Each year, Nova Scotia Heritage Day honours notable Nova Scotians. This year, Nova Scotia Heritage Day is Monday, February 17th and will honour Nora Bernard. Nora was a Mi’kmaq activist and Residential School survivor. If you would like to know more about Nova Scotia Heritage Day, click here for a review of previous honourees.

Heritage Day is a great excuse to celebrate Nova Scotia while spending quality time with your family. Here is a list of things to do to celebrate Heritage Day in and around Halifax – and beyond!

Events:

Sackville Snow Days Festival

There are fun family events planned for this year’s Sackville Snow Days Festival including a snowman contest, scavenger hunt, colouring contest, snowshoeing, and skating!  Snow days do not specifically link with Heritage Day, but it’s a great way to spend time with family.
Dates: February 14 – February 17, 2025
Venue: Various Locations in Lower Sackville
Website: Sackville Snow Days

Meet Your Farmer on Heritage Day

Meet Your Farmer is heading to Cole Harbour Place this Heritage Day. There will be lots of fun for the whole family, including farm bingo, a colouring station, and lots of exhibits to explore.
When: Monday, February 17, 2025
Facebook: www.facebook.com/events

Other ideas:

Check out an Exhibition at a Museum

Most museums are open on Heritage Day, so this would be a great time to check out one of the fantastic exhibits happening this month in HRM. Many locations have FREE admission on Heritage Day. Whether you are passing along your appreciation for the visual arts or hoping to teach your child about the world and all of its creatures, you will find something for everyone at a Halifax museum or gallery.
Where: Various Locations
Website: www.familyfuncanada.com/halifax/exhibitions-in-hrm

Take the Family Skiing

Nova Scotia has some amazing winter sports opportunities, including several fun family skiing options. In our Ultimate Guide to the best Nova Scotia ski hills, discover what’s new on the slopes this winter. The hills will be open on Heritage Day, and some even have extended hours, be sure to check each location’s website for more details when you’re planning your day.
Where: Various Locations
Website: www.familyfuncanada.com/halifax/the-ultimate-guide-to-nova-scotia-ski-hills