Where handcrafted charm and whimsical displays come to life!

Welcome to the Mahone Bay Scarecrow and Father Christmas Festivals

Our festivals are a celebration of all that makes Mahone Bay special!

Scenic trails, outdoor adventures, extraordinary shopping, artisans at work, restaurants and cafes serving up delicious food and refreshing beverages - all set against a stunning seaside backdrop. 

As you stroll through our walkable town, you'll encounter interactive displays and enchanting vignettes, like Alice in Wonderland, perfect for photo ops and selfies galore.

With plenty of parking and new figures added every year, there's always something fresh to discover. 

Our community comes together to create these magical experiences, from church luncheons to family-friendly activities. 

So, get started, grab a festival map, enjoy a latte, and prepare to stay awhile—because in Mahone Bay, we're the fun and friendly town that guarantees you'll leave with a smile!

SCARECROW FESTIVAL

September 27 - October 14, 2024

SEASON OF FATHER CHRISTMAS

November 29 - December 24, 2024

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View fullsize Hunting and finding treasures at unbeatable prices! Annie’s Attic Yard Sale Annual Mahone Bay Community Museum Fundraiser 9-3, Saturday, Oct 5 St James Parish Hall, 14 Parish St #mahonebayscarecrowfestival#mahonebaymuseum#mahonebay
View fullsize Joins us in Mahone Bay this weekend as the Scarecrow festival continues. Bakers flour up your rolling pins for the NS Fruit Pie Baking Contest and diners pull out your pie pants for the church luncheon with a slice of contest pie! Find a treasure at
View fullsize This weekend at the Mahone Bay Scarecrow Festival
View fullsize Mahone Bay is the place to be! This Saturday, enjoy all the festivities around the NS Fruit Pie Baking Contest and more! Scarecrow Festival continues through October 14. #novascotialoyal#nahonebay#mahonebayscarecrowfestival
View fullsize It’s 3 in 1 this Saturday … that’s a Win! Win! Win! Amateur bakers win fabulous prizes… Lunch customers enjoy homestyle baked beans, brown bread and pie … and everyone is entertained watching three celebrity judges at
View fullsize Calling All Passionate Amateur Pie Bakers! So, you are always impressing your family and friends? Show you’ve got what it takes! Dust off your rolling pins and get ready to impress our judges and win fabulous cash prizes!! The Nova Scotia F
View fullsize There’s so much to see and do at the Mahone Bay Scarecrow Festival, on until October 14.
View fullsize Country Fair fun! Sunday, at the Mahone Bay Scarecrow Festival! Everyone welcome!! And a Yard Sale. All at the Mahone Bay Centre property, 45 School St.
View fullsize It’s Selfie time! There’s a space for you with the Straw Family at the Mahone Bay Scarecrow Festival. Sept 27-Oct 14.
View fullsize Mahone Bay Scarecrow Festival is here! Sept 27-Oct 14 The program is chock full of fun, free activities, food, quilts, and Scarecrows! Check out the full program and map https://www.festivalsofmahonebay.com/scarecrow-festival
View fullsize It’s Scarecrow Eve!
View fullsize A warm Mahone Bay Scarecrow Festival welcome to you! It’s a community-wide fall celebration! Come for all the amazing new scarecrows, stay for the, new activities for everyone! This weekend … walk along an old-growth hemlock forest trail