Quick Facts
| Dates | August 12 – 16, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Location | Bible Hill, NS |
| Region | Northumberland Shore |
| Category | Community |
| Tickets | 2026 Festival Recap |
| GPS | 45.3669, -63.2636 |
About NS Provincial Exhibition
The Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition in Bible Hill was the province's flagship agricultural exhibition, featuring agricultural displays, livestock competitions, harness racing, a midway, and live entertainment. Held at the exhibition grounds just outside Truro, it was a highlight of the late-summer fair calendar in central Nova Scotia.
The 2026 exhibition showcased the best of Nova Scotia agriculture, with prize cattle, sheep, and poultry competitions, home-craft and horticulture exhibits, and a packed entertainment schedule. Live harness racing at the Truro Raceway is a longstanding tradition that draws fans from across the Maritimes, while the midway offered rides and games for all ages.
Bible Hill sits in the heart of the Northumberland Shore region, a short drive from Truro's downtown and within easy reach of the area's warm-water beaches and scenic river valleys. The provincial exhibition has long been a fixture of Nova Scotia's agricultural season, and the 2026 edition continued that tradition for tens of thousands of visitors.
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🎟️ Tickets & Admission
The 2026 exhibition ran August 12-16 at the Bible Hill exhibition grounds outside Truro. Gate admission, grandstand seating and midway bracelet pricing were set by the official website, which also published the full daily schedule of competitions and entertainment.
Tickets available through the official event website. Prices and availability subject to change.
📍 Location & Getting There
Plan Your Visit
How long you'll need
NS Provincial Exhibition ran August 12 – 16, 2026 — 5 days in all, so you can pick the day that suits your schedule best.
What it costs
Admission details are on the official ticketing page. Buy through the official link in the Tickets & Admission section above.
Getting there & parking
Most venues sit along the Sunrise Trail between Amherst and Pictou County, and driving is the easiest way in. Venue lots and street parking in the small towns rarely strain outside peak July and August beach weekends, but arrive early for the bigger summer festivals.
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NS Provincial Exhibition FAQ
When is NS Provincial Exhibition?
NS Provincial Exhibition ran August 12 – 16, 2026 and has concluded for this season. Watch the official listing for any future dates.
Where is NS Provincial Exhibition held?
Bible Hill, NS, Northumberland Shore. Coordinates: 45.3669, -63.2636.
How much are tickets and where do I buy them?
The 2026 exhibition ran August 12-16 at the Bible Hill exhibition grounds outside Truro. Gate admission, grandstand seating and midway bracelet pricing were set by the official website, which also published the full daily schedule of competitions and entertainment. Tickets: https://nspe.ca
Where can I stay nearby?
Recommended areas to stay: Truro, Bible Hill, Colchester County.
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🗓️ Plan Around These
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