The Kawarthas Tourism

Brit Floyd: 50 Years of Dark Side
2023-10-25 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St, Peterborough, Peterborough, Canada
Brit Floyd returns to the stage in 2023 to perform a brand-new production celebrating 50 years of the ground-breaking and iconic musical masterpiece The Dark Side of the Moon. The show will feature classic tracks from the album such as Time, Money, Us and Them and The Great Gig in the Sky. Catch them on their stop at the Peterborough Memorial Centre!
The 2 and a half hours plus set list will also include other highlights from Pink Floyd’s magnificent catalogue of albums, including tracks from The Wall, Wish You Were Here, Animals, The Division Bell, Medal and much more.

The Stalking Dead
2023-10-26 18:00 - 23:00, 2023-10-27 18:00 - 23:00, 2023-10-28 18:00 - 23:00 | Escape Maze, 156 Cedar Bank Rd, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 6Y3, Canada
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 of a new cult centre to figure out what these creatures are and how we can protect ourselves from them. Does it have anything to do with Peterborough’s Axe Murderess Hessie Gray? You will have to discover that for yourselves in this farmland retreat.
Players book a time to walk the trail on our farmland, solving puzzles along the way but at the same time, avoiding live zombies. We also have zombie laser tag you can add to your haunted experience.
NOT Recommended for players 13 years of age and younger. Those under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Darts at Haven Brewing
2023-10-26 18:30 - 21:00 | Haven Brewing Company, 687 Rye St, Unit 6, Peterborough, K9J6X1, Canada
Come join us for a mini dart tournament! Bring your own food if you like and enjoy a beer or two while we play! Every week here at Haven.

Paul DeLong's ONE WORD
2023-10-26 19:30 - 22:00 | Market Hall Performing Arts, 140 Charlotte St Third Floor, Peterborough, K9J 2T8
Juno award winner, multi-platinum artist, author and educator, Paul DeLong is a legendary member of Canada’s music royalty and considered one of North America’s top drummers. He’s best known for his work with artists such as Kim Mitchell, Domenic Troiano, Lawrence Gowan (Styx), David Clayton-Thomas (Blood, Sweat and Tears), Roger Hodgson (Supertramp), Tom Scott (L.A. Express) and David Blamires (Pat Metheny).
Paul DeLong’s many successes during his lengthy career have coalesced into his passion project, jazz-fusion band Paul DeLong’s ONE WORD. Together for five years, the band is a seamless fit of five extraordinarily talented artists….Victoria Yeh (electric violin), Marco Luciani (keyboards), Steve Lucas (bass), Michael Murray (lead guitar) and Paul DeLong (drums and percussion). Their stunning performances of fusion classics by The Mahavishnu Orchestra, Weather Report, Jean-Luc Ponty, Return to Forever, Allan Holdsworth and many more….both beautiful and powerful….will keep you mesmerized.
Make It An Experience! Ticket holders get access to exclusive dinner and hotel specials on show night

The 46th Annual Hand of Man Art and Craft Sale
2023-10-27 17:00 - 21:00, 2023-10-28 09:00 - 16:00, 2023-10-29 11:00 - 16:00 | Morrow Building, 155 Lansdowne St W, Peterborough, ON, K9J 0A4
The Hand of Man Art & Craft Sale is presented by The Peterborough Guild of Arts & Crafts (PGAC) and is the largest and longest running yearly art and craft sale in Peterborough and the surrounding area. Because of the wide variety of handcrafted products offered for sale we are a must-see destination for people not only from the Peterborough area but for many out of town people.
The Hand of Man Art & Craft Sale is held every last full weekend in October at the Morrow Building, 155 Lansdowne St. W, Peterborough, ON
Admission $ 3.00
Children under 12 FREE with Adult
FREE Parking
Wheelchair Accessibility

All Hallows' Eve
2023-10-27 18:00 - 21:00, 2023-10-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Lang Pioneer Village Museum, 104 Lang Road, Keene, K0L1C0
Discover the origins and traditions of Halloween with an evening of spooky fun. This all-ages event is sure to get you into the Halloween spirit.

Tractor and wagon rides

Museum of Uncommon Phenomena by Mental Floss Sideshow

Stingy Jack played by Glen Caradus

Learn about investigations undertaken by the Paranomal Seekers at Lang Pioneer Village Museum
Hear stories of the Wendigo
Participate in a traditional 1890s Halloween party
Discover the history of coffins and body snatching
Uncover the secrets lurking in the mystery crocks
Learn the origin of trick-or-treating
Find your way through the maze
Visit the belly of the boat
Try a treat from the Botched Bakery
Music by Lang’s very own Dracula
Join in on the monster bash
Face painting by Faces By 2
Hot dogs for sale in the PCAHB ($)

Don’t forget to come disguised to blend in with the spirits and ghosts lurking in the Village!
As a result of visitor feedback, this year’s All Hallows’ Eve event will be a hybrid of our Historic All Hallows’ Eve and Spooky Halloween events and will feature both historical and modern Halloween celebrations. While some origin stories are quite dark, this is not a frightful experience. Parking onsite is available on a first come, first served basis.
Admission: Adults- $15, Students & Seniors (60+) – $10, Youths 2 to 14 Years of Age – $7, Children Under 2 Years of Age – Free, Family Pass (includes 2 Adults and up to 4 Youths) – $40

POPOVICH Comedy Pet Theater
2023-10-27 19:00 | Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H2
Voted best family attraction in Las Vegas!
The World-Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is a family-oriented blend of the unique comedy and circus skills of Gregory Popovich, and the talents of his furry co-stars. There are more than 25 pets in the show, each one has been rescued from animal shelters and given a new lease on life! They love to perform their skills and stunts on stage. Dogs, cats, parrots, doves, mini-Pig Lucy and special guest star mini horse Mr. Diamond.
Gregory Popovich has shared his expertise for raising, training and living harmoniously with pets as written in his book, “You CAN Train Your Cat” and “Dog Gone Good”!
Gregory Popovich Gold medal winner in Paris and France. Special award winner in Monte Carlo. He has also produced and starred in a feature film now available for purchase, “Popovich: Road to Hollywood”. This movie already won several awards including “Best Family Children’s Film” in the International Film Festival in Kolkata India, “Audience Choice Award” in Milan, Italy and Tokyo and Japan. Popovich show has been selected “Best Family attraction” and Gregory himself voted “Entertainer of the Year”!

Paint Nite: Halloween Pumpkin at Kawartha Downs
2023-10-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Kawartha Downs, 1328 County Road 28, Fraserville, ON, K0L 1V0
Our first Halloween Paint Nite with Kawartha Downs and Shoreline Casino. Join us and wear your best costume. Prizes to be won for best dressed.
This Paint Nite is a Halloween themed event hosted by Kawartha Downs. The painting also has customizable options you can choose from. Check out our social media pages to see your options. Choose between the Pumpkin (EASY) (one in the image above), The Ghosts (INTERMEDIATE ), The Stones (INTERMEDIATE) AND Jack (EXPERT).
Food and beverage (both alcoholic and non -alcoholic) will be available. Spooky tunes and some sing along favourites of course.
Purchase tickets here

Creepy Doll Museum
2023-10-27 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-10-28 19:00 - 21:00 | The Theatre on King, 171 King St, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2R8
With the cool weather comes cozy sweaters, woollen blankets, and crackly little voices beckoning you from the shadows to celebrate the Creepy Doll Museum’s 5th Anniversary! Everyone’s favourite little sweethearts are excited to nibble on your hangnails, show off their scab collections, and introduce you to the new family members.
The Creepy Doll Museum will have its doors wide open (no need to book ahead, but you may need to hang tight if we reach occupancy limits) on October 27th and 28th, from 7:00-9:00pm. Catch a quick puppet performance by Brad Brackenridge and find out what other special 5th anniversary delights will tickle your fancy (or is that the dolls tickling your feet?) Tickets are $10 at the door, or pay what you can.
Come play with us!

The Legendary Downchild Blues Band
2023-10-27 19:30 | Market Hall Performing Arts, 140 Charlotte St Third Floor, Peterborough, K9J 2T8
After 19 albums, countless awards and wowing sold-out audiences around the world for over 50 years, THE LEGENDARY DOWNCHILD BLUES BAND are excited to hit the stage at Market Hall for a blues extravaganza you don’t want to miss!!
Downchild came to international prominence as the inspiration for Hollywood stars Dan Aykroyd and the late John Belushi’s hit film, The Blues Brothers. In fact, two Downchild songs, “Shotgun Blues” and “I Got Everything I Need (Almost)” were even covered on The Blues Brothers’ 1978 multi-platinum album Briefcase Full of Blues.
Leader and co-founder, Donnie Walsh, was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2019, alongside some of the greatest songwriters of our time, like Leonard Cohen, Neil Young and Joni Mitchell.
Downchild continues to be led by, Donnie “Mr. Downchild” Walsh on guitar and harmonica, singer Chuck Jackson, who also plays harmonica, tenor sax man Pat Carey, Gary Kendall on bass, drummer Jim Casson and Tyler Yarema on keyboards.
With their signature jump-blues style and infectious, soulful sound, Juno Award winners Downchild deliver a live performance that is second to none and good times guaranteed!

Halloween Fright Night at Canada's Dinosaur Park
2023-10-27 19:30 - 22:30, 2023-10-28 19:30 - 22:30 | Canada’s Dinosaur Park, 2206 County Rd. 38, Asphodel-Norwood, ON, K0L 2B0
HALLOWEEN FRIGHT NIGHTS… if you dare!
Scary but fun entertainment for the family! Walk through the park filled with ghosts, goblins, bats, skeletons, monsters and clowns! Also featuring some of our animatronic dinosaurs and rescued reptiles! Wear your best costume and you may win a prize!
Open from 7:30pm-10:30pm. Admission is required for each person attending (children aged 3 and under free).
Canada’s Dinosaur Park is a non-profit charity and sanctuary caring for 100’s of rescued and abandoned reptiles. All proceeds go into helping care for the animals.
SHOW UP ANYTIME BETWEEN 7:30PM AND 10:30PM

Peterborough Farmers' Market
2023-10-28 07:00 - 13:00 | Morrow Park, 151 Lansdowne St. W., Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
We invite you to listen to the sounds of our local musicians while visiting our 100+ vendor outdoor market May 1 to October 31, rain or shine in the Morrow Building parking lot. From November 1 to April 30, we are located inside the Morrow Building just south of the parking lot.
The establishment of a central market area for individual trade or sales has been a feature of societies all over the world for centuries. This trade has taken place in Peterborough for the past 190 years. This efficient method of commerce (ie. producer, direct to consumer) has gained much interest in recent years as small businesses have grown. We at the Peterborough Farmers’ Market are proud to be part of this popular phenomenon.
As producers of local food and crafts, we stress freshness, quality and value as we deal each and every week with our market patrons. Come and enjoy this traditional shopping experience.

Halloween Painting Class
2023-10-28 12:00 - 14:30 | Kawartha Country Wines, 2452 County Road 36, Buckhorn, ON, K0L 1J0
Enjoy a spooktacular paint class at the winery! Choose between a magical witch or playful pumpkin. Ages 14+.
Includes all materials and a charcuterie box!
Charcuterie Box: Gluten-free & Dairy-free option.

Haunted Halloween For Kids
2023-10-28 12:00 - 16:00
The month of October would not be complete without the Halloween tradition. Look out for young ghostly ghouls and goblins on Saturday, October 28th from 12pm – 4 p.m. when Hutchison House Museum will host Halloween tours of the museum. Enjoy a spooky tour of the museum, make a fun craft, have your fortune told, enjoy and special treat and more! Admission for the Haunted Halloween spooktacular event is $8 per person children under 5 is free. Costumes are encouraged and an adult must accompany young children. While we do make the upper levels of the house a little spooky, it is not our intention to scare anyone. For more information contact the museum at 705-743-9710.

Oh What a Night!
2023-10-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Market Hall Performing Arts, 140 Charlotte St Third Floor, Peterborough, K9J 2T8
Oh What a Night! is a blockbuster musical revue directed by award-winning Broadway producer/director Michael Chapman, written by Motown producer George Solomon and choreographed by critically acclaimed choreographer Paul Holmquist.
Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like A Man, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, My Eyes Adored You, Working My Way Back To You, Let’s Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you’ll enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey, Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons. Between the score of recognizable tunes, and non-stop dancing OH WHAT A NIGHT! also delivers informative and often hilarious banter between the high-spirited cast!
Oh What a Night! is more than just a concert. It’s a flashy all-around feel-good experience that leaves audiences on their feet Beggin’ for more.”

Halloween In the Boooro
2023-10-28 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Peterborough, 500 George Street N, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 3H1, Canada
The Booooro is getting scary!
Celebrate the festive spirit of Halloween with our downtown business community.
Come downtown Saturday October 28 between 5 and 8PM for some spooktacular kid-friendly activities including trick or treating, late-night shopping, and a scavenger hunt!

Drag Bingo: Night of the Living Drag
2023-10-28 19:00 - 22:30 | Delta Bingo & Gaming, 1019 Clonsilla Avenue, Peterborough, K9J 5Y2
Get ready for a spooktacular evening out at Drag Bingo: Night of the Living Drag at Delta Bingo & Gaming in Peterborough! Grab your friends, wear your best costume, and join us on October 28 for an evening of wickedly entertaining drag performances, fang-tastic cash prizes and thrilling games.
Whether you’re a bingo enthusiast or just looking for a night out with friends, Drag Bingo: Night of the Living Drag guarantees a memorable experience. You won’t want to miss this.
The details:

Cost: $40* (includes cost of Bingo package)

Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023

Time: Doors open at 5pm. Game starts at 7pm.

Address: 1019 Clonsilla Ave, Peterborough, ON K9J 5Y2

Event features: Bingo, costume contest, live DJ and more!

Delta Bingo & Gaming in Peterborough is partnered with 52 local charities. Since 2005, over $17 million has been raised for our charitable partners through the Charitable Gaming program. When you play at Delta, local charities WIN!
*Plus applicable fees. All guests must be 18+ for entry and 19+ to be served alcohol. Guests must be able to present Government Issued Identification.

Celebrate the Music of The Tragically Hip with Road Apples
2023-10-28 19:30 - 20:00 | Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H2
Hailing from the very birthplace of the revered Canadian rock group they pay tribute to, Road Apples formed in Kingston, Ontario and has been performing the music of The Tragically Hip professionally since December 1992. Now in their fourth decade, the band has performed thousands of live concerts at theatres, arenas, music festivals and other venues from coast-to-coast across Canada.
The members of Road Apples pride themselves on delivering the music of The Tragically Hip to audiences respectfully and faithfully to the original recordings with no interpretations or gimmicks involved. With an extensive repertoire spanning The Hip’s entire discography, you will enjoy celebrating the music – and inevitabley your memories – of the musical group that is now woven into the very fabric of Canadian society. Road Apples: Canada’s original and most celebrated tribute to The Tragically Hip.

The Pirates of Penzance - In Concert
2023-10-28 19:30 - 22:30 | Lakefield United Church, 47 Regent St., Lakefield, K0L 2H0
Get ready to set sail on a musical adventure like no other as COSA Canada and the Lakefield United Church Choir proudly present Gilbert and Sullivan’s timeless operetta, “The Pirates of Penzance.”
Featuring Peterborough’s very own rising opera star, tenor Jacob Abrahamse, in the role of Frederic, and enchanting soprano Kathryn Rose Johnston as Mabel, this event promises to be a wonderful evening filled with music, laughter, and the warmth of the community. Adding to the magic, Dr. Darryl Edwards, Artistic Director of COSA Canada, will conduct this exceptional performance, leading the cast to a mesmerizing rendition of this classic operatic gem!
Join us after the performance for a “meet and greet” with the artists!

The Haunted House On Hunter Halloween Party
2023-10-28 20:00 | Chemong Lodge, 764 Hunter Street, Bridgenorth, Ontario, K0L1H0, Canada
Chemong Lodge & Providence Ptbo invite you to join us for The Haunted House on Hunter Halloween Party!
Get ready for chills & thrills on the dance floor because Providence’s own Mike Watt will be taking over the turntables as our devilish DJ du jour!
We’ll have a complimentary cocktail on arrival, simply eerie-sistible snacks will be provided AND we’ll have some great prizes for best dressed- so if you’ve got it, haunt it!
*This is a 19+ event

Pure Country 105's Halloween Dance Party
2023-10-28 20:00 - 2023-10-29 01:00 | Kawartha Downs, 1328 County Road 28, Fraserville, ON, K0L 1V0
Dance the night away at Kawartha Downs on Halloween Weekend!
Doors @ 8:00PM
Event 9:00PM-1:00AM
Admission price: $15 online or at the door
Food and drink will be available for purchase!
Costumes encouraged!
Cash prizes awarded to the top 3 costumes!
19+ event
SHUTTLE BUS OFFERED

19+ Halloween Dance
2023-10-28 20:00 - 2023-10-29 01:00 | Cordova Mines Recreation Association, 55 Alfred St E,, Havelock, Ontario, K0L 1Z0, Canada
Get your best costumes ready ghouls and goblins and join us at this age majority event! Tickets $10
Costume Contest
50/50 Draw
Dancing all night long

Immersive Nature Outing - Transformation
2023-10-29 10:00 - 13:00 | KLT’s Jeffrey-Cowan Forest Preserve, 81 Fire Route 10, North Kawartha, Ontario, Canada
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 sharpen your observational skills, strengthen your sense of connection to other beings and their habitats, and experience the ordinary magic of sense perceptions.
Each session is three hours in length, with the option for you to stay on the property longer to explore and enjoy the land. If you attend more than one session, you will be introduced to additional practices and techniques.
Feel the shift into winter’s quietude and look for signs of recovery in a forest that was heavily impacted by the May 2022 derecho (intense windstorm).
Reserve your spot here!
