Quick Facts
| Dates | June 16 – 21, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Location | Parrsboro, NS |
| Region | Fundy Shore |
| Category | Arts & Culture |
| Tickets | 2026 Festival Recap |
| GPS | 45.4064, -64.3258 |
About Parrsboro International Plein Air Festival
The Parrsboro International Plein Air Festival was an annual week-long outdoor painting celebration set against the world's highest tides on the Bay of Fundy. Artists from across the region and beyond set up their easels along the Minas Basin shoreline and the dramatic Fundy coast to capture the scenery in real time, en plein air. The 2026 edition ran June 16–21.
Visitors could watch artists at work at scenic viewpoints along the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark, meet the painters, and view and purchase finished pieces at pop-up exhibitions and sales throughout the week. Some workshops and special events required advance registration.
Parrsboro was the gateway to the Cliffs of Fundy Geopark, so the festival paired naturally with fossil hunting at nearby Joggins, tidal bore viewing, and scenic drives along the Fundy Shore — a perfect combination of art and one of Nova Scotia's most spectacular natural landscapes.
Make the most of your time in Fundy Shore - pair Parrsboro International Plein Air Festival with our Cliffs of Fundy Geopark guide, Family Travel Guide, and tidal bore rafting guide. They're each packed with itinerary ideas, local tips, and everything you need to extend your stay.
🎟️ Tickets & Admission
Watching artists paint outdoors was free; some workshops required registration. Visit pipaf.ca for the full festival schedule, artist roster, and workshop details.
Tickets available through the official event website. Prices and availability subject to change.
📍 Location & Getting There
Plan Your Visit
How long you'll need
Parrsboro International Plein Air Festival ran June 16 – 21, 2026 — 6 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
Fundy venues hug the shore roads off the 101 and 102 corridors, and the drive is the main planning item — check tide times if your day touches the coast, since the bay’s dramatic tidal range reshapes access by the hour. Parking is typically venue lots or roadside in small communities; fuel up before the shore roads.
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- Cliffs of Fundy Geopark
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Parrsboro International Plein Air Festival FAQ
When is Parrsboro International Plein Air Festival?
Parrsboro International Plein Air Festival ran June 16 – 21, 2026 and has concluded for this season. Watch the official listing for any future dates.
Where is Parrsboro International Plein Air Festival held?
Parrsboro, NS, Fundy Shore. Coordinates: 45.4064, -64.3258.
How much are tickets and where do I buy them?
Watching artists paint outdoors was free; some workshops required registration. Visit pipaf.ca for the full festival schedule, artist roster, and workshop details. Tickets: https://pipaf.ca
Where can I stay nearby?
Recommended areas to stay: Parrsboro, Bay of Fundy shore.
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