The Kawarthas Tourism

McLean Berry Farm Pumpkinfest
2024-10-13 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-19 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-20 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-26 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-27 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | McLean’s & Buckhorn Berry Farms, 3055 Berrie Rd, Lakefield, Ontario, K0L 2H0, Canada
As the season continues, the harvest becomes even more bountiful. We will be open all four weekends of October 2024 (not open Thanksgiving Monday) where we will once again welcome the community to our farm for our annual Buckhorn Pumpkinfest! You can take a wagon ride out to the pumpkin patch, pick your own pumpkin, play on straw bales, and explore corn mazes. You can visit our farm store, enjoy food truck fare, get spooked in the haunted forest, and even watch the pumpkin cannon blast off – at Pumpkinfest, there is fun for the whole family to enjoy!
We have increased the area of covered shelters and number of picnic tables so that there is lots of space to sit and relax on the farm in between various Pumpkinfest activities!
No Pets Please: We love animals too and have lots of our own but we can’t host your pets on the farm for both insurance and health and safety reasons. Certified service animals are welcome. Thank you for your understanding.
Our Pumpkin Festival is open all four weekends of October (Closed Thanksgiving Monday) and runs Saturday/Sunday each weekend throughout the month of October between the hours of 11 AM and 5 PM, weather permitting.

Daily Entertainment – Tim Holland (a great show for all ages) – Shows Daily at 1 & 3
Barnyard Animals
Mazes (a Straw Bale Maze and 2 Corn Mazes, one of them is Haunted)
Obstacle Course & Play area with a huge Sandbox
Pumpkin Bowling
Bouncy Castle
Haunted Hallway
Haunted Forest
Bonesville Cemetery
Pumpkin Patch Wagon Rides
Pumpkin Cannon

The Norwood Fall Fair
2024-10-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Norwood Fair Grounds, 48 Alma St, Norwood, K0L 2V0
October 12, 13 & 14, 2024

2024 Theme is: “Country Roads Take Me Home!”

Please join us in the picturesque village of Norwood, Ontario for the annual Norwood Fall Fair. The Norwood Fair was established back in the year 1868 as a place for area residents to display the fruits of their labours and to provide an opportunity for some friendly competition between friends and neighbours. The fair was also a community gathering where village folk came together to celebrate the harvest, catch up with each other and have a little fun for a couple of days.
The Norwood Fair has of course grown and evolved substantially in the last 150+ years, our mandate however has not changed, it is and always will be our mission to provide you and your family with a traditional country fair filled with lots of fun and excitement.
One ticket price at the gate covers entry to all fair events. Tickets to Midway rides may be purchased at the ticket booths on the carnival grounds.

Adults: $15.00 daily
Children 12 and under FREE
Adult Weekend Passes: $25.00
Free Parking on the Fairgrounds

Weekend passes are available at Hastings, Havelock and Norwood Home Hardware stores and at the Fair Office until the Saturday of the fair.
Due to the large number of animals involved in our exhibits and attractions no pets are allowed on the fairgrounds.
Hours of Operation

Gates and Buildings: Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Midway: Daily beginning at 10:30 a.m.

Please check the Schedule of Events for start times for special happenings

The Keene Pumpkin Festival
2024-10-19 09:00 - 15:00 | Keene Lions Club, 1137 Heritage Line, Keene, ON, K0L 2G0
The idyllic countryside hamlet of Keene Ontario, located just 15 minutes east of Peterborough has played host of The Keene Pumpkin Festival since 2007. A family event that is fun for people of all ages.
Experience country charm in the picturesque hills of Keene. Be amazed at the giant pumpkin weigh-off, with some gourds weighing over 1000 lbs. Delight at the decorated pumpkin pyramid, and entertain the kids at the fun Kid Zone with bouncy castles, face painting and other great activities throughout the day.
Climb through the mini bale maze or enjoy the petting zoo, horse and wagon rides, or watch the Hot Diggity Dog performances. Great vendors for shopping, and a variety of delicious local foods are available. Wet your whistle in the Lions Pub, and enjoy live music on stage. Quilt raffle draws, and an antique car and tractor show on site. Come and enjoy country hospitality at its finest. All are welcome.

Apsley Winter Carnival
2025-01-25 10:00 - 15:00 | North Kawartha Community Centre, 340 McFadden Rd, Apsley, K0L 1A0
Each year, on the fourth Saturday in January, the Apsley & District Lions Club hosts the Apsley Winter Carnival at the NKCC. There is plenty to see and do throughout the day. Beginning at 10AM, events include: Face Painting, Candy Floss, Zoo to You, Cookie Decorating and more!

For more information, please visit the organizer’s website.

PolarFest 2025
2025-01-31 - 2025-02-02 | Throughout Selwyn Township
PolarFest is an exciting family festival, offering something for everyone to enjoy!
A weekend full of laughter, friendly competition and the enjoyment of winter.
Choose from activities for the young and the young at heart, including:
– Opening Ceremony with fireworks display
– Polar Paddle
– Guns & Hoses Charity Hockey Game
– Ice Carvings
– For the very brave – the BEL Rotary Polar Plunge!
PolarFest has scheduled events across Selwyn Township! To view our map of events and see more details, please visit our website.

Kawartha Craft Beer Festival
2025-06-06 16:00 - 2025-06-07 23:00 | Del Crary Park, 2 George Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H1, Canada
Let’s Cheers to Craft! The 2025 Kawartha Craft Beer Festival, presented by Bobcaygeon Brewing Company, will take place Friday, June 6 from 4pm-11pm and Saturday, June 7 from 1pm-11pm at Del Crary Park.
2025 marks the 8th anniversary of the Festival featuring breweries, cideries, and delicious food. Enjoy the sun by Peterborough’s beautiful Little Lake and take in the sounds of our live bands, scheduled all weekend long. Enjoy with friends and family, and cheers to the start of summer!
Your Kawartha Craft Beer Festival tickets gives you event access all weekend, a Beer Fest mug and 2 complimentary drink tokens. Spend the weekend finding your new favourite drink, tasting delicious food, listening to our incredible music line up, shopping at our merchandise vendors, playing lawn games or just soaking up the sun. There’s something for everyone!
Doors are open from 4pm to 11pm on Friday June 6 and 1pm to 11pm on Saturday June 7. Tickets are valid all weekend, just keep your wristband on and bring your glass back to continue to sample!
We’re looking forward to seeing you for the 8th annual Kawartha Craft Beer Festival. Cheers!

Apsley Gaming Night
2025-06-07 19:00 - 23:59 | North Kawartha Community Centre, 340 McFadden Rd, Apsley, K0L 1A0
Mark your calendars…Apsley Gaming Night returns on Saturday June 7th, 2025
Doors open at 6pm and gaming begins at 7pm and runs until 12am
Join us for a fun evening of games, chances to win fabulous prizes, all while supporting Community Care Apsley and Apsley Lion’s Club.
Tickets are $20/person (includes admission and an appetizer)
Featuring: 50/50 draw, cash bar, black jack and wheel games!
How to play:
Purchase play money for $20 = $100 in play money (to use at the tables and wheel games). If you run out of money, you can purchase more to continue playing the games. When you are finished playing games, exchange your play money/casino chips with a dealer for tickets to enter into the prizes of your choice. There is NO money payout and you cannot exchange chips/tickets for real money.
Last year, we had 22 prizes totaling over $3,200!!
Towards the end of the evening, we will begin drawing all of the prizes.
Types of prizes donated previously for our fundraiser:
Gift baskets, electronics, gift cards, water tubes, dock ladder, etc.
Questions and sponsorship opportunities or to volunteer at our event please contact Katie at 705-656-4589 or apsley@commcareptbo.org
Ticket sale locations include:
Community Care Apsley Office at 126 Burleigh St, Apsley
Kemps Garage at 111 Burleigh St, Apsley

174th Annual Millbrook Fair
2025-06-12 - 2025-06-15 | 13 Frederick St, Millbrook, 13 Frederick Street, Millbrook, L0A 1G0
Be a part of history by attending the 174th Millbrook Fair! This event has been running for generations, bringing people together with memorable activities that leave you waiting all year to experience them again. Take your friends and family and visit local animals, eat delicious food, and hop on a good old-fashioned carnival ride. Don’t miss out on this annual opportunity to indulge in some iconic family-friendly fun!
Thursday: 5pm – 12am
Friday: 2pm – 12:30am
Saturday: 9am – 12:30am
Sunday: 9am – 4pm
Weekend passes: $40 per Adult, $30 per Student/Senior, 10 and Under FREE Day Passes: $20 per Adult, $15 per Student/Senior, 10 and Under FREE

4th Annual Oyster & Barbecue Food & Music Festival
2025-06-21 12:00 - 21:00 | Chemong Lodge, 764 Hunter Street, Bridgenorth, Ontario, K0L1H0, Canada
The Official Summer Kickoff Party is happening at Chemong Lodge on Saturday, June 21st!
Bring the whole family and get ready for a fun-filled day of epic live music across 2 stages with Tunes by DJ Muddler & 3 Live Music Acts, plus Dr J’s BBQ Pop-up, No Refund Hot Sauce, Beer & Wine Tents, Kids’ activities & Bouncy Castle, Central Smith Ice Cream station, and fresh Premium Oysters shucked by 10X National & 2X World Oyster Shucking Champion Eamon Clark & his team!
LIVE MUSIC LINEUP
DJ MUDDLER
JONNI X
JUKEBOX JORDO
CARY SHIELDS
TICKETING
$20/ Ticket
Tickets Include Entry & Live Music Access
Free/ Kids 12 & under
Food & Beverage Tickets will be available for purchase on-site
Don’t Delay- Limited Tickets are Available!

Asado in Apsley - A Celebration of Food, Culture, and Community
2025-06-28 12:00 - 19:00 | Apsley Legion Branch 381, 150 Burleigh Street, Apsley, K0L 1A0
Get ready for a sizzling celebration of food, culture, and community on Saturday, June 28 during the Canada Day Long Weekend! In partnership with the Apsley Legion, Cimarron Canada brings you an authentic Uruguayan Asado — a South American BBQ like no other.
What to expect:
– Delicious and unique cuts of beef
– A taste of Uruguayan and South American culture
– Fully licensed event
– Live music and more!

Serena Ryder at Musicfest - Free Concert
2025-06-28 20:00 - 21:30 | Del Crary Park, 2 George Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H1, Canada
Juno-winning artist Serena Ryder returns to Peterborough Musicfest to kick off Season 38 with her powerhouse vocals and electrifying stage presence! A Millbrook native and graduate of Peterborough Collegiate’s Integrated Arts Program, Ryder has become one of Canada’s most celebrated artists, known for hits like Stompa and What I Wouldn’t Do.
With seven Juno Awards to her name, Ryder has performed on some of the world’s biggest stages, from The Tonight Show to the NBA All-Star Game. She is also a passionate advocate for mental wellness, using her platform to support initiatives like Kids Help Phone’s Feel Out Loud campaign and mentoring emerging artists through her non-profit, ArtHaus Community.
This marks Ryder’s fifth appearance on the Fred Anderson Stage and her seventh performance for Peterborough Musicfest—a night guaranteed to be unforgettable!

Cordova Canada Day Celebration
2025-06-29 11:00 - 14:00 | Cordova Mines Recreation Association, 55 Alfred St E,, Havelock, Ontario, K0L 1Z0, Canada
Get ready for an action-packed day of family fun as we celebrate Canada Day in Cordova on Sunday, June 29, 2025 from 11 AM – 2 PM at the Cordova Mines Community Centre!
FESTIVITIES INCLUDE:
Snow Cones
Live Music by Rustic Strings
Face Painting & Tattoos
Fire House Fun with Fire Fighters
Games & Bouncy Castle
BBQ & Refreshments (Cash donations appreciated)
FIREWORKS
Cap off the night with a spectacular fireworks show at Cordova Fire Hall — happening at dusk (weather permitting)!
CANADA DAY LOTTERY RAFFLE
Get your tickets for a chance to win a $500 prize!
Tickets are just $5 each — draw takes place after the fireworks show.
Bring the whole family and celebrate our community, our country, and an unforgettable summer day!
Get ready for an action-packed day of family fun as we celebrate Canada Day in Cordova on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at the Cordova Mines Community Centre!

Canada Day Celebration and Keene’s 200th Festivities
2025-07-01 10:00 - 17:00 | North Shore Public School (42 Pinecrest Avenue), 42 Pinecrest Avenue, Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan
🎉 Celebrate Canada Day & Keene’s 200th! 🎉Join us for the OSM Township Canada Day Parade and stay for a special Keene’s 200th Celebration event!
📅 Date: Tuesday, July 1, 2025⏰ Parade Begins: 10:00 a.m.📍 Starting Location: North Shore Public School – 42 Pinecrest Avenue
🚲 Kids’ Bike Decorating Contest & Parade:All participants are asked to arrive at 9:30 a.m. to line up by age group for judging in the North Shore Public School parking lot.
🆕 NEW for 2025:All parade entries must register in advance by contacting Cara Wood at 705-295-6772 or fireadmin@osmtownship.ca by June 29, 2025.
🇨🇦 Help Celebrate Keene’s 200th Anniversary!If Keene is your home, the Keene’s 200th Committee invites families to walk in the parade with a banner showing your family surname and the number of years your family has lived in Keene.
📲 For more information, visit Keene’s 200th on Facebook, check the OSM Township website, or contact Marg Burrett at 705-772-6778.
Let’s come together for a fun-filled day of celebration, community spirit, and local pride! 🎈

Harmony in Havelock - Music by the Pond
2025-07-01 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-06 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-08 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-13 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-15 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-20 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-22 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-27 15:00 - 18:00 and 1 more date | Havelock Rotary Park, 25 Industrial Drive, Havelock, K0L 1Z0, Canada
🎶🌞 Harmony in Havelock — Music by the Pond 🌞🎶
Mark your calendars! Every Sunday in July & August from 3–6 PM, join us at the beautiful Rotary Park for Harmony in Havelock — a celebration of local talent and community spirit you won’t want to miss! 🎸❤️
Hosted by the Havelock Lions Club and proudly supported by the Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen, this FREE, family-friendly event features amazing live Music on the Pond — a picturesque setting!✨
🎤 Celebrate local musicians
🪑 Bring your lawn chairs
🚗 Overflow parking available at the soccer field parking lot
Let’s come together to support our artists, enjoy the summer sun, and make unforgettable Sunday memories 🌿🎶

Neon Nostalgic at Musicfest – Free Concert
2025-07-01 20:00 - 21:30 | Del Crary Park, 2 George Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H1, Canada
Breaking from the traditional mold of tribute and cover band shows, Neon Nostalgic is the world’s only live rock and roll show that syncs the band’s performance to the original, iconic music videos. In this day and age of social media, people expect more from a live performance and Neon Nostalgic delivers a show that appeals to all of the senses! Performed by musicians who have toured in over 15 countries around the world, Neon Nostalgic delivers an entertaining and high energy show that is built around interacting and engaging with the audience. The show has received rave reviews across North America and was dubbed ‘A musical and visual triumph’ by the Bermuda Sun, after a sold-out headline performance in Bermuda for New Years Eve in 2017. The show includes a vast array or more than 100 different covers from the 1980s to today. Prince, Bon Jovi, INXS, U2, Oasis, Pearl Jam, Michael Jackson, The Killers, Duran Duran, The Cure and many many more.

Ennismore Shamrock Festival
2025-07-19 - 2025-07-20 | 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.

170th Annual Lakefield Fair
2025-07-25 - 2025-07-27 | Lakefield Fairgrounds, William St, Lakefield, Ontario, Canada
Get ready to celebrate 170 years of tradition and community spirit at the Lakefield Fair, happening July 26–27, 2025 at the Lakefield Fairgrounds!
From heart-pounding excitement at the Truck & Tractor Pulls and the always-thrilling Demolition Derby, to charming farm experiences like cattle and goat shows, silent auction, blacksmith demonstrations, and hands-on mini farm tours, there’s something for everyone. Bring the family to enjoy the Gable Brothers Midway, bouncy castles, Paw Patrol and Princess visits, woodcarving demonstrations, magic shows, and rows of homecraft exhibits brimming with handmade goodies and local creativity.
Don’t miss the delicious Raspberry Pie Bake-Off, unwind in the beer tent with live entertainment, and raise a glass to 170 incredible years of bringing the community together. Whether you come for the roaring engines, adorable farm animals, or just to make summer memories with friends and family, this milestone fair promises a weekend packed with laughter, tradition, and small-town cha

Bicentennial Official Opening - Ceremony & Irish Flag Raising
2025-08-01 13:00 | Peterborough Armoury National Historic Site of Canada, 220 Murray St, Peterborough, Ontario, K9H2S8, Canada
Join in the official opening of the Bicentennial to commence these commemorative days from August 1st to 10th, dedicated to the legacy of the Peter Robinson settlers. Following speeches from dignitaries, along with traditional music, the Irish flag will be proudly raised.
This event is complimentary but requires registration in advance and is subject to availability.
