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100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Nicki Minaj for a SECOND show at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.

Peterborough Musicfest continues its 36th summer season on Wednesday, July 19, welcoming internationally acclaimed Canadian acoustic guitarist Jesse Cook to Del Crary Park.

If it’s dance you want, it’s dance you’ll get on Saturday, July 15 as the 36th summer season of Peterborough Musicfest continues with multi award-winning Canadian R&B/hip hop singer/songwriter Shawn Desman headlining.

Peterborough Musicfest continues its 36th summer season on Wednesday, July 12, welcoming the “sonic and visual assault” that is Five Alarm Funk to Del Crary Park.

The 36th summer season of Peterborough Musicfest continues Saturday, July 8 at Del Crary Park with multi award-winning Canadian blues guitarist and singer/songwriter Matt Andersen fronting his band The Big Bottle of Joy.

Dwayne Gretzky is a curated nostalgia trip that captures the unique joy of turning a radio dial and being surprised by the familiar. A 10+ peice juggernaut that brings to life the greatest songs of all time, this talented group of Toronto musicians ignites audiences with their charm, fidelity and theatrical flair. Celebrating classic pop and rock, from Fleetwood Mac to Fatboy Slim, Dwayne Gretzky has delivered electrifying renditions of over 600 songs.

Presenting the incomparable fiddle music duo of Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy. MacMaster, a native of Nova Scotia, and Leahy, lead fiddler for the famed musical family from Lakefield, married in 2002 and remain Canada’s reigning couple of Celtic music. Often performing with their musical children, they have been awarded numerous honours, including Juno and East Coast Music awards.

Join 100.5 Fresh Radio on Wednesday May 3rd @ 5:45pm for a free and open-to-the-public Sugar Beach Session! Grab some friends, throw on your Niall Horan merch, and come join us for this intimate performance from the Irish Superstar!

Get your tickets today in support of Alzheimers Society.

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This December the Good Lovelies will be headed across Ontario with their annual Christmas show. And what better way to celebrate than the way it all began, with classic holiday and winter selections, timeless and original material and with a brand new Christmas album – coming out November 2019!

Still merry after all these years, Good Lovelies return with their 13th annual Christmas tour with shows across ON. What better way to celebrate the season than with classic holiday and winter selections, timeless and original material polished to a warm and welcoming glow?

Event Details: Dwayne Gretzky brings to life the greatest songs of all time. A celebration of classic pop and rock hits, this talented group of Toronto musicians ignites audiences with their charm, fidelity and theatrical flair. Delivering note-for-note renditions of everything from Fleetwood Mac to Fatboy Slim, Dwayne Gretzky’s curated nostalgia trips capture the unique joy […]

Event Details: Peterborough Musicfest is proud to present multi-awarded Canadian country music recording artist Chad Brownlee on Wednesday, August 7, at 8 p.m. – one of 16 performances presented this summer as part of the concert series’ 33rd season. The Kelowna, BC native’s raw talent, mixed with heartbreak, inspires a pop, country and rock sound that […]

Event Details: Peterborough Musicfest is proud to present highly-acclaimed Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers tribute band We Ain’t Petty featuring lead vocalist Barry Davis on Saturday, August 3, at 8 p.m. – one of 16 performances presented this summer as part of the concert series’ 33rd season. Event Location: Del Crary Park Event Dates: Saturday, August 3, 2019 […]

Event Location: Del Crary Park Event Dates: Wednesday, July 31, 2019 Event Start/End Times: 8:00 p.m. Event: https://www.ptbomusicfest.ca/concert/54-40/ Event Price: Free

Event Details: Peterborough Musicfest is proud to present Juno Award-nominated pop recording artist Tyler Shaw, with Peterborough’s own Jayde opening, on Saturday, July 27, at 8 p.m. – one of 16 performances presented this summer as part of the concert series’ 33rd season. Raised in Port Coquitlam, BC and of Chinese-Canadian heritage, Shaw exploded onto the Canadian music scene in […]

Event Details: Peterborough Musicfest is proud to present three-time Juno Award-winning rock band The Sheepdogs on Wednesday, July 24, at 8 p.m. – one of 16 performances presented this summer as part of the concert series’ 33rd season. Formed in 2006 in Saskatoon by Ewan Currie, Ryan Gullen, Sam Corbett and Leot Hanson, The Sheepdogs self-released […]

Event Details: Peterborough Musicfest is proud to present Juno Award-winning alt rock-folk rock quartet Crash Test Dummies on Saturday, July 13, at 8 p.m. – one of 16 performances presented this summer as part of the concert series’ 33rd season. Formed in Winnipeg in 1988, Crash Test Dummies roared onto the Canadian music landscape with […]

Event Details: Country duo, The Reklaws (Walker backwards), have taken the country music world by storm since launching their first major label single “Hometown Kids” in 2017 and they have no plans on stopping. Raised on their family farm in rural Ontario, Jenna and Stuart Walker, signed their first major record deal with Universal Music Canada […]

Event Details: Emily Reid is not unlike a Canadian tuxedo – a pop-country recording artist sounds strange at first but once you try it on, it’s pure magic. After graduating from college in 2012, the Victoria, BC native split her time between Nashville and Toronto. After she landed the series final duet of Austin and Ally, […]

Event Details: Peterborough Musicfest is proud to present explosive funk-soul super group Five Alarm Funk with multiple Juno-awarded rapper/singer/songwriter k-os on Wednesday, July 3, at 8 p.m. – one of 16 performances presented this summer as part of the concert series’ 33rd season. Formed in Vancouver by drummer Tayo Branston and guitarist Gabe Boothroyd, Five Alarm […]

Event Details: Peterborough Musicfest is proud to present explosive funk-soul super group Five Alarm Funk with multiple Juno-awarded rapper/singer/songwriter k-os on Wednesday, July 3, at 8 p.m. – one of 16 performances presented this summer as part of the concert series’ 33rd season. Formed in Vancouver by drummer Tayo Branston and guitarist Gabe Boothroyd, Five […]

Event Details: Peterborough Musicfest is proud to present highly-acclaimed Rod Stewart tribute artist Doug Varty on Monday, July 1, at 8 p.m. – one of 16 performances presented this summer as part of the concert series’ 33rd season. Having shared stages with the likes of Tina Turner, Rush, Bob Seger and Roy Orbison, Varty found […]

Event Details: Peterborough Musicfest is proud to present Canadian chart-topping acoustic alt rock sensation City and Colour is one of 16 performances presented this summer as part of the concert series’ 33rd season. The moniker of hugely successful singer-songwriter Dallas Green, City and Colour is one of the biggest groundswell stories to emerge from Canada – […]

Step into a world where intergalactic wonder meets Yuletide joy in Christmas in Space! A Holiday Cirque Spectacular.

Santa is coming to the Township of Douro-Dummer on November 30th!

Please Support Santa’s Sleigh And Gift A Child A Toy This Christmas!

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Taylor Swift to Toronto!

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Taylor Swift to Toronto!

DJ Swiftie is bringing the world’s #1 Taylor Swift tribute DJ show to the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Friday, November 22nd!

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Taylor Swift to Toronto!

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Taylor Swift to Toronto!

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Taylor Swift to Toronto!

Experience an intimate look at the creative journey that shaped Shawn Mendes’ latest album during the one night only, global cinema event.

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Taylor Swift to Toronto!

The East Peterborough Lions Club’s “Great Turkey Exchange” is back for the 2024 Holiday Season!

100.5 Fresh Radio’s “Throwback Thursdays” welcomes The Ultimate 90’s Bash

100.5 Fresh Radio’s “Throwback Thursday” welcomes Canadian music icon Sarah McLachlan to the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

100.5 Fresh Radio Welcomes Blippi : Join The Band Tour

100.5 Fresh Radio’s “Throwback Thursday” welcomes Cyndi Lauper

Please support Spinal Injury of Ontario

Please support the Pink Caps For Cancer fundraising campaign in support of the Canadian Cancer Society.

Support the fight against breast cancer!

100.5 Fresh Radio Welcomes Meghan Trainor To Toronto!

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Twenty One Pilots!

Dress In White and Support YMCA’S Strong Kids!

Show your pride during Peterborough-Nogojiwanong Pride Week!

Please support those affected by Parkinson’s

Visit the Classic Car Show in Pontypool – RESCHEDULED

Please support A Place Called Home’s Emergency Shelter

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes the Magic Summer Tour for a SECOND show!

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes the Magic Summer Tour

The Monster Trucks All Out Tour is on a collision course for Lindsay Fairgrounds.

FRESH welcomes IMAGINE DRAGONS To Toronto for a SECOND show

100.5 FRESH Radio welcomes IMAGINE DRAGONS to Budweiser Stage

This Show Is CANCELLED

Down With Webster Is Coming To Peterborough Musicfest

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Reve to Ptbo Musicfest

Enjoy a weekend of some of the best barbecue in Peterborough!

Are you ready to dive into the exhilarating world of sprint kayaking?

Enjoy s summer of free music!

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Norah Jones to Toronto!

100.5 Fresh Radio Welcomes Maroon 5 to Toronto!

The Monster Trucks All Out Northern Lights Party is coming to Peterborough!

Five Counties Children’s Centre Backyard Summer Social in Peterborough

Celebrate Indigenous culture with the Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival!

Join us as we CHANGE THE CYCLE for mental health.

Paddles Up. The 2024 Dragon Boat Festival Returns

The JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes, helping raise funds for T1D research. 

Join us in supporting those affected by Crohns and Colitis in our area.

Join the annual Canadian Multicultural Festival!

The ParticipACTION Community Challenge Is Underway!

The Kawartha Craft Beer Festival Returns!

Pet Valu Walk For Dog Guides in support of providing those in need of Dog Guides

Help Make Cystic Fibrosis History

Together, let’s find a cure for Duchenne

Selwyn Firefighter’s Association Pancake Breakfast is back on Sunday, May 26th.

Join the 2024 Angelman Strong Walk, in support of Angelman Syndrome.

Join us for the Walk A Mile In Their Shoes.

“Nineties Nostalgia” with TLC, All-4-One and Color Me Badd – CANCELLED

Support Ted On The Roof In the fight against Leukemia and Lymphoma

Jukebox Mania is back for 2024!

100.5 Fresh Radio’s “Throwback Thursdays” welcomes Ice Cube!

Come learn about the volunteer opportunities in Peterborough City and County.

Support Ronald McDonald House Charities this McHappy Day

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Dinosaur World LIVE!

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Nicki Minaj for a SECOND show at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.

Help support The Rose Quest by attending “The Land Before Time” for their movie fundraiser

Join us for the 2024 Peterborough St Patrick’s Day Parade

100.5 Fresh Radio presents Shawn Desman at The Venue in Peterborough

Enjoy great night of live music in support of the Canadian Mental Health Association.

Check out some of the BIGGEST NAMES in the fishing industry

Take The Plunge For Charity as This Years Theme is “Barbie”.

Fresh is proud to sponsor the 15th Annual PINK IN THE RINK game.

Please support our initiative to Feed The Need in our community.

100.5 Fresh Radio is proud to present the Reframe Film Festival

Benefit for Amber Brown, a priority double lung transplant candidate.

Monthly Euchre games in support of Wounded Warriors Canada.

ELVIS STOJKO TO HOST A SPECIAL STARS ON ICE HOLIDAY EVENT

Santa Claus Parade in Warkworth

100.5 Fresh Radio Welcomes Sean Paul to the PMC!

Santa Claus Parade in Warsaw

Support Santa’s Sleigh to ensure a child receives a gift this Christmas.

Bid Now On Great Experiences and Quality Items

Lakefield Santa Claus Parade

Get ready to go sledding with the most up to date gear for 2023 / 2024.

Don’t miss Breakfast With Santa and support the Peterborough Humane Society!

Watch some great hockey action and support the Greater Peterborough Health Services Foundation

A great place to purchase some great gifts.

The East Peterborough Lions Club is coordinating the collection and distribution of turkeys and hams for hungry families this Christmas.

Get your fruitcake, fudge and cookies for Christmas!

Check out the high flying and death defying acrobatics

Join us for “A Scary Night with Midlife Crisis” and support Kawartha Foodshare.

Come On Down as 100.5 FRESH Radio welcomes “THE PRICE IS RIGHT-LIVE”

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Nelly & Sean Kingston with special guest Peter Jackson

The CIBC Run for the Cure unites an incredible collective of Canadians who are dedicated to changing the future of breast cancer. This is a 1K or 5K walk or run to fundraise in support of the breast cancer cause

You are invited to our Howlin’ for Home Stretch event.

On Friday, September 29th from 5:30 pm to 12:00 am stop by Dr J’s BBQ and Brews for a great cause! All proceeds go to SickKids Hospital Fund.

The third annual Lakefield Pride Picnic is almost here! Join us on Sunday, September 24, at Isabel Morris Park in Lakefield for a day of live performances, drag queens, vendors, community partners, and fun activities for all ages.

Get Your Tickets Today!

The Blues, Bourbon and BBQ Festival is coming to Peterborough on Saturday, September 16 from 12pm – 7pm.

Inspired by real-life student activism, Give ‘em Hell is a new play that retells the final school year leading up to the 2012 closure of Peterborough Collegiate and Vocational School (PCVS).

Written by Peterborough-born, award-winning playwright Madeleine Brown and featuring a cast of eight local teenagers, Give ‘em Hell explores the power of youth activism, the perils of self-discovery and what it costs to stand up for a cause.

Peterborough-Nogojiwanong Pride Week takes place this year from September 15th – 24th

The St. Joseph’s at Fleming Foundation’s FIRST EVER fundraiser “BARGAINS &BBQ” yard sale and lunch is coming up on Saturday, August 26th. This will take place out on the terrace at St. Joseph’s at Fleming (659 Brealey Drive). You won’t want to miss out on this HUGE yard sale with AMAZING DEALS! The yard sale […]

Peterborough Musicfest closes out its 36th summer season Saturday, August 19, welcoming explosive Canadian country/bluegrass band Tim & The Glory Boys to Del Crary Park.

Peterborough Musicfest is thrilled to welcome the return of Glass Tiger to Del Crary, presenting the iconic Canadian rock band on Wednesday, August 9 as part of the festival’s 36th summer season.

Big Wreck presented by 101.5 The Wolf

Norwood Minor Hockey presents a stand up comedy fundraiser with Brad Bryans, Patrick Hakeem and headliner Arthur Simeon. Aug 11, 2023 Doors open at 6pm Show starts at 7pm Bring a non-perishable Food Item and be entered in to win a $50 Foodland gift card. 50/50 draw Silent Auction The stands seating is not assigned, […]

The 36th summer season of Peterborough Musicfest continues Saturday, August 5 with The British Legends at Del Crary Park.

Welcome to The Kawartha County Fair! Kawartha Downs Events is proud to present this community event at our fairgrounds in August 2023. We are thrilled to bring a variety of entertainment to this year’s event! Guests can look forward to the classic midway experience, agricultural shows, our signature Tractor Pull on day 1, a demolition […]

Classic Canadian rock’s long relationship with Peterborough Musicfest continues in a very big way on Wednesday, August 2 when Honeymoon Suite performs at Del Crary Park as part of the festival’s 36th season. 

This tour date has been rescheduled.

The 36th summer season of Peterborough Musicfest will have a decidedly local flavour Saturday, July 29 as Ennismore native Melissa Payne brings her huge talent to Del Crary Park, joined by some very special and equally notable musical friends.

Five Counties and the Peterborough Lakers are teaming up for the first annual Little Lakers Game Night. Five Counties kids and families will play a role at the Lakers’ last home game of the season, including taking part in the ceremonial pre-game ball drop. Five Counties staff/volunteers will also be on hand for face painting, raffle/auction, Little Laker T-shirt sales and much more.

Get tickets through the Memorial Centre box office or by calling the box office at 705-743-3561.

Formed in 1975 in Melbourne, Australia, Little River Band has recorded 16 studio albums, with worldwide sales well in excess of 30 million.

Enhance your kids learning and engagement this summer at the OSM Public Library Minecraft camps! Running from July 24th – 28th and August 14th – 18th, these week-long camps start at 9:00 a.m. and run until 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday. Filled with medieval times and Star Wars activities, this is a camp your kids […]

Kawartha Downs in collaboration with Ontario Truck and Tractor Pulling Association (OTTPA) will have their annual Truck & Tractor Pull on July 22 and 23 weekend. In addition to these dates, there will be another Truck & Tractor Pull on August 4 at the Kawartha County Fair and labour day weekend; September 2 and 3. […]

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Beyonce’ to Toronto.

100.5 Fresh is proud to sponsor the 2023 Kawartha Rotary Ribfest!

Proud to sponsor the 36th season of Peterborough Musicfest

For many years, the New Canadians Centre organised Multicultural Canada Day on July 1, a celebration of the rich diversity of culture that we enjoy in Canada and locally here in Peterborough. With food and performances from around the world, it was one of our region’s largest annual events and an opportunity to show pride […]

It’s baaaa-ck! The second annual Backyard Summer Social in support of Five Counties Children’s Centre returns on June 24. Celebrate the start of summer by leaving your gala attire at home, while enjoying an afternoon of fun-filled activities that lets you be a kid again — while taking in the knowledge your ticket purchase is helping support Five Counties kids.

Join us for an afternoon of golf to benefit the Lakefield Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) at our 17th Annual Golf Tournament. LAWS is dedicated to the well-being of animals in our community, and your participation in this event will help us continue our important mission. Date: June 24th, 2023 Time: Registration opens at 12:00 noon, […]

The Seniors Showcase features 100+ exhibitors & two dozen workshops. It is the show to reach Peterborough and the Kawarthas’ largest demographic. Peterborough is home to over 27,000 senior residents, making it one of the most vibrant seniors communities in the country! That is why the Annual Seniors Showcase brings together over 100 exhibitors that offer products and services for […]

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Ed Sheeran to Toronto for a SECOND show.

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Ed Sheeran to Toronto!

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes TLC and Shaggy!

100.5 Fresh Radio Welcomes Bebe Rexha!

Our annual Greek Festival takes place at our church grounds, June the 11th, from 12 pm to 7 pm. Greek food, Greek music, Greek dancing. Church Open House as well. Everyone is welcome. Proceeds are going to support our church. Sophie Spiridis at 705 868 5621 or thamnopoulou@yahoo.com

Paddles Up For The 2023 Dragon Boat Festival

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Charlie Puth to the Budweiser Stage!

The Tools in the Trades Boot Camp is coming to Ottawa on June 8th. This FREE event is for adults who are interested in the skilled trades. Apply today! Spots are limited. June 8th- Construction/Electrical June 8th- Motive Power/ Transportation Technology Network with industry professionals, gain hands-on training and knowledge, and receive a FREE starter […]

June 27 is Canadian Multiculturalism Day. For the month of June, the New Canadians Centre is organizing the second Canadian Multicultural Festival, a series of programs and events to celebrate multiculturalism in Peterborough.   “The cultural landscape in Peterborough is rich and lively. The Festival gives us a wonderful opportunity to bring people together to […]

June is Brain Injury Awareness Month

Please support those affected by Cystic Fibrosis

The Walk to Defeat Duchenne is Defeat Duchenne Canada’s largest signature event, uniting families in over 80 cities across Canada to raise crucial funds for the Duchenne community. One in every 5,000 boys worldwide is born with Duchenne, the most common fatal form of muscular dystrophy. The disease is relentless. It slowly weakens the body’s […]

Supporting those affected by Alzheimers

Get Ready As The Electric City FC Hits The Pitch For The 2023 Season!

Help raise money for Parker to get a new specialty chair! Event includes local businesses and craft vendors, silent auction, and face painting by donation.

Get your team together and join us for Jukebox Mania!

Help send a kid to camp with the Kawartha Haliburton Children’s Foundation!

The Peterborough Pop Ensemble is excited to announce that our 2023 spring concert, A Century of Song, will be taking place at Market Hall on Saturday, April 22 at 7 pm! Featuring music starting from the 1920s and hitting every decade since, this concert will highlight some of the best of the Ensemble’s repertoire including jazz standards, gospel, pop, songs of WWII, motown, and so much more! With a little something for everyone, this concert is sure to have you tapping your toes, dancing, and singing along. Save the date now; we can’t wait to see you there!

Join Us And Dine Out To Support The Peterborough AIDS Resource Network.

The Lakefield Singers are welcoming people to join their mixed chorus.  If you enjoy singing and can carry a tune, they would love to have you. 

Join us on March 17th and 18th, 2023 for a night of Murder and Mystery at Hutchinson House Museum. Participants will inhabit a historical time period where Hutchinson and Fleming were more than names! Solve an enchanting mystery where no one can be trusted and everyone has a motive.

The event runs Friday, March 17th from 6 pm to 8 pm, and Saturday, March 18th from 1 pm to 3 pm. The event is for adults aged 17 and older, and tickets are $20 dollars. For questions and to reserve tickets please call 705-743-9710 or email info@hutchisonhouse.ca.

Please leave an email to contact you with further information. Reservations close on March 13, 2023 at 5pm.

The Stairs Lecture in Chemistry, the first endowed lecture series in Chemistry at Trent University, was created by Trent Professor Emeritus Dr. Robert Stairs and his wife, Sibyl. Trent University is excited to present Ian Manner from the University of Victoria to be the next speaker for this biennial lecture series.

Nanoparticles possess widths ca. 1000 times less than that of human hair and have many potential applications in fields as diverse as electronics to cancer therapy. However, their preparation has posed many challenges to chemists. In this lecture, the creation of polymer-based nanoparticles with a wide variety of uses will be described using a new method termed “crystallization-driven self-assembly” (CDSA).

Please support World Kidney Day Fundraising Game Night

Join guest speaker Adam Hudson, Registered Dietitian with the Northumberland Community Health Centre who will entertain and educate all about healthy and delicious ideas to improve your taste buds and save you money! This event is admission, no pre-registration required.

Located at Port Hope United Church at 34 South St. (just one block north of Walton at Brown)

The talk starts at 2pm in the church sanctuary. All are welcome!

Following a great fall return, Performing Arts Lakefield (PAL) continues with a spring run, which kicks off on MARCH 5, 2023 with Amanda Martinez – Mexican and South African roots with Flamenco Soul.

Start fundraising to support the city today!

Trent University’s 2023 CEO in Residence, Anita Erskine ’99, credits Trent for having gifted her with the power of curiosity, confidence and ferocious self-awareness. She would ultimately pursue a career that would bring her to serve the world, using her passion to fuel a purpose that would lead her to the prosperity she is exploring today.

Join as Anita shares her story.

Join Trent University’s 2023 CEO in Residence, Anita Erskine ’99, for a public talk titled Innovation, Inspiration and Inclusion in the New School of Business.

The World of Business experienced a shift during COVID. Business has become an embodiment of the manifestation of a global call for innovation to upgrade our efficiency, for inspiration to prioritize social impact and finally, for inclusion, to demonstrate the consequential value of providing an equal playing field for all. Success without Innovation, Inspiration, and Inclusion is almost non – existent. These are the threads that weave the fabric of the New School of Business. 

Registration is required.

Tickets for the 2023 YWCA Empty Bowls fundraising event are now available online at http://www.ywcapeterborough.org or by calling YWCA Peterborough Haliburton at 705-743-3526.

On Saturday, February 25, YWCA Empty Bowls ticket holders will visit The Venue at 286 George Street North, Peterborough. They will have 30 minutes to browse and select a gorgeous hand-crafted bowl, generously donated by local artisans of the Kawartha Potters Guild and Kawartha Woodturners Guild.

Each $50 ticket also includes a local restaurant coupon card featuring discounts from various partnering restaurants and businesses, redeemable for 6 months. All proceeds from the event directly support YWCA Nourish food programs throughout Peterborough City and County.

On February 24, we will pay tribute to the courage of the Ukrainian people and honour the memory of the thousands of innocent people murdered by Russia’s genocidal war of aggression against Ukraine. A candle-lit vigil and coming together as a community to share poetry, Ukrainian music that lift the spirit of Ukrainians during these difficult times; and reflections on the last 365 days,

May the Memory of the Victims Be Eternal. Вічная Пам’ять.

Celebrate Family & Heritage at the Buckhorn Community Centre on Saturday, February 18 from 10am to 4pm. There will be music, food, vendors, outdoor activities, crafts for the kids and carnival games. New this year is a Chili Cookoff from 11am to 1:30pm. Admission is by donation. Visit http://www.buckhorncommunitycentre.com for more details.

If you suffer from the winter blahs, Winterfest 2023 is a great way to celebrate the season with fun, in-person and virtual activities for the entire family Winterfest will include virtual events, but also the return of in-person activities which, although on a smaller scale, will offer lots for families to do as the event […]

Take the family to the 3rd Annual Havelock Fire & Ice Festival

The Polar Plunge returns on February 5, 2023.

Peterborough resident Rebecca Schillemat is participating in the Wounded Warrior One Day Run in Victoria BC on February 5th. The One Day run is 58 km from Sooke to Sidney across the northern boarder of Victoria on Vancouver Island. The one day run is 2 weeks before the main run event: 8 days and 600 […]

This Sunday, 4:15 Healthy Planet!! Free admission. Please come and join us for this fundraiser that’s so close to our hearts! Team received their jerseys today and are so excited to to wear them on Sunday and fight for their loved ones effected by cancer.

Peterborough Historical Society virtual public lecture. Bruce Gravel will share research into the history of the Rotary Service Club in Peterborough as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. An accomplished author with seven books to his credit, Bruce has been a member of Rotary since 2008. An active community leader, Bruce served on the Board of […]

Join FRESH as we takeover the PMC for FRESH NIGHT @ THE PETES!

Fresh welcomes Dancing With Stars: Live!

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes “Holiday Dreams – A Spectacular Holiday Cirque” to the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

On Wednesday, December 14, 2022 the Peterborough Pop Ensemble will be presenting Christmas Is at Emmanuel United Church; a celebration of the season including some of the Ensemble’s favourite Christmas music and some sing-along Christmas standards to get everyone involved. Featuring incredible special guests UnBellievable and the Electric City Singers, this is one Christmas concert you won’t want to miss! Donations for tickets will be accepted at the door, as well as non-perishable food items for the local food bank. We hope to see you there to share the joy and blessings of the season.

100.5 Fresh Radio welcome “Mariah Carey – Merry Christmas To All

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Champions of Magic to the PMC.

The Peterborough and the Kawarthas Home Builders Association in partnership with Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region will be hosting a Christmas Charity Auction on December 8th at 6:00pm.

Enjoy a night of great food, delicious drinks, quality company – and of course, making a difference. Help Habitat for Humanity with their vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live!

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes Stars On Ice!

ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER’S RECORD-BREAKING MUSICAL SPECTACULAR THAT HAS CAPTIVATED AUDIENCES IN OVER 30 COUNTRIES AND 15 LANGUAGES IS COMING TO THE PETERBOROUGH MEMORIAL CENTRE ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2!

Enjoy a great meal and stand up comedy for a great cause.

Help “Fill The Truck” and support Kawartha Foodshare

Please support Santa’s Sleigh so a child can celebrate Christmas!

Bid and Support the YWCA Crossroads Shelter

Christmas comes alive at the Buckhorn Community Centre again this year! From November 21 to December 12, everyone is invited to attend the Festival of Trees, a true celebration of the season. The Festival of Trees will be open, with no admission, on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10am to 2pm and on Saturday, November 26 from 11am to 2pm. The event features beautifully decorated Christmas trees as well as festive home décor. There’s no charge to browse the hall, but visitors can purchase tickets for a chance to win items sponsored by local businesses and individuals. Ticket prices are only $5 for 5, $10 for 15 and $15 for 25.

SLEDARAMA Snowmobile Show, Swap Meet and Show & Shine has become Peterborough’s largest consumer trade show, and it’s known for its famous Swap Meet and Show & Shine. Come by the show on Sunday, November 20, 2022. Doors open at 8:30AM.

Tis the season to shop! The Havelock Christmas Market is coming to The Havelock Seniors Centre on Saturday November 19th from 10:00 A.M. until 3:00 P.M.

Fresh welcomes Jeff Dunham to the PMC

Double your impact when you support women & children through the YWCA!

The Mistletoe Mania Christmas Vendor event will be held at the Peterborough Lions Community Center  on Sunday, November 6 from 10 am to 5 pm. There will be 2 holiday trees being raffled off, a silent auction table, and prizes to be won. The event includes more than 25 vendors to help get your Christmas shopping done from some great local sellers. The event will also be collecting new toys for a local Toy Drive to help families in need during the holiday season.

The Rucksack March for Remembrance will take place on Saturday, November 5 at 9 A.M. beginning the march at Peterborough Confederation Square, walking a 1 kilometer circuit to Nicolls Oval Park.  The event was established to bring people from the community together with one mission in mind; to raise awareness and funding for the many Canadian militaries and first responder families who are in the midst of their own service-related battles.

This Fall, The Friends of the Peterborough Public Library will host their first Giant Book Sale in three years. On Friday, November 4 until Saturday, November 5, come to the Peterborough Public Library at 345 Aylmer St for a huge book sale. The Sale begins on Friday, Nov. 4 from noon until 7 p.m., followed by Saturday Nov. 5 from 10 A.M. until 3 P.M.

The Peterborough County Junior Farmers will be holding a food drive on the evening of Monday, October 31 in the Heritage Park neighbourhood, near the Peterborough Zoo. The drive will accept food and cash donations.

The volunteers of Hutchison House Museum are hosting an elegant Autumn Afternoon Tea on Sunday October 23rd, starting at 2:00pm to celebrate the Harvest season. Tickets for the event are $30 each and pre-registration is required as seating is limited. 

This is an internationally recognized event and is a time to pause and honour those affected by infertility, pregnancy and infant loss.  Lisa: I am a bereaved mom who has for almost a decade been volunteering with the Pregnancy and Infant Loss Network (Sunnybrook Hospital) and about five years ago I started an organization, It […]

The Peterborough Humane Society is hosting Our Pet Party, a formal fundraiser in support of the new Peterborough Animal Care Centre.

Dress up your pets in Halloween costumes and trick-or-treat for pet snacks at participating local businesses in Lakefield. Businesses can collect donations for the Lakefield Animal Welfare Shelter and/or offer a special of their choice to help raise money.

The Norwood Fair Is Back!

100.5 Fresh Radio welcomes THE WIGGLES

We invite you to join us on Sunday, October 2, 2022 for the CIBC Run for the Cure.

Golf, power cart, light lunch, proximity contests Other features: putting contest, raffles, auction, FUN!!! Pre-registration required by September 23rd To pre-register or for more information, go to http://www.commcareptbo.org or call 705-742-7067 As you can imagine, the demand for our services continues to increase as more and more of our community members look for help to […]

Trent University is hosting many events in honour of Truth and Reconciliation Day on Friday, September 30. The events will be in-person and online.

On Rowan’s Law Day, PACA is excited to release a one of a kind, localized concussion education resource in the form of a “docuseries”. This community based educational video series brings together different stakeholder groups within our local sport community to provide more awareness and education on concussions in sport.

Toronto’s premier international dance festival returns to Peterborough for playful celebration of contemporary dance, circus, and juggling, set to live music. Full of whimsical and genre-blending choreography, this year’s full-length Heirloom program, In Blue Rooms, features a fusion of juggling, contemporary circus, dance and object manipulation, set to a creative arrangement of familiar compositions from The Royal Conservatory musicians and performed outdoors in the Peterborough Square Courtyard.

4 Lucky Paws Animal Rescue is hosting an adoption event at Auto Connect Sales Inc. There will be dogs and puppies available for adoption, along with a barbecue to help raise money in support of the rescue.

Get your “White” on for a great cause!

THE WEEKND ANNOUNCES SECOND TORONTO DATE TO WRAP SOLD-OUT AFTER HOURS TIL DAWN TOUR TWO-NIGHT HOMETOWN RUN WILL CONCLUDE HIS NORTH AMERICAN LEG OF THE STADIUM TOUR ON SEPT. 22 AND 23, 2022 TICKETS: Tickets go on sale starting Friday, September 2nd at 10am local time on theweeknd.com/tour or on Ticketmaster. The United Nations World […]

Get your team together and pull a fire truck to help in the fight against dementia.

Peterborough Vegfest Returns!

Cruisefest takes place on Saturday, Sept. 17 at the Buckhorn Community Centre.

Peterborough-Nogojiwanong Pride Week takes place this year from September 16th – 25th.

The Rotary Club of Peterborough is excited to announce the Rotary Golf Tournament will be returning for the second year in a row in support of Five Counties Children’s Centre and other local Rotary projects. The tournament will be held on September 15th at Bellmere Winds Golf Resort. Registration is $150, with limited spots available. […]

Introducing Labour Jam Weekend, a free, 2-day music festival celebrating local talent in downtown Peterborough on Friday September 2, & Saturday September 3. Sponsored by 100.5 Fresh Radio. The Labour Jam Weekend music festival will feature an eclectic mix of genres from 11 well-known local bands including this year’s headlining acts: Lindsay Barr and Melissa […]