This Weekend in Cobourg: May 1-3
Welcome to the first weekend of May in Cobourg—where the waterfront comes to life and the calendar is packed from morning to night. From the opening of the beloved Cobourg Farmers’ Market and the buzz of the spring boat lift at the Cobourg Marina, to unforgettable nights out with live music, date night experiences, and community events like the Firehouse Subs Fundraiser—there’s something around every corner. And at the heart of it all, don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of Cinderella: The Enchanted Edition at Victoria Hall before its final curtain.
📅 Friday, May 1
- 10:00 AM – Zumba (Cobourg Community Centre)
- 4:00 PM – Papa’s Pizzaland Fundraiser (541 William St)
- 5:00 PM – Dinner Theatre: Where You Are (Best Western Plus Cobourg Inn & Convention Centre)
- 6:00 PM – Friday Night Cruise-In (727 William St – Big Boy Parking Lot)
- 6:00 PM – Axe Throwing Date Night (Warriors Axe Throwing)
- 7:00 PM – Cinderella: The Enchanted Edition (Victoria Hall Concert Hall)
- 7:30 PM – Karaoke with Cait Sheppard (Kelly’s Homelike Inn)
📅 Saturday, May 2
- 7:00 AM – Cobourg Farmers Market Opening Day (Rotary Harbourfront Park)
- 8:00 AM – Northumberland Pickleball Classic (Cobourg Community Centre)
- 8:00 AM – Spring Boat Launch (Cobourg Marina)
- 11:00 AM – Firehouse Subs Fundraiser w/ Firefighters (Firehouse Subs Cobourg)
- 11:00 AM – Plant Fundraiser (Justin's Pet Store for Marley’s Pet Rescue)
- 1:00 PM – Women With Cinema Cameras Film Series (The Canadian Women in Film Museum, Marie Dressler House Museum)
- 1:00 PM – Pet Nail Trim & Photoshoot Fundraiser (Justin’s Pet Store for Marley’s Pet Rescue)
- 1:30 PM – Cinderella: The Enchanted Edition (Victoria Hall Concert Hall)
- 4:00 PM – Live Music: Thrills on Third (Kelly's Homelike Inn)
- 5:00 PM – Dinner Theatre: Where You Are (Best Western Plus Cobourg Inn & Convention Centre)
- 6:00 PM – Live Music: Chris Devlin (Craft Food House)
- 7:00 PM – Cinderella: The Enchanted Edition (Victoria Hall Concert Hall)
- 7:00 PM – Karaoke Saturdays (The County Heaven Pub & Grill)
- 7:00 PM – Les AMIS: Quatuor Magenta (Trinity United Church)
- 7:30 PM – Rock ‘n Roll Dance Party (Cobourg Lions Community Centre)
📅 Sunday, May 3
- 8:00 AM – Spring Boat Launch (Cobourg Marina)
- 1:30 PM – Cinderella: The Enchanted Edition (Victoria Hall Concert Hall)
- 3:00 PM – All Things Good & Lovely Concert with the Good Lovelies & La Jeunesse Choir (Trinity United Church)
- 5:00 PM – Dinner Theatre: Where You Are (Best Western Plus Cobourg Inn & Convention Centre)
- 5:00 PM – Rest & Restore Yoga (Cobourg Tae Kwon Do Studio)
Whether you’re planning a romantic night out, a day at the Cobourg Farmers' Market, or an entire weekend getaway, Cobourg is your go-to destination to kick off May. Take in live performances, enjoy incredible local events like The Good Lovelies in concert, explore the waterfront during the boat lift, and soak up the energy of a community coming alive for the season. However you spend it—make it memorable, make it local, and make it Cobourg.
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