Fun Things to Do This Labour Day Weekend 2026 Peterborough

Labour Day Weekend 2026 in Peterborough

This year, Labour Day Weekend is from September 4th - 7th. While parents may be excited about Back to School, (and kids upset) there is still time for one last weekend of summer fun before the school year begins.


Labour Day Events Peterborough 2026


Labour Day Picnic in Lindsay


When: September 06, 2026 at 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST

Where: Memorial Park, 367 Lindsay St. S. Lindsay, ON


Details: A Labour day picnic for the community with food, refreshments, music, door prizes, all free.


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Port Perry Fair


When: September 5 - September 7, 2026

Where:
Port Perry Fairgrounds - 15835 Old Simcoe Rd, Port Perry, ON


Details: A Labour day picnic for the community with food, refreshments, music, door prizes, all free.


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Peterborough Labour Day BBQ


When: September 7th, 2026

Where:
Nicholls Oval Park - 725 Armour Rd


Details: Join us Labour Day for a BBQ with Children's Activities, Music and Great Food!


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Kinmount Fair


When: September 4th - 6th

Where:
County Road 503 &, 80 Fire Route 374a, Reid St, Trent Lakes, ON


Details: Features livestock competitions, agricultural exhibits, horse shows, and midway attractions.


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Kawartha Arts Festival


When: September 5th and 6th, 2026

Where:
Fenelon Falls Fairgrounds, 27 Veterans Way, Kawartha Lakes, ON


Details: Features juried artists displaying paintings, sculpture, pottery, and jewellery with live demonstrations and family activities.


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Handley Lumber KidsFest


When: September 4 to 6, 2026, 10 am to 5 pm

Where:
99 Francis St W, Fenelon Falls, ON 


Details: Features free family activities, pony rides, live performances, and interactive games at Maryboro Lodge Museum.


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Healthy Back to School Snacks

Simply Protein - Convenient, high-protein snack bars available in multiple flavors, packed with 12-13g of protein per bar.


Good To Go - Canadian-made, gluten-free snack bars with just 5g of sugar and at least 6g of fibre per bar, available in multiple flavors.


Eat Love - Plant-based, gluten-free energy bars made with clean, real ingredients, featuring a chewy, crunchy center surrounded by rich dark chocolate.


Hornby - Canadian-made organic energy bars made with rolled oats, nut or seed butter, and honey, available in multiple flavors.


Healthy Back to School Lunches

EnviroKids Cereal - Combines nutritious breakfast with conservation efforts, supporting animal habitat protection with every purchase.


Nuts To You - Peanut butter is made with non-GMO, allergen-free ingredients and comes in recyclable glass jars with BPA-free metal lids.


Crofter's - 100% fruit spreads sweetened with organic apple juice concentrate and contain 1/3 less calories than traditional jam.


Drinks

Kiju - Made with 100% organic fruit, non-GMO, and provide a good source of Vitamin C for active days.


Roar - Packed with electrolytes, antioxidants, and essential vitamins including B12, B5, B6, and C for daily hydration and wellness.


WakeWater - Naturally flavored mineral-enriched drink packed with essential nutrients to sustain energy levels and boost productivity.

Conclusion


There are many awesome events going on in our area for Labour Day Weekend. In addition to that, you can make sure you're ready for Back-to-School by visiting our store and stocking up on all the essentials. Come on in to one of our stores and an associate would be happy to help you find the products you need for the first day of school.


We all hope you have an amazing school year!

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