A World of Colour: Mahone Bay Quilters’ Guild Show and Sale

Mahone Bay Centre 45 School Street, Mahone Bay

"Mahone Bay Quilters Guild presents A World of Colour Quilt Show and Sale Come experience the exceptional talents of our guild members. New this year! We will have a display on the history of quilting as well as some quilting demos. Friday September 27th 10am - 5pmSaturday September 28th 10am - 5pmSunday September 29th 10am […]

$6

Second Story September Stride

Join us for a 5k fun run (or walk) on the trail from the Centre at 18 Dufferin St, Lunenburg (back parking lot). All ages and abilities welcome! This will not be a chipped race. Registration is $25 including t-shirt, or $0 if cost is a barrier. Visit RaceRoster to register. Proceeds from this fundraiser […]

$25

National Day of Truth and Reconciliation Event

Margaret Hennigar Public Library 135 North Park Street, Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, Canada

WELCOME SIGN UNVEILING AND MA’KIT’S DOLL STORYTELLING We’ll be unveiling brand new SSPL welcome signage created by local Mi’kmaw artist Jessica Jerome after which we’ll be joined by Rowan Currie who will lead us in learning about Mi’kmaw Elder, Ma’kit Poulette and her experience at Shubenacadie Residential School making rag dolls. There will be a […]

Free

Almond Harvest Celebration

Aberdeen Park 25 Elm Street, Bridgewater

Harvest almonds at the Bridgewater Community Gardens and share in cultural dishes from around the world that feature the versatile nut! In partnership with the Bridgewater multicultural association, come and enjoy or bring a dish from your culture that celebrates almonds or other nuts to share! A harvest demonstration and almond sharing will take place […]

Chester Playhouse presents Lucy MacNeil

Chester Playhouse 22 Pleasant Street, Chester, NS

"Lucy MacNeil brings her trio to your Chester Playhouse for an intimate show that takes you into the heart of Cape Breton. Lucy has been performing with the Barra MacNeils for 37 years. They come from a long tradition of Cape Breton music and dance that has been the foundation of creative pursuits over their […]

$33

Chester Playhouse presents James Mullinger

Chester Playhouse 22 Pleasant Street, Chester, NS

James Mullinger is celebrating 20 years working as a stand up comedian. And he is inviting you to join him in a unique and special show at James’ beloved Chester Playhouse!  James Mullinger has had a busy year – publishing a bestselling memoir, releasing a sitcom, launching a new stand up special as well as […]

$25 – $50

Feed.Build.Repair. An Up!Skilling Festival

Mahone Bay Centre 45 School Street, Mahone Bay

Join us for the all-day Up!Skilling Festival: Feed | Build | Repair at the Mahone Bay Centre, Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia. Want to learn how to save money, be more resilient and build relationships with your neighbours? Come on out! The Festival is jointly hosted by Transition Bay and the Town of Mahone Bay. Come […]

$15

3rd Annual Oktoberfest

68 Bluenose Drive 68 Bluenose Drive, Lunenburg, NS

The 3rd annual Oktoberfest celebration is a large event that celebrates our rich German heritage. Craft Beer Show with a live German band, the big Oktoberfest concert, inflatables, family friendly activities during the day such as Bavarian cookie decorating, inflatable, crafts & art, photo booth, face painting and much more. Special guests include, South Shore Genealogy […]

Free

2nd Annual Nova Scotia Fruit Pie Baking Contest and Sale

Trinity United Church 101 Edgewater Street, Mahone Bay, NS

Please contact festivalsofmahonebay@gmail.com if you'd like to compete in this contest. 12pm - Pie sale and judging2pm - Announcement of winners

Free

Textiles Reimagined

Lunenburg Art Gallery 194B Lincoln St., Lunenburg

Exhibition of textile art from members of The Textile Artists Collective.Tuesday 5th to Saturday the 9th, 11am-4 pm.Sunday the 10th, 11am until 2 pm. 

Free

Foraging Fun in Bridgewater

Shipyards Landing Bridgewater

All ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Free