Things To Do

Located at 145 Church Street,  the Antigonish Visitor Center is the perfect place to plan your time in Antigonish!

Open from mid May – mid Oct
10am – 4pm  May-June & Sept-Oct
9am – 6pm  July – Aug
(902) 863-4921 Phone (902) 863-7371 Fax

Everything from fresh produce to organic meat, home baking to honey and handcrafts of all kinds. Stop by for breakfast, enjoy the local music and browse the wide array of goods!

1st Saturday in May – Saturday before Christmas
8am – 12pm, every Saturday
(902) 867-7479 Ph.

Recognized as one of the finest schools in Canada, StFX is meeting the needs of today’s undergraduates through outstanding teaching, exceptional hands-on research experiences, the very best in a residential community, and unique opportunities to make a contribution to communities at home and abroad.

Far more then a library, the People’s Place building houses a Youth and Child area, program rooms for events, meeting rooms, wireless internet and more! Each week sees new and exciting events and activities – see their website for details.

(902) 863-2486 Ph.

Showcasing both new talent and seasoned regulars, Theatre Antigonish hosts a wide variety of plays throughout the year ranging from the comedic to the dramatic. A must see during your stay in Antigonish, please see their website for the current seasons plays.

(902) 867-3333 Ph.

Eastern Canada’s only stop for the Canadian Tire Nascar Series, as well as the local and northern US pro stock and sportsman competitors.

June – August (902) 863-2410 Ph.
Sept -May (902) 863-1596 Ph.

Antigonish is the proud host of the longest consecutive running Scottish Highland Games outside of Scotland!

July
(902) 863-4275 Ph.
(902) 863-0466 Fax

With new delights, classic plays, and a range of family friendly performances, there is something for everyone at Festival Antigonish.

(902) 867-3333

With six shared use walking trails, several parks, and a half-dozen beaches, there is never a shortage of nature to be experienced close at hand.

Antigonish has trails and beaches for everyone from the dedicated hiker to the casual stroller, to the relaxing sun-bather to the curious beach comber!

Antigonish County is home to some of the most beautiful vistas and breathtaking scenery in the Atlantic Provinces.

Enjoy an afternoon drive along the Mini-Trail, take a day trip through the nearby Cape Breton Highlands, or idle along the back roads of Antigonish County and enjoy the scenic farmland.

The Antigonish Heritage Museum is a community effort that strives to preserve and promote a cultural understanding of the heritage of Antigonish Town and County.

Mon – Fri 10am -12:00, 1pm – 5pm
(902) 863-6160 Ph.

The Evolve Music and Awareness Festival is an annual 3-day summer celebration of music, culture, and social awareness. With dozens of acts over three days and thousands of concert goers, Evolve is an amazing experience!

July

Colorful and informative guides make history come alive in Historic Sherbrooke Village!

June 1st – October 15th
930am – 5pm, 7 Days a Week
(902) 522-2400 Ph.