Events

Indigenous-focused performing arts festival highlighting diverse cultural works.

Local farmers' market taking place each Saturday year-round. Vendors offer fresh produce, baked goods, and artisanal items.

Community market featuring regional produce, meats, and crafts.

Takes place indoors at the Peterborough Square during the winter months, and outside at the Quaker Foods City Square in the summer.

Join the Art Gallery of Peterborough for a talk with exhibiting artist, Laurie De Camillis, to discuss the exhibition, Four Seasons. 

Laurie De Camillis is an oil painter who lives and works in Toronto, Ontario. A founding member of the Canadian Art Collective, she has exhibited broadly in Canada and internationally in both group and solo exhibitions.

This event is free to attend and open to the public.
All are welcome.

Canada's longest-running, free-admission summer concert series, showcasing Canadian and international artists.

This season kicks off with Serena Ryder, the Juno Award winning artist grew up just down the road in Millbrook and went to high school in Peterborough.

Opening night takes place on June 28.

Summer 2025 schedule to be updated here as it is announced.

Celebration of Canada's diversity with cultural performances, food, and activities.

Festivities start outside of City Hall, 500 George St. N., at 10 a.m. The parade and decorated bike contest will depart at around 11 a.m., travelling down George Street to Millennium Park, where the fun continues! 

Enjoy an afternoon of free, family-friendly fun by the river (runs from noon to 6 p.m.):

• Main Stage: Music and dance

• Family Activity Zone: Crafts, face painting, games, storytelling

• Cultural Marketplace: Artisan vendors 

• Food and Beverage Vendors: Variety of food and drink 

• Community Tents: Local non-profits and cultural groups