Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; March 10 - 12
/Here are things to do in Peterborough City and County from March 10 to 12!
Tyler Cochrane Performing at the Black Horse Pub!
Tyler Cochrane is bringing his ‘outlaw country’ to the Black Horse Pub. If you miss him Fridya, you can catch him at the Rolling Grape Vineyard on Sundya from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
When: Friday, Mar. 10, 10 p.m.
Where: Black Horse Pub
Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour at the Peterborough Memorial Centre
Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour, will again bring the vivacious, energetic, and educational antics of global sensation Blippi to stages across North America, with a stop in Peterborough on March 10 at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.
So, come on! Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special. Will there be monster trucks, excavators, and garbage trucks galore? You bet! So get ready to shake those wiggles out and OJ Twist your way through this brand-new musical party!
For Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour, the character Blippi will be played by professional stage performers selected specifically for the stage show.
When: Friday Mar. 10, 5 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre
Tickets: Tickets are available online.
Family Movie Night at the Peterborough Public Library Featuring Babe
Friday nights just got a lot more fun! Stop by the Library for a family-friendly movie – they'll supply the popcorn, while supplies last.
March 10: Babe (G) - Interactive Movie Experience
A little pig with big dreams teaches himself to be a sheepdog in this marvelous fantasy based on Dick King-Smith's children's novel "The Sheep-Pig." Special for March Break: don't just watch this classic movie – be a part of it with our fun, interactive prompts and activities. (1995 94 min)
In the FOL Community Room
When: Mar. 10, 5 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Public Library
Erben Presents: Tripsonix/Highteens/Tapes in Motion
TRIPSONIX & TAPES IN MOTION with a new group out of Toronto called HIGHTEENS.
It will be an unforgettable night of Rock/Alternative Rock and lots of chart-topping original tunes.
When: Friday, Mar. 10, 9 p.m.
Where: Erben
Tickets: $10 at the door
Canvas Combat With Jason Wilkins
The Peterborough Arts Collective presents their first big event outside of the Jason Wilkins Factory: ‘Canvas Combat’ at Farmhill Weddings and Events March 11.
10 artists will be going head-to-head in three 30 minute rounds of live painting, and all pieces created during the event will be available during an auction post-battle. 100 per cent of the proceeds will go to the artists.
Tickets are $75 each (available online here) which includes a drink at the bar (or non-alcoholic beverage), personal charcuterie board (or vegan & vegetarian option) and travel to and from the venue by Pascal Bus Co., leaving from 188 Hunter St W. at 6:15 p.m.
If you’re interested in battling or showing your work at Canvas Combat, email: Nick@wilkinsartandcreative.com
When: Saturday, Mar. 11, 7 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Where: Farmhill Weddings and Events
The AC/DC Show Canada
Take a ride on the rock ’n’ roll train through AC/DC’s incredible history of hits with the AC/DC Show – Canada at Showplace Performance Centre.
You’ll hear hits from both eras, Brian Johnson and (the late) Bon Scott as lead vocalist. The show is an authentic audio/visual recreation of the legendary Australian band. With the stacks of Marshall amplifiers and the grit of the mighty Gibson SG lead guitar, this musical tone is sure to capture your attention from the opening notes. Performed by some of the most accomplished and passionate musicians, the featured performers take their roles to new heights.
When: Saturday, Mar. 11, 8 p.m.
Where: Showplace Performance Centre
Tickets: All seats are $55 and tickets can be purchased here.
Peterborough Seedy Sunday at Peterborough Square
Peterborough Seedy Sunday is the perfect place to get inspired for spring. Come out to get all the knowledge, tools and resources needed to get growing this season including:
Incredible diversity of vegetables, flowers, herb seeds available for sale
Community Groups showcasing the great work they do locally
Informative hands-on workshops
Popular Seed Exchange Area where you can trade seeds with other gardeners