💼Frights, Flights & Friday Nights

Good morning, PTBO! Costumes are out, pumpkins are glowing, and the city’s alive with that spooky meets sporty buzz. Between the Petes hitting the ice early, burgers battling for charity, and Halloween parties that won’t quit, there’s plenty to keep the weekend rolling.

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The City of Peterborough is partnering with Ticketmaster as its new ticketing provider, bringing mobile tickets, easier transfers and a smoother buying experience to local venues. The change starts Nov 9th with all future events, including Petes and Lakers games, moving to the platform for a more seamless fan experience.

Trent University just landed a $359,000 grant from TD Bank Group to expand its University Green Network, an 868-acre stretch of campus dedicated to conservation, Indigenous Knowledge, and hands-on learning. Over the next three years, the funding will help restore habitats, build wildlife corridors, and grow new cultural and ecological spaces through the Ggwepnandizamin Plan.

Saturday’s Petes game against the Kingston Frontenacs now starts at 4:05 p.m. instead of 7:05 p.m. to dodge a possible World Series Game 7 clash between the Blue Jays and Dodgers. The change stays either way, so fans can catch both the puck and the pitch without missing a beat.

🍔 United Way Fires Up the Grill: The United Way of Peterborough and District is launching its first-ever Ultimate Burger Battle this November, with eight local spots in the ring. Each “Ultimate Burger” sold sends $2 straight back into community programs. The contest runs Nov 1–30, featuring Dirty Burger, Agave, The Vine, The Loon, The Chemong Lodge, Double Dz’s, Pizza Villa and The Rink Tap & Grill. Grab a burger, rate your fave, and support local one bite at a time.

Events marked with (Tickets/$) require advance purchase. Double-check dates before heading out!

🎃 The Graveyard Gala: The Venue transforms into a full-blown fright fest this Halloween with live sets from Roses Reloaded and DJ Morgan Starr, plus over $3,000 in costume prizes for the scariest, funniest and boldest looks. 8 PM The Venue ($)

🎃 Adult Trick or Treat Night: Springville Tap n’ Grill is serving spooky vibes with dancing, charcuterie and a wicked Halloween setup once the kids head home. Costumes encouraged and prizes up for grabs. 9 PM Springville Tap n’ Grill

⚾ World Series Watch Party: Cheer on the Blue Jays at free outdoor watch parties with snacks, vendors and big-screen action at Quaker Foods City Square. Bring chairs, blankets and plenty of team spirit. 6 PM Quaker Foods City Square

🎶 Halloween Bash: Brisk Recharge, Ian Clement and Dylan Marcel bring a full night of live music, costumes and chaos to The Puck ’N Pint. No cover, just spooky vibes and loud tunes till midnight. 8 PM Puck ’N Pint Sports Pub

🎸 Blues, Roots & Soul Night: The Johnny Max Band and Dylan Wickens team up for an evening of rhythm, soul and powerhouse blues at Market Hall. Expect sharp guitar work, big energy and pure roadhouse spirit. 8 PM Market Hall Performing Arts Centre ($)

🏁 Grass Drags & Radar Runs: Peterborough Speedway hosts its annual showdown featuring snowmobiles, dirt bikes and 4-wheelers racing head-to-head in grass drags and radar runs. Food, speed and bragging rights all on tap. 12:30 PM Peterborough Speedway

🎃 Peterborough Pumpkin Parade: Give your jack-o’-lanterns one last glow at this free community event along the Rotary Greenway Trail. Bring your pumpkins and candles and join the parade. 6 PM Rotary Greenway Trail East City

🎸: Midlife Crisis Après Halloween Bash: The Venue keeps the Halloween spirit alive with live music from Midlife Crisis, costume prizes and giveaways all night long. Get ready for a night of big tunes and bigger laughs. 8 PM The Venue ($)

🎭 291: Opening night for this poetic retelling of the love story between artist Georgia O’Keeffe and photographer Alfred Stieglitz. Told through decades of handwritten letters, it captures how their art and devotion intertwined in a time before instant connection. 7:30 PM Peterborough Theatre Guild

🎃 Pumpkin Smash: Bring your own pumpkin, swing away with supplied bats and goggles, and know your smashed masterpieces will feed local farm animals. 1 PM 100 Acre Brewing Co.

🏒 Petes vs Frontenacs: The Petes hit the ice against Kingston in an afternoon matchup at the Memorial Centre. Expect a packed house and plenty of energy as Peterborough looks to climb the standings. 4:05 PM Peterborough Memorial Centre

😂 Laugh Like a Champ Comedy Show: Champ’s Sports Bar brings the laughs with Jeff Elliott headlining a stacked lineup of top Canadian comics, hosted by Andrew Oporto. Grab a drink, find a seat and get ready for a night of non-stop stand-up. 7:30 PM Champ’s Sports Bar ($)

🎨 Family Sunday: Get creative with free, drop-in art activities for all ages at the Art Gallery of Peterborough. Explore the exhibits, then make your own seasonal masterpiece in the studio. 1 PM Art Gallery of Peterborough

🎨 Rustic Sign Workshop: Create your own custom round maple sign at this family-friendly workshop led by Katie’s Rustic Décor. All materials are provided—just bring creativity and maybe a friend to laugh with. 2 PM Springville Tap n’ Grill

🛍️ Make It Handmade Market: Support local makers and check out everything from woodwork and crafts to baked goods and 3D prints at this artisan fair packed with creative talent. 10 AM 1550 Lansdowne St West

🌈 Bubble Show: Giant bubbles, bubble tricks and dazzling creations fill the air in this interactive show that’ll have kids clapping and laughing all evening. 5 PM Boston Pizza Rye St

😂 GPHSF Comedy Night: D.J. Demers headlines a night of top Canadian comedy alongside Casey Corbin and host Drew Behm, all in support of the Peterborough Family Health Team’s clinics. Big laughs for a great local cause. 8 PM Market Hall Performing Arts Centre ($)

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LIVE MUSIC

Friday 10.31
Georgia Rose / Odd Man Rush | Black Horse Pub | 5 & 9 PM
Cale Crowe | McThirsty’s Pint | 4 PM
Halloween Karaoke | Crook & Coffer | 8:30 PM
Andrew Queen / The Fabulous Tonemasters | Jethro’s Bar + Stage | 8 & 10 PM
Haunted Sadleir House w/ Gnostic Front, Olias & Tapeworm’s J Mummy | The John at Sadleir House | 8 PM
My Fair Lady w/ Nothing Serious | Pig’s Ear Tavern | 8 PM
Graveyard Gala w/ Roses Reloaded | The Venue | 9 PM

Saturday 11.1
Featherweight / High Waters Band | Black Horse Pub | 5 & 9 PM
Ron MacDonald & Friends / Doug Horner | Crook & Coffer | 2:30 & 7 PM
The Kissers / Diamond Dave & The Smoke Eaters | Jethro’s Bar + Stage | 8 & 10 PM
Pulsar w/ Mourning Wood & After the Horizon | The John at Sadleir House | 8 PM
Little Fire Collective / The Garage Cult | Pig’s Ear Tavern | 4 & 9 PM
Midlife Crisis Après Halloween Bash | The Venue | 8 PM

Sunday 11.2
Doug Horner | 100 Acre Brewing Co. | 3 PM
Live Music TBA | Black Horse Pub | 4 PM
Johanna Fischer-Vanderleeuw | Rolling Grape Vineyard | 2 PM
Karaoke & Open Mic | McThirsty’s Pint | 8 PM
Blues Jam | Jethro’s Bar + Stage | 3 PM

You stay classy Peterborough, and thank you again for reading!

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