Top Things to Do in Peterborough This February

Whether you're a local looking for the freshest fun or a visitor exploring the city's charm, there's something exciting to do every month.

Each month, we pull together this list of highlights focused on cultural highlights, seasonal activities, and events. You can use this list to make some incredible memories of your time in Peterborough.

With Family Day, Valentine's Day, and an opportunity to embrace the magic of the winter season, February is a great time to explore. Here are some things to mark on your calendars and must-do lists.

Singles Night: Sam Roberts Band

Celebrate the chart-topping singles from the Sam Roberts Band, consistently surpassing expectations with their music. The double-platinum-selling Canadian band is known for their radio hits since their debut album We Were Born In A Flame, which included hit singles "Brother Down", "Don't Walk Away Eileen", "Hard Road" and "Where Have All The Good People Gone?".

When: Thursday, February 5 at 8 p.m.

Where: Showplace Performance Centre, 270 George Street North

Tickets are available through Showplace Performance Centre

Quality Time with Your Valentine

This year Valentine’s Day is on a Saturday night – which means it’s a perfect evening to enjoy a night on the town with your special someone. A few downtown restaurants (Amandala’s, Capra Toro, Boardwalk Board Game Lounge, and Love You Mean It, to name a few) are running special Valentine’s Day menus.

Looking to add a little entertainment to the evening? The Canadian Canoe Museum is welcoming Miss Emily to the stage as part of their Music in the Museum Series. Or you can head over to Market Hall for the annual Cirquelesque performance.

Looking for romantic reservations? Head on over to our Eat and Drink page to find a dining experience that is perfect for you.

Reframe Film Festival

The in-person event gets started in January, and carries through to Sunday, February 1. The virtual event (which pairs perfectly with local takeout and pals) runs through February 3 – 8. ReFrame is a widely celebrated event in the Nogojiwanong / Peterborough arts and culture community. With a focus on social justice, human rights, and environmental responsibility, ReFrame strives to foster meaningful connections between audiences, filmmakers and artists, community partners, and neighbours.

When: Friday, January 30 to Sunday, February 1 (in-person); Tuesday, February 3 to Sunday February 8 (virtual)

Where: Downtown Nogojiwanong/Peterborough at Showplace and Market Hall

Get your passes (in-person, hybrid and virtual available!) for the Reframe Film Festival.

Make Your Winter a Wild One

Take some time to have a breath of fresh air, see what the wildlife are up to this time of year, and perhaps even hand feed a chickadee on trails and parks throughout the City.

Where: Trent University Wildlife Sanctuary Trails, Jackson Park, Rotary Greenaway Trail (and others)

Learn more on the Nature and Outdoors Page

Family Day Ski Extravaganza with Peterborough Nordic Club

Round out the Family Day weekend with your loved ones at Peterborough Nordic Club, which operates all winter long at Lift Lock Golf & Country Club. The clubhouse will be open for food and beverages including the bar. Free day passes and rentals available all day for both skate and classic.

When: Monday, February 16 from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Where: 2320 Ashburnham Drive, Peterborough

Learn more about other events happening in Peterborough.

Peterborough Snofest

For Family Day weekend, the Peterborough community comes together to celebrate. In town for the weekend? You won’t want to miss Saturday (Feb 14) as Quaker Foods City Square is transformed into Snofest Square featuring cozy fire pits and seating, skating, and opportunities to get active with Snoga (snow yoga) with Summer Soul Yoga & Wellness from 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m., or Salsa Dancing session with T-Elle Boutique from 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

When: Friday, February 13 – Monday, February 16

Where: Various locations throughout the City of Peterborough

See the Snofest website for all event details

Highly Likely Festival

Once again, Take Cover Books is teaming up with Miracle Territory creating four days that offer up a beautiful blend of music and literature. Each night will feature music and literature in concert. Plus, a special sound art installation by Garrett Gilbart will be exhibited from February 10 to March 1.

 Individual show tickets are $30 and festival passes are $100.

When: Thursday, February 26 to Sunday March 1

Where: Take Cover Books, 59 Hunter Street East

See the performance line-up and purchase tickets for the Highly Likely Festival

Brand New Stages Festival

New Stages is bringing seven plays, more than 40 artists to two downtown venues (Market Hall Performing Arts Centre and The Theatre on King -TTOK).

Buy a festival ticket bundle to see all the shows, or purchase tickets for individual shows

• The Cull – Thursday, February 26 at 7 p.m. at Market Hall

A timely drama by Michele Riml and Michael St. John Smith, unfolds at a dinner party in the B.C. mountains where wildfires burn and a wolf cull is underway

• Munsch Goes Wild – Sunday, March 1 at 10:30 a.m. at Market Hall

Bring the kids, bring the grandkids! Featuring four of Robert Munsch’s most beloved tales, told in the most creative ways. Adapted and performed by M. John Kennedy, directed by Dahlia Katz.

• 12 Dinners – Sunday, March 1 at 7 p.m. at Market Hall

Don’t miss this acclaimed semi-autobiographical play about 12 dinners Canadian playwright Steve Ross shares with his parents during an eventful time in their lives.

• Staged Reading of “I Started Collecting Teacups After My Grandma Died” and “Are We Sleeping” – Tuesday, February 24 at 7 p.m. at The Theatre on King
• StorySLAM with Meg Murphy – Wednesday, February 25 at 8 p.m. at The Theatre on King
• Staged Reading of “Kennel” – Friday, February 27 at 7 p.m. at The Theatre on King
• Staged Reading of “Picture Day” – Saturday, February 28 at 7 p.m. at The Theatre on King

When: February 24 – March 1, 2025

Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte Street; The Theatre on King (TTOK) 171 King Street, Peterborough

Learn more and buy your tickets