The fall colours are doing their thing, and this weekend has a good mix of pumpkins, a little spookiness, and live theatre. Here's what's on around Peterborough, Lakefield, and Lindsay, plus a couple of picks just outside town in Keene.

Keene Pumpkin Festival

Saturday, October 17 | 1137 Heritage Line, Keene

A full day of fall fun for the family: a kid zone with bouncy castles and face painting, a hay maze, a petting zoo, live music and performances, local food and vendors, quilt raffles, and an antique car and tractor show. The festival is known for its decorated pumpkin pyramid too. Dogs aren't permitted, other than certified service animals. Check thekeenepumpkinfestival.com for hours and admission.

Pumpkinfest at McLean's & Buckhorn Berry Farms

Saturday & Sunday, October 17–18 | 11:00 am to 5:00 pm | 3055 Berrie Road, Lakefield | Adults $14.49, kids 2–12 $13.49, family of four $53.98 (plus tax), under 2 free

Only two weekends left. Admission covers wagon rides to the pumpkin patch, mazes, barnyard animals, a pumpkin cannon, and the Haunted Forest and Haunted Hallway. Pumpkins are priced separately by size.

CLUE On Stage

Friday, October 16 at 7:30 pm | Saturday, October 17 at 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm | Sunday, October 18 at 2:00 pm | FLATO Academy Theatre, Lindsay

The classic whodunit hits the stage in Lindsay, with a few show times to choose from, including two matinees. A fun date night or family outing. Tickets are on the FLATO Academy Theatre site.

Investigate Lang Pioneer Village with the Paranormal Seekers

Friday, October 16 | 6:00–11:00 pm | Lang Pioneer Village Museum, 104 Lang Road, Keene | $40

Join paranormal investigators as they explore five historic buildings after dark, looking for supernatural activity. If you've been wanting a spooky night out that's a little different, this is it.

Peterborough Regional Farmers' Market

Saturday, October 17 | 8:00 am to 1:00 pm | Quaker Foods City Square, 215 Charlotte St, Peterborough

Seasonal produce, baked goods, handmade items, and ready-to-eat food from regional vendors. A good Saturday morning anchor before whatever else you've got planned.

That's the roundup! If you make it out to any of these, tell me about it. And if you know someone who's stuck for weekend plans, send this their way.

~ Tara