Arts & Entertainment
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Hanging Out with Marionettes: Vignettes from the Peterborough Puppet Guild
For centuries, puppetry has been a practiced artform across the globe. Marionettes are a lively medium for sharing stories, animating myths and legends, and for entertaining audiences. The Peterborough Puppet…
ReFrame Film Festival
ReFrame Film Festival
The ReFrame Film Festival is a community celebration of documentary film and media art, with a lens on social and environmental justice. They are committed to supporting and showcasing the…
3 events,
Paint-Your-Person Nite (Pop Art Style!)
Paint-Your-Person Nite (Pop Art Style!)
Paint Nite: Unleash your inner artist This is a Special Edition Event... Come and paint with us on February 10th, to ”PAINT YOUR PERSON”. You will paint 1 person in…
Magic Monday
Magic Monday
Magic with Alec Apostolski at Boston Pizza Peterborough North on January 25th 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Free of charge event, however, food and drinks expected to purchase
2 events,
Friends Trivia Night – Joey Edition
Friends Trivia Night – Joey Edition
Friends Trivia Night happening at Boston Pizza Peterborough South on January 31st at 7:30 PM. Boston Pizza Peterborough Lansdowne location. $2 per player
2 events,
Award-Winning Artists, Kasador Comes To ERBEN
Award-Winning Artists, Kasador Comes To ERBEN
Kasador has accomplished great things in a short span of 7 years – their debut record Brood & Bloom (was produced by Rob Baker of The Tragically Hip) brought them…
4 events,
PA Day Camp: Fun with Slime
PA Day Camp: Fun with Slime
Looking for a fun activity for this upcoming PA Day? Back by popular demand Hutchison House Museum will host its Fun with Slime Day Camp on February 2, 2024 from…
Breaking Ground: Wild Irish Geese
Breaking Ground: Wild Irish Geese
4th Line Theatre presents their 18th annual Breaking Ground on Sunday, February 4th at Bagnani Hall at Catherine Parr Traill College in Peterborough featuring a free public reading of excerpts…
Winter Theatre: Love Letters
Winter Theatre: Love Letters
LOVE LETTERS by A. R, Gurney, an American playwright, novelist and academic, is a play about a 55 year relationship developed and maintained by letter writing. Andy and Melissa, born…
5 events,
Retro Après Ski Party
Retro Après Ski Party
Join us for an epic day of retro Après-ski fun complete with ice bar, booze luge, DJ, dancing, and a best dressed contest with radical prizes to be won if…
Valentine’s Painting Class & Lunch
Valentine’s Painting Class & Lunch
Get into the Valentine's Day spirit with the perfect activity! Join us for a love-themed paint class and unleash your creativity. Choose between two beautiful pieces to paint and create…
3 events,
Ada Lee – Home Again
Ada Lee – Home Again
The colourful entertainer who gave so much of herself and talent while a resident of Peterborough is coming Home Again for a One Performance Only Concert in the Studio of…
Craig Cardiff
Craig Cardiff
Craig Cardiff is a Canadian singer-songwriter. Known throughout Canada, Craig is developing a following throughout North America and into Europe. With guitar in hand, Craig can turn any setting into an…
5 events,
Nail Paint Night
Nail Paint Night
Enjoy a super fun night out with friends! Or come make some new friends! A fun paint night unlike any you have done before! Hang out and create your own…
Galentines Day – Candle Making Workshop
Galentines Day – Candle Making Workshop
Join us for a delightful Galentine's Day Workshop on Friday, Feb 9th, from 6-8 pm! Unleash your creativity as we embark on a candle-making adventure, crafting personalized jar candles with…
Trivia Night
Trivia Night
Join us in the Peterborough County Agricultural Heritage Building for an entertaining evening testing your knowledge! There will be prizes, food, beverages and fun. Traditional European brewed craft beer by…
7 events,
Candlelight Skate 2024
Candlelight Skate 2024
Join us for the 15th Annual Candlelight Skate Nights at the Ontario Speed Skating Oval! Glide under the stars on our 400-metre track illuminated by the warm glow of candlelight.…
Havelock Fire & Ice Festival 2024
Havelock Fire & Ice Festival 2024
Join the Fire & Ice Festival Committee for the annual FUN, family-friendly event that celebrates the wonders of Fire & Ice and the great Canadian winter outdoors. The fourth annual…
Pet Portrait Workshop
Pet Portrait Workshop
Join us Feb 10th for the second Pet Portrait Workshop with Church House Studios! Church House Studios is putting together another beautiful DIY Keepsake featuring your Pets. Hamsters, Cats, Chickens,…
4 events,
Quillwork Workshop
Quillwork Workshop
Learn how to make your own quillwork barrette or keychain under the direction of our talented Indigenous partner. Materials are provided. Participants are encouraged to bring a lunch with them…
Dominique Fils-Aimé
Dominique Fils-Aimé
Dominique Fils-Aimé returns to the stage to present her new album ‘Our Roots Run Deep’ slated for release in September 2023 on Ensoul Records. After having explored her African-American musical…
Franzie’s Seventh Annual Pig Roast
Franzie’s Seventh Annual Pig Roast
It’s tradition! Join us for Franzie’s seventh annual Pig Roast BBQ this Super Bowl Sunday! 🐖🏈 Watch the big game live with sound at One Eighty and snack on our…
3 events,
PMA: Bringing TIFF To You
PMA: Bringing TIFF To You
The Peterborough Museum & Archives are excited to offer our community the chance to experience Canadian & International film, in partnership with the Toronto International Film Festival Circuit Group and Galaxy…
Valentine Subject – Adults Paint Night
Valentine Subject – Adults Paint Night
Valentine Paint Night happening at Boston Pizza Peterborough South on February 12th at 6:00 PM. Orli Gelfat, the paint host will conduct the 2 hour class. $40 (including taxes, paint…
2 events,
Galentine’s Day
Galentine’s Day
Join Tuesday February 13th with your besties for a night of hype girls, music, and a whole lot of love and fun! Entry is FREE 7-10 pm (shuttle service from…
2 events,
Cirquelesque 5
Cirquelesque 5
Ages 18+ Cirquelesque is a fusion of Circus and Burlesque theatre with social consciousness and a sense of humour, produced by The Peterborough Academy of Circus Arts. This cabaret-style show…
3 events,
Beat the Blues
Beat the Blues
This is the time of year when many of us struggle with our mental health and can often feel blue. Dan Joyce Clothing is hosting a 'Beat The blues' event…
Cold Reads: I Know Because of KARS1
Cold Reads: I Know Because of KARS1
Playwrights old and new! Actors! Audiences! TTOK is excited to continue COLD READS, a new script feedback initiative. Our first edition with playwright Lela Fox-Doran was a hit! This February…
4 events,
Snofest 2024
Snofest is back with an engaging schedule of events to embrace and celebrate the beautiful winter season, encouraging City residents to be active and social throughout the Family Day long…
Fiddler on the Roof
Fiddler on the Roof
Join us for an all-time favourite musical as the beloved Tevye, a poor dairy farmer, struggles with the changing times and his own deep sense of tradition. He and his…
The Glorious Songs: The Glory Tour
The Glorious Songs: The Glory Tour
Following the release of their brand-new single “Mercy Mercy” two-time JUNO Award-winning rock band The Glorious Sons have announced The Glory Tour kicking off this September with dates across North…
5 events,
Family Fishing Weekend
Four times a year, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario for free. This means you do not need to buy a fishing license if you want to fish. Free loans for…
Blizzardfest
Blizzardfest
Celebrate Family & Heritage at the Buckhorn Community Centre on Saturday, February 17 from 10am to 3pm. There will be music, food, vendors, outdoor activities, crafts for the kids, carnival…
Snowsuit Story Time at the Museum
Snowsuit Story Time at the Museum
Meet at the Heritage Pavilion at the Peterborough Museum & Archives for snowy stories and songs to celebrate the season. Be sure to dress for the weather, we will be…
6 events,
Family Fun Day
Family Fun Day
Come on out for another Family Fun Day! Enjoy a pancake breakfast and lots of games and activities for the whole gang! Oh, and don’t forget the fire roasted hotdogs!!…
Snofest Family Sunday with Eugenie Fernandes
Snofest Family Sunday with Eugenie Fernandes
To celebrate Snofest, the Art Gallery of Peterborough is hosting an extra special, Family Sunday, with author and illustrator, Eugenie Fernandes. Explore our current exhibitions and then head up to…
Paint Night
Paint Night
Unleash your creativity at Paint Night! Your ticket not only includes a choice of drink but also the chance to paint one of these fun pieces to take home or…
7 events,
Adventure Bash: Slumber Party
Adventure Bash: Slumber Party
Gather the whole fam, slip into those cozy PJs, and let the morning slumber party begin! Get ready for a whirlwind of creativity! We've packed 30 minutes of arts &…
Family Day Event
Family Day Event
Come join us for a Free Family Day Event. Lots of activities, family fitness, hot chocolate and skating!
Family Day Frostival
Family Day Frostival
Gather your loved ones and join us for a fun-filled Family Day! You won’t want to miss this family-friendly event that celebrates all things winter and the importance of families,…
5 events,
Catch Me If You Can The Musical
Catch Me If You Can The Musical
Directed and Choreographed by Brayden Ellis, with Musical Direction by Justin Hiscox, Catch Me If You Can is a high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught.…
Maker Space Open Studio
Maker Space Open Studio
Join us on Thursday evenings at Artspace for our weekly Open Studio program! Participate in a weekly activity or bring your own project, and come make some art in a…
Disney Trivia Night
Disney Trivia Night
Disney Trivia Night happening at Boston Pizza Peterborough North on February 22nd at 7:30 PM. Boston Pizza Peterborough Chemong Rd location. $2 per player
4 events,
Acrylic Pour Workshop
Acrylic Pour Workshop
Join artist Sheila Wright for an adventure in Acrylic Pouring. This intuitive and spontaneous art form never fails to surprise and inspire. Sheila will walk you through the basics of…
Prohibition Night
Prohibition Night
Step back in time to the roaring 1920s with “Prohibition Night” – an immersive mystery evening that thrusts you into the heart of the underground world of speakeasies and secret…
Ball Pit Improv
Ball Pit Improv
They’re back, for round three!!! Two talented teams of hilarious improvisers return to the Ball Pit Friday February 23rd. The Ball Pit is a thunderdome of improv games and competition…
6 events,
throughlines: 2024 Juried Members’ Exhibition
throughlines: 2024 Juried Members’ Exhibition
Artspace is kicking off its 50th anniversary year is an exhibition dedicated to their valued membership! Throughlines: 2024 Juried Members' Exhibition proudly presents the work of 20 of Artspace Members,…
Children’s Films for Black History Month
Children’s Films for Black History Month
Celebrate Black History Month at the Library with a family-friendly movie on the big screen! We’ve picked some of our favourites to share with you, so get comfortable and grab…
Drag Queen Story Time with Betty Baker
Drag Queen Story Time with Betty Baker
Betty Baker, a local Drag Queen and star personality, will share some of her favourite stories exploring diversity, inclusion, and respect.
7 events,
Lunch with the Frozen Sisters
Lunch with the Frozen Sisters
Meet with Elsa & Anna! Frozen Movie and Coloring Contest on February 25th at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Boston Pizza Peterborough Chemong Road Location. Free of charge event.
Woodburning Workshop: Lake Landscape
Woodburning Workshop: Lake Landscape
Learn the traditional art of woodburning by creating a beautiful Lake Landscape. In this three-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to create trees, foliage, grass, and reflections. This is a great…
2 events,
Magic Monday
Magic Monday
Magic with Alec Apostolski at Boston Pizza Peterborough North on February 26th 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Free of charge event, however, food and drinks expected to purchase
3 events,
Toddler Tuesdays at Peterborough Museum and Archives
Toddler Tuesdays at Peterborough Museum and Archives
Bring your little ones into the Museum on Tuesdays from now until March 5th from 9:30-12:00 pm for self guided fun in the galleries, themed crafts in our programming space,…
Looking for Lear
Looking for Lear
In the last week of February, New Stages presents a brand new festival of exciting new work: LOOKING FOR LEAR New Stages Theatre presents Looking For Lear by Dreda Blow…
3 events,
Sensory Storytime
Sensory Storytime
Ages 0 - 5 Step into the serenity of Sensory Storytime, a tranquil space where stories gently unfold through a soothing blend of touch, sight, and sound. Immerse your little…
Harry Kitchen Lecture in Public Policy
Harry Kitchen Lecture in Public Policy
Andrew Coyne, Columnist for the Globe & Mail reflects on Canada’s Growth Crisis. Sluggish economic growth has long been a concern for Canada, especially in light of population aging and…
6 events,
Thursday Night Brewchre
Thursday Night Brewchre
Meet new people, drink great beer and WIN PRIZES! *Tickets required* Register for BREWCHRE (progressive style Euchre) beginning Thursday, Jan 25 until Feb 29 (6:00 - 8:00 PM) with a…
Family Bus(y)ness Mixer
Family Bus(y)ness Mixer
We get it – you're juggling a business and parenting, and life is a whirlwind. Are you struggling to find time for networking? Let's make it easy-peasy. Join our Bus(y)ness…
Life Without
Life Without
In the last week of February, New Stages presents a brand new festival of exciting new work: LIFE WITHOUT New Stages Theatre presents Life Without by Steve Ross. A staged…
3 events,
Bookbinding Workshop with Stuart Hill
Bookbinding Workshop with Stuart Hill
Join expert Bookbinder and Instructor Stuart Hill, as he teaches how to make your own book using a Basic Cross Structure Binding! The workshop will take place at Artspace on…
Trivia Night
Trivia Night
Come support the Fleming College Museum Management & Curatorship Program's annual exhibit with an entertaining evening testing your knowledge! There will be prizes, food, beverages and fun. Traditional European brewed…
2 events,
8th Annual Artspace Book + Zine Fest
8th Annual Artspace Book + Zine Fest
Join Artspace for their 8th Annual Book + Zine Fest, a celebration of regional press, zine, comic, and paper arts! This beloved event is a wonderful opportunity to come peruse…