Come Celebrate!

It's Our 20th Anniversary!

Pugwash Harbourfest is a major summer event on Nova Scotia’s North Shore. Every year it draws thousands of locals and visitors from across Atlantic Canada and beyond.
We’re busy lining up an exciting mix of family activities, live music, food trucks and a beer garden that will bring the waterfront to life. Whether you’re diving in or just watching the action, you’ll find plenty to enjoy…

  • Live Music all day and evening
  • The Fabulously Rich: A Tribute to The Tragically Hip
  • 5K Salt Dash Run*
  • Sinkers Conference* 
  • Stand Up Paddle Board Competition*
  • Lobster Crate Races
  • Log Rolling 
  • Beach Volleyball Tournament*
  • Crockery Smashing
  • Strong Arm Competition
  • Lobster Boat Races* 
  • Kid Zone
  • And more!

Thanks to all of our valued sponsors and funders admission is FREE. With a special shout out to our Premium Sponsors Windsor Salt, Sheryl’s Bakery & Cafe, JD Shore Spirits, Northumberland Links and to our Funding Partners Municipality of Cumberland, Heritage Canada, and Province of Nova Scotia.

*Check individual event listings for registration requirements. Further details being updated daily!

LIVE MUSIC, COMPETITIONS, FAMILY ACTIVITIES AND MORE!

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The 20th Annual 2026 Pugwash Harbourfest

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