Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; June 16 - 18
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Here are some things to do in Peterborough City and County this weekend from June 16 - 18!
Kawartha Downs and Impact Motor Sports Kawartha Smackdown Demo Derby
Together with Kawartha Downs Events we will bring an action-packed show which includes, figure 8 racing, stock trucks, windshield compacts and two man teams full-size V8. Watch as these stock, from the factory, compact cars smash and crash into each other until the final car is crowned the winner. The stock trucks put on a show seeing them bend and twist to look like bananas!
The two-man team V8 cars will manoeuvre and jockey for position to come out on top and take home the championship. Figure 8 racing will thrill you with their daring dash through the centre to complete their laps in record time!
There are activities for all ages, power wheels competition for kids 4-9, a pit party to meet the drivers and live music to entertain the audience.
We look forward to welcoming you back to Kawartha Downs Events for the Kawartha Smackdown.
When: June 17, noon - 5 p.m.
Where: Kawartha Downs
Tickets: $12.60 - $30.50
Live Harness Racing at Kawartha Downs
See horses and drivers in the sulkies race around a five-eighths mile track at Kawartha Downs. Bet on your favourite horses and enjoy the dining experience while you see the horses circle the track.
When: June 17, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Where: Kawartha Downs
Tickets: Free
Live Music at Kawartha Downs
Stick around Kawartha downs as live music is happening right after the Kawartha Smackdown Demolition Derby.
When: June 17, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Where: Kawartha Downs
Tickets: Free
26th Annual Father’s Day Smoke & Steam Show At Lang Pioneer Village
Enjoy the Kawarthas’ original tractor show featuring power equipment displays, tractor games, vintage farm trucks, tractor and wagon rides, a tractor parade through the Village and more.
When: June 18, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre
Tickets: Free for children five and under, $7 children, $10 students and seniors and $15 for adults, $40 family pass (two adults and up to four children and youth)
Monster Spectacular at the Peterborough Memorial Centre
Monster Spectacular, Canada’s sports and entertainment spectacle - mixing the thrills and spills of motorsports, showmanship and the ultimate fan experience into incredible, action-packed live shows roars into the Peterborough Memorial Centre on June 18th, 2023.
Excited in anticipation of sold-out shows across the country, fans will get the opportunity to see some of the biggest, baddest monster trucks on the circuit. The adrenaline will be pumping as the drivers compete in high octane side-by-side racing, freestyle competitions and unique driver skill contests.
Monster Spectacular electrifies fans with breathtaking stunts and the awesome power of the world’s most popular monster trucks, including Overkill Evolution, Black Stallion and more!
Joining this year’s lineup of monster trucks will also be fast, family-friendly events such as lawnmower races. Plus the heart-pumping excitement of a Motocross backflip.
When: June 18, 2:30 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre
Tickets: $36.30 for children (12 and under) and $44.30 for adults
Peterborough Police Community Open House
The Peterborough Police Service is hosting a Community Open House at their headquarters.
Visitors can tour the station, watch demonstrations from various units including K9, ERT (rappel team), RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System) and see many of the police vehicles.
The Emergency Command Centre can teacher residents about policing as a career and enjoy ‘Coffee with a Cop.’
GreenUP Peterborough will be in attendance to teach about bike safety.
Station tours will run at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Parking will be available in the back lot.
When: June 17, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Police Station
Tickets: Free
Peterborough Farmers Market
Buy directly from the farmer who grew it, raised it, harvested, or foraged it! Sixty percent of our vendors are primary producers who have gone through a third party inspection process to verify they grow 100% of what they sell. The remaining forty percent include bakers, prepared food vendors, artists and community groups.
Enjoy a festive market atmosphere with Peterborough’s finest prepared food vendors, artisans and musicians.
Come find us every Saturday to find local produce, delicious takeaway meals and goodies, and artisan wares. We look forward to seeing you there!
When: June 17, 7 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Where: Morrow Park
Pick Up Some Produce at The Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market
We invite you to listen to the sounds of our local musicians while visiting our 100+ vendor outdoor market May 1 to October 31, rain or shine in the Morrow Building parking lot. From November 1 to April 30, we are located inside the Morrow Building just south of the parking lot.
The establishment of a central market area for individual trade or sales has been a feature of societies all over the world for centuries. This trade has taken place in Peterborough for the past 190 years. This efficient method of commerce (ie. producer, direct to consumer) has gained much interest in recent years as small businesses have grown. We at the Peterborough Farmers’ Market are proud to be part of this popular phenomenon.
As producers of local food and crafts, we stress freshness, quality and value as we deal each and every week with our market patrons. Come and enjoy this traditional shopping experience.
When: June 17, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Quaker Foods City Square
30 Craft Market at the Peterborough Public Library
