💼Weekend Full Of Music

Good morning, PTBO! The Boro’s buzzing this weekend - summer’s showing off and Peterborough’s got the goods. From sun soaked patios to park concerts and everything in between, it’s one of those “how do I clone myself to see it all?” kind of lineups. Grab your shades, clear your schedule, and dive in… this is peak PTBO living.

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🎸 Kim Mitchell Closes Out Musicfest

Canadian rock legend Kim Mitchell is back in Peterborough to shut down the 2025 Musicfest season at Del Crary Park. From his Max Webster days to solo hits like Go For A Soda and Patio Lanterns, he’s got the kind of songs that turn a summer night into a singalong. This is his fifth time hitting the Musicfest stage and if the past shows are anything to go by, the park’s gonna be packed and rocking. Best part? It’s free — just bring a lawn chair, grab a spot and soak up one last summer night of live music.

Peterborough’s playground scene is about to get a big glow up thanks to the Rotary Club and Riverview Park & Zoo. They’ve kicked off Project ROAR, a $1.5 million push to build an all abilities playground with wide stroller and wheelchair friendly paths, smooth surfaces, shady hangouts and plenty of space for everyone to join the fun. Rotary’s even matching donations up to $125k this year so every dollar roars a little louder. It’s the zoo’s biggest playtime upgrade since the surprise two alligators showed up in 1933, and now’s your chance to help make it happen.

Friday, Aug 15
The city warms up fast with two killer kick-off shows:

Saturday, Aug 16 — Nicholls Oval Park (Free entry, donations encouraged)
Music all day, three stages, kids running around hopped up on lemonade, food trucks sending out irresistible smells, and enough artisan booths to drain your tap-to-pay.

Sunday, Aug 17 — Nicholls Oval Park
One last hurrah before Monday ruins everything. More free tunes, more food, and more proof Peterborough knows how to summer.

🛠️ Chemong Home Hardware Turns 20:Chemong Home Hardware is throwing a big 20th birthday bash on Sat Aug 16 from 10 to 4 at 1699 Chemong Rd and you’re invited. There’s gonna be vendor booths, a 40-foot inflatable obstacle course, bbq lunch from East Peterborough Lions, Central Smith ice cream, and Pepper the Clown from 11 to 1. Special guest Mark from Them Roof Boys will be there showing off his roofing tricks and handing out swag. Plus over $5,000 in prizes to win and a 3-day anniversary sale running Aug 15–17.

🚀 Young Entrepreneurs Graduate Summer Company:While most teens are figuring out what they wanna do, six local students have already launched their own businesses thanks to the Summer Company program from Community Futures Peterborough. From swim lessons to farm help, these young entrepreneurs spent the summer learning the ropes, building networks, and putting their ideas to work — with a little grant money and a lot of hustle. Looks like the future’s in good hands.

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🎶 Friday Folk Fest Kick-Off: Two ways to start your weekend right — Sadleir House is throwing down with Nixon Boyd, VANCAMP, and I, The Mountain 8:30 PM Sadlier house — while The Pig’s Ear brings the chaos with B.A. Johnston and The StavelEy Project. Pick your vibe and dive in. 8:30 PM Pigs Ear ($)

🥍 Women’s Major Series Lacrosse: Three days of fast, fierce, and fearless play as the best women’s box lacrosse teams in Ontario battle it out. Peterborough’s got the championship stage this year, so expect the city to be buzzing as the action heats up. All weekend ($)

🚣 Voyageur Canoe Tour: Paddle back in time with The Canadian Canoe Museum’s Friday morning voyageur canoe tours on Little Lake. Climb into a 36′ or 26′ canoe, join the crew, and see what’s beyond the docks — no Olympic speed required, just a willingness to dip your paddle in. All ages and skill levels welcome. 10:30 Canoe Museum($)

🎤 Karaoke Night Party: Turn the tap up and the tunes louder as you belt out your favourites and cheer on the brave souls who grab the mic all night long 8 PM Springville Tap n Grill

🎶 Saturday at Folk Fest: Nicholls Oval Park is going full tilt with music from morning till night, three stages pumping, food and drinks flowing, and enough artisan stalls to keep you wandering for hours. Kids’ village, good vibes, and a dance floor under the stars — then roll straight into the late-night chaos at Jethro’s or The Pig’s Ear. All day

🎸 Kim Mitchell Closes Out Musicfest: Canadian rock legend Kim Mitchell is back to wrap up Musicfest with a free show at Del Crary Park. Expect the classics, the guitar solos, and all the summer night energy you can handle — the perfect send off for the season. 8 PM Del Crary Park

🐴 Ontario Sires Stakes Night: Live racing, fancy hats, and that King’s Plate vibe — it’s all happening Saturday night. Round up your crew, dress to impress, and get ready for a trackside evening full of energy and excitement. 6 PM Kawartha Downs

🧘‍♀️ Yoga at the Park: Start your Saturday with fresh air and a good stretch in the heart of downtown. Bring your mat, sip in the sunshine, and flow with local instructors while the Farmers’ Market buzzes around you. All levels welcome — just show up and breathe.
10 AM Quaker Foods City Square

🍔 Bargains & BBQ: Hunt for treasures, chow down on a BBQ lunch, and feel good knowing it’s all for a great cause. The grill will be sizzling, the deals will be hot, and the vibes will be even hotter. 10 AM St. Joseph’s at Fleming

🌽 Cornhole Fundraiser: Toss some bags, sip a cold one, and help kick Crohn’s and Colitis to the curb. Live tunes all afternoon, a silent auction full of goodies, and plenty of patio vibes. 1 PM 100 Acre Brewing ($)

🏁 Double Toonie Night: Race night for the price of a coffee — plus all the revs, rubber, and roaring you can handle. Mini stocks, trucks, super stocks, late models, OMRS, and plenty of fan love in between. 5 PM Peterborough Speedway ($)

💪 Pound & Pour at 100 Acre: Get your sweat on with a high-energy workout mixing cardio, conditioning, and yoga-Pilates moves — no matter your fitness level. Then chill out with a cold pint or a zero-proof drink and swap stories with some awesome folks. Don’t forget your yoga mat. 11:30 AM 100 Acre Brewing ($)

🧘 Sunday Pilates at Rolling Grape: Sunday mornings are looking good — Pilates is back at Rolling Grape Vineyard with Move Well with Mel leading the flow. It’s free, all levels welcome, and blends Pilates, yoga, and functional movement to get you feeling strong and mobile. Bring your mat, stay for tacos, wood-fired pizza, and wine on the patio after. 10 AM Rolling grape ($)

🎶 Sunday at Folk Fest: Day two keeps the party rolling with parades, markets, and a stacked music lineup that’ll take you from kids’ singalongs to foot-stomping folk anthems. Come hungry, leave happy, and make the most of the festival’s final day.11 AM Nicholls Oval Park

🎤Karaoke + Open Mic: Your moment in the spotlight is calling so grab a drink grab the mic and give the crowd something to talk about 8 PM McThirstys

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Lizeh Basciano | Black Horse | 5 PM
Gunslingers| Holiday Inn Gazebo | 6 PM
Cam Fraser | Crook & Coffer | 7:30 PM
Dan Hick, Lucy Ferrill | Jethros | 8 PM
Dave Tough & The Scholars | Black Horse | 9 PM
Jacob Henley | McThirstys | 9 PM
Allura with Jeanne Truax | Jethros | 10 PM

Sean Hully | Crook & Coffer | 2: 30 PM
Al Black & The Steady Ban | The Social | 1 PM
Brennan Sloan | Black Horse | 5 PM
Darryl Odderbreaux| Crook & Coffer | 7:30
Brian Black | Puck N Pint | 8 PM
The Silver Hearts | Pigs Ear | 8 PM
Ryan Naismith, Chris Gostling| Jethros | 8 PM
Kim Mitchell | Music Fest | 8 PM
Julian Fuego & The Black Japanthers | Black Horse | 9 PM
Cale Crowe | McThirstys | 9 PM
Jet Airliners w Jeanne Truax | Jethros | 10 PM

Mike Tremblett | Rolling Grape | 2 PM
Bob Butcher | Black Horse | 4 PM

You stay classy Peterborough, and thank you again for reading!

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