Digby Scallop Days

Digby Scallop Days is a beloved waterfront festival celebrating the scallop fishing industry that put this Fundy Shore town on the culinary map. For over half a century, the festival has honoured Digby's deep connection to the sea with fresh seafood, live music, and family fun along the picturesque harbourfront where the world's largest scallop fleet is based.

The 2026 festival features the famous scallop-shucking competition, fresh scallop dinners, a street parade, a classic car show, midway rides, and live entertainment on the waterfront stage. The scallop taco eating contest and a children's fishing derby add to the weekend's playful spirit, while a fireworks display over the harbour lights up the Bay of Fundy night.

Digby is renowned for having some of the sweetest, most succulent scallops in the world, thanks to the nutrient-rich tides of the Bay of Fundy. The festival is a perfect excuse to sample them at their freshest while exploring this charming waterfront town, with its ferry terminal to Saint John, historic Loyalist architecture, and spectacular whale-watching opportunities.

Make the most of your time in Fundy Shore — pair Digby Scallop Days with our Cliffs of Fundy Geopark guide, culinary trails guide, and tidal bore rafting guide. They're each packed with itinerary ideas, local tips, and everything you need to extend your stay.