benevolent Association (PMBA).

Trent Valley Archives' Annual Plant Sale
2023-09-23 08:00 - 12:00 | Trent Valley Archives, 567 Carnegie Av, Peterborough, ON, K9L 1N1, Canada
Get some great new plants for your garden or donate some extra plants and support Trent Valley Archives!
Fall is right around the corner and that means it is almost time for fall gardening! Fall is an excellent time to plant – the warmer soil helps roots get established in preparation for next year’s growing season. This leads to more blooms and more robust plants the next year.
A great opportunity to buy plants is coming soon on Saturday, Sept 23, 2023, 8 am to noon at Trent Valley Archive’s 7th Annual Plant Sale at 567 Carnegie Ave, Peterborough, just north of the Zoo. It will be mostly composed of perennials, with herbs and small shrubs. If you’re not sure what plants to purchase, gardening books and knowledgeable gardeners will be on hand to help you identify the best species for your garden.
And if you have plants to donate, please drop them at the Archives from Sept 19th through Sept 21st during regular business hours. We appreciate your support which keeps our archives flourishing! If you have questions, please contact us.

Harness Racing Live
2023-09-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Kawartha Downs, 1328 County Road 28, Fraserville, ON, K0L 1V0
Horse racing is an exciting sport, dynamic business and a major contributor to the agricultural economy in Ontario. At Kawartha Downs, we feature harness or Standardbred racing where the horses are attached to a race bike (called a sulky) and are steered by drivers through a one mile race.
Kawartha Downs is a five-eighths mile track which means the races start on the far side (away from the grandstand) of the racetrack, pass by the grandstand and race once more around the track with the exciting finish right in front of the fans and grandstand.
The horses which compete in harness racing have two distinct gaits. Pacers, the most common, move with both legs on the same side operating together. The front and hind legs on the right and left side move together. The majority of pacers wear equipment called hopples which help them maintain their gait.
When a trotter races their opposite legs work together – the front right and left rear come forward at the same time and vice versa.
The Standardbred horse is noted for its versatility and even temperament. Many harness horse that don’t make the racetrack can be found in the Mennonite communities, working as police horses and used in therapeutic riding programs. Standardbreds also make great riding horses and can be trained to compete in a variety of disciplines including barrel racing, dressage, etc.

FREE ADMISSION
Learn more about Harness Racing here.
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Yoga on Tap at 100 Acre Brewing Co.
2023-09-24 11:00 - 12:00 | 100 Acre Brewing Co., 390 Ashburnham Dr., Peterborough, K9J 6X7, Canada
Bring a mat and join us for beer yoga on the lawn! Tickets are $35.00 + HST. Ticket includes a tasting, one 16 oz. beer and 1 hour yoga class. All levels are welcome! Space is limited. Tickets can be purchased here!

Applefest
2023-10-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Lang Pioneer Village Museum, 104 Lang Road, Keene, K0L1C0
Tempt your taste buds with the sweetest event of the year! Come out to Lang for a colourful fall celebration of apples and the harvest. See the Cider Mill in full operation, enjoy historic demonstrations, apple treats, games and so much more!

Horse and wagon rides
Chair caning demonstrations
Sheep shearing demonstrations
Threshing demonstrations
Harvest Dance performances by the Peterborough Scottish Country Dancers

Admission: Adults- $15, Students & Seniors (60+) – $10, Youths 5 to 14 Years of Age – $7, Children Under 5 Years of Age – Free, Family Pass (includes 2 Adults and up to 4 Youths) – $40

Thanksgiving Dinner + Farm Experience
2023-10-07 16:00 - 20:00 | Farmhill Weddings, 2709 Dillon Road, Peterborough, K9J 6X8
JOIN US TO ENJOY A HARVEST FEAST FROM CHEMONG LODGE AT FARMHILL WEDDINGS
Live music will be serenading us through the most decadent Thanksgiving dinner in truly the MOST picturesque location. The rolling hills guys – they’re dreamy.
The harvest buffet will feature Thanksgiving favourites including;
The Lodge’s famous brisket and maple bourbon ham carving stations, fresh turkey, apple sage stuffing, scalloped potatoes, harvest succotash, house baked dinner rolls, grazing station featuring cured meats, fruits and local cheeses. Incredible soups and salads, an assortment of house baked pastries and desserts, and so much more!
The bar will be open for a full selection of beer, wines and beautifully crafted seasonal cocktails.
Before and after dinner please feel free to stroll the farm with your family, and embark on the cutest animal experience featuring Farmhill’s alpacas, sheep, emu’s and piggies 🙂 Selfies are encouraged.
We know its not easy getting the fam all together so we’ve also partnered with an amazing local photographer to provide an outdoor fall family photo to each family!
(hello holiday card checked off the to do list!)
Its going to be such a beautiful time to make some memories and enjoy an incredible harvest feast with your nearest and dearest.

*KIDS 12 and under are a reduced rate. UNDER 3 are FREE

The Stalking Dead
2023-10-19 18:00 - 23:00, 2023-10-20 18:00 - 23:00, 2023-10-21 18:00 - 23:00, 2023-10-22 18:00 - 23:00, 2023-10-26 18:00 - 23:00, 2023-10-27 18:00 - 23:00, 2023-10-28 18:00 - 23:00, 2023-10-29 18:00 - 23:00 and 2 more dates | Escape Maze, 156 Cedar Bank Rd, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 6Y3, Canada
Zombies are on the loose again. Are they zombies or just mind controlled dead people? Is that even possible? It will be your job as scientists to search the grounds of a new cult centre to figure out what these creatures are and how we can protect ourselves from them. Does it have anything to do with Peterborough’s Axe Murderess Hessie Gray? You will have to discover that for yourselves in this farmland retreat.
Players book a time to walk the trail on our farmland, solving puzzles along the way but at the same time, avoiding live zombies. We also have zombie laser tag you can add to your haunted experience.
NOT Recommended for players 13 years of age and younger. Those under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Harley Farms Harvest Day
2023-10-21 09:00 - 17:00 | Harley Farms, 1630 Heritage Line, Keene, K0L 2G0
Cooler weather and falling leaves mean it’s time to celebrate the harvest! Harley Farms is hosting a Harvest Day on October 21st 2023, from 9am to 5pm.
Bring the whole family for fun, free, fall-themed crafts, games and tours! Burgers and sausages will be sizzling on the grill, ready to be enjoyed at a picnic with some of the best views of the farm!

10th Day of the Dead Dinner Gala
2023-11-03 18:30 | La Hacienda, 190 Hunter St. W, Peterborough, ON, K9H 2L2
Prepare to embark on a captivating journey into the heart of Mexican culture as we celebrate the 10th Annual Day of the Dead Dinner Gala. This vibrant and colorful event is a tribute to the rich traditions and heritage of Dia de los Muertos, a Mexican holiday that honors and remembers loved ones who have passed away
– Gourmet Mexican Cuisine: Gourmet Mexican Cuisine: Savour a culinary feast with a 4-course meal inspired by the authentic flavors of Mexico. Our talented chefs will prepare an extraordinary menu featuring traditional dishes that pay homage to the Day of the Dead, as well as incorporating seasonal and local ingredients
– Live Music and Entertainment: Let the rhythmic beats and soulful melodies of live Mexican music by serenade your senses by Jorge and Yuri from Mariachi Amigo. Be ready to dance the night away as we celebrate life and the memories of those who have gone before us.
-Traditional Altar and Ofrendas: Explore our beautifully crafted Day of the Dead altar and ofrendas, adorned with marigold flowers, candles, sugar skulls, and cherished mementos. Feel free to bring a photo or item to add to our communal ofrenda in honor of your own loved ones.
– Face Painting: Please book directly with our partnering artist.
– Dress code: Day of the Dead costume / semi-formal attire
Although Day of the Dead is a holiday for all the family. This is not kid-friendly event.

Peterborough Regional Farmers' Market
2023-11-04 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-11-08 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-11-11 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-11-15 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-11-18 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-11-22 08:00 - 13:00 | Quaker Foods City Square, 215 Charlotte Street, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 2T7, Canada
Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market
May 1st to October 30th
Wednesdays and Saturdays ~ 8am to 1pm
We are a verified Farmers’ Market. LOCAL FOOD YOU CAN TRUST.
Buy directly from the farmer who grew it, raised it, harvested, or foraged it! Sixty percent of our vendors are primary producers who have gone through a third party inspection process to verify they grow 100% of what they sell. The remaining forty percent include bakers, prepared food vendors, artists and community groups.
Enjoy a festive market atmosphere with Peterborough’s finest prepared food vendors, artisans and musicians.
Come find us every Wednesday and Saturday to find local produce, delicious takeaway meals and goodies, and artisan wares. We look forward to seeing you there!

Wanderlight Alpaca Star Party
2023-11-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Wanderlight Alpaca, 874 Lynchs Rock Rd, Lakefield, Ontario, K0L 2H0, Canada
Wander through the night sky with us and experience the wonder, awe and peace of stargazing.
During the new moon time in October, November and December bring your friends and family to learn about and marvel at the stars with the Wanderlight alpacas.
Each group will receive a water proof picnic blanket to sit on (bring extra blankets for warmth or chairs if you prefer), tea or hot chocolate and mugs, a bag of popcorn and a star map.
This magical evening will include a 20 minute introduction to the autumn night sky at 44 degrees north including a review of the visible planets and constellations and the sharing of star lore and constellation mythology. Participation is encouraged – there will be time to share your astronomy facts or night magic poems.
In the unhappy event of a very cloudy or rainy evening the Star Party will be cancelled and payment refunded or applied to a different Star Party date.
Book your spot now!

Holiday Sip & Shop Market
2023-11-17 16:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-18 12:00 - 18:00, 2023-11-19 11:00 - 17:00 | Rolling Grape Vineyard, 260 County Rd 2, Bailieboro, Ontario, K0L 1B0, Canada
Join Rolling Grape on November 19th from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm for their Holiday Sip & Shop Market. This market will be hosted inside their new marquee tent. Get a head start on your holiday shopping and enjoy a glass of wine while you browse! There are over 25 specially curated artisan vendors attending.
We will offer a specialty holiday menu, including back by popular demand, Marquette mulled wine!
We’re thrilled to have the amazingly talented Emily Clair, back at the winery performing some original music as well as some Christmas classics, live from 1-4 pm.
