Downeyville Homecoming & Jamboree and Kawartha Settlers’ Village - Bus Trip

The development of our project has been deeply rooted in community engagement and collaboration from its inception. There is a proud history of marking this important historic event in our community. The arrival of the Peter Robinson settlers was marked in special ways in 1830, 1897, 1925, 1927 and 2015 by many local volunteers and collaborators. Currently, our project benefits from the partnership of more than a dozen community organizations, with representation from across the Nogojiwanong-Peterborough region, all of whom have provided letters of support.

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Join a day trip to enjoy the activities and festivities happening in Downeyville at their annual ‘Homecoming &amp; Jamboree’.

Holiday Inn Peterborough-Waterfront, an IHG Hotel

Bicentennial 2025: the Peter Robinson Emigration

Join us this August in commemorating 200 years of the Peter Robinson Irish emigration. Participate in events that honour the spirit of community, heritage, resilience and the diverse legacy that continues to define Peterborough & Kawarthas region today.

Join a bus trip to enjoy the activities happening in Downeyville at their annual ‘Homecoming &amp; Jamboree’. This is the settlement area where the largest group of Peter Robinson Settlers made their home. Highlights include their beloved jamboree with music under a canopy tent, outdoor BBQ with food and drinks for purchase, local vendors and artisans and a wonderful historical display of Downeyville and the Peter Robinson immigration to the area inside the hall. The bus trip will first include a visit to Kawartha Settler’s Village in Bobcaygeon and Downeyville’s Pioneer Cemetery.  Good to Know: This bus trip requires ticket purchase in advance and is subject to availability. Tickets include return transportation from Holiday Inn and entrance to Kawartha Settler's Village. No entrance fee required for Downeyville Homecoming &amp; Jamboree. A BBQ dinner option is available on site but NOT included.

Agenda

Bus Departure time from Holiday Inn - please arrive 15 minutes in advance

Visit: Kawartha Settlers' Village, Bobcaygeon

Stop at Downeyville Pioneer Cemetery

Enjoy Downeyville Homecoming & Jamboree activities and BBQ at your leisure

Depart Downeyville 

Approximate return time - Holiday Inn

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