8 Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; Dec. 2 - 4

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‘Tis the season!

Whether you’re looking for a cozy family fun or a night out on the big stage, there are a number of events in Peterborough City and County this weekend.

 

Cheer on your Peterborough Petes against the North Bay Battalion

The Peterborough Petes are taking on the North Bay Battalion during Hockey for All night at the PMC this Saturday.

Tickets: Available online here.

When: Sat., Dec. 3. 7:05 p.m.

Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St., Peterborough, ON.

 

Come see the ‘The Little Prince’ on the Peterborough Theatre Guild stage!

‘The Little Prince’ adapted by Rick Cummins and John Scoullar is coming to the Peterborough Theatre Guild!

After an aviator descends from the sky to find himself in the middle of the Sahara Desert he meets the Little Prince, a young hero on an extraordinary adventure. The story depicts Little Prince on his journey as he meets many fascinating characters who help him learn the magic in a sunset and how to follow your heart.

Masking is encouraged at all performances.

Tickets: $10 and are available here.

When: Fri., Dec. 2, 7 p.m. & Sat. and Sun. Dec. 3, Dec. 4, 1 p.m.

Where: Peterborough Theatre Guild, 364 Roger St. Peterborough, ON.

 

Get into the Christmas spirit at Charlea’s Riverside Gardens!

Celebrate the holidays at Charlea’s! There will be Christmas workshops, Christmas trees for sale, a makers market, food trucks and beverages, live music and more.

Food competitions will take place every Saturday, and Santa visits are every Sunday.

When: Sat. and Sun. Dec. 3, Dec. 4, 11 a.m.

Where: Charlea’s Riverside Gardens, 4115 County Rd. 32, Douro, ON.

 

Enjoy the CATS Musical performance at the Peterborough Memorial Centre

The record-breaking musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber, which has captivated audiences in over 30 countries and 15 languages, is now on tour across North America.

Winner of seven Tony Awards, CATS tells the story of one magical night when tribe of cats gathers for an annual ball to rejoice and decide which cat will be reborn. Audiences and critics alike are rediscovering this beloved musical with breathtaking music, including one of the most treasured songs in musical theatre; ‘Memory’.

Tickets: Available online here.

When: Fri. Dec. 2, 8 p.m.

Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St., Peterborough, ON.

 

Join the Christmas festivities at the 47th Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade!

After two years off due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 47th Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade returns to Peterborough on Dec. 3.

The theme will be ‘Christmas Around the World.’ The parade will begin at 4:45 p.m. at Peterborough City Hall, making its way down George Street and ending on Prince Street.

When: Sat., Dec. 3, 4:45 p.m.

Where: Peterborough City Hall, 500 George St. N Peterborough, ON.

 

Enjoy a sensory-friendly Santa experience at the Lansdowne Place Mall!

Autism Speaks is partnering with Cherry Hill Programs again this holiday season to provide sensory-friendly Santa Experiences for families across the country!

Santa welcomes children of all ages and abilities. All families with children with autism and other special needs can enjoy the time-honored tradition of a visit with Santa, in a more subdued and calm environment.

Sensory-friendly Santa events are free and keepsake photo packages will be available for purchase.

Tickets: Reserve your spot here.

When: Sun., Dec. 4, 8:30 a.m.

Where: Lansdowne Place Mall, 645 Lansdowne St. W Peterborough, ON.

 

Experience Christmas by Candlelight at Lang Pioneer Village

Learn about early Christmas traditions and how they changed with the progression of time during Christmas by Candlelight!

Enjoy wagon rides, village carolers, reindeer games for kids, tasty treats and more!

When: Sat. and Sun. Dec. 3, Dec. 4, 4 p.m.

Where: Lang Pioneer Village, 104 Lange Rd. Keene, ON.

 

Have brunch with Santa and Kitchen Farmacy at Farmhill’s ‘Naughty or Nice Santa Brunch’

The event is back for the third year in a row at the Farmhill venue in Keene, in partnership with multiple local businesses.

Start the morning off with a moment with Santa Claus (Santa Brian), captured by Wild Lace Photography, then head in for a buffet-style, farm-to-table country brunch from Kitchen Farmacy.

Afterwards, enjoy a stroll around the farm or join in on a guided alpaca tour and take part in a mess-free kids’ Christmas craft.

Tickets: Available online here.

When: Sun. Dec. 4, 9 a.m.

Where: Farmhill Weddings + Events, 2709 Dillon Rd. Peterborough, ON.