MAHONE BAY AND LUNENBURG FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

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Let coastal beauty inspire you at the Mahone Bay Home & Garden Tour – June 7-8, 2025. Embrace the charm of coastal living and the timeless beauty of this seaside town.

Hosted by the Mahone Bay Museum, this cherished event offers a rare opportunity to step inside six select properties - four unforgettable homes and three abundant spring gardens.

Experience these reflections of the Bay’s enduring relationship with the sea, craftsmanship and community on the self-guided tour.

Properties are open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on June 7 and 8. Your ticket allows you entry to each property once, on either day. Don’t miss this once-a-year opportunity for an insider’s view of the lifestyle enjoyed here.

Purchase your tickets here: https://mahonebaymuseum.com/hgtour/ 

Check back soon for 2025 dates and details. 

Come out and enjoy great music at the Mahone Bay Summer Concert Series presented by The Mahone Bay Music Association.

Every Wednesday until Sept 20 from 7-8 pm 

at the Mahone Bay Gazebo

Get ready to be mesmerized by the lively art, music and culture! On Sunday, August 3rd, 2025, from 12 noon to 4 pm, join us at Lunenburg War Memorial Arena at 19 Green Street to take part in a fantastic event; the 35th Annual Folk Art Festival. 

This is your chance to score some fabulous pieces with over 1,500 artworks up for auction and door prizes as well! Plus, enjoy music while you soak up that country atmosphere. 

Be sure to visit the Nova Scotia Folk Art Festival website for more details.

Head to the 4-day 2025 Lunenburg Folk Harbour Festival from August 7-10th, 2025,  and get your toes tappin'. Four days of great music and fun for the whole family!

There will be artists representing traditional and contemporary folk music from near and far on stages throughout Lunenburg. The Lunenburg Folk Harbour Festival is Nova Scotia's longest-running folk music festival.

Tickets for the festival are available now.

Check out the Lunenburg Folk Harbour Festival website and the Lunenburg Folk Harbour Society Facebook page for more details and updates.

Save the date; the 2025 Helly Hansen Chester Race Week will be from August 13 to 16, 2025. 

Chester Race Week is a sailing regatta and celebration with lively entertainment. The four-day event offers visitors lots more than great racing. Onshore after the races wrap up, there is plenty of live entertainment with artists and bands playing all four days and into the evening. 

For the 2024 Chester Race Week, the Martins Point Pop-Up, with the best and most innovative small business vendors from the South Shore and beyond set up shop at the Chester Yacht Club. 

Check the Chester Race Week website and the Chester Race Week Facebook page for updates.

Check back soon for more details. 

Mark your calendars for a week of celebration and love! July 6, 2025, is the date you won't want to miss as South Shore Pride Week kicks off with history in the making. 

Follow Pride Lunenburg's Facebook page now so you can get all the details before anyone else ;) 👩🏻‍🦰 🧕 🤴👨🏾‍⚖️ 

Mark your calendars for the 2025 Boxwood Canada Festival in Lunenburg! 

July 20 - 25, 2025 from 8 - 11 pm

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of musical traditions during our 30th edition, featuring an exceptional lineup of artists:

• Jean-Michel Veillon - Breton flute
• Jun McCormack - Irish flute
• Francis Colpron - Baroque flute & recorder
• Chris Norman - Flutes and pipes
• Brid Harper - Irish fiddle
• David Greenberg - Cape Breton & baroque violin
• Michael Rooney - Celtic harp, Anglo concertina, and tune writing
• Pierre Chartrand - Percussive dance
• Colin Cotter - Guitar and songwriting
• Nick Halley - Percussion and rhythm

Additionally, enjoy performances by the Boxwood Flute Choir, led by Andra Bohnet, along with the Boxwood Kids, Sea Aires Choir, and more!

Registration is now open, and spaces are limited, so be sure to register early to secure your spot! Come and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of music in beautiful Lunenburg! 

The 39th Chapin Family Concert at the Lunenburg Opera House on

Saturday, August 16th, 2025, from 7:30 pm.

Each year, the Chapin Family Concert presents a blend of children's music, folk songs, and favourites of their brother, Harry Chapin. 

Special Guests: Big John Wallace, Stephan Crump, Jamie Fox, Howard Fields, Clark Wallace.

Tickets $50

Reservations & Info: 902-766-4621 or email at info@ovenspark.com 

Location: The Lunenburg Opera House, 290 Lincoln St., Lunenburg 

Save the dates for a fun-filled event! The 2025 Scarecrow Festival & Antique Fair is coming to town from September 26 to October 13, 2025.

Make sure to visit the Mahone Bay Scarecrow Festival website for all the exciting details and updates.

Experience the joy of strolling through Mahone Bay and admiring the incredible display of scarecrows that will be on view from Sept 26th to Oct 13th. The sight alone is reason enough to make Mahone Bay your destination.

The festival will also feature an Antique Fair, Kids' Activities,  pie baking contest, photography contest and more!   

Check back soon for 2025 dates and details. 

Get ready to raise a glass and have a blast at the 3rd Annual South Shore Oktoberfest on October 5th, 2024! Join us as we celebrate our region's vibrant German heritage with a jam-packed day of local food, drinks, music, and history.

Stay updated on all the excitement by visiting 

the South Shore Oktoberfest website and the South Shore Oktoberfest Facebook page.,

Join us for the 2025 Season of Father Christmas at Mahone Bay! Our charming town will be transformed into a festive wonderland that is sure to get you in the Christmas spirit. From festive flavours to unique boutique shopping, there's so much to enjoy!

Save the date from November 28 to December 24, 2025, for a truly memorable Christmas celebration.

Gather your loved ones and embark on a magical Christmas adventure in Mahone Bay. The town will be adorned with sparkling lights, aromatic greenery, and festive characters. Grab an eggnog latte as you stroll through town with your Wish List, and you might just win your heart's desires. Don't miss out on the captivating "Christmas at Hogwarts" Harry Potter display and the exhilarating nighttime Reindeer Fun Run!

Keep an eye on the Mahone Bay The Season of Father Christmas website for updates and program information.

 Stay tuned for updates about the 2026 Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl. 

The Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl festival runs during the entire month of February every year along our picturesque South Shore from Barrington, ‘The Lobster Capital of Canada’ to Peggy’s Cove and every seaside town in between! Indulge in gastronomical events where you can experience lobster at its finest all day, every day!

If you love lobster and lobster dinners, the Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl is for you!

Come for the Lobster Crawl and stay for a few days. The winter is magic here and often like a Winter Wonderland. Watch this winter video of the Nova Scotia South Shore.