July 2026
Ice Cream for Wishes
Ice Cream for Wishes is happening Sunday July 19th. $1 from every ice cream cone sold at participating locations will be donated to Make-a-Wish to help grant wishes for children facing critical illness. You can visit: Creamy Treat in Pubnico Friday, July 17th - Sunday, July 19th Fundy Scoops in Truro Sunday, July 19th Holy Cones in, Dartmouth Sunday, July 19th Sweet and Salty on the Halifax Waterfront Sunday July 19th Valley Bubble Tea & Ice Cream in Kentville on…
Find out more »August 2026
Ice Cream for Wishes – Peggy’s Cove Convenience and Dairy Bar
Enjoy an ice cream and proceeds from sales will go to Make-A-Wish. It’s an all-day event. MJ will be broadcasting live from 11 am until 3 pm. Stars will also be available, write your name on a star for $1 - Proceeds go to Make-A-Wish.
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Max McNown Scotiabank Centre
The 24-year-old Oregon native taught himself guitar only a few years ago, busking on the beaches of Southern California before quickly building an online following and releasing his breakout single “A Lot More Free.” The song has since gone Platinum, hit #1 on TikTok’s Breakthrough USA chart, and launched Max to the top of Billboard’s Emerging Artists chart. Since then, McNown has released his debut album Wandering, the Willfully Blind EP, and his acclaimed records, Night Diving, and Night Diving (The Cost of Growing Up), which reached Top…
Find out more »Duck Day!
Celebrate Wetlands Appreciation Week at Duck Day on Saturday, August 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Shubenacadie Wildlife Park! This free, family-friendly event is packed with hands-on activities celebrating wetlands, wildlife, and conservation. Visitors can try critter dipping to discover aquatic biodiversity, build a nest box, join guided nature walks, explore educational exhibits, and enjoy interactive activities throughout the park. Community organizations will also be on site with fun displays and opportunities to learn more about protecting…
Find out more »YQM Country Fest
August 27–29, 2026. Dieppe, New Brunswick Three days. Fifteen artists. One massive country music weekend. YQM Country Fest is taking over Dieppe for three huge days of live music, featuring some of the biggest names in country. LIVE UPDATES ALL WEEKEND Can’t be at the festival? You can still be part of the action. We’ll be live on the ground throughout YQM Country Fest broadcasting from the Artisan Roofing Live Studio with Lexi and Kirk, behind-the-scenes moments, artist interviews, and…
Find out more »Nine Mile River Community Hall Events
Looking for something to do this weekend? ?? From live music and community jamborees to special events and local gatherings, there’s always something happening at Nine Mile River Community Hall. Check out the Nine Mile River Community Hall Facebook page for this weekend’s full event lineup and details.
Find out more »September 2026
6th Annual Royal LePage Anchor School Supply Drive Saturday, Sept. 5th 2026
The 6th Annual Royal LePage Anchor School Supply Drive takes place THIS Saturday, September 5th, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM! Drop off new school supplies to fill the big yellow SOUTHLAND school bus and enjoy a BBQ! The SOUTHLAND big yellow school bus on site collecting donations in Sackville and Dartmouth locations. School supplies can also be dropped off at any of our Royal LePage Anchor locations: Sackville: 104-405 Sackville Drive, Lower Sackville Dartmouth: 167 Portland Street, Dartmouth…
Find out more »October 2026
Halifax Fall Home Show
October 2-4, 2026 The Halifax Fall Home Show, only fall home show in Atlantic Canada, is back October 2-4 at the Halifax Exhibition Centre! Get ready to explore the latest trends, cutting-edge products, and expert advice for every home project. Whether you’re upgrading your kitchen, refreshing your décor, planning a major renovation, or building your dream home, it’s all here—under one roof! Show Hours: Friday, October 2: Noon-8PM Saturday, October 3: 10AM-6PM Sunday, October 4: 10AM-4PM Admission: $8 General Admission $24…
Find out more »Coats for Kids Kickoff – Halifax Fall Home Show
Coats for Kids in support of Adsum Women and Children is back ! And again this year we're kicking things off at the Halifax Fall Home Show at the exhibition grounds! This weekend all you have to do is Bring a coat donation and get FREE entry! Coats for Kids returns for another year! Look for our donation booth just inside the arena!
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