Summer Sip & Shop Artisan Market
2024-07-13 12:00 - 18:00, 2024-07-14 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Rolling Grape Vineyard, 260 County Rd 2, Bailieboro, Ontario, K0L 1B0, Canada
Rolling Grape’s Summer Sip & Shop Artisan Market is Saturday, July 13 from 12:00 – 6:00pm and Sunday, July 14 from 12:00 – 5:00pm.
Live Music: 2:00 – 5:00pm
Saturday, July 13th: Sean Jamieson & Catherine Noelle
Sunday, July 14th: Alexa Goldie
Join us for an interactive Custom Doormat Workshop with Jenn from Sable & Sage Co during our Summer Sip and Shop Market. The workshop will run both days at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Enjoy a glass of wine and charcuterie while you create your masterpiece!

Kawartha Rotary Ribfest 2024
2024-07-13 12:00 - 23:00, 2024-07-14 12:00 - 17:00 | Millennium Park, 130 King St, Peterborough, AZ, K9J 0A5
Enjoy the best barbecue in Peterborough at the 18th Annual Kawartha Rotary Ribfest.
Come on down and treat yourself to some yummy BBQ in Peterborough at the 18th annual Kawartha Rotary Ribfest! Get ready for a weekend packed with delicious food, awesome music, and entertainment that will keep you smiling.
Mark your calendars for July 12, 13 from 12pm to 11pm and July 14 from 12pm to 5pm at Millenium Park in Peterborough. And guess what? Admission is free and so is the entertainment. See you there!
You don’t want to miss out on any of the fun!
Live Music Schedule
Friday, July 12

12pm – 1:30 pm
Misfits in Action

1:45 – 3:15 pm
Vortexans

3:30 – 5 pm
Four Lanes Wide

5:15 – 6:45 pm
Big Motor Gasoline

7pm – 8:30 pm
Donny Woods Band

8:45 – 10:15 pm
MidLife Crisis

Saturday, July 13

Noon – 1:30 pm
Hippie chicks

1:45 – 3:15 pm
House Brand

3:30 – 5 pm
The Cadillacs

5:15 – 6:45 pm
No Looking Back

7pm – 8:30 pm
Pat Temple and the Hilo Players

8:45 – 10:15 pm
Gunslingers

Sunday, July 14

Noon – 12:40 pm
Peterborough’s Got Talent Winner

12:50 – 1:35 pm
Peterborough’s Got Talent Winner

1:45 – 3:15 pm
Groove Authority Band

3:30 – 5:00 pm
Red Solo Cap

Peterborough Musicfest Presents: I Mother Earth
2024-07-13 20:00 - 21:30 | Del Crary Park, 2 George Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H1, Canada
When brothers Christian and Jagori Tanna met Edwin back in 1990, the latter thought it would be a good idea to put a band together, and now, 30 odd years later (including an 8-year hiatus), I Mother Earth continues to rock stages as a stalwart on the Canadian rock scene. On July 13th, they will be gracing the stage at Del Crary Park once again, not too far from where the Tanna brothers went to high school.
When I Mother Earth ended their eight-year hiatus in March of 2012, they did so by putting a countdown clock on their website that expired just in time for the band to perform two sold-out shows at Toronto’s Sound Academy. In 2016, they turned the clock back—20 years back to be exact—and reunited with the band’s original vocalist, Edwin, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the critically acclaimed multi-platinum album Scenery and Fish. From there, the reunion tour commenced and was a tremendous success, including shows with Our Lady Peace. It was so enjoyable that the band decided to formally reunite with Edwin indefinitely and also headed back into the studio to create new material. In 2016, I Mother Earth’s tour included a stop in Peterborough to play at Musicfest.
Scenery and Fish spawned 4 Top 10 Hits in Canada with “Raspberry,” “Another Sunday,” “Used to be Alright,” and “One More Astronaut,” but it’s the new music on the horizon and the opportunity to dive into their first record, “Dig,” that has both the fans and the band excited to explore. The debut record featured 4 top singles:
“Levitate,” “Rain Will Fall,” “So Gently We Go,” and “Not Quite Sonic,” all of which hold a distinct place in the hearts of IME fans.
“We are really looking forward to this exciting journey to revisit our entire IME history with Edwin,” says Christian Tanna, co-founder, and drummer. “The fact that we are writing and jamming with this vibe is a huge rush. We really can’t wait to share this with our fans!”
Listen to I Mother Earth HERE

27th Annual Transportation Day Car & Motorcycle Show
2024-07-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Lang Pioneer Village Museum, 104 Lang Road, Keene, K0L1C0
Join us in the historic village as car enthusiasts from across Ontario showcase their antique & classic cars and vintage motorcycles with over 25 awards to be won.

Horse and wagon rides
School lessons on pioneer travel and transportation
Music from the 60s, 70s and 80s courtesy of DJ Del and Jenny Jams

Antique clock and timepiece display

Broom making demonstrations

Grinding demonstrations at the Lang Grist Mill (set demonstration times)

Paint-a-truck activity

Sweets treats and refreshment at the Keene Hotel ($)

Keene Lions Club Food Truck serving BBQ goods ($)- CASH only
Pancake Breakfast in the PCAHB ($)- while supplies last
Haven Brewing Company beer garden ($)
Freshly popped kettle corn by Ben’s Kettle Corn ($)
Shingle Mill demonstrations
Fresh Empire Cheese curd and bread for sale in the Cheese Factory ($)
Craft at the Ayotte Cabin

Displays by the Peterborough County City Paramedics, the Peterborough Speedway, and the Canadian Armed Forces

Kawartha Truth and Reconciliation quilt on display

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

Classic Car & Truck Night
2024-07-16 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-07-23 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-07-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Buckhorn Community Centre, 1782 Lakehurst Road, Buckhorn, ON, K0L 1J0, Canada
Join us at the BCC every Tuesday evening for a classic cars & truck show!

Bring your classic car or drop by to have a look!
The BBQ is fired up from 5pm – 6:30pm
Live music & fifty fifty draw!

Weather permitting 5pm – 7pm, June 4 – September 10.

Texty Tuesdays at Artspace
2024-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Artspace, 3-378 Aylmer Street N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3V8, Canada
Texty Tuesdays are here! Join Artspace in this exciting five-part series where we learn about all things text.
Get ready to dive into the world of text through creativity and expression. Each Texty Tuesday session includes interactive writing exercises, group discussions, drawing, and other forms of artistic expression. It’s also a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow wordsmiths, share ideas, and feel inspired.
Don’t worry if you’re new to writing or if you’re a seasoned pro – everyone is welcome! We believe that everyone has a story to tell, and this event is all about celebrating the power of words.
Session Calendar:

April 16th: National Poetry Month (NaPoMo)
NaPoMo 2024 has the theme of “weather”. Join this national movement, and come make your own poetry ‘zine or chapbook on the theme. We will read poems about weather, we will write poems about the weather, and produce, on-the-spot, illustrated ‘zines and chapbooks.
June 18th: Pride in Poetry, with special guests!
July 16th: TBD

Peterborough Musicfest Presents: Metric
2024-07-17 20:00 - 21:30 | Del Crary Park, 2 George Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H1, Canada
Peterborough Musicfest is excited to welcome Metric to Del Crary Park on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. This is one of many acts that will be featured during Musicfest’s 37th year at the park overlooking Little Lake in downtown Peterborough.
In 1998, songwriting and production duo Emily Haines & Jimmy Shaw formed Metric and left Toronto for New York City in search of like-minded artists. In 2001/2002, they were joined by drummer Joules Scott Key & bassist Joshua Winstead, and found themselves at the centre of the city’s burgeoning alt-rock scene alongside bands like LCD Soundsystem, The Strokes, TV On the Radio, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Interpol and more.
Their latest LP, Formentera II, was released in October, 2023, via their label MMI & Thirty Tigers. It is a testament to Metric’s singular purpose and stands among their best and most genre-defying work. The album closes the 18-song cycle started by 2022’s critically acclaimed Formentera.
A few quick Peterborough related Metric facts: Metric last appeared in Peterborough back in 2010 at the Memorial Centre and lead singer Emily Haines’ brother Tim Haines operates local record store Blue Streak records in downtown Peterborough located on George Street.
Peterborough Musicfest’s 37th season runs from, June 29 to August 17, 2024 with free concerts every Wednesday and Saturday night.

Ennismore Curling Club Annual Garage & Bake Sale
2024-07-19 15:00 - 19:00, 2024-07-20 09:00 - 15:00 | Ennismore Community Centre, 553 Ennis Rd, Ennismore, ON, K0L 1T0
The Ennismore Curling Club hosts its annual garage and bake sale during the Ennismore Shamrock Festival, Friday July 19th 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm, and Saturday July 20, 2024 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.
We have books, puzzles, toys, jewelry household and gardening items, and much more. Home-baked treats are plentiful at the bake sale. Plus, come give Street Curling a try!

Weiner Dog Racing
2024-07-19 19:00 | Kawartha Downs, 1328 County Road 28, Fraserville, ON, K0L 1V0
Meet the Derby Dogs up close and personal as they try their luck at scoring big in our first ever WEINER DOG DERBY…
Meet and Greet with Peterborough Pete’s Mascot Roger as he helps keep all the pup’s in line.
Guests are encouraged to take part in guessing the TOP DOG for a Prize.
Hot Dog Special at the Concession Stands.
Help raise money for the Local Peterborough Humane Society.
Try out the Harness Racing virtual reality Simulator.

Harness Racing Live
2024-07-19 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-07-26 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-08-02 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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The 32nd Giant Indoor Flea Market
2024-07-20 08:30 - 14:00 | North Kawartha Community Centre, 340 McFadden Rd, Apsley, K0L 1A0
On the third Saturday in July (20/24), the Apsley Lions Club hosts the Giant Flea Market, which features bargain prices on everything from toys to TVs, furniture, appliances, sporting goods, and all manner of things you didn’t know you needed. There are also vendors and auctions (silent and otherwise). This is a one-day-only event, so plan your strategy, and be prepared to line up around the NKCC, early in the morning, to have a chance of getting the best bargain. There is bound to be something for everyone. Don’t miss out!
Donations of items are accepted prior to the event.

2024 Ennismore Shamrock Festival
2024-07-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Robert E. Young Recreation Complex, 553 Ennis Road, Ennismore, Ontario, K0L 1T0, Canada
The Ennismore Shamrock Festival is a long standing tradition in the heart of Ennismore that began in 1967 as a Centennial year celebration.
FREE Family Fun Day from 10:00AM-2:00PM at the Robert E. Young Recreation Complex (553 Ennis Road, Ennismore)

Pancake Breakfast hosted by MPP Dave Smith from 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
BBQ, hosted by the Shamrock Festival Committee – including peameal bacon on a bun, burgers, hot dogs & drinks
Bouncy Castles, Inflatable Games & Obstacle Courses
Petting Zoo – Miniature farm animals look forward to meeting you! Critter Visits packs up & goes to where the people are.
Sno Cones
Beavertails
Central Smith Ice Cream
Garage Sale from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM , hosted by the Ennismore Curling Club
Ennismore Optimist Club Youth Soccer Tournament (outdoors at the soccer fields)
Ennismore Optimist Club Youth Rookie Ball Tournament (outdoors at ball diamond)
and so much more!

Monster Trucks Daytime Show
2024-07-20 13:00 | Kawartha Downs, 1328 County Road 28, Fraserville, ON, K0L 1V0
THE MONSTER MADNESS TOUR BRINGS GIANT MONSTER TRUCKS AND DEATH DEFYING FREESTYLE MOTOCROSS TO KAWARTHA DOWNS!
1:00 pm pit party and 2:30 pm show time
$40 for Adults – $20 for Kids

Monster Trucks Evening Show
2024-07-20 17:00 | Kawartha Downs, 1328 County Road 28, Fraserville, ON, K0L 1V0
THE MONSTER MADNESS TOUR BRINGS GIANT MONSTER TRUCKS AND DEATH DEFYING FREESTYLE MOTOCROSS TO KAWARTHA DOWNS!
5:00pm pit party and 6:30pm show time
$40 for Adults – $20 for Kids

Peterborough Musicfest Presents: Beau Dixon Band
2024-07-20 20:00 - 21:30 | Del Crary Park, 2 George Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H1, Canada
Born in Detroit, Michigan, the birthplace of Motown, Beau Dixon developed a passion for music in his formative years after discovering the sound of Stevie Wonder in his parents’ record collection. Insisting on taking piano lessons at age six, his first gig came at age twelve, playing piano for his father’s church services in London, Ontario. After high school, he pursued music full time as a multi-instrumentalist and lead singer for rock bands, touring in the United States, Canada and Europe. He has written and produced songs for radio and television and has appeared on numerous albums. In 2000, Beau started his own recording studio (Sound Kitchen Studio) in Peterborough, Ontario and will be gracing the Musicfest stage with his eponymous band July 20th.
As a sound designer, he was nominated for a Dora Mavor Moore Award for the production of Rifles at the Shaw Festival and Praxis Theatre. Beau has recently taken on the role of music director for Sheridan College and Lakefield College School, and in summer of 2021 he was curator and music director for the Stratford Festival’s production of Freedom: The Spirit and Legacy of Black Music.
As an artist of mixed race, Beau proudly carves the legacy of his ancestors into all of his work and publicly advocates racial inclusion.

Listen to Beau Dixon HERE

Springville Tap N' Grill 1st Anniversary Market
2024-07-21 11:00 - 16:00 | Springville Tap n’ Grill, 2714 Brown Line, Cavan, ON, K9J 6Z9
Springville Market’s Family Event will be in working with Springville Tap N’ Grill to celebrate their first-year anniversary. Tammy and her staff have worked hard this last year. Come and celebrate with us and show your appreciation.
Over 20 amazing vendors, Doug Mac Kenzie will be providing live music on the patio and Springville Tap N’ Grill will be offering brisket burgers and fresh local hot corn on the cob as their special along with cake, raffles and prizes to celebrate the occasion.
It’s going to be a perfect weather ice cream day so stop by and support Artistic Pathways “Breaking Barriers One Step at a Time” a place for neurodivergent individuals and adults with mental health and disabilities to sell their artistic creations as well as gain valuable job skills working at the ice cream stand.

2024 Ennismore Shamrock Festival
2024-07-21 12:00 - 15:00 | Robert E. Young Recreation Complex, 553 Ennis Road, Ennismore, Ontario, K0L 1T0, Canada
The Ennismore Shamrock Festival is a long standing tradition in the heart of Ennismore that began in 1967 as a Centennial year celebration.

Truck & Tractor Pull beginning at 12 Noon

Gates open at 11:00AM
Cost: $10.00 per person, children 12 years of age and under are FREE

Licenced event and food vendors
Sno cones
Shamrock Craft Show in the Ennismore Arena (10:00AM to 3:00PM) – $2.00 entry

Peterborough Musicfest Presents: RÊVE with special guest dee holt
2024-07-24 20:00 - 21:30 | Del Crary Park, 2 George Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H1, Canada
Since making her label debut in 2021, Montreal-born, Toronto-based recording artist Rêve has established herself as one of the most promising dance-pop singer-songwriters of this generation. She has amassed over 110 million combined global streams thanks to a host of popular original singles, from her debut track “Still Dancing” to the irresistible “SKIN2SKIN.”
Her debut track “Whitney” reached #1 on the US Dance charts, while her Canadian chart-topping track “CTRL+ALT+DEL” attained Platinum status only eight months after its release. It was featured on Canada’s Drag Race, garnering a SOCAN Dance Music Award in 2022 and a Dance Recording of the Year award at the 2023 JUNOs. Rêve has also received nominations at the 2023 JUNO Awards for Breakthrough Artist of the Year and TikTok Juno Fan Choice. Her sonic blend of playful pop and R&B-influenced dance music is inspired by the Euro sounds of the 90s.
Opening for Rêve is fellow Montreal native dee holt, who has risen to prominence after only recently revealing her talents. Not long ago, the 19-year-old was singing along to her dad’s VHS home videos and performing at family gatherings, without considering a career in singing. That changed when her mother coaxed her into serenading her boyfriend’s parents upon their first meeting, and suddenly, a career had begun in earnest. Since then, holt has been working with producer Benjamin Nadeau, discovering an honest yet playful indie pop sound.
Teen Vogue has called her the “one to watch,” while SHEESH Media compared her vocals to Billie Eilish. On her second EP, I’ll Be There, dee really pushed her creative boundaries around a body of music that takes her to the next level. Reflecting on the process, dee says, “This project was such a fun experience, in every aspect… I loved experimenting with my writing style and technique. I loved brainstorming and creating visuals that went along with the songs. But most of all, I loved walking into the studio and getting carried away in the music, trying new things. Coming up with an idea, and then slowly watching it build and come to life is such a special feeling.”
This will be both performers first time at Musicfest. Rêve and holt with take the Fred Anderson stage on Wednesday, July 24th.
Listen to Rêve HERE
Listen to dee holt HERE

Blackhoney Summer Market
2024-07-26 16:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-02 16:00 - 20:00 | Blackhoney Bakery, 217 Hunter St W, Peterborough, ON, K9H 2Y7
Every Friday this summer, Blackhoney Bakery is hosting a market outside featuring local artisans, creators, and makers.

Peterborough Musicfest Presents: Legends Of Motown
2024-07-27 20:00 - 21:30 | Del Crary Park, 2 George Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H1, Canada
Since 2010, Legends of Motown, a 16-piece tribute band has been captivating audiences by re-igniting the iconic sounds of legends like The Supremes, The Four Tops, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Jackson 5, and Martha and the Vandellas. Featuring all your favourite songs of the Motown era, done with dazzling choreography, authentic costumes, and stunning vocal performances, this high-energy show brings back the feeling of an era so vividly, you will feel like you have gone back in time.
Musical director, David Callender, who is always on the hunt for the perfect voice to join the ensemble, along with powerful lead vocalists Aria Zenua and Erin Reece, Legends of Motown encapsulates everything that made the genre what it was, from The Supremes’ captivating harmonies to Marvin Gaye’s soul-stirring rhythms, recapturing an era where music had a beat, a soul, and a message.
WATCH LEGENDS OF MOTOWN HERE

Peterborough Musicfest Presents: Down With Webster
2024-07-31 20:00 - 21:30 | Del Crary Park, 2 George Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H1, Canada
Peterborough Musicfest is proud to welcome the high-energy Toronto-based rap/rock band Down With Webster to the Del Crary Park stage on Wednesday, July 31.
Down With Webster’s electrifying performances have won them a rabid fanbase from coast to coast. From their first performance at a junior high talent show, Down With Webster created their own style of genre-bending rap and rock sounds, and have blown away audiences ever since. Their songs have charted on Top 40 Radio, sold millions of singles, and amassed hundreds of millions of streams. They have wowed crowds during performances at the Much Music Video Awards, Junos, and festivals across the country.
The band first achieved commercial success with the release of the 2009 EP, Time to Win, Vol. I which consisted of the singles “Rich Girl$”, “Your Man” and “Whoa Is Me.” Their major-label debut album, Time to Win, Vol. II (2011) featured the track “She’s Dope.” The 2014 follow-up album, Party for Your Life, included the songs “One in a Million” and “Chills.” Down With Webster has been nominated for Juno Awards, MuchMusic Video Awards, and Canadian Radio Music Awards.
To celebrate the 15th anniversary of their breakthrough album “Time To Win Vol. 1,” Down With Webster is reuniting for a limited number of shows in the summer of 2024, including Peterborough Musicfest on Wednesday, July 31 at 8 p.m. This will be the band’s first appearance on the Fred Anderson stage. Down With Webster last played in Peterborough at the Peterborough Memorial Centre in 2013 alongside Marianas Trench and Anami Vice.

First Friday Art Crawl
2024-08-02 18:00 - 23:00 | Downtown Peterborough, 500 George Street N, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 3H1, Canada
The best way to experience Art Crawl is to set out on foot and explore. Each month is different – you never know what you will stumble across. Check out the map and monthly listings for participating locations HERE!
First Friday Peterborough is a downtown monthly art crawl that allows you to experience the city’s art, music, and food scene, while supporting local artists, people watching, and taking in some city sights all at once. FFPTBO is dedicated to showcasing the immense artistic and musical talent in the Peterborough community. The art crawl is a self-guided tour of downtown galleries, studios, shops, and cafés that takes place on the first Friday of every month, between the hours of 6pm-11pm*
The First Friday Art crawl provides a welcoming energy and encourages everyone to come and enjoy the multifaceted creative culture of downtown. Each of the gallery, studio, and shop owners go out of their way to ensure the vibe is light, friendly, and completely unpretentious.
The event is family friendly + inclusive.
*Note: some venues may have varied hours. Please check monthly listing.

First Friday is proudly organized by a group of local artists, stakeholders in the arts community, and local arts-based business owners.
