Weekly Events
Thursday Night Cruise Night - Every Thursday in the summer from 5 p.m. to dusk. Classic cars, great music, and a chance at a 50/50 jackpot! Don't forget to check out the inside of the barn for some excellent shopping, and grab an ice cream cone from Kawartha Dairy.
14 locals recommend
CraftWorks and Antiques At The Barn
124 Lindsay RdThursday Night Cruise Night - Every Thursday in the summer from 5 p.m. to dusk. Classic cars, great music, and a chance at a 50/50 jackpot! Don't forget to check out the inside of the barn for some excellent shopping, and grab an ice cream cone from Kawartha Dairy.
Free weekly concerts, every Wednesday and Saturday (July and August only). Bring a lawnchair, or rent one there for $5. Check listings on their website.
34 locals recommend
Peterborough SUP
247 George St NFree weekly concerts, every Wednesday and Saturday (July and August only). Bring a lawnchair, or rent one there for $5. Check listings on their website.
Every Saturday on Lansdowne St. and Wednesday's on Charlotte St.
24 locals recommend
Peterborough Farmers' Market
136 Lansdowne StEvery Saturday on Lansdowne St. and Wednesday's on Charlotte St.
Food scene
The Night Kitchen
168 Hunter St WThe best pizza!
The Imperial Tandoor
554 Lansdowne St WAmazing Indian food!
Mediterranean food prepared and served by a Syrian family. I recommend the Aleppo Platter!
OMG (Oasis Mediterranean Grill)
460 George Street NorthMediterranean food prepared and served by a Syrian family. I recommend the Aleppo Platter!
Entertainment
Outdoor theatre - a unique experience. You'll need to check for availability in advance.
13 locals recommend
4th Line Theater
9 Tupper StOutdoor theatre - a unique experience. You'll need to check for availability in advance.
A free zoo with a variety of animals, and train tour. The train has a nominal cost. There is also a playground and water park.
105 locals recommend
Riverview Park and Zoo
1300 Water StA free zoo with a variety of animals, and train tour. The train has a nominal cost. There is also a playground and water park.
Lindsay Twin Drive-In Theatre
229 Pigeon Lake RdA fun way to see a couple of movies!
Liftlock & the Riverboat Crisis
92 George St NA great way to see the river.
Watch the Peterborough Petes, or catch a show! This venue offers great views from every seat, and makes you feel part of the action.
11 locals recommend
Peterborough Memorial Centre
151 Lansdowne StWatch the Peterborough Petes, or catch a show! This venue offers great views from every seat, and makes you feel part of the action.
A fun and different type of museum. Easy to do in an afternoon.
102 locals recommend
The Canadian Canoe Museum
910 Monaghan RdA fun and different type of museum. Easy to do in an afternoon.
Take a step back in time to learn about the history of the area. There are several special events throughout the year such as Hallowe'en, Christmas, and a summer Classic Car show.
49 locals recommend
Lang Pioneer Village
104 Lang RdTake a step back in time to learn about the history of the area. There are several special events throughout the year such as Hallowe'en, Christmas, and a summer Classic Car show.
Heron Landing Golf Club
2361 Lansdowne St WNearby driving range and golf course.
Sightseeing
Part of the Trans-Canada Trail, this bridge offers a spectacular view. Especially stunning in the fall!
Doube's trestle bridge
Trans-Canada TrailPart of the Trans-Canada Trail, this bridge offers a spectacular view. Especially stunning in the fall!
Trail systems great for hiking, biking and dog walking, right in the heart of Peterborough.
34 locals recommend
Jackson Park
610 Parkhill Rd WTrail systems great for hiking, biking and dog walking, right in the heart of Peterborough.
Conservation area in Lindsay. Includes different trail systems, a beach, and a large dog park.
31 locals recommend
Ken Reid Conservation Area
277 Kenrei RdConservation area in Lindsay. Includes different trail systems, a beach, and a large dog park.
Shopping
If you need a mall, this is your best bet in the area. Includes typical mall stores.
35 locals recommend
Lansdowne Place Mall
645 Lansdowne St WIf you need a mall, this is your best bet in the area. Includes typical mall stores.
Metro
1154 Chemong RdBest groceries in the area; fresh produce, good selection, friendly staff.
Post-secondary education
Whether you are dropping your child off for further studies, or coming to celebrate their graduation, we are close to both post-secondary institutions in the area.
Trent University
1600 W Bank DrLocal University, 20 minutes away.
Fleming College
Peterborough campus - 15 minutes away
Lindsay campus - 30 minutes away
6 locals recommend
Fleming College
599 Brealey DrFleming College
Peterborough campus - 15 minutes away
Lindsay campus - 30 minutes away
Traveler advice
Getting around
Close to everything, but you'll need a car.
We are situated 10 minutes from Peterborough, and 30 minutes from Lindsay. Easy access to Trent University and Fleming College in Peterborough, or Fleming College in Lindsay.
Close to Trans-Canada trail (hiking, dog walking, cycling, snowmobiling), boat launches, fishing spots, Trent-Severn Waterway, Otonabee River, lift locks, and lots of things to do! If we haven't included it, please ask.