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Markets, tree lightings, the Nutcracker, Santa and New Year's Eve: everything festive on the calendar, sorted by what kind of outing it is.
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Road Trip, by drive time →Out past the city, roughly 25 km or more from downtown. Drive times and the rest of what is on out of town are on the Road Trip page.
21
Nov
Workshops & Classes 🚗 Out of town · Lunenburg
Holiday Rope Wreath
Craft a holiday wreath from traditional rope in the museum's boat shop. Lineup: 2026-11-21 · Holiday Rope Wreath 2026-12-12 · Holiday Rope Centerpiece 2027-01-16 · Canvas Mats 2027-02-13 · Sailor's Valentine 2027-03-13 · Wooden…
On until Apr 10 · Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic Boat Shop
21
Nov
Markets & Fairs 🚗 Out of town · Hubbards
Christmas at the Barn
The Hubbards Barn Association hosts its annual Christmas market, with local vendors and holiday shopping over three dates, including an evening edition, A Christmas Night at the Barn. Vendor applications are still being accepted…
2 dates to Nov 28 · Hubbards Barn
22
Nov
Markets & Fairs 🚗 Out of town
Holiday Market in Support of FarmWorks
A festive artisan holiday market with admission by donation in support of FarmWorks.
Sun · 12 PM · Benjamin Bridge Winery
27
Nov
Community 🚗 Out of town · Mahone Bay
Season of Father Christmas
For nearly two decades Mahone Bay has spent the month before Christmas as a seaside Christmas village: Main Street strung with lights and balsam-fir boughs, the three churches lit across the harbour, and a…
On until Dec 24 · Mahone Bay Waterfront (Edgewater Street)
28
Nov
Markets & Fairs 🚗 Out of town · Truro
Holiday Pop Up Shop
A holiday market returns to the Hub Shopping Centre with 50 local vendors, plus photos with Santa. Free admission and open to everyone.
Sat · 10 AM · The Hub Shopping Centre
28
Nov
Food & Drink 🚗 Out of town · Sherbrooke
Holiday Feast with the Kilted Chef
Sherbrooke Village hosts a holiday feast in partnership with Chef Alain Bossé, the Kilted Chef, featuring a three-course meal of seasonal favourites and a signature cocktail. A cash bar is available, and reservations are…
Sat · 4:30 PM · Sherbrooke Village Exhibit Centre
$65 – $70
28
Nov
Festivals 🚗 Out of town · Mahone Bay
Holiday Tree Lighting & Carol Sing-Along
The Mahone Bay Father Christmas Festival kicks off with the Holiday Tree Lighting on Edgewater St., followed by a carol sing-along at Trinity United Church. Enjoy hot chocolate, festive cookies, gratitude ornaments, letters to…
Sat · 6 PM · Trinity United Church
29
Nov
Workshops & Classes 🚗 Out of town · Lower Ship Harbour
Wreath Workshop
Make your own festive wreath at The Deanery Project in Lower Ship Harbour—perfect for adding a personal touch to your door this season.
Sun · 9 AM · The Deanery Project
5
Dec
Markets & Fairs 🚗 Out of town · Lower Ship Harbour
Christmas Market at The Deanery Project
A festive holiday market at The Deanery Project in Ship Harbour, featuring local vendors, handmade goods, Christmas music and warm drinks. Entry is by donation — bring cash, as not all vendors accept cards.…
Sat · 10 AM · The Deanery Project
5
Dec
Markets & Fairs 🚗 Out of town · Hubbards
Christmas at the Barn — A Christmas Night at the Barn
The Hubbards Barn Association hosts its annual Christmas market, with local vendors and holiday shopping over three dates, including an evening edition, A Christmas Night at the Barn. Vendor applications are still being accepted…
Sat · 4 PM · Hubbards Barn
6
Dec
Markets & Fairs 🚗 Out of town · Lower Ship Harbour
Open House Christmas Market and Music Jam
The Deanery Project in Lower Ship Harbour is hosting a cozy Christmas market with live music jamming, tours, and tea with gingerbread—bring an instrument or just vibe out.
Sun · 1 PM · The Deanery Project
11
Dec
Live Music 🚗 Out of town · Truro
A Campbell Johnston Christmas
Campbell Johnston's annual Christmas show returns with special guest Lindsay Misiner joining for holiday classics. Performances take place at The Carleton in Halifax on December 3rd and 4th (Dec 4 is sold out) and…
Fri · Marigold Cultural Centre
12
Dec
Workshops & Classes 🚗 Out of town · Lunenburg
Christmas Ornament Decorating with Coastal Pigments — Session 1: Family-Friendly Wooden Ornament Decorating
Coastal Pigments hosts a festive DIY ornament decorating afternoon and evening at Tide and Trail Outfitters in Lunenburg. All decorating supplies are included along with one beverage per ticket — Session 1 is a…
Sat · 12 PM · Tide and Trail Outfitters
12
Dec
Workshops & Classes 🚗 Out of town · Lunenburg
Christmas Ornament Decorating with Coastal Pigments — Session 2: Adults Only (19+) Glass Ornament Decorating
Coastal Pigments hosts a festive DIY ornament decorating afternoon and evening at Tide and Trail Outfitters in Lunenburg. All decorating supplies are included along with one beverage per ticket — Session 1 is a…
Sat · 3 PM · Tide and Trail Outfitters
18
Dec
Community 🚗 Out of town · Wolfville
The Irish Descendants Christmas
The Irish Descendants bring holiday cheer to the Old Orchard Inn this December—perfect for getting cozy with some Celtic Christmas vibes.
Fri · 8 PM · Old Orchard Inn
31
Dec
Live Music 🚗 Out of town · Truro
NYE 2027 with Nowhere Road
Nowhere Road's keeping the dance floor hot at Belly Up BBQ & Grill on New Year's Eve—grab your crew for live music, great food, and cold drinks to ring in 2027.
Thu · 10 PM · Belly Up BBQ & Grill
$15