Introducing the very first Space Jam! Brace yourselves for an invasion of the Peterborough music scene with our DJs will be spinning house, techno and breakbeat records all evening long. Hosted by Dixie Q and featuring Teebs (DJ Pete) and Noah William (AWYEAH!).

You like to dance. We like to rock. Let's put the two together and help raise money for a great cause, the 2020 Ride To Conquer Cancer. Our lead singer Jean is joining the Peterborough Derailleurs on this 220 km ride to raise funds for cancer research. Come on out for a great evening of tunes and help make the Ride a success.

Hip-hop heads gather from far and wide to combine the elements (lyricism, breakdancing, djing, and fashion) to amaze and astound. Former Peterborough resident, Forest Gumption, returns to celebrate the release of his EP "Lofi Til I Die." Meanwhile, long time friend Will Campbell, launches a new campaign for his breakdance clothing line Quiet Confidance Apparel.

Join us for an evening of dancing and a showcase of Black performers in observance of Black History Month 2020. Featured artists include: Beth Bekele, Don Soul, Mongiwa Khumalo, Boho Fab, JONCRO, Dixie Que, DJ Cornbread and DJ Honey Ham. In addition to this astounding lineup, the Centre for Women and Trans People will be announcing the recipient of the first annual Charlie Earle Micro Grant for Black Women Artists.

Former Peterborough resident, Michael C. Duguay, returns to Peterborough in epic fashion to play hits from his most recent release "Summer Flight Lasts Forever," for which Michael has recieved praise as a "punk rock poet whose performances are equal parts adroit pop and avant-garde." Supporting artists Oberge and Sing Leaf will also take the stage to bring an eclectic flavour to the evening.

A full lineup of high energy rock bands! Royal Tusk's "Thunder on the Tundra," tour is coming to Peterborough on March 4th, 2020, featuring the Alberta rockers themselves. The lineup dives even deeper with two equally high profile supporting acts, BRKN LOVE and Ready the Prince.

An eclectic evening of folk music, performative art and visual projections! This uniquely humble event will feature singer-songwriter David James Allen and his band, playing their wide-ranging alt-country, folk, blues and gospel hits. Playing alongside are esteemed local acts Nick Prosychyn and the Bad Milk, Little Rapids, as well as projection art by Mary Doust and Amy Liden.

BREAK OUT YOUR 90s SWAG! Mossworks Photography is having a 90s Dance Party and Pole Dancing Show on Friday the 13th...as to tempt fate! Witness an amazing lineup of performances by Pole Dancing PTBO and music spun by DJ Pete Teebo! Photography will be provided by Samantha Moss, so make sure to bring your 90s best.

Chris Molyneaux Jazz Trio (CMJT) is riding into town on a tidal wave of green beer. Join them and Standard Time for an evening of drinking and jazz. CMJT is made up of three very talented musicians whose friendship began during their years at Humber College. Join Chris Molyneaux (sax, EWI, keys), Wesley Collet-Taylor (bass), and Mark Athanasiadis (drums) on Saturday, March 14th.

TACSU (Trent African and Caribbean Student Union) has a main focus to provide Trent students, Canadian and International alike, with exposure to the culture of their countries. Join TACSU for "ROYALTY," a formal dinner and awards ceremony for their student community.

Big choruses, good vibes and a shot of adrenaline. Texas King are hot off their tour with Big Wreck and eager to wow audiences with their incredible live show performance. Alongside supporting acts, The Jailbirds, The New Blue and Fiasco, this is sure to be a night to remember.

Come one, come all, to the Trent Queer Collective presents Annual Drag Show and Cabaret! Reclaiming noir this semester, we are proud to present "Noir Night," a night to put on your best noir and recreate what it means to you in a queer context. It will be classy, fun, ENGAGING, and most of all, a Night to Put the noir in our rainbow.

An evening of amazing mentalism, astonishing psychic abilities, mind reading, and an exploration of the mystical forces of the mind. Mentalists Ian Crawford and John Roldan will expand our perception about what is possible. Proceeds will support The Alzheimer Society of Peterborough, Kawartha Lake, Northumberland, Haliburton.

That's a lotta bands.

On Friday, December 3rd, we are reopening the doors to the Gordon Best Theatre, which has been closed for over 600 days due to the ongoing global pandemic.

Welcome the return of live music at the Gordon Best Theatre and be softened by folk music from Le Ren, Cedric Noel, and Mary-Kate Edwards.

Icesis Couture, the winner of Canada's Drag Race Season 2 is in Peterborough for one night only! Hosted by Rowena Whey, the Queen of Wheat, and featuring performances by Sahira Q and Betty Baker.

Welcome to Coffeehouse Vibes at the Gordon Best Theatre. Indulge in the time-honoured warmth of music, poetry, performance, and community.

Art Crawl afterparty!!! By Cameron's Brewing. DJ lineup to be announced.

Kiki Coe and Sanjina Dabish Queen, stars of OutTV's newest hit show Call Me Mother for the first time! Hosted by Rowena Whey, Kingston's Queen of Wheat, and featuring performances by local Drag artists Sahira Q and Betty Baker

Benj Rowland welcomes you to the release of his new album, Community Garden, alongside special guests J.J. Swinn And The Haymakers and Kayla Mahomed

Will Campbell is turning 26 in style with the help of his pals. The night will be filled with dancing, rapping, singing, cold beer, and food at the end of the night. Theme: Over 90 Club so please dress up as your favourite geriatric.

Grab your Windbreakers and Polly-Pockets, it’s time for the HOTTEST Queer Dance party (and show). Join your host, Local Drag Queen: Just Janis, as we go BACK to the 80’s baby!!

Their first performance together in Peterborough since 2020, Evangeline Gentle and band (Nick Ferrio, Charlie Glasspool, Matt Greco, Derek Bell) look forward to sharing this long-awaited evening with you.

Join us for the first latin dance party of 2022! After a long wait, it’s time to bring the fire back to the dance floor. Bring your friends and enjoy a night of dancing, drinks and fun at the Gordon Best Theatre (above the Only). New to dancing? Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered with a salsa and bachata basics lesson at 9pm.

Join SKP Entertainment for Volume 2 of the First Friday Art Crawl After Party! You are invited to help build this awesome community for great art, music and the best dance floor in Peterborough.

Turntablist "DJ LK" is spinning in Peterborough for the first time! 9pm-1am at the Gordon Best Theatre. $5 or PWYC.

Join us for the second latin dance party of 2022! After a long wait, it’s time to bring the fire back to the dance floor. Bring your friends and enjoy a night of dancing, drinks and fun at the Gordon Best Theatre (above the Only). New to dancing? Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered with a salsa and bachata basics lesson at 9pm.

Join SKP Entertainment for Volume 2 of the First Friday Art Crawl After Party! You are invited to help build this awesome community for great art, music and the best dance floor in Peterborough.

Sunday Crisp hits Gordon Best Theatre on the Peterborough stop of their Bateau Ride Stadium Tour. Opening sets from River Jensen and TBA.

An evening of the strange and wonderful. Lukas will be defying the odds and doing the impossible. Mind reading, stunts, & chaos.

Join your Host, local drag queen: Just Janis and her guests, Pepper Maché, Cira Flexion, Adelyn Vain and DJ AWYEAH! In your BEST low- rise jeans and Von Dutch hats, as we dance the 90s AWAY!

An entrancing evening of flamenco jazz music and dance from Spain and Canada, led by award-winning flamenco flautist, Lara Wong.

Get READY for a night of gliding to music by DJ AWYEAH! only at The Best. Featuring drag performances by Betty Baker, Madeleine, & Violet Seductions. Hosted by Sahira Q. Prizes for Best Mask, Best Dressed, Worst Mask, and more!

Celebrate an evening of Indie-Rock with Vancouver's Apollo Ghosts and Peterborough's Martian Broadcloak and Earthen Dolls.

Second City PROS & Local JOES deliver laughs by making up scenes and characters in games & scenework. Smart improv comedy at it's best!

Flamencolia Dance Company presents FLAMENCO VIVO!, a thrilling evening of live flamenco music and dance.

Friday night punk rock at the Gordon Best Theatre!

Join the queens of Haus Down Boots for a farewell event for Betty Baker.

Second City PROS & Local JOES deliver laughs by making up scenes and characters in games & scenework. Smart improv comedy at it's best!

We Waited for it and Dee's new album, Fresh Air Fantasy is finally here and will be performed live at the Gordon Best Theatre! Supporting performances by DJ Frost, Donny G, Chuck Nasty, Psiblingz, Zillah & VHSpositive

Let's lift each other up out of the swamps of nothingness! ❤ Door: $10 or pay what you can - band starts at 8:30 PM - three sets!

FIRST FRIDAY Art Crawl After Party. Volume 5. The perfect night out. Check out all the amazing galleries and venues that downtown has to offer and then come dance and enjoy music, art and performance at the Gordon best theatre. See you on the dancefloor.

Emerging local artists offering a mix of music for your heart, soul & spirit. Borderless Music & Arts Festival is celebrating 5 years in Nogojiwanong Peterborough!

On September 10, we are debuting Van The Man at the Gordon Best Theatre! Thank you so much! I can’t wait to see you there:)) We vibin!!

A DUBZ graces the Gordon Best Stage for the second time in 2022 - this time with a backing band, playing originals, hip-hop classics, rock covers, and comedy tracks you've come to know and love from A DUBZ's alter-ego, Aedan Shaughnessy.

Come check out some unique Peterborough bands at the Gordon Best Theatre! $5 cover!

Second City PROS & Local JOES deliver laughs by making up scenes and characters in games & scenework. Smart improv comedy at it's best!

FIRST FRIDAY Art Crawl After Party. Volume 5. The perfect night out. Check out all the amazing galleries and venues that downtown has to offer and then come dance and enjoy music, art and performance at the Gordon best theatre. See you on the dancefloor.

Who likes BA? You like BA! Who likes Beef Boys? No one likes Beef Boys! But we all love Satan Come have a romp with the captain and his crew, and hopefully a few of their stowaways The Bad Milk.

Kissably Klean Bidet Company Presents: Static Razor's 40th B'DAY Thrash Blast, a wild night of revelry in celebration of Static's 40th year on Earth!

Second City PROS & Local JOES deliver laughs by making up scenes and characters in games & scenework. Smart improv comedy at it's best!

FIRST FRIDAY Art Crawl After Party. Volume 5. The perfect night out. Check out all the amazing galleries and venues that downtown has to offer and then come dance and enjoy music, art and performance at the Gordon best theatre. See you on the dancefloor.

First Born Son, Pop Culture Icons (Ottawa), and Vangelism in Peterborough for a night of rock and/or roll at Gordon Best Theatre. VANGELISM - vangelism.bandcamp.com POP CULTURE ICONS -www.PopCultureIcons.com FIRST BORN SON - https://linktr.ee/Firstbornson

Music Spun by DJ Frost, Chuck Nasty, Dee, Donny G, Zillah, Young Phoenix, Forest Gumption, Roch

Drag Performances by Lily Padz and Banshii Waylon, Live music by No Small Affair

FIRST FRIDAY Art Crawl After Party. Volume 9. The perfect night out. Check out all the amazing galleries and venues that downtown has to offer and then come dance and enjoy music, art and performance at the Gordon best theatre. See you on the dancefloor.

Come away and dream with us on Saturday, February 11th for the Haus of Q's Annual Love Ball. Join Sahira Q, Betty Baker, Madeleine, Banshii Waylon, Lily Q Padz, and DJ AWYEAH for a night of drag, love, expression, joy, and celebration. As always this event will be wrapping up self-love week. Doors at 7. Show at 8. Dance at 10. Only at the Gordon Best Theatre (216 Hunter St W). These tickets go fast! Get them now for $20 each. And, don't forget to tip your queens! No one will be turned away for lack of funds. But assholes will be turned away for lack of fun. Sponsored by the Trent Music Society.

Second City PROS & Local JOES deliver laughs by making up scenes and characters in games & scenework. Smart improv comedy at it's best!

We have amazing music, games, snacks, prizes, raffle prizes, and a wonderful silent auction table. Silent auction closes at 9pm. Raffle prizes will be drawn at 8:20pm and 9pm.

Official after party for the First Friday Peterborough. Sponsored by Camerons Brewing. This event is going to be amazing. Come join the best dance floor in Peterborough!

Come and celebrate a night of music with your pals and help celebrate the birth of our friend Julia Fenn!

🚨 AFROBANA IS BACK 🚨 You read it right, it’s a TOONIE ALL NIGHT. Come thru for the party of the semester good music and vibes! 🔥🔥

We are back with our 3rd volume of After Dark. Featuring some of Peterborough's finest electronic music at a venue that we all love.

Welcome to March, the month that starts in winter and ends in spring. 🌱

Velocity VIP Experience is a live dance performance celebrating the talents of dancers both in and outside our community. Utilizing the Hip Hop & Heels dance styles, this high energy event will be full of excitement and glamour. Join our VIP event and get an exclusive look at what Velocity School of Dance has to offer!

Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Benj Rowland returns to Gordon Best Theatre on April 1 with fellow folk artist Meredith Moon opening the evening.

Official after party for the First Friday Peterborough. Sponsored by Camerons Brewing. This event is going to be amazing. Come join the best dance floor in Peterborough!

Second City PROS & Local JOES deliver laughs by making up scenes and characters in games & scenework. Smart improv comedy at it's best!

Melissa Payne returns to the Gordon Best Theatre in celebration of her upcoming single “Summer Soltice Night". Joined by East Coast solo artist R.C. Stanley (Matt Mays Band) who will be performing newly released music “Deadbeat Story (Following Me)” and “Smoke in the Wind” among others, during his Peterborough debut.

Come join the BEEF BOYS, Anomalia, & SUN RARARA as we say farewell to our favourite Chef before he travels westward for the summer. This is your last chance to catch the BEEF BOYS in action until the fall and it just might be your last chance to catch SUN RARARA before they fly off planet.

Featuring Headliner Nigel Grinstead (Just For Laughs, CTV), Allie Perase (Just for Laughs, CBC's New Wave of Comedy, Writer for Letterkenny), Peter Saran (The Comedy Lab) & Host Ben McKay (Edinburgh Fringe Festival)

We are back with our 4th installment of After Dark. Featuring some of Peterborough's finest electronic music at a venue that we all love.

Together for five years, Paul DeLong’s ONE WORD is a seamless fit of five extraordinarily talented artists whose stunning performances of fusion classics by The Mahavishnu Orchestra, Weather Report, Jean-Luc Ponty, Return to Forever, Allan Holdsworth and many more. Beautiful and powerful, their music will keep you mesmerized.

Official after party for the First Friday Peterborough. Sponsored by Camerons Brewing. This event is going to be amazing. Come join the best dance floor in Peterborough!

Join two Drag Hauses for a night of performances and dance, along with DJ Noah.

Join us for a wonderful evening of music and poetry at the Gordon Best Theatre featuring Status/Non-Status, Zoon, and Sarah Lewis.

Peterborough's local pop champions are playing live at the next FIRST FRIDAY art crawl afterparty. Their good friends from New York, RONI are opening the night. After the live music wraps up, DJ Teebs will provide big beats for the dancefloor until the theatre shuts down. This one is not to be missed.

Join us for a night of laughs at the Gordon Best Theatre! Featuring Headliner Jarrett Cambell (MTV, Comedy Network, CBC, SiriusXM and his debut comedy album, Straight White Fail, was nominated for Comedy Album of the Year at the 2020 Junos) + Jesse Singh (Just for Laughs Toronto), Hannah Veldhoen (Dark Comedy Festival), & Host Ben McKay (Edinburgh Fringe Festival).

This will be last show for the foreseeable future with River Jensen. Forest Gumption and the Greasers will be slappin' up the stage as well to make sure that the last night is done right.

Borderless Music & Arts Festival is a multidisciplinary arts showcase that centres women, BIPOC, intersectional identities, and inclusive community-building with a mosaic of music, dance, visual art, drag, poetry, comedy, circus, and film.

BORDERLESS MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL DAY 2 featuring Ombiigizi, Singing Wild Rice Girl, Will Ward, and hosted by Danny Taro.