12 Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; August 25th to September 5th

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Photo by Luke Best

As September starts and we begin to say goodbye to summer it’s time to fit in the last few warm weather activities before autumn begins!

Whether camping, concerts, markets and festivals, there are lots of fun activities happening this Labour Day long weekend in the Peterborough area!

 

Party in the Boro at the Labour Jam Weekend

Labour Jam Weekend is a free concert that will feature an eclectic mix of genres from 11 well-known local bands including Lindsay Barr and Melissa Payne as headlining acts.

When: 2 - 9 p.m. on Friday and 3 - 9 p.m. on Saturday.

Where: PTBO Square courtyard, 340 George St N, Peterborough, ON K9H 7E8

 

Rock out to some tunes @ Jethro’s Bar + Stage

Jethro’s Bar + Stage is offering a variety of live music over the weekend.

When/Who: Thursday 6 - 8 p.m. vanCamp and Caitlin Currie
Thursday 9 p.m. - 12 a.m. The Union
Friday 6-8 p.m. Washboard Hank
Friday 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Petunia
Saturday 6 - 8 p.m. TBA
Saturday 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Diamond Dave and the Smoke Eaters

Where: 137 Hunter Street West, Peterborough, ON

 

Get to Douro-Dummer for the Douro-Doings

An annual event that takes place on the Labour Day weekend, featuring a baseball tournament, 10 km run, car show, children’s races, frog jumping contests, tug of war, a home-cooked meal and a chance to win a handmade quilt.

Where: Duro Ball Park, 205 Douro 2nd Line, Douro, ON K0L 1S0 & St. Joseph Parish Hall, 300 County Rd 8, Douro, ON K0L 2H0

When: Monday, 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

 

Dunk the Mayor for a good cause at the Y-Drive Dunk Tank!

Y Drive is hosting its first annual Dunk Tank event in support of the Y Drive Foundation.

The foundation was created in memory of Dani Sinacori who passed away in August. As a mother of 3 and teacher to many, her life was sports, teaching and family. The foundation will be geared towards school breakfast programs, youth sports and helping our neighbors when they need it.
Come out and dunk the likes of Diane Therrien, Adam Brown (Dr J's/Chemong Lodge), David Bui (PTBO Canada), Rob & Erica from Y Drive and Jessie Primeau from Bowes & Cocks.

When: Saturday, 3 p.m.

Where: Market Hall, 140 Charlotte St, Peterborough, ON K9J 2T8

 

Step back in time at the Hastings Medieval Festival

The premier event for sword fighting in Canada. The festival is located, quite appropriately for any history buff, just outside the village of Hastings at Blades of Glory. It is a 3-day festival that is open to all ages.

When: Saturday 11 a.m. – Monday 5 p.m.

Where: Blades of Glory, 100 Dunlay Road, Hastings, ON K0L 1Y0

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hastings-medieval-festival-2022-7th-annual-tickets-402621410477

 

Pick up some produce at the Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market

The festive year-round Farmers' Market in Downtown PTBO! Held outdoors in the PTBO Square courtyard on Saturdays from 8 a.m til 1 p.m.

When: Saturdays from 8 a.m - 1 p.m.

Where: PTBO Square courtyard, 340 George St N, Peterborough, ON K9H 7E8

 

Get down to Crooks Rapid Country Festival

Dust off that cowboy hat, grab your friends and get ready to send the summer off with a bang. Crooks Rapids Year 3 is here and we are thrilled to announce our full lineup of amazing country entertainers over 2 days of music and good times. Enjoy local food and craft vendors. Family friendly!

When: Friday, 12 p.m. – Saturday, 11:00 p.m.

Where: 9 Pickens Rd, Hastings, ON K0L 1Y0, Canada

Tickets: https://www.crooksrapidscountryfest.com/events/crooks-rapids-country-fest-2022

 

See a NASCAR at Delta Peterborough

Delta Peterborough will be hosting an outdoor Nascar meet and greet with record-setting driver and championship contender, Treyten Lapcevich!

Come out and enjoy a free BBQ, giveaways and photo-op with Treyten and his racecar.

Must be 18 years of age or older.

When: Friday, 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Where: 1019 Clonsilla Ave, Peterborough, ON K9J 5Y2

 

Get crafty at the Peterborough Farmers Market

A community farmers' market bringing you the best of our region! Hosted at Peterborough's Morrow Park building.

When: Saturday, 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Where: 136 Lansdowne St, Peterborough, ON K9J 1Y6

 

Stroll the city and see some art with the First Friday Art Crawl

First Friday PTBO is a monthly downtown art crawl that is family friendly and free.

When: 6 - 10 p.m. on the first Friday of each month.

Where: Various locations

 

Dance the night away at the First Friday art crawl after party

After you’ve seen the art come dance and enjoy music, art and performance at the Gordon best theatre.

When: Friday, 9:30 p.m until late!

Where: 216 Hunter St W, Peterborough, ON K9H 2L1

 

See James Higgins @ Crook & Coffer

James Higgins returns to the Crook & Coffer stage. Admission is free.

When: Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

Where: 231 Hunter St W, Peterborough, ON K9H 2L1

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