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Spring Into Kawartha Downs with a Spring Market & Alpacas!

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As the snow melts and longer days return, Kawartha Downs is gearing up for a vibrant season of spring events that bring together local makers, animal lovers, and families.   The Modern Spring Market returns to Kawartha Downs Events in Fraserville, Ontario which is a celebration of creativity, local goods, and the fresh energy of the new season.

This event brings together around 50 local artisans and small businesses.  Everything from crafts, home décor, jewelry, and polymer art to...

Christmas at Ken Reid: A Heartwarming Holiday Tradition Returns in the Kawarthas

There is something magical about the way winter settles over Ken Reid Conservation Area. The snow softens the trails, the trees stand tall and frosted, and the whole landscape takes on the quiet glow of the holiday season. Every December, that natural beauty becomes the backdrop to one of the region’s most beloved seasonal celebrations: Christmas at Ken Reid.

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Saturday, December 6, 2025

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Admission is completely free -...

Celebrate the Holidays in Style at Kawartha Downs!

While much of the main horse-racing season takes place outside the deep winter months, Kawartha Downs is turning the off-season into a celebration with festive, themed events perfect for the holiday season! Located at 1382 County Rd 28 in Fraserville, Kawartha Downs is hosting a lineup of activities that blend shopping, creativity, and family fun.

Vintage Modern Christmas Show

Date & Time: Sunday, November 30 from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Admission: $2 | $5 Early Access at 10:00 AM
Special Perk: First 100 guests receive a free shopping bag

Kick...

Discover Handmade Magic at the Winter Makers’ Market!

The festive season is just around the corner and what better way to kick it off than by supporting local artisans at the 4th Annual Winter Makers’ Market 2025 hosted by the Kawartha Lakes Arts Council!

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Saturday, November 22nd from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM and Sunday, November 23^rd from 10:00 AM— 4:00 PM.

Located at Kent Place Mall at 189 Kent Street West in Lindsay.

Explore an array of handcrafted treasures created by talented local makers. ...

Celebrate the Holidays at the Lindsay Santa Claus Parade on Sunday, November 23^rd!

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The festive season kicks off in Lindsay this year with the much-loved Santa Claus Parade, happening on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. This community tradition brings together families, local businesses, and volunteers to celebrate the magic of the holidays in the heart of downtown Lindsay.

Date & Time: Sunday, November 23, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.

Route: The parade begins at the Recreation Complex on Adelaide Street South, travels north...

A Full Day of Fun at Victoria Park Armoury – Lindsay ComiCon & GCW Wrestling!

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Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 8th, 2025!  Victoria Park Armoury will be the hottest spot in town, hosting TWO epic events in one day. Whether you're into comics, cosplay, or body slams, there's something for everyone.

Lindsay ComiCon – Comics, Collectibles & Cosplay

Victoria Park Armoury located at 210 Kent Street West in Lindsay
Saturday, November 8th
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
$5.00 admission

Come out and celebrate all things geek culture! ...

The Keene Pumpkin Festival Is a Must-Do This Fall!

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If you’re looking for crisp air, giant pumpkins, family fun, and that cozy countryside kind of charm, make plans to attend the 18^th Keene Pumpkin Festival taking place in the quaint village of Keene just east of Peterborough.

Saturday, October 18, 2025

1137 Heritage Line in Keene

$5.00 for ages 13 years up

$2.00 for 12 and under

This annual festival is a celebration of everything we love about autumn: crisp air, colorful leaves, and pumpkins.  And not just any pumpkins.  We’re...

A Day on the Farm Awaits!

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The 23rd Annual Kawartha Farmfest is scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. which is the weekend just before Thanksgiving.  The event is a self-guided, one-day driving tour of various family farms and rural attractions across Kawartha Lakes. It offers a mix of agricultural experiences, hands-on activities, and opportunities to purchase local farm products.

Tickets are priced at $5 per adult, and children under 14 are admitted free.

Tickets include...

Discover Local Art on the Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour 2025

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As autumn leaves begin their annual performance across the Kawartha landscape, a different kind of transformation is also taking place behind studio doors, down country roads, in barns, cottages, and homes. The Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour, now in its 41st year, returns this fall, offering a rare opportunity to explore the creative spaces of over 50 local artists across 39 studio stops.

There’s a quiet magic in stepping into someone’s workspace, seeing what they see, and learning...

All Aboard for Fun: Two Big Collector Events Coming to Kawartha This Fall!

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Get ready, Kawartha! This fall, the region becomes a hotspot for collectors, hobbyists, and families with two exciting events that celebrate everything from model railroads to vintage toys, pop culture collectibles, and everything in between at Kawartha Downs!

The Kawartha Model Train Show 2025

Dates & Times: Saturday, September 27 (9:00 am–4:00 pm) and Sunday, September 28 (9:00 am–3:00 pm)

Approximately 81 vendor tables featuring model trains in all scales, with working layouts...