Quick Facts
| Dates | June 26 – 28, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Location | Liverpool, NS |
| Region | South Shore |
| Category | Community |
| Tickets | 2026 Festival Recap |
| GPS | 44.0389, -64.7181 |
About Privateer Days
Privateer Days was an annual heritage festival in Liverpool, on Nova Scotia's South Shore, and a designated Nova Scotia Signature Festival. For three days each June, the town stepped back to the 1780s — when Liverpool was a notorious privateer port — for living history, music, and family fun organized by the Privateer Days Commission. The 2026 edition ran June 26–28.
Festival highlights included 18th-century battle re-enactments and a historic military encampment, the Rum Run, live music on the main stage, an artisan and crafter's market, a grand parade, and a fireworks display. There was also a children's area and activities, plus special events like a colonial wedding and vow-renewal celebration.
Liverpool sits about 90 minutes from Halifax along the Lighthouse Route, making Privateer Days an easy anchor for a South Shore summer road trip that can take in Peggy's Cove, Mahone Bay, and Lunenburg. Most of the outdoor programming along the Liverpool waterfront was free to attend at the 2026 festival.
Make the most of your time in South Shore - pair Privateer Days with our South Shore guide, Family Travel Guide, and Lunenburg UNESCO guide. They're each packed with itinerary ideas, local tips, and everything you need to extend your stay.
🎟️ Tickets & Admission
Most events were free; the official schedule on PrivateerDays.ca had parade times, the battle re-enactment, and the full weekend lineup.
Tickets available through the official event website. Prices and availability subject to change.
📍 Location & Getting There
Plan Your Visit
How long you'll need
Privateer Days ran June 26 – 28, 2026 — 3 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
South Shore towns — Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, Shelburne — are compact and walkable once you arrive; the drive itself along the Lighthouse Route is the real time cost. Street parking is the norm and summer weekends fill early, so build extra time into arrival day.
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Privateer Days FAQ
When is Privateer Days?
Privateer Days ran June 26 – 28, 2026 and has concluded for this season. Watch the official listing for any future dates.
Where is Privateer Days held?
Liverpool, NS, South Shore. Coordinates: 44.0389, -64.7181.
How much are tickets and where do I buy them?
Most events were free; the official schedule on PrivateerDays.ca had parade times, the battle re-enactment, and the full weekend lineup. Tickets: https://www.privateerdays.ca
Where can I stay nearby?
Recommended areas to stay: Liverpool, Liverpool waterfront.
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