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Home. Discover Winter in Nova Scotia. Winter days may be a bit shorter but the list of things to see and do in Nova Scotia is only getting longer. From outdoor adventure and exclusive tours and tastings to cozy accommodations, start planning your Nova Scotia winter adventures here.
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- Go For A Winter Hike
- Search For Icy Waterfalls
- Head to The Beach
- Go Skating on A Nova Scotian Lake Or Pond
- Go Skating on The Emera Oval in Halifax
- Go Winter Surfing in Nova Scotia
- Hit The Slopes and Go Skiing in Nova Scotia
- Learn How Maple Syrup Is Made
- Learn to Snowshoe
- Book A Weekend Getaway
There are so many wonderful places to go hiking in Nova Scotiano matter the time of year. Some of the trails might be a bit limited in the winter months but there are still so many to explore. The safest is the Rails to Trails Rum Runners Trail that goes from Halifax to Lunenburg. This 119km stretch of trail is one of the easiest hikes in the provi...
Searching for waterfalls might be an odd suggestion for the winter months, but the gorgeous fast flowing waterfalls we see the rest of the year now appear almost frozen in time in the colder temperatures. Some of the waterfalls in the winter are much harder to get to with snow and ice on the ground but some make it worth the trek and others are eas...
It may seem like a weird time of year to be headed to the beach but in the winter months beaches in Nova Scotia can still be enjoyable. During this time of year a lot of the sand washes away and is replaced with rocks, which also gives you more of a chance to find sea glass. Beaches are also a great place to go for a walk as they tend to not be sno...
Skating in the “wild” is a whole different kind of experience compared to a rink. Nova Scotia is filled with lakes and ponds that make perfect natural skating rinks in the winter months. There are over 3,000 lakes in the province so there are many places to skate. Be sure to check online reports for ice thickness (at least 10cm) before you go and a...
One of the coolest things in downtown Halifax is the Emera Oval. The perfect Halifax winter activity, the Oval was originally built for the 2011 Canada Games as a skating rink and speed skating track. This skating rink is now open every winter on the Halifax Commons and is free for the public to use. There are various types of skates offered each d...
While it will be incredibly cold, winter time is actually when you can find the best waves to surf in Nova Scotia. Rent a 6mm wetsuit with booties, mits, and hood and hit the waves at Lawrencetown or Martinque Beach alongside some of the best surfers in the province. They are also some of the craziest people. Check out the East Coast Surf School in...
Nova Scotia is home to several ski hills perfect for skiing and snowboarding. Our ski hills are nowhere like the Rocky Mountains but they still do the trick. The ski hills can be found around the province like Martok, and Ski Wentworth on the mainland and Ski Ben Eoin and Ski Cape Smokey in Cape Breton. All ski hills have bunny hills for first time...
From mid-February to mid-April the snow and ice begin to melt and thaw and this is when the sap starts running in the maple trees. This is also the best time of year to visit a Sugar Shack like Sugar Moon Farm to learn how maple syrup is made. Visit Sugar Moon Farm and take a hike or go snowshoeing through their maple woods to see the trees tapped ...
Often in the winter months, especially after a fresh snowfall the hiking trails can be a bit tricky or deep with snow. That is when it is time to bring out the snowshoes. Check out this Hike Nova Scotia resource guidefor the best place to buy or rent snowshoes in Nova Scotia. Then hit the trails in your adventure snowshoes that will make your winte...
The winter months are the perfect time for a getaway in Nova Scotia. Head to a cozy seaside AirBnB or let someone else take care of you and book a few nights at a resort. The White Point Beach Resort is the perfect winter getaway as you can rent your own small cabin that includes a working fireplace perfect to cuddle next to as the snow falls outsi...
In Nova Scotia there’s always something to celebrate! From lobster to Acadian joie-de-vivre; wine to apples; music to pumpkins and everything else in between, join in the festivities, mingle with the locals and help us celebrate a few of the things that make Nova Scotia so unique.
- Dig deep into Halifax’s dynamic culinary scene. Dine Around is back with the perfect excuse to give your kitchen a break. Sip and savour your way around Halifax this month while your favourite local restaurants offer special prix-fixe menus priced at $10, $20, $30, $40, or $50.
- Check out a Valentine's Day event. Who said Valentine's Day is all about dinner? While there's nothing wrong with going the traditional route, there is a case to be made for having another activity on the menu for the occasion.
- Get competitive at a game café. Gather your pals and get together for an evening at a local game café. With hundreds of games available, there's no shortage of options to choose from.
- Sweeten up Valentine's Day. Every occasion calls for chocolate, especially when it’s gourmet. We’ve rounded up a selection of local crave-worthy chocolate shops in Halifax, decadent enough to satisfy any sweet tooth.
4. Winter Beach-Hopping. And of course, there are hundreds of beaches on Nova Scotia’s South shore – all just as beautiful in February as in the summer months. Our go-to winter-walking beach has always been Cleveland Beach, which is located on Highway 3, not too far from Queensland, only a short drive from Halifax.
5. Celebrated the third Monday in February, Nova Scotia Heritage Day is an annual reminder of our storied past and an opportunity to honour the remarkable people, places and events that have contributed to this province’s unique heritage. Website developed and maintained by Nova Scotia Communities, Culture and Heritage Social Media.
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Discover the stories and history of Nova Scotia at museums, historic and UNESCO sites, stroll through incredible and aromatic gardens, explore our coastal heritage and marvel at the incredibly talented artists and artisans who continue to be inspired by our scenic landscapes and life by the sea. Put yourself in the centre of the action by attending one of our many festivals & events that ...
