The Kawarthas Tourism

Tom Thomson's Wake
2023-09-23 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H2
Two years after renowned painter Tom Thomson’s mysterious death, his friend, his mentor and his lover gather to share memories of Canada’s most famous artist. But did any of them really know the man? Through their diverging songs and stories, a new portrait of an iconic Canadian emerges. Featuring spectacular high-definition imagery of Tom Thomson and Group of 7 artworks from the Art Gallery of Ontario, unforgettable characters and a rousing folk music score by the Shipyard Kitchen Party band, this original Canadian music will entertain audiences of all ages.
Adult $45 / Student $40
Purchase tickets here!

Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour
2023-09-24 10:00 - 17:00 | Multiple Venues, Canada
Mark your calendars for September 23 & 24, 2023, as the Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour (KAST) returns to celebrate its 39th anniversary!
The Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour is one of the longest continually running Studio Tours in Canada, and offers the public a chance to explore the work of the talented artists from across the Peterborough-Kawartha region. Artists working in a range of styles and media, open up their working spaces to the public and share their artistic practice, connect with potential supporters and the community, while also promoting their work. The Art Gallery of Peterborough also mounts a supporting exhibition to preview the outstanding quality, spirit, and variety of artists on the Studio Tour.
Each year, the Art Gallery of Peterborough presents the Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour as part of its commitment to art education, the local arts sector, and the economic prosperity of local artists. KAST directly supports artists living and working in our community, and over the past 10 years the tour has injected over 5 million dollars into our local tourist economy.
The two-day Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour is self guided, self-driven, and admission is free.
Map brochures are now available for pick up at the gallery, OR take the Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour on the go with the Toureka! App — available for download on the App Store and Google Play.

Bobcaygeon Brewing Presents: Bobtoberfest
2023-09-24 11:00 - 17:00 | Bobcaygeon Brewing Company Innovation Lab, 649 The Parkway, Unit 4, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 7K2, Canada
Bobcaygeon Brewing Presents: Bobtoberfest, an Oktoberfest celebration to welcome in the fall!
Grab your pals and get ready to celebrate Oktoberfest right here in Peterborough! From September 22nd to 24th, join us in the taproom or on our pop up patio for a three-day celebration during our very own Bobtoberfest!
Featuring:
– New Beer Release: Be the first to try our brand new festbier, brewed especially for Bobtoberfest! It’s a clean and crisp golden beer with a moderate caramel flavour and a light hoppy finish.
– One Litre Steins: $20 gets you your first fill of a limited edition glass that you get to keep, and it’s just $10 to refill it. Plus bring it back the next day and keep the good times coming! (Only available with select beers, regular drink options still available)
– Entertainment: Each day we’ll feature a different local musician playing your favorites along with their own originals! As well as a steinholding competition and cornhole!
– Local Food: We’ll be bringing in some local eats with a German twist!

2023 PMA: Bringing TIFF to You!
2023-09-25 16:00, 2023-09-25 19:00 | Galaxy Cinemas Peterborough, 320 Water St., Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 3L5, Canada
This weeks TIFF film being shown is Past Lives!
Synopsis: Nora and He Sung, two deeply connected childhood friends, are wrested apart after Nora’s family emigrates from South Korea. Twenty years later, they are reunited for one fateful week as they confront notions of love and destiny.
Drama, Romance • English • Greta Lee, Teo Yoo & John Magaro • 105 minutes
Presented by the Peterborough Museum & Archives and the Toronto International Film Festival Circuit Group, bringing Canadian & International film to Peterborough since 1998.
Fall 2023 Series Pass – $115.50
Access to each film in this series (6 total)
Available for purchase exclusively through the Peterborough Memorial Centre Box Office here.
Rush tickets
$20 – Credit Card Only
Rush tickets can be purchased prior to each film in the lobby (behind the concession stand).
Doors open 30 minutes prior to each screening.

Patio Pints - Kevin Foster
2023-09-27 18:30 - 21:30 | Farmhill Weddings, 2709 Dillon Road, Peterborough, K9J 6X8
Patio Pints is a free concert series offered every Wednesday from June – October 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm (we are OPEN from 5:30-10:30 pm – we love an early hello and a lingering goodbye 😉 )
First come first serve, pub style. Reservations are only accepted for groups over 8.
Charcuterie is available ($16 pp) and the café has fries, poutine, and ice cream!

Rock Of Slayges
2023-09-28 19:00 - 23:30 | Gordon Best Theatre, 216 Hunter St. W, Peterborough, ON, K9H2L1
Come out and join some of Peterborough’s amazing local talents for a night of crazy awesome fun!! Dress in your best alt, punk, metal outfit and lets bring down the roof!
The drag show hosted by Magnolia Knox and featuring Sahira Q, Banshii Waylon and Veronica, will follow after a set of local band Titan Arum.
Doors open at 7:30 pm with the fashion show starting at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $20 each or pay what you can at the door.

FMX World Tour - Stars of Freestyle Moto-Cross
2023-09-28 19:30 | Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St, Peterborough, Peterborough, Canada
FMX World Tour is an extreme action sport competition that was formed to tour, USA, Canada, Mexico and select European countries.
Pro riders will participate in an intense competition, throwing out some of the most death-defying tricks ever seen. The competition will include BEST TRICK – DUALING DUOS – TEAM COMPETITIONS AND HEAD-TO-HEAD BACK FLIP COMPETITION. Superman Seat Grabs, Cliff Hangers, Kiss of Death, Back Flips and Super Back Flips combinations are just some of the tricks that will be used to fight for the FMX World Tour” Championship.

Havelock Farmer & Artisan Market
2023-09-29 13:00 - 18:00, 2023-10-06 13:00 - 18:00, 2023-10-13 13:00 - 18:00 | Havelock Farmer & Artisan Market, South Side of Highway 7, Havelock, Ontario
The Havelock Farmer & Artisan Market was launched in 2018 and we are looking forward to yet another exciting season. The market is run by a volunteer steering committee made up of vendors and interested community members.
The market runs on Fridays May 19th, 2023 until October 13, 2023

May 19 to June 9 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
June 16 to September 15 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
September 22 to October 13 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

​Free entrance and free parking.
Located on the south side of Highway 7 in Havelock

Chaos Carnival: The Dark Circus
2023-09-29 19:30 - 23:00, 2023-09-30 19:30 - 23:00, 2023-10-01 19:30 - 21:30 | 1734 5th Line, 1734 Fifth Line, Peterborough, K9J 6X5, Canada
Chaos Carnival is an immersive Halloween experience.
Prepare to step into the heart of darkness as Chaos Carnival beckons you into an immersive haunted walk through the eerie woods of Selwyn, Ontario. Join us as sinister world awaits, blending the thrill of a haunted house with the spine-chilling allure of a horror circus. for two weekends only, come see what awaits you at The Dark Circus.
Take a walk through the forest and experience the thrills, chills and ominous atmosphere as we tell a story you get to be a part of!
2023 THEME: Dark Circus
The circus may be closed, but the terror never ends….. Chaos Carnival in production with USB Escape presents our flagship event “Chaos Carnival: Dark Circus”. The legend of Chaos Carnival’s Dark Circus is a warning to all who dare to enter, for our presence strikes terror into the bravest of souls. Our sinister funhouse in the woods promises to take visitors on a journey that will test their courage, their will, and even their sanity. If you dare to enter the twisted world of the Dark Circus, be prepared, our clowns are waiting to greet you in our terror filled forest.

Jeremy Hotz: Up Close And Miserable
2023-09-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H2
One of the most unique stand-up comics working today, Canadian born Jeremy Hotz is a proven international success. With stellar performances at the Montreal Comedy Festival: Just For Laughs and his sold out Canadian theater tours, as well as performances all over the United States, Europe and Australia, Jeremy continues to grab audiences with his completely original and confused, yet very astute, observational comedy.
In 1997, he performed at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal and received a standing ovation after his debut performance at the festival’s prestigious television gala. He returned to the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in 1999, 2002, 2003, 2005 (voted Best Performer by the “Glove and Mail”), 2007, 2008 (Chose as Best in Fest by the “Montreal Gazette”) 2011-2013 where he was one of the hosts for the Just For Laughs TV series for the Comedy Network and 2016 where he did his own one man show at the Olympic Theatre. Recognition came quick, as American studios and networks showed interest and Jeremy was offered major development deals from CBS, DISNEY and COMEDY CENTRAL.

Howlin' for Home Stretch
2023-09-30 17:30 - 22:00 | Peterborough Animal Care Centre, 1999 Technology Drive, Peterborough, ON, K9J 6X7
Join us Saturday, September 30th at the new Peterborough Animal Care Centre for ‘Howlin’ for Home Stretch’: Fundraiser for Our Pet Project Capital Campaign.
The night will have something for everyone, including:
– Yappy Hour with beer from Publican House Brewery & Pub & drinks from Knights of Columbus Hall Rentals Peterborough
– Delicious Dinner by That’s A Wrap Catering
– Photo Booth
– Online Silent Auction
– Live Auction with Rusland’s Auctions
and an exciting Musical Performance by The Weber Brothers
Join us for a fun evening of celebrations, good food and great company. We hope to see you all there as we fundraise to bridge the gap of our capital campaign.
Tickets are $150, with a $75 tax receipt, limited tickets available. BUY TICKETS HERE

Abbamania/Night Fever Tribute
2023-09-30 19:30 | Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H2
ABBAMANIA is an all-Canadian cast that is quoted as the #1 and largest production of ABBA in the world with a fantastic look, vocals and sound. A cast of studio musicians, ABBAMANIA recreates ABBA in concert. Their authentic costumes, vocal collaboration and stage performance exude an extraordinary re-creation of the magic and excitement of ABBA.
NIGHT FEVER – Canada’s #1 Bee Gee’s Tribute!
Night Fever is the ultimate tribute to the Bee Gee’s. This show takes you back to the sound and the look of one of the greatest Pop Bands in history, The Bee Gee’s. For five decades – a time span more than any other group in pop history – The Bee Gees outwitted the international music scene with their incredible tenacity to remain current through all the eras of contemporary music. It’s an all-around amazing show that captures the sound and look of the Bee Gee’s.
Special Guest: Adele (tribute)

Forever Young - The Rod Stewart Experience
2023-09-30 19:30 - 22:00 | Market Hall Performing Arts, 140 Charlotte St Third Floor, Peterborough, K9J 2T8
Doug Varty’s Forever Young is the ultimate music tribute to Rod Stewart, the acclaimed British rock singer-songwriter.
It takes a special kind of performer to create the voice and stage presence of Rod Stewart, the timeless vocalist known for hits like “Hot Legs,” “Forever Young”, “Maggie May” and “Do Ya Think I’m Sexy.” Doug Varty is that performer. And just like Rod, whenever he performs, Doug Varty makes the stage (and the surrounding area) his playground, interacting with the crowd, dancing with, and singing to audience members.
“It’s about creating something special, something memorable. Rod’s the minister of fun, and he knows how to show an audience a good time. So that’s what I do.” “I love doing the Rod Stewart show – re-creating the ultimate front man”, Doug says, “pouring your heart and soul into every song, always in motion, always reaching out to people. It’s real entertainment, but a bit mischievous, and I’m always up to something. It’s a thrill, keeping the energy all the way up.”

2023 PMA: Bringing TIFF to You!
2023-10-02 16:00, 2023-10-02 19:00 | Galaxy Cinemas Peterborough, 320 Water St., Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 3L5, Canada
This weeks TIFF film being shown is What’s Love Got To Do With It?
Synopsis: In London, an award-winning film-maker documents her best friend’s journey into an assisted marriage in line with his family’s Pakistani heritage. In the process, she challenges her own attitudes towards relationships.
Comedy, Romance • Lily James, Mim Shaikh & man Boujelouah • 100 minutes
Presented by the Peterborough Museum & Archives and the Toronto International Film Festival Circuit Group, bringing Canadian & International film to Peterborough since 1998.
Fall 2023 Series Pass – $115.50
Access to each film in this series (6 total)
Available for purchase exclusively through the Peterborough Memorial Centre Box Office here.
Rush tickets
$20 – Credit Card Only
Rush tickets can be purchased prior to each film in the lobby (behind the concession stand).
Doors open 30 minutes prior to each screening.

Harvest Season Pop-Up Shop
2023-10-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Peterborough City Hall, 500 George St, Peterborough, K9H 3R9
As the leaves start to turn and the air gets crisp, you know it’s time to celebrate the autumn harvest season!
We’re excited to announce that the Peterborough Museum & Archives will be hosting a pop-up gift shop at City Hall on Wednesday, October 4, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Embrace the fall season with us and check out our curated collection of autumn-inspired treasures. We promise it will be equal parts a-maize-ing and unbe-leaf-able!
Mark your calendars for October 4th and join us to celebrate all things autumn. 🍂

Patio Pints - JJ & Guest
2023-10-04 18:30 - 21:30 | Farmhill Weddings, 2709 Dillon Road, Peterborough, K9J 6X8
Patio Pints is a free concert series offered every Wednesday from June – October 6:30 – 9:30 pm (we are OPEN from 5:30-10:30 pm – we love an early hello and a lingering goodbye 😉 )
First come first serve, pub style. Reservations are only accepted for groups over 8.
Charcuterie is available ($16 pp) and the café has fries, poutine, and ice cream

Cowboy Junkies
2023-10-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H2
Sometimes revolutions begin quietly… Cowboy Junkies are a Canadian alternative country/blues/folk rock band.
In 1988, Cowboy Junkies proved that there was an audience waiting for something quiet, beautiful and reflective. The Trinity Session was like a whisper that cut through the noise…and it was compelling. It stood out in the midst of the flash and bombast that came to define the late 80’s. The now classic recording combined folk, blues and rock in a way that had never been heard before and went on to sell more than a million copies.
Formed in Toronto in 1985 with siblings Michael Timmins on guitar, Margo Timmins on vocals, Peter Timmins on drums, and Michaels lifelong friend Alan Anton on bass, the band has sparkled over the course of 26 albums. “I’ve known Alan longer than I’ve known Pete, says Michael. “We were friends before Pete was born.”
Unlike most long-lasting groups, Cowboy Junkies have never had a break up or taken a sanity-saving hiatus. There’s an appreciation of each other that keeps them constantly working. “It’s that intimacy and understanding of what each one of us brings to the table,” says Michael.
Cowboy Junkies recently released Such Ferocious Beauty via Cooking Vinyl. This is the band’s first release of new material in five years. Such Ferocious Beauty is vintage Cowboy Junkies and another dimension from the lo-fi Canadian band.

Nelly with Sean Kingston and Special Guest Peter Jackson
2023-10-06 19:30 - 22:00 | Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St, Peterborough, Peterborough, Canada
The Peterborough Memorial Centre is excited to welcome 3-time Grammy award wining rapper & singer Nelly on Friday, October 6. He will be joined by chart-topping singer and rapper Sean Kingston and Canadian Hip Hop star Peter Jackson!

With an impressive career in the music industry featuring 12 Grammy Award nominations and 30 other awards won, Nelly brings talent beyond measure with hits such as “Hot in Herre”, “Ride wit Me”, “Country Grammar”, “Just a Dream” and many many more.

Sean Kingston is also no stranger to the top of the charts featuring songs like “Fire Burning,” “Beautiful Girls,” and “Take you There.”

Prices range from $74.40 – $119.50

Kim Mitchell
2023-10-12 19:30 | Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H2
Canadian rock icon Kim Mitchell is coming to Showplace in Peterborough on October 12th, 2023, don’t miss it!
Kim Mitchell is a Canadian rock icon who has sold more than 1.5 million records in Canada, earned 17 Juno Awards nominations, and, in 2021, was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame. Mitchell is one of the most well-known and peer-respected Canadian guitar players and an acclaimed singer-songwriter who has written many classic rock anthems including Go For Soda, Rock N Roll Duty, Patio Lanterns, I am a Wild Party, Easy To Tame and All We Are. These hits have become part of the Canadian musical landscape and earned Mitchell three Juno Award wins for “Male Vocalist of the year”, “Album of the year”, and “Most promising Male Vocalist.”
On top of maintaining a busy nationwide touring schedule, Kim also hosted the fan favourite radio show, named The Kim Mitchell Show on Toronto’s popular Q107. Kim’s show ran for 11+ years and became one of the most popular, listened to and highest-rated radio shows for any afternoon drive DJ in Canada. Kim and his band of accomplished musicians can’t wait to get back to live music and look forward to bringing some much needed cheer to cities and festivals across Canada this summer.

Kate Suhr: Backstage Diary
2023-10-12 19:30 | Market Hall Performing Arts, 140 Charlotte St Third Floor, Peterborough, K9J 2T8
Kate Suhr returns to Market Hall Performance Centre on October 12th to share her Backstage Diary. In true Cabaret form, Kate will share a delicious mix of folk, pop and show tunes from her favourite composers. Join Suhr and a few of her very special guests for an evening of wry, joyful and heartfelt music.

The Abrams at Norwood Old Town Hall
2023-10-13 19:00 | Norwood Town Hall, 2357 County Road 45, Norwood, ON, K0L 2V0
Composed of brothers – James and John – The Abrams are known for their explosive live show and impeccable musicianship, honed over two decades of playing to audiences around the world. Performing together since John was 11 and James was 9, The Abrams were the youngest Canadian duo to play The Grand Ole Opry (when they were 12 and 15) and in the years since, they have performed for enthralled audiences on four continents, both as headliners and opening shows for artists including John Hammond, Feist, Dean Brody, The Dixie Chicks, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, and Luke Combs. Winners of the 2022 Award for Duo/Group of the Year at the CMAOntario Awards, The Abrams will release new music this summer and are adding more touring in 2023!
Schedule of Events
Doors: 7:00 p.m.
Show: 7:30 p.m.

Simply Queen
2023-10-13 19:30 | Market Hall Performing Arts, 140 Charlotte St Third Floor, Peterborough, K9J 2T8
SIMPLY QUEEN is a world class act!
This COMPLETELY LIVE tribute performs all the iconic songs that have made Queen one of the most legendary rock bands of all time and faithfully recreates the grand scope of Queen’s live shows – musically and visually capturing the amazing live Queen experience that has filled stadiums around the world.
The band is fronted by Freddie Mercury impersonator extraordinaire, Rick Rock (vocal/piano/guitar), CC Lambrick (guitar/keyboards/vocal), Mitch Taylor (bass/vocal) & Phil Charrette (drums/vocals). Based in Windsor, Ontario, CANADA, they are veteran musicians who have performed in festivals, theatres and arenas across North America and beyond!

Artisans Centre Peterborough - Indoor Yard Sale
2023-10-14 09:00 - 13:00 | Peterborough Square, 340 George St. N., Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 7E8, Canada
Come out to a fun, casual, pay-what-you-can yard sale and shop a huge variety of used and vintage goods! All funds go to support the Artisans Centre Peterborough, an artist-run studio providing workspace to local art groups and individuals focused on preserving traditional heritage craft.

Fall Fest at Rolling Grape Vineyard
2023-10-14 12:00 - 19:00 | Rolling Grape Vineyard, 260 County Rd 2, Bailieboro, Ontario, K0L 1B0, Canada
Fall has arrived at Rolling Grape Vineyard, and we’re celebrating with Fall Fest Sip & Shop Market! Join us for a fun weekend with Rolling Grape mulled wine, artisan vendors, lawn games, a bonfire with s’mores and pumpkins for purchase.
Outdoor Market Menu:
Creamy pumpkin soup topped with toasted pumpkin seeds and feta
BBQ pulled pork topped with crisp coleslaw served with kettle chips or salad
Hot pretzels with honey mustard dipping sauce
Warm apple hand pies
On Saturday, we are welcoming back, The Doozie’s to perform live and get the party going from 1:00 – 4:00 pm and on Sunday, we’re thrilled to welcome back Jeff Biggar, a fan favourite!
