Quick Facts
| Dates | October 3, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Location | Memory Lane Heritage Village, 5435 Clam Harbour Road, Lake Charlotte, NS |
| Region | Eastern Shore |
| Category | Community |
| Admission | Paid admission — special event (see official site) |
| Tickets | Official Site |
| GPS | 44.7658, -62.9479 |
About Nova Scotia Forest Festival 2026
A family-friendly showcase of how Nova Scotians connect to forests — live horse logging demonstrations, public axe-throwing, the 8th annual Golden Axe-Throwing Tournament, canoeing, maple syrup tasting, and heritage demonstrations. Rain or shine, 11 AM to 4 PM.
The festival is set at Memory Lane Heritage Village, a living-history museum where the 1940s come to life in restored buildings along Clam Harbour Road. The heritage setting suits the program: horse logging, sawyers and vintage equipment show how Nova Scotians worked the woods before chainsaws took over, alongside the festival's crowd-pleasing axe-throwing championship.
The whole event runs on a single day, October 3, 2026, from the village's opening hours into the afternoon. It is an easy add-on to an Eastern Shore outing, with Clam Harbour Beach and Taylor Head Provincial Park a short drive away. Village admission applies; check the official site for the day's schedule and competition times.
Make the most of your time in Eastern Shore - pair Nova Scotia Forest Festival 2026 with our 100 Wild Islands guide, Family Travel Guide, and surfing guide. They're each packed with itinerary ideas, local tips, and everything you need to extend your stay.
🎟️ Tickets & Admission
A one-day celebration of Nova Scotia forests on October 3, 2026 at Memory Lane Heritage Village, 5435 Clam Harbour Road, Lake Charlotte. Admission details are on the official site.
Tickets available through the official event website. Prices and availability subject to change.
📍 Location & Getting There
Venue: Memory Lane Heritage Village, 5435 Clam Harbour Road, Lake Charlotte, NS
Region: Eastern Shore
Plan Your Visit
How long you'll need
Nova Scotia Forest Festival 2026 is a single-day event (October 3, 2026). Give yourself the whole day — arrive early to find parking and settle in before things get busy.
What it costs
Admission is listed as "Paid admission — special event (see official site)". Buy through the official link in the Tickets & Admission section above.
Getting there & parking
Eastern Shore venues sit along Highway 7, a scenic but unhurried coastal drive out of Halifax — leave generous travel time. Parking is typically roadside or in small venue lots, and services such as fuel and food thin out quickly, so top up before you head out.
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Nova Scotia Forest Festival 2026 FAQ
When is Nova Scotia Forest Festival?
Nova Scotia Forest Festival 2026 ran October 3, 2026 and has concluded for this season. Watch the official listing for any future dates.
Where is Nova Scotia Forest Festival 2026 held?
Memory Lane Heritage Village, 5435 Clam Harbour Road, Lake Charlotte, NS, Eastern Shore. Coordinates: 44.7658, -62.9479.
How much are tickets and where do I buy them?
A one-day celebration of Nova Scotia forests on October 3, 2026 at Memory Lane Heritage Village, 5435 Clam Harbour Road, Lake Charlotte. Admission details are on the official site. Tickets: https://visitmemorylane.ca/events/nova-scotia-forest-festival
Where can I stay nearby?
Recommended areas to stay: Lake Charlotte, Clam Harbour, Sheet Harbour.
🌊 Explore Eastern Shore
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