Arts & Culture in Peterborough

Discover the memorable sights, stories and sounds of Peterborough

Explore the intersections of Peterborough’s creative community – where nature serves as a muse and the community comes alive as a canvas. Discover how histories are shared in inspiring ways, and the collective imagination of artists who call Peterborough home brings our destination to life.

Performing Arts & Music

Theatres & Performing Arts

Talent Takes the Stage

Legendary Live Music

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Summer Music Festivals

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Museum Musings

Peterborough Museum & Archives

Explore the stories of the local community at the Peterborough Museum & Archives, a destination for history buffs, families and curious minds, set atop scenic Armour Hill.
Exhibit Hall in the Canadian Canoe Museum, two people get a closer look at floor exhibit with canoes hanging from the ceiling and ehibi

The Canadian Canoe Museum

Experience Canada by Canoe at the new waterfront campus of this world-class museum that celebrates the nation's enduring connection to paddling and waterways.

Hutchison House Museum

Have a glimpse into early settler life in the 19th century home of Peterborough's first doctor. Here you can get hands on with heritage activities and enjoy cherished events like Scottish Tea and Hogmanay.

OFAH Hunting & Fishing Heritage Centre

Celebrate Canada’s outdoor traditions and nature conservation efforts. This education centre features engaging displays, a sport fish aquarium, and a stocked fish pond for all ages to enjoy.

Galleries, Shops & Studios

Watson & Lou

Art Gallery of Peterborough

Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour

Festivals & Events in Peterborough

Peterborough is at its best when we celebrate moments together. Whether it is at big annual festivals and small, intimate gatherings. Check out festivals and events taking place in all four seasons.

Calendar of Events

Public Art in Peterborough

Happen upon a renaissance of road murals and poetry gardens in the Hunter Street Café District. Uncover under-bridge murals rooted in acknowledging the region’s proud Indigenous culture and history. Or tour through monuments along the waterfront or on Trent University’s Symons Campus.

Public Art Interactive Map

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