The Kawarthas Tourism

Childrens Holiday Hangover Workshop
2024-01-02 09:30 - 15:30, 2024-01-03 09:30 - 15:30, 2024-01-04 09:30 - 15:30, 2024-01-05 09:30 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | Jason Wilkins Factory, 188 Hunter St W #7, Peterborough, ON, K9H 2L2
Hey Everyone, the holidays are fast approaching and we have workshops coming up to give all those parents and guardians a much-needed holiday from the holidays! Whether it be from sugar-infused kids, a little too much baileys in your coffees, rum in the nog, or another one of Uncle Zeke’s “when I was your age..” stories, we’ve got you covered so you can Chillll.
Ages: 6-13(ish)
There will be 10 spots available
Cost: Drop-in workshops for $70 per child
or full-week workshops for $250 per child.

Woodburning Workshop: Easter Egg Ornaments
2024-03-10 13:00 - 16:00 | The Art School of Peterborough, 174A Charlotte St, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2T8
Decorating eggs for Easter is a longstanding tradition in many parts of the world. Over time, many cultures have developed their own decorative styles and ways to turn their Easter eggs into pieces of art. In this workshop, we’ll be decorating wooden eggs with woodburning, acrylic paint, and pencil crayon to create 2 to 3 lovely egg ornaments (these can either sit on a surface since they have flat bottoms or be hung with a ribbon attached). A variety of patterns will be provided for all skill levels. You might bring home a little bunny, chick, or traditional patterned egg!

March Break Garden Party Kids Club
2024-03-11 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-12 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-13 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-14 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-15 11:00 - 17:00 | Tiny Greens Plant Shop and Planting Studios, 431 George st N, Peterborough, K9H3R4, Canada
Step into our enchanting world for a magical journey of creativity and fun. Join as we dive into the whimsical realm of fairy, gnome, or dinosaur gardens or terrariums to design a fantastical miniature world.
Tiny Greens’ planting experience features an extensive decoration bar brimming with vibrant sands, stones, moss, dazzling jewels, & Figurines! Kids will play and scavenger hunt through our lush jungle of greens, get to spin and win on our wheel of prizes, and more this March break at Tiny Greens.
Schedule
Drop-in planting studio every day
Tuesday & Wednesday: Kids Club 10:30am-12pm
Thursday & Friday: Kids Club 10:30am-12pm & 1pm-2:30pm

Easter Egg Hunt & BBQ
2024-03-29 12:00 - 14:00 | New Life Church, 4014 Wallace Point Road, Peterborough, K9J 0E4
Join New Life Church for an Easter egg hunt, bouncy castle, kids crafts, face painting and a free bbq and refreshments. The egg hunt will begin at 12:30.

Douro-Dummer Community Easter Egg Hunt
2024-03-30 11:00 | Douro Park, 205 Douro 2nd Line, Douro, ON, K0L 1S0
Bring your Easter basket and a smile! The Douro-Dummer Community Easter Egg Hunt is back! Join us March 30, 2024 at 11am at Douro Park North (205 Douro Second Line) – rain or shine!

Easter Fun at Belleview Hill Farms
2024-03-30 11:00 - 14:00 | Belleview Hill Farms, 2170 North Monaghan Parkway, Cavan-Monaghan, ON, K9J 0G5
Included:

Petting farm
Horse rides (weather permitting)
Tractor wagon rides
Easter crafts
Snacks & water
*Printed 4×6 picture with Easter Bunny *The Easter Bunny will be here from 11-12, a printed picture will be available at the end of the event. Or one can be emailed right away!

$20/person
Kids 5 & under FREE
*Family pricing- family of 4 (with kids 6 & older) is $50, any additional family members (6 & older) are $10 each.
We will also have a variety of vendors set up in the barn!!
Please come dressed for the weather!

Mother's Day Brunch
2024-05-11 10:30 - 2024-05-12 16:00, 2024-05-12 10:30 - 16:00 | Ivy Event Space, 164 Hunter Street West Peterborough, Peterborough, K9H 2L2, Canada
Welcome to Mother’s Day Brunch!
Celebrate the special mother figure your life at our Mother’s Day Brunch event on May 11 & 12th, 2024 held at the Ivy Event Space.
Treat your them to a delicious meal surrounded by love and laughter.
Our menu features a variety of delectable dishes that will surely make their day extra special.
Join us for a memorable experience that they will cherish forever. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to show your appreciation to them.
All in support of the Kawartha-Haliburton Children’s Foundation
Donation Entry $5.00 per person. Reserve your spot now!
Al la Carte – Menu Service
Free Parking (Rear of Building) and Wheelchair accessible!

Mother's Day Meditation & Messages
2024-05-12 14:00 - 15:30 | The Subtle Shift, 221 Edwina Dr, Trent Lakes, ON, K0M 1A0
Join Denise for a special Mother’s Day meditation in the heart of nature, nestled in the cozy embrace of our tranquil yurt. Take a moment to honour the incredible journey of motherhood, whether it’s your own or celebrating the maternal figures in your life. Denise will tap into the nurturing and restorative divine feminine energy of the Mother through meditation and reflection, and then bring through messages for each of the participants.

Celebrate Father's Day at The Dirty Burger Company!
2024-06-16 11:00 - 20:00 | The Dirty Burger Company, 211 Hunter St W, Peterborough, ON K9H 2L1, Peterborough, K9H 2L1
Join us on Sunday, June 16th, for a special Father’s Day treat! Buy one meal entree and get another meal entree absolutely free.
Free Meal Includes:
Burgers
One Soft Drink
One Cookie
Bring the whole family and enjoy a delicious meal together. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Rock the Quarry
2024-06-28 19:00 | The Quarry Golf Club, 447 Tara Rd, Ennismore, Ennismore, Canada
Don’t miss this years Rock The Quarry CANADA DAY PARTY!
Fireworks and Live Music Friday June 28th 7pm

Canada Day at the BCC
2024-07-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Buckhorn Community Centre, 1782 Lakehurst Road, Buckhorn, ON, K0L 1J0, Canada
The BCC in partnership with Buckhorn District Tourist Association. This FREE event runs 10am – 4pm. Activities for the whole family. Vendors, music, entertainment, petting zoo, Birds of Prey display and more

Lakefield Legion Canada Day Party
2024-07-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Royal Canadian Legion Branch 77, 10 Nicholls Street, Lakefield, ON, K0L 2H0
Make sure you join the Lakefield Legion on Canada Day Monday July 1st!! If you love country music you’re going to be amazed by the talented Stephanie Dauncey and her band Double Trouble!!!! Outdoor patio party… free entry…. Bar and BBQ . PLEASE BRING A LAWN CHAIR IF YOU CAN

Canada Day Parade and Celebrations
2024-07-01 16:00 - 18:00 | ON
On July 1st each year, the Apsley Lions Club hosts the Canada Day Parade and Celebrations. The Parade starts at 4:00 pm at the Apsley Public School, continues along Burleigh Street to Wellington, then along Jack Lake Road to McFadden Road, ending at the Lions Park where the festivities continue until 6:00 pm. Games, and the Lions food booth are just a couple of the things that make this day great. Come on out and celebrate Canada! Please note that this year, due to the Fire Ban, there will not be any Fireworks.

Harvest Craft Show
2024-10-12 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Buckhorn Community Centre, 1782 Lakehurst Road, Buckhorn, ON, K0L 1J0, Canada
The Buckhorn Community Centre hosts the Harvest Craft show Thanksgiving Weekend, featuring artisans and crafters from across Ontario. In 2024, the show will run Saturday, October 12 from 10am to 5pm; Sunday, October 13 from 10am to 4pm.
This juried show features a wide variety of quality hand-crafted items including home décor, clothing, jewellery, scented items, and much more.
Admission is $5 per person and includes a ballot to win a $100 shopping spree at the 2025 Spring Craft Show.
Free parking is available and includes a shuttle bus operating from the parking lot to the BCC.

Spooky All Hallows’ Eve
2024-10-25 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Lang Pioneer Village Museum, 104 Lang Road, Keene, K0L1C0
Enjoy an evening of fun and games as we introduce you to the origins of some of our favourite Halloween traditions. The historic village transforms into an array of spooky fun scenes from ghostly graveyards to witches’ lairs. Featuring fortune telling, tractor and wagon rides and more, this all-ages event is sure to get you into the Halloween spirit.
Adults $15, Students/Seniors (60+) $10, Youths (ages 2-14) $7, Free for children under 2, Family (includes 2 adults and up to 4 youths ages 2-14) $40

Trunk-or-Treat
2024-10-31 16:00 - 19:00 | Paul J. English Chemung Lions Park, 710 Red Pine Lane, Bridgenorth, K0L1H0
Get ready for a fang-tastic evening! Join us at Paul J. English Chemung Lions Park in Bridgenorth for Trunk or Treat presented by The Magic Maker-Designs & Treats, at 4-7PM on Thursday October 31st! A twist on traditional trick or treating, children will go from trunk to trunk to collect candy instead of door to door. Many other activities are going on for kids of all ages for a full night of family fun! Entry and events are by cash donation/non-perishable food items for the Lakefield Food Bank!

3rd Annual Pumpkin Parade
2024-11-01 19:00 - 22:00 | Mathison Conservation Area, 39 George St E, Havelock, Ontario, K0L 1Z0, Canada
Friday, November 1st @ Dusk

Mark your calendars, its time for the 3rd Annual Pumpkin Parade in Havelock! Enjoy a magical evening of jack-o’-lanterns of every imaginable design lining the trails of the Mathison Conservation Area. You will warm up by the bonfire(s), toast marshmallows, enjoy apple cider and pumpkin cookies. Its all FREE to HBM residents and visitors, but we welcome donations to the Havelock Minor Hockey as our supporting charity.
Make sure to mark it in your calendar! Please note that pumpkin cookies will be available for the first 150 visitors. Havelock Minor Hockey will be running a 50/50 draw and the winning ticket will be drawn @ 6 pm. We hope to see you there and be sure to tell your friends!

Event Details
Date: Friday, November 1st, 2024
Time: at Dusk, however the bonfires, marshmallows, and warm apple cider will be available starting at 5:00 pm
Location: Mathison Conservation Area Trailhead, parking area behind the Havelock Arena
Cost: FREE, however donations to Havelock Minor Hockey is welcomed

Christmas Bazaar
2024-11-16 09:00 - 14:00 | Lang Pioneer Village Museum, 104 Lang Road, Keene, K0L1C0
An indoor/outdoor Christmas market offering a fine selection of local and handmade gifts and festive decorations to satisfy all your holiday shopping needs.

Kawartha String Orchestra Presents: Annual Free Winter Concert
2024-11-24 14:00 - 16:00 | St James United Church, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough
The Kawartha String Orchestra (KSO) is pleased to present their annual winter concert on Sunday November 24 starting at 2pm at St. James United Church (221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON).
The theme of the concert is “Christmas, Seasons”. Award-winning conductor and music director Tak Kwan and the KSO will play selections from Vivaldi, Purcell, music from the modern Christmas classic Home Alone, as well as popular Christmas sing-a-longs. Guest soloists include Tak Kwan (violin) and Marcus Quin (clarinet).
Admission is free; monetary donations to Kawartha Food Share are gratefully accepted.
For more information, please visit us at www.kawarthastring.com or email us at kawarthastring@gmail.com.

Peterborough Singers "Yuletide Cheer"
2024-11-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Emmanuel United Church, 534 George Street North, Peterborough, K9H 3S2, Canada
Saturday, November 30, 2024 | 7 pm | Emmanuel United Church
Featuring: Venabrass Quintet & Syd Birrell (organ)
Concert Sponsor:
Every year, the holiday season gets a kick start from Yuletide Cheer with the Peterborough Singers and guest musicians, Venabrass. Every year, the warmth and joy of the coming holiday season is captured in new and familiar choral music. Every year, listeners are thrilled and amazed by the power and prowess of brass instruments and the mighty Casavant organ. Every year, the audience joins their voices together with the choir for a communal experience that just can’t be found in many places these days. Peterborough Singers hopes you will start or continue coming every year, THIS year!
Special Guests: Venabrass
Venabrass is a brass ensemble from Toronto, Ontario. Formed primarily from the Venables family, this brass group displays ensemble virtuosity at its finest. As individuals, members of the Venabrass have travelled around the world as both soloists, conductors and composer both as freelance, professional and through The Salvation Army. The early days of the group was merely family members playing music together. This grew into touring at Christmas time, performing annual concerts, recording, and travelling to Africa. Venabrass now exists beyond just the Venables name with other high caliber musicians included. However, it still maintains its Salvation Army musicianship, to which, they desire to serve God first and foremost through their music and strive towards the highest degree of music excellence in that service.
