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Build Your Bucket List in Peterborough & the Kawarthas Build Your Bucket List in Peterborough & the Kawarthas
Thinking about travelling to Peterborough & the Kawarthas but not sure how to start planning your trip? Here is a look-book of the bucket-list worthy, locally recommended must-do experiences, snapshot opportunities and memory-making moments that await you in Peterborough & the Kawarthas.
Summertime Family Favourites
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Art Gallery of Peterborough Get Inspired!Art Gallery of Peterborough
Peterborough, Ontario
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Canada’s Dinosaur Park Canada’s Dinosaur Park
Indian River, Ontario
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Lang Pioneer Village Museum Lang Pioneer Village Museum
Keene, Ontario
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Liftlock Paddle Co Gotta Try This!Liftlock Paddle Co
Peterborough, Ontario
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Peterborough Museum & Archives Great for families!Peterborough Museum & Archives
P.O. Box: 143
Peterborough, Ontario
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Riverview Park & Zoo Gotta Try This!Riverview Park & Zoo
Peterborough, Ontario
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10 Signature Paddling Routes 10 Signature Paddling Routes
Dip your paddle deep into time. Travel along the routes of the voyageurs in a canoe crafted by hand, the vessel that was created by Indigenous peoples. The vessel that helped create the nation we call Canada. That we’ve honoured with its own museum.
Build Sandcastles and Splash The Day Away at these Beaches
County of Peterborough
Mill Pond in Norwood
The Mill Pond in Norwood (4340 Highway 7, Norwood) is a quaint and quiet little swimming spot where you can relax for the afternoon or a few hours. Be sure to take a moment to explore in the butterfly garden close by.
Top Festivals & Events

Ladies Night Out in Lakefield
November 30 at 5:00 pm—$5
The merchants of downtown Lakefield are excited to announce the return of Ladies Night Out in Lakefield, this November. Held on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the month of November we…
Lakefield, ON K0L 2H0

Live Music at Rolling Grape
November 30 at 5:30 pm
Come out to Rolling Grape Vineyard Thursday evenings and Sunday to enjoy live music! Schedule EMILY BURGESS SUNDAY NOVEMBER 26th | 2:00pm – 5:00pm | TYLER COCHRANE THURSDAY NOVEMBER 30th…
Bailieboro, Ontario K0L 1B0 Canada

Darts at Haven Brewing
November 30 at 6:30 pm—Free
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.
Peterborough, K9J6X1 Canada

Peterborough Petes vs Flint Firebirds
November 30 at 7:00 pm—Prices start at $15
Come out and see a great hockey game! Watch the Peterborough Petes play against the Flint Firebirds.
Peterborough, Canada
More to See & Do in the Summer
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Peterborough Musicfest: Let’s Make a Day of it! Peterborough Musicfest: Let’s Make a Day of it!
Plan a perfect overnight getaway this summer with this jam-packed 24-hour itinerary.
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Top 10 Summer Experiences Top 10 Summer Experiences
1. Patio Season The favourite expression for describing our summer patio obsession is “al fresco” simply meaning “in the fresh” – Peterborough & the Kawarthas offers just that – dining…
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48 Hours in Peterborough & the Kawarthas 48 Hours in Peterborough & the Kawarthas
Spend 48 hours indulging in an authentic taste of arts, culture, and local cuisine in Peterborough & the Kawarthas.
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Sip, Savour & Shop Local – 72 hours in Peterborough & the Kawarthas Sip, Savour & Shop Local – 72 hours in Peterborough & the Kawarthas
Blend that with the area’s long, storied history of brewing connected to Canada’s Treasured Waterway with today’s growing number craft beverage makers and you have the perfect pairing for a mouthwatering experience. Take a piece of Peterborough & the Kawarthas home with you.