Festivals & Events

April 6                           Tartan Day
A celebration of all things Scottish at the Hector Exhibit Centre. An evening of food, fun and traditional music. 902-485-4563.

June  TBD                     Artisans in Action
A community celebration of fibre artists and various artisans demonstrating their traditional works and specialized skills. Visit over 20 designated local shops and museums.

July 1                           Canada Day
Celebrate Canada's Birthday with a full day of activities at Broidy Park and entertainment following in the evening on the waterfront. 902-485-6057

July 6-8                         Pictou Lobster Carnival 
The Pictou Lobster Carnival is one of Nova Scotia's prestigious "Signature Events", attracting visitors from all over the world to experience authentic Maritime music and culture. www.pictoulobstercarnival.ca

July 7                           Black Battalion Memorial
A special tribute to Canada's first and only all black battalion who contributed to Canada's First World War effort with strong determination.

July TBA                       Tall Ships Visit, Pictou - for updates click here

August 6                       Natal Day
On Natal Day there will be no shortage of activities for everyone to enjoy over the August long weekend to celebrate this civic birthday. 902-485-6057

August 10-12                 Hector Festival
                                    The Hector Festival is three days packed with entertainment, displays
                                    workshops, and demonstrations. The festival commemorates the
                                    landing of the Ship Hector in 1773. www.decostecentre.ca 


September TBD             Pictou North Colchester Exhibition
                                    The Exhibition is one of the province's oldest exhibitions beginning
                                    back in the early 1800's. It has grown to become a four day
                                    exposition with an agricultural theme including musical
                                    entertainment, dairy and commercial beef displays, milking contests,
                                    ATV events, demolition derby, truck pulls, strongman competition,
                                    4-H events and much more.  902-485-6411

September 15                Highland Homecoming
                                    Highland Homecoming will be the first annual one-day festival to be
                                    held on the site of the Ship Hector - paying tribute in music, story,
                                    song and dance to the early settlers who shaped our heritage and
                                    culture. 902-485-4371

September 16               Terry Fox Run

November TBD              Christmas at the DeCoste
To begin the season, visit the deCoste Entertainment Centre, where you can experience the enchanting "Christmas by the Sea." Start your wish list off with quality maritime products from local crafters featuring specialty food items to woolens. www.decostecentre.ca