June is Recreation and Parks Month 2026

Peterborough Celebrates Recreation and Parks Month

Each June, communities across Ontario celebrate June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM). JRPM is recognized by municipalities, community organizations, and schools as a way of promoting the benefits of being active and recognizing the contribution that recreation and parks make to quality of life.

Access to park and recreation is a fundamental human need that helps foster personal health, strong communities, and social inclusion. JRPM celebrates Ontario’s spectacular parks and recreation services and raises awareness for the role they play as a pathway to individual, community, and environmental well-being.

About JRPM:  

June is Recreation and Parks Month is an initiative of Parks and Recreation Ontario (PRO). PRO is a non-profit association of leaders in recreation and parks that advances the health, social, and environmental benefits of quality recreation and parks. For more information on PRO, please visit www.prontario.org

June is Recreation and Parks Month Calendar

See the full list of daily events and FREE activities throughout for June is Recreation and Parks Month below. You can also see the PDF version of the JRPM Calendar by clicking the button below.

Monday, June 1

Visit the Peterborough Museum and Archives.
Open Monday to Friday, 9 - 5 PM and Saturday and Sunday from 12 - 5 PM.

Patron Appreciation Day at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre.

Nursery Swim at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre from 8 - 8:45 AM.

Learn to Play Pickleball at Bonnerworth Park from 5:45 - 6:45 PM.

Check out the Parks and Trails at the Riverview Park and Zoo.

Accessibility Skate from 6 to 8 PM at the Miskin Law Community Complex.

Family Sunday from 1 - 4 PM at the Art Gallery of Peterborough.

Lane Swim from 9:45 - 11:30 AM at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre.

Summer Recreation Program Registration for Wellness Centre Members opens at 7 AM.

Summer Program Registration for the public opens at 7 AM.

Drop-in Darts at the McDonnel St. Community Centre from 12:30 PM

Drop-in Sports at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre.

Try It Summer Camp Day from 8:30 - 12 PM at the Sport and Wellness Centre.

Try It Summer Day Camp is a free opportunity for children to experience the fun and excitement of camp in a welcoming, supportive environment. Kids will get to try a variety of camp activities and make new friends. Perfect for families who want to give their child a chance to “try out” camp before committing to a full program.

Last Day for the "We Wear Many Hats" Exhibit at the Peterborough Museum and Archives.

Drop-in Sports at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre.

Adult Leisure Shuffleboard from 9:30 - 11:30 AM at the McDonnel St. Community Centre.

Open Swim from 12:30 - 1:30 PM at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre.

Adult Leisure Drop-in Darts from 12:30 - 3 PM at the McDonnel St. Community Centre.

Check out the Peterborough Bike Pump Track at Bonnerworth Park.

Volunteer Parks Clean Up at Millennium Park from 10 - 12 PM.

Life Jacket Fit Check from 12:30 - 2:30 PM at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre.

Reminder! Register for Summer Day Camps and Instructional Sport Camps.

Adult Leisure Painting in the Park from 11:30 - 1:30 PM at Jackson Park.

Adult Leisure Workshop: “Appy Hour” from 10 - 12 PM at the McDonnel St. Community Centre (Registration Required).

Learn to Play Pickleball from 3:30 - 4:30 PM at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre in Gym A.

Family Fun Swim at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre from 6:45 - 7:45 PM.

The Beach and Wading Pools Open! 

Cool Off! Check out the indoor walking track at the Miskin Law Community Complex.

City of Peterborough Recreation Summer Day Camps and Instructional Sport Camps Start!
Have you registered?

Adult Leisure Shuffleboard from 9:30 - 11:30 AM at the McDonnel St. Community Centre.

Contact Us

City Hall
500 George St. N.
Peterborough, ON
K9H 3R9

Phone: 705-742-7777
Toll Free: 1-855-738-3755
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