Celebration
New this week

City of Peterborough presents National Public Works Week Celebration

Date:Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Time:10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location:    Nicholls Oval (725 Armour Rd., Peterborough)
Cost:Free

In celebration of National Public Works Week (May 17-23), the City of Peterborough is inviting residents to get an up-close look at the city's public works vehicles and equipment during "Touch a Truck," see live demonstrations by city arborists of safe tree climbing practices, and participate in a guided tree identification walk through the park. A total of 300 two-gallon potted trees (tulip tree, serviceberry, eastern redbud, white oak, and freeman maple will be available to registered city residents (limit of one tree per address).

For more information and to register for the tree giveaway, visit https://www.peterborough.ca/trees.