Festivals and Events
Each year the Town of Digby is pleased to sponsor or host the following events. Please join us. Come and Sea what's happening in the Town of Digby.
Digby Farmers and Artisans Market- This market runs every Friday and Sunday 10am to 3pm from June to September along Digby's picturesque Admiral's Walk downtown. With our ever-changing list of participantng vendors, you will be sure to find somthing that piques your interest. Locally crafted products include, wine, cider, ethnic foods, baked goods, woodworking, fibre art and quilts, jewellery, paintings, artwork, crafts, honey, soap, fresh produce and plants. Each market day brings new surprises.
Canada Day - Join us for our Annual Mayor & Council BBQ! Wednesday July 1st, 2026 from 11:30am to 1:30pm to Celebrate CANADA'S BIRTHDAY! Birthday Cake, Hotdogs, Drinks & Music. Location to be decided.
Joe Casey Award Ceremony - This ceremony is held annually to honor a person or persons who have made significate contribution to the betterment of the Town of Digby. Past receipients of this award are Frank Mackintosh, Terry Gilbert, Angela O'Neil, Wendi Bradley, John Nichols, Jonathan Riley, Richard (Dick) Levy,Greg Turner,Charles Haliburton, Bonnie Vantassell and Gail Hersey, Marilyn Mackintosh,Bob and Helen Eisener, Sue Dexter-White and Everette Pyne . To nominate a special person or person follow the link. Joe Casey Nomination Form 2026.pdf
Lobster Bash - July 3 to July 5 2026 this event is a celebration to promote the Lobster Industry in South West Nova Scotia. Lots to see and do oh and eat during the event follow the link for more details.
Digby Scallop Days - This is the longest running festival in the Digby area a celebration of scallops, the scallop fishing industry and the people who brave the seas to harvest them. The festival is held during the first weekend of August and is celebrated over a four day period starting on Thursday. Lots of fun for the entire family. The 2026 festival will be held August 6 to August 9.
Wharf Rat Rally - This motorcycle rally began in 2005 with a small gathering of motorcycle and has grown to Canada's largest multi day motorcycle rally. Come and join the excitment September 3 to September 6, 2026
Fishermens Memorial Service held to honor and remember those lost at sea. This event is held the third Sunday in September annually at 2:00 PM at Fishermens Memorial Park on Maiden Lane. Application form for Fisherman's memorial Fillable
Annual Town of Digby Tree Lighting Ceremony - This event is held the last Friday in November behind the Cenotaph on the Promanade at 6:00 PM.