Canada Day Eve Movie Night at Quaker Foods City Square
Come spend Canada Day Eve with Us!
Join us on Tuesday, June 30, from 7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at Quaker Foods City Square for a free, family-friendly outdoor movie night to kick off Canada Day celebrations.
Activities begin at 7:30 p.m., and the movie starts at 9:00 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and snacks for a cozy evening under the stars.
Before the movie, the City of Peterborough will be handing out free popcorn and hosting a s’mores station where you can make your own s’mores. Then stick around for the movie — chosen by you through the poll!
Vote for which movie you want to watch!
We’ve selected four great films with Canadian connections—from cast and crew to filming locations and themes—and now we want YOU to choose the one we’ll show! Four movie options are listed below — vote on which movie you want to play on June 30. Cast your vote in the poll below by Friday, June 19.
Movie Option 1: The Art of Racing in the Rain
The Art of Racing in the Rain is a heartfelt and emotional story told through the eyes of Enzo, a devoted dog who shares the journey of his owner, race car driver Denny Swift, who is passionate about racing. Enzo’s perspective offers profound insights into the complexities of life, highlighting resilience and the powerful bond between humans and their pets.
The film was filmed in Vancouver and British Columbia, with additional on-track scenes shot at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park in Bowmanville, Ontario.
Movie Option 2: The Big Year
The Big Year follows three men competing to see who can spot and identify the most bird species in North America in a single year: Brad Harris, a computer programmer; Stu Preissler, a corporate CEO; and Kenny Bostick, a record-holding birding champion. As their obsession grows, the film explores the personal sacrifices, challenges, and unexpected friendships that come with chasing a “big year” in birding.
The film was primarily shot in British Columbia, with scenes filmed in Squamish and Vancouver, and Canadian bird experts were brought in as advisors during production.
Movie Option 3: Gnomeo & Juliet
Gnomeo and Juliet is a whimsical animated retelling of Shakespeare’s classic love story, following Gnomeo and Juliet—two garden gnomes from rival families who fall in love despite their feud. Filled with humor, action, and heart, the film follows their journey as they try to be together against all odds.
The film was mainly produced in Toronto and features work from Canadian CGI animation company Starz Animation
Movie Option 4: Butterfly Tale
Butterfly Tale is a heartwarming animated adventure about Patrick, a young monarch butterfly born with an undeveloped wing who can’t fly. He sets off on a journey across North America to follow his dream of flight, inspired by the real-life migration of monarch butterflies. The film features original songs by Shawn Mendes and Johnny Orlando.
This film was made in Montreal as a Canadian production, featuring Canadian voice actors and a creative team of Canadian artists.
Please vote below to let us know which of these four great movie options you'd like to see screened!