Kiwanis presents the Mother Goose Festival is always a hit with the littles, it’s free and fun for the whole family. Mother Goose Festival When: Saturday, August 12, 2023 Time: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Where: Ferry Terminal Park, Dartmouth (Alderney Landing) Contact: 902-461-8401 Facebook: www.facebook.com/MyAlderneyLanding

This is a summer series of handmade markets that will take place in the tent at Alderney Gate. Each market runs from 5pm – 9pm, featuring a new makers lineup and free admission. Makers range from ceramicists to painters, bakers to brewers, clothing designers and more! Bring your family to
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Downtown Dartmouth’s biggest street party of the year is BACK! Portland St and Prince Albert Rd will be closed to cars, and the streets will be activated with live entertainment, music, pop-ups and lots more excitement! Open Street Sunday Dartmouth When: Sunday, June 25th, 2023 Time: 12:00 pm – 4:00
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Where to go on a hot summer day in HRM? Check out our list of cool summer playgrounds with splash pads where you can have fun and cool off at the same time! 1. Westmount School Playground and Splash Pad The playground and splash pad at Westmount School has an
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We love Downtown Dartmouth Day is a day to get out and shop local businesses while collecting special offers like free stuff and crazy deals. To qualify for these special offers, just show proof of purchase from another participating downtown Dartmouth business made that day (make sure to hang onto
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Head to downtown Dartmouth to experience the annual Downtown Dartmouth Ice Festival – a heartwarming celebration of local talent. This all-ages fun day will include free activities and ice sculpture carvings. More events and details will be announced soon on their Facebook page. Downtown Dartmouth Ice Festival When: January 27,
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Ok, so it’s not quite the same as a sunny holiday to a fabulous Southern destination, but we can dream. No, there isn’t a swim-up bar either, but it does get us out of the cold and in a warm pool for some timeless memories with the kids. Here are
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Get ready for an evening of all your favourite Christmas songs (and snacks) with some of your favourite local artists. Come for the songs, but stay for the silent cake auction! All in support of Eastern Front Theatre. Downtown Dartmouth Christmas Concert When: Friday, December 9th, 2022 Time: 7:30 pm
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Imagine all the smiles at your next birthday party or get-together at Party On People! Family-owned and operated, they’re not the ‘big guys’. POP! cares about making your event special and making sure everyone has fun. The ultimate Christmas gift for ages 7 – 18, birthday parties and group gaming
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Bring the whole family to Shubie Park for their annual Christmas tree lighting Enjoy music, fireworks, hot drinks, treats, and marshmallows toasting over a big bonfire! And of course, Santa will be there to help the children count down to the tree lighting. New this year is an outdoor movie
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