Outdoors & Nature

On June 15, Karen Carter-Edwards will lead a walking tour of Jackson Park. Come and explore the fascinating history of this wonderful Peterborough resource. The location began as an industrial…

Monster Spectacular, Canada’s sports and entertainment spectacle - mixing the thrills and spills of motorsports, showmanship and the ultimate fan experience into incredible, action-packed live shows roars into the Peterborough…

Come Celebrate Family Paddle Day at the Lakefield Beach on Thursday, June 22 at 5:30pm. Celebrating Lakefield’s historical connection to canoe building, anyone with a wooden boat is encouraged to…

Join us and the City of Peterborough to celebrate the launch of the Canadian Multicultural Festival 2023! Bring the family to join us for a Zumba Party.  Free face-painting, henna…

PATIO PINTS - free concert series offered every Wednesday from MAY - OCTOBER 630-930 pm (but we’re open from 530-1030 pm - we love a lingering goodbye ;) First come…

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…

Our region is rich with talented artists practicing across a range of styles and mediums. From Stoney Lake to Keene, the annual Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour offers the public a…

Harley Farms is hosting an Open House! We’d like to celebrate with you some of the big steps we’ve taken recently, including acquiring the Harley Farms Butcher Shop and expanding…

On Saturday July 15th, Chemong Lodge welcome's you to join us for our 2nd Annual Oysterfest, presented by the Peterborough Business Network in support of the YMCA of Central East…

Join us Sunday, July 30th, 11 am-12 pm for Yoga on Tap, one hour of fun yoga while you sip on a delicious pint of 100 Acre Brewing Co. Beer.…

Enjoy wandering on a Kawartha Land Trust (KLT) protected property with this immersive nature outing, while learning mindfulness-based techniques for deepening your connection with nature. You will learn how to…

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…

Interested in connecting with nature through movement and mindfulness? Join us for a one-hour gentle yoga class in the fields of Kawartha Land Trust’s (KLT) Ballyduff Trails. Experience the beauty…

Thursday, August 17th , 2023 from 12:00 - 4:00 pm Hutchison House will host the 31st annual Peach Tea on Thursday, August 17th from noon to 4pm. Enjoy the feeling…

Our lighthearted and humorous show, “Plugging into Nature,” is all about turning off screens and getting outside to connect with nature and promote mental and physical wellness. All of the…

Join us for a good old-fashioned corn roast! Come celebrate the start of the harvest season with threshing demonstrations, live music, plenty of fire-cooked corn and more. Peterborough Agricultural Society…

Hand-carve a wood spoon with Anishnaabe Craftsman John Wager at Indigenously Infused in Curve Lake! Reserve your spot by emailing IndigenouslyInfused@gmail.com. Indigenously Infused Workshops celebrate and preserve indigenous culture and…

Blend two mists of your choice at Indigenously Infused in Curve Lake! Reserve your spot by emailing IndigenouslyInfused@gmail.com. Indigenously Infused Workshops celebrate and preserve indigenous culture and traditions through hands-on…

Blend two mists of your choice at Indigenously Infused in Curve Lake! Reserve your spot by emailing IndigenouslyInfused@gmail.com. Indigenously Infused Workshops celebrate and preserve indigenous culture and traditions through hands-on…

Back by popular demand! On September 7, Karen Carter-Edwards will lead a walking tour of Jackson Park. Come and explore the fascinating history of this wonderful Peterborough resource. The location…

Members of the Peterborough Astronomical Association (PAA), a group of amateur astronomers from Peterborough and the surrounding area, will provide a brief presentation at 8 p.m. The presentation will be…

New to nature? No problem! Come out to enjoy nature on the Rotary Greenway Trail with Kawartha Land Trust (KLT) staff and volunteers who are ready to answer your questions…

Get some great new plants for your garden or donate some extra plants and support Trent Valley Archives! Fall is right around the corner and that means it is almost…

Trees clean our air, provide shade, prevent erosion, and provide vital food and shelter for wildlife. Join Kawartha Land Trust (KLT) for a community tree planting and mapping event. Help…

Grab your furry friend, the KeepFit Women community is heading out for a walk in support of Peterborough Humane Society! Even if you don’t have a pup, come, enjoy the…

Bring a mat and join us for beer yoga on the lawn! Tickets are $35.00 + HST. Ticket includes a tasting, one 16 oz. beer and 1 hour yoga class.…

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…

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…

The CIBC Run for the Cure is a 5k or 1k walk or run that raises funds for the Canadian Cancer Society. It is the largest single-day, volunteer-led event in Canada in…

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…

The Monarch Ultra is planning Peterborough's first Monarch Butterfly Festival and 10km Race this fall at Millennium Park. The 10km race will start at Millennium Park and will wind along…

Zombies are on the loose again. Are they zombies or just mind controlled dead people? Is that even possible? It will be your job as scientists to search the grounds…

Zombies are on the loose again. Are they zombies or just mind controlled dead people? Is that even possible? It will be your job as scientists to search the grounds…

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…

Cooler weather and falling leaves mean it’s time to celebrate the harvest! Harley Farms is hosting a Harvest Day on October 21st 2023, from 9am to 5pm. Bring the whole…

Zombies are on the loose again. Are they zombies or just mind controlled dead people? Is that even possible? It will be your job as scientists to search the grounds…

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…

Zombies are on the loose again. Are they zombies or just mind controlled dead people? Is that even possible? It will be your job as scientists to search the grounds…

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…

Zombies are on the loose again. Are they zombies or just mind controlled dead people? Is that even possible? It will be your job as scientists to search the grounds…

Zombies are on the loose again. Are they zombies or just mind controlled dead people? Is that even possible? It will be your job as scientists to search the grounds…

Zombies are on the loose again. Are they zombies or just mind controlled dead people? Is that even possible? It will be your job as scientists to search the grounds…

Enjoy wandering on a Kawartha Land Trust (KLT) protected property with this immersive nature outing, while learning mindfulness-based techniques for deepening your connection with nature. You will learn how to…

Halloween Haunt - Sunday Funday with @jjandhisdog and our first ever spooky wagon ride + other fall fun and NEW spooky cocktails!!! 🍂👻🎃 Costumes encouraged for the animal trick or…

Zombies are on the loose again. Are they zombies or just mind controlled dead people? Is that even possible? It will be your job as scientists to search the grounds…

Zombies are on the loose again. Are they zombies or just mind controlled dead people? Is that even possible? It will be your job as scientists to search the grounds…

Zombies are on the loose again. Are they zombies or just mind controlled dead people? Is that even possible? It will be your job as scientists to search the grounds…

Who's ready for a Pumpkin Parade? Don't miss out on this year's Pumpkin Parade, which will be held on Wed Nov 1st at 5:30 pm. Last year was its inaugural…

Trent Valley Archives presents a walking tour of Little Lake Cemetery featuring stories of Peterborough residents who served during wartime. As you walk through the cemetery, you’ll hear about the…

Take a chance to unplug, slow down, and maybe even hug a tree! Forest bathing, also known as shinrin-yoku, or forest therapy, is an intuitive and accessible nature connection practice…

Celebrate Winter Solstice in Nature Join us for a truly transformative and enchanted evening as we gather to celebrate the magic of Winter Solstice. The crackling outdoor fire ceremony will…

Welcome the winter solstice with a night hike followed by a hot drink and an opportunity to warm yourself by a fire. Enjoy and embrace darkness and the longest night…

Looking to gain more winter cycling confidence? This workshop will help demonstrate and practice slippery winter handling skills! Meet at B!KE, with your bike. This will be a moving workshop,…

Bundle up and enjoy the best the season has to offer at this free Family Skate, shake off the January blahs in the fresh outdoor air having fun, getting exercise…

Come out for an evening family stroll along some of Peterborough’s lovely trails while Laura shares some oral stories, songs and rhymes that connect us to the natural beauty around…

We are lighting up the night on January 26 with our full moon ski! Following that, we will enjoy performances by local musicians in the cozy WOODfine chalet. No registration…

Join us for a casual social winter ride! Snow Pokes rides are at a slow pace, taking quiet streets, and usually making a stop for hot drinks at snacks! Ride…

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…

Fun day to Show Snowmobiles and watch the Polar Plunge or ride around the lake if you wish.

The KNSC 8-Hour relay returns to Kawartha Nordic on Sunday, February 4 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Join us for this family friendly event and help raise funds for…

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…

Take your Yoga practice outside! ❄❄❄ Yoga in the great outdoors is just as much fun - especially with friends & family! Grab your snowpants and join me along the…

A free conservation science pub talk, this month on Ecomorphology, Avian Flight, and the Importance of Museum Collections with Dr. Talia Lowi-Merri.

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…

Join us for the Queer Ecology Hike! The hike will start at 11am at 610 Parkhill Road West, Peterborough, ON. This event is all about celebrating the intersection of queerness…

Come out for an evening family stroll along some of Peterborough’s lovely trails while Laura shares some oral stories, songs and rhymes that connect us to the natural beauty around…

Looking to learn something new? At this fundraiser in support of Asphodel-Norwood Public Library, Belmont Farmstead will share the benefits of sprouting and show you how to successfully grow at home,…