Special Events
Special events are a big part of what makes us who we are!
2023 Annual Fun Run/Walk Fundraiser
Our 12th Annual Fun Run/Walk returns on Saturday, June 3, 2023! Come join us by walking or running through the grounds at Riverview Park and Zoo. Both 1K and 5K options are available for all ages. Registration remains open until May 26, or you can also register at the Park and Zoo on race day at 7:00 a.m..
- 1K Rate - $30 per child and $35 per adult
- 5K Rate - $35 per child and $40 per adult
The Annual Fun Run is a vital fundraiser for Riverview Park and Zoo. By participating, you'll be helping raise money toward the refurbishment of the outdoor meerkat habitat and exhibit. Anyone interested in helping us reach this year's goal can also make a donation on our website.
2023 Peterborough Children’s Water Festival
Registration is already full for this year's Festival to be held May 30 and May 31, 2023. We’re looking forward to being live and in-person once again! You can find more water info and educator resources by visiting the PCWF website.
PLEASE NOTE that the Riverview Park and Zoo parking lot will be very busy on these days. Buses are not permitted on site and must unload and load in the designated areas.
The PCWF is offered to local youth in Grades 2 to 5 at schools within Peterborough City and County. It provides the opportunity to discover the importance and diversity of water through activities that are both educational and fun for students and teachers.
Summer Sunday Concerts in the Park
Every other Sunday afternoon from Victoria Day weekend until Labour Day, the park fills with music from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. with our Summer Sunday Concert series.
Bring your lawn chair and join us at the Gazebo to listen to fabulous local bands playing a variety of music genres.
2nd Edition Puzzle - Miniature Train Fundraiser
Our 2nd edition 308-piece, 11 X 17" puzzle of our current 1860 locomotive replica has helped to raise $7,500 toward our Capital Campaign to replace the train ride.
If you're interested in purchasing one, you can try either the Art Gallery of Peterborough or House of Scales who are continuing to help sell them while their quantities last! Otherwise, puzzles will be available to purchase in our Gift Shop when it reopens following the Victoria Day weekend.
Thanks to the organizations already on board our Train Campaign:
Active Chiropractic and Wellness Centre, Brant Basics, Ross and Ann Dobbin, Ennismore Pharmacy, Fork in the Road Country Market, Griffins Greenhouse, House of Scales, Kawartha Rotary, Kiwanis Club of Peterborough, Knights of Columbus, Patrick McAuley Group of Realtors, Peterborough Accident Report Services Ltd., Peterborough Kinsmen, and all the train seat sponsors and train campaign donors.
Together we've already reached $250,000 toward the new train ride.
