Peterborough 
Christmas season in Peterborough and Kawarthas region marks the return of stunning performances, festive music, and other creative events to warm up your winter this year.
Santa Claus Parades In Peterborough & Kawarthas
Lindsay Santa Claus Parade
Enjoy a physically distanced Santa Road Trip throughout the town of Lindsay on Sunday, November 22, 2020. Due to limits on gatherings and the need for physical distancing, this year’s road trip will include only Santa and his reindeer coming to a street near you. Spectators are welcome to catch a glimpse of Santa at any point along his route while following the local health unit’s recommendation to maintain physical distancing and wear a mask. Details
Sunday, November 22, 2020 | 2:00 PM
Lindsay, ON
Kawartha Lakes Festival of Trees – Drive Thru
This year, kick off the holiday season, with a COVID 19 safe version of our annual Festival of Trees. See Kawartha Settlers’ Village transformed with beautiful lights, decorated Christmas Trees and gorgeous holiday displays. Safely drive through and take in the splendour of lit up decor in an old-fashioned setting. Details
November 12 – 15, 19 – 21, 2020 | 6 – 9 PM
Kawartha Settlers’ Village – 85 Dunn St. Bobcaygeon
$20 per car
Light Up Lindsay
Get in the holiday spirit and Light Up Lindsay this Christmas season! Decorate for your chance to win $1,000!
Spread Christmas cheer this year by decorating your home or business. The LEX will be hosting fireworks on New Year’s Eve, winners will be announced before the fireworks!
Get some hot chocolate, buckle up, and tour the lights.
December 15 to 31, 2020 | sundown until 10:00pm.
Various Venues, Lindsay (Light tour map available on the website)
Free
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Christmas Carols/Holiday Concerts
Guided Zoom Study of Early Advent and Christmas Music on Wednesdays, November 11 – December 16, 2020 | 7:45 PM – 8:30 PM
Grand Harmony Chorus’s Our Online Christmas to You! will be streamed online on December 4 – 6, 2020 | 5:00 PM
Enjoy A Quiet Village on Saturday, December 5, 2020 | 8:00 PM
Messiah Lite on Saturday, December 5, 2020 | 7:30 PM
A Tafelmusik Christmas on Tuesday, December 10, 2020 | 8:00 PM
Boreal’s Songs for a Snowy Season on Friday, December 11, 2020 | 8:00 PM
Hawksley Night in Canada at Christmastime on December 11 – 12, 2020
Foy Vance – Hope in the Highlands on Saturday, December 12, 2020 | 9:00 PM
A Village Messiah on Saturday, December 12, 2020 | 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Yuletide Spectacular Online on Friday, December 18, 2020 | 8:00 PM
Hear A Festival of Carols on Saturday, December 19, 2020 | 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Holiday with the HPO Brass on Saturday, December 19, 2020 | 7:30 PM
London Symphonia – FROST, FIRE & BRASSon Sunday, December 20, 2020 | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
A Virtual Little Christmas on Friday, December 25, 2020| 10:00 AM
Cocktails & Candy Canes
With Bruce Ley and Fred Smith from her Wayward Wind Band, audiences will love Leisa Way’s intimate evening of music with a delicious pre-show dinner at the Lakeview Arts Barn. Details
December 10 – 12, 2020 | 6:00 PM
Lakeview Arts Barn
2300 Pigeon Lake Road, Bobcaygeon
$75
CP Holiday Train at Home
Celebrate the holidays with us and listen to great music! Serena Ryder and The Trews are headlining CP’s 2020 “Holiday Train at Home” concert with special guests JoJo Mason, Logan Staats and Kelly Prescott.Details
Saturday, December 12, 2020 | 8:00 PM
Online
Free
Westben Christmas Special
Digital Concert at The Barn. Details TBA. Details
Saturday, December 12, 2020
Online
TBA
Holiday Live Theatre
A Staged Reading of a Christmas Carol on December 18 – 20, 2020
Rockin’ Round the Christmas Treeon December 19, 2020 – January 3, 2021
Holiday Pops Radio Show on December 12 & 19, 2020
John D. Huston’s A Christmas Carol
The Aeolian Wassailing Quartette will perform Victorian carols along side the timeless story of Scrooge and Tiny Tim while Aeolian Hall’s intimate acoustics make this event a magical, must-see theatrical experience.Details
Thursday, December 24, 2020 | 7:30 PM
Online
Advance $20
Dear Santa
In this hilarious festive offering from audience favourite Norm Foster we travel to the North Pole where a frazzled Santa Claus and his over-worked staff attempt to overcome a supply shortage with only a short time left until Christmas! Add in a slick sleigh salesman; several cheeky elves; some romance blossoming amidst the presents; and a mission to fulfill a child’s special Christmas wish and you have a fun-filled holiday play that’s guaranteed to put a smile on even the biggest grinch. Details
November 27 – 28, 2020
Lakeview Arts Barn
2300 Pigeon Lake Road, Bobcaygeon
$45 – $60
A Festive Comedy Cabaret
Nothing gets you into the holiday spirit more than good ol’ fashion laughter. Globus Theatre brings you an entertaining evening hosted by Globus favourites, Jennine Profeta & Dave Pearce.
Get ready for a laugh out loud show starring stand up comedian and CBC darling, Elvira Kurt, and the hilarious comedy & magic duo, Brent & Sarah. Details
December 4 – 5, 2020 | 6:00 PM
Lakeview Arts Barn
2300 Pigeon Lake Road, Bobcaygeon
$75
Other Holiday-Themed Events
Outdoor Christmas Market
Enjoy a relaxed Christmas shopping experience in a quaint backyard setting. We always have your warmth covered with a bonfire and hot drinks! The cozy outdoors features my work (for the garden lover) and beautiful fresh greenery decor for your outdoor urns and household decor.
Also featuring an INDOOR MARKET, jam packed with locally sourced treasures perfect for baskets, gift bags and token or hostess gifts. Details
November 21 – 22, 28 – 29, 2020 | 10 AM to 4 PM
Garden Art by Sandy, 62 Moon Line N, Bobcaygeon
Free
HOHO Holiday 5k
The HoHoHoliday 5K is the most festive FUN run in Canada! This 5km run/walk combines the magic of the Holidays with community engagement and fitness. Be apart of a holiday movement and join 10,000 Santa’s virtually across Canada who are spreading cheer in their local community while choosing to raise funds to support Make-A-Wish Canada. Details
November 25 – December 31, 2020
Wherever You are
$40 – $55
Christmas In The Village
In addition to the Christmas Market Hutchison House volunteers will host a Snowflake Tea and Dessert. Enjoy a delicious dessert by the Fire in the Keeping Room for $10 each. There are limited seating and pre-registration and payment are required. Details
November 28 – 29, 2020
Market | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Snowflake Tea and Dessert Sittings | 1:00 PM & 2:30 PM
Hutchison House Museum, 270 Brock Street
Peterborough
Free admission to Market; Tea: $10; Reservations recommended
Heritage Christmas in the Village
Get into the merriment of the season with a visit to our historic Village! Tour our historically decorated heritage buildings by the glow of lantern light and learn about a true pioneer Christmas. Your guide will focus on the origins of unique holiday traditions that we still see today – and which the early settlers brought with them to this area when they came 200 years ago. Details
Friday, December 4, 2020 | 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Lang Pioneer Village Museum 104 Lang Road Keene
$50 for a group of up to 10 people
Santa Shuffle Fun Run & Elf Walk
The Santa Shuffle is an annual 5km Fun-Run and 1km Elf Walk to fundraise for local Salvation Army initiatives which provide hope and support to those in need across Canada. This year’s Santa Shuffle will be a week-long event full of fun surprises and cool prizes! Details
December 5 – 12, 2020
Anywhere
$10 – $25
Mission Jolly: A Holiday Online Extravaganza!
“Mission Jolly: a Holiday Online Extravaganza!” is a free, two-day, family-oriented, virtual event filled with performances, treasure hunts, activities, special guests and much more. To find out if the elves succeed on their mission, register at missionjolly.com and watch the main show on December 19th and 20th! Details
December 19 to 20, 2020
Online
Free