Peterborough Becomes a Winter Wonderland For Snofest On Family Day Weekend

Four fun-filled days of winter-themed activities are hitting Peterborough for this year’s Snofest starting Feb. 16.

Photo courtesy of the City of Peterborough.

Snofest runs until Feb. 19. The full Snofest schedule of free activities is online at peterborough.ca/snofest.

“On behalf of Peterborough City Council, I am pleased to invite you to participate in the Snofest winter weekend carnival. With events and activities available to people of all ages and all stages of life, Snofest is a time for friends and families to get together and get outside for some winter fun,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “It is important that we all remain active and engaged with our community during the colder months and Snofest offers an opportunity to do so while also having a wonderful time.”  

Highlights of the schedule of events include a family swim night, the Snow Much Fun outdoor skating and snow play party at Quaker Foods City Square, the Mayor’s Pancake Breakfast presented in partnership with the East Peterborough Lions Club, a snowsuit story time provided by the Peterborough Public Library and the Peterborough Museum and Archives, a family skate on holiday Monday at Healthy Planet Arena and more.

Snofest Pete will be attending most events scheduled throughout the long weekend.

The Recreation and Parks Services Division, Peterborough Public Library, the Peterborough Museum & Archives and the Art Gallery of Peterborough will provide programming.

Participants are invited to bring their used batteries to the following events to be recycled to receive a free Snofest toque: Quaker Foods City Square skate event, Healthy Planet Arena skating event and Wellness Centre swim and pancake breakfast.

“The City of Peterborough is a leading municipal example for battery recycling and sustainability and has been a great partner since 2020,” said Joe Zenobio, Call2Recycle Canada president. “We are delighted to participate in Snofest and to support Peterborough’s community life and environmental initiatives. Together through our collective efforts we will continue to protect our environment and divert even more batteries from landfills.”

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There Is An Amazing Race For Youth Happening In Peterborough As Part Of Snofest

Join the fun on Saturday, January 21st, 2017 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. as teams will race to finish tasks at 10 different pit stops all located downtown in an Amazing Race that is part of Snofest activities.

Teams must visit each pit stop and perform a task before they will receive their next clue. The Top 3 teams to finish the race will win cash prizes.

Snofest file photo courtesy City of Peterborough

ALL THE IMPORTANT DETAILS ABOUT THE RACE

-> The race starts at 2 p.m. sharp from The LOFT, Downtown Youth Space room #15 at PACE@PCVS, 201 McDonnel Street.
-> Players must be between the ages of 13 to 19 to participate.
-> There is no registration fee.
-> Teams will consist of 2 players.
-> Yummy free pizza and hot chocolate will be provided at the LOFT, Downtown Youth Space at the end of race.
-> To register your team, email estewart@peterborough.ca or call 705.742.7777 x 1805 or text 705.927.7046.

All teams must pre-register. The registration deadline is Thursday, January 19th, 2017 at 4:30 pm.

Snofest file photo courtesy City of Peterborough

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Give Disc Golf A Try As Part Of SnoFest

If you've never given Disc Golf a try, now is your chance! Peterborough SnoFest is having a Hamilton Park Disc Golf Day on January 24th from noon until 3 p.m. It costs $5 and includes a hamburger or hot dog, plus a warm drink.

If you have discs, you can bring them but there will be discs supplied as well. The Hamilton Park Disc Golf is just off Bonaccord Street, right next to Jackson Park.

Learn more about the course at the Hamilton Park Disc Golf website.

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Stuff To Do In Peterborough This Weekend

Frosty glass at the King St. Parking Garage. Photo: Evan HoltFriday:

Harry Manx presents Folk Under the Clock at Showplace Performance Centre - 8 p.m. Tickets $37.50

Peterborough Theatre Guild presents Art - 8 p.m. Tickets $18, $16/seniors, $10/students

Saturday:

Heritage Week Final day of this event with activities taking place throughout the city.

The Art School of Peterborough hosts the 1st Annual Art-a-Thon - Noon to Midnight, $5

Snofest Family Skating at Evinrude Center - 1:15 to 2:45 p.m. - Free

Ron James at Showplace Performance Centre - 8 p.m. Tickets $54

Peterborough Green-Up Disco Fundraiser at Splice, 8 p.m. Tickets $25

Peterborough Theatre Guild presents Art - 8 p.m. Tickets $18, $16/seniors, $10/students

Sunday:

YMCA Half Marathon begins at 12:30 p.m. (123 Aylmer Street) More info here

Peterborough Theatre Guild presents Art - 2 p.m. Tickets $18, $16/seniors, $10/students

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Peterborough Snofest Winter Carnival Begins This Weekend!

Snofest gets underway this Saturday (January 8th) and runs through the 16th at various locations around the Patch. Opening ceremonies take place starting at 2 p.m. on Saturday at Lansdowne Place. Snofest has been an annual tradition providing entertainment and activities for the whole family for more than 30 years. Check out the Snowfest brochure for the event and location listings throughout the city during the carnival.  

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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