Snow Days Fireworks
February 14–17, 2025

Sackville Snow Days

GET READY TO HAVE SNOW MUCH FUN

Sackville Snow Days returns for its 11th year from February 14–17, 2025! Whether you've been celebrating with us since the beginning or it's your first time participating, we can't wait for you to join in the frosty, fun-filled weekend. Expect family-friendly activities, contests, and exciting events for all ages. 

View the schedule of events below and check back regularly for updates! 

New this year—Sackville Snow Nights! Click here to learn more about this exciting new 19+ festival, featuring signature drinks, unique events, and a chance to win a $500 grand prize!

Snow Days Contests
Snow Days Colouring Contest
Colouring Contest
January 21-February 16

Show off your artistic talent and win a $25 Cineplex gift card! Two gift cards will be awarded in each age group: 5 and under, 6-9, and 10+. Colouring sheets can be printed online by clicking the button below, or picked up at the Sackville Public Library, 636 Sackville Drive.
Colouring Sheet
Submission Deadline: Submit your completed colouring sheets by 4 p.m. on Sunday, February 16 to be entered for your chance to win.

Submission Drop-Off Locations: HUB International, 1 Pinehill Drive, Suite 2 (mailbox) or Sackville Public Library, 636 Sackville Drive

Brought to you by HUB International.

Contest rules and regulations HERE.

Snow Days Snow Sculpture Contest
Snow Sculpture Contest
January 21-February 17

Gather your friends and family to craft your most creative snowperson or snow sculpture! Submit your masterpiece by clicking the button below for a chance to win one of three amazing prizes.
Submit Your Creation
1st prize: $150 gift certificate to St. Louis Bar & Grill
2nd prize: $100 gift card to Boston Pizza
3rd prize: Movie passes and popcorn for two from Cineplex

Submission Deadline: Monday, February 17, 2025 at 11:45 p.m. 

Brought to you by Sackville Business Association with thanks to St. Louis Bar & GrillBoston Pizza Lower Sackville, and Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville.

Contest rules and regulations HERE.
Contact (902) 252-3099 with questions. 

Snow Days Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt
February 14–February 16

Enter the Sackville Snow Days Scavenger Hunt and you could win a $100 VIP Pizza Party from Freeman's Little New York Lower Sackville! Clues will be available HERE starting Friday, February 14 at 10 a.m. (via printable PDF or digital form) or can be picked up at the Sackville Public Library, 636 Sackville Drive, beginning February 14th, at 10 a.m. 

Submission Deadline: Completed clues must be submitted no later than 4 p.m. on Sunday, February 16. 

Submission Drop-Off Locations: Online or Sackville Public Library, 636 Sackville Drive

Brought to you by Sackville Business Association with thanks to Freeman’s Little New York Lower Sackville

Contest rules and regulations HERE.
Contact (902) 252-3099 with questions. 

Schedule of Events 2025

Certain events may depend on weather conditions. Please note that the schedule and activities are subject to change.

Friday, February 14
Friday, February 14
6:30–7:30 PM
The Ultimate Party & Rental Store Presents: Snow Days Kids Costume Party
Sackville Legion, 45 Sackville Cross Road | (902) 252-3099

Kick off Sackville Snow Days in style! Wear your favourite costume and join us for a fun-filled event featuring dancing, tasty treats, children’s activities, and face painting. Create a keepsake bracelet courtesy of Fultz House Museum and capture the moment at our Valentine’s Day-themed photo booth. Plus, don’t miss your chance to win exciting prizes! Special guests Skye and Chase from Paw Patrol will also be making an appearance. Space is limited.

Friday, February 14
7–9 pm
Sackville Snow "Ball"
Sackville Public Library, 636 Sackville Drive | (902) 865-8653

Join us for a fun-filled evening at the third annual Sackville Snow "Ball." We are turning the Library into a winter wonderland, complete with music and dancing, refreshments, a photo booth, and so much more. Prizes will be up for grabs, and dressing for the occasion is strongly encouraged! Space is limited. Registration is required. Grades 7-12.

Register for event

Free

Brought to you by Sackville Public Library

Saturday, February 15
Saturday, February 15
9–11 am
Payzant Sackville Snow Days Kids Workshop (EVENT FULL)
Payzant Home Hardware Building Centre, 250 Sackville Drive | (902) 864-0000

Join the team at Payzant Home Hardware for an afternoon of creativity! Kids aged 5-12 can enjoy completing a small carpentry project, accompanied by refreshments. 

Please note: This event is now full.

Free

Brought to you by Payzant Home Hardware

Saturday, February 15
10 am—until supply of books last
Rotary Book Giveaway
Sackville Public Library, 636 Sackville Drive | [email protected]

The Rotary Club of Sackville and Area is giving away approximately 300 children's books for ages 1 to 13. The books will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis while supply lasts.

Free

Brought to you by Rotary Club of Sackville and Area

Saturday, February 15
10 AM–4 PM
Jumanji Movie Marathon
Sackville Public Library, 636 Sackville Drive | (902) 865-8653

Visit the Library to warm up with a Jumanji Movie Marathon, and build your own adventure with our bins of bricks! You can drop in whenever you wish.

The film schedule for the day is:
10:00 AM: Jumanji
12:00 PM: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
2:00 PM: Jumanji: The Next Level

Free

Brought to you by Sackville Public Library

Saturday, February 15
11 AM
Family Favourites Movie at Cineplex: The Wild Robot
Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville, 760 Sackville Drive | (902) 869-2022

Join us for a screening of The Wild Robot from the comfort of your local Cineplex!  Stay tuned for online ticket purchase details—coming soon!

*Films subject to change.  If purchased online, tickets are $3.99 for CineClub members (booking fee waived), $4.99 for Scene+ members ($3.99 + $1.00 online booking fee), or $5.49 for all other online purchases ($3.99 + $1.50 online booking fee). Online booking fee allows for advanced seat selection and sharable digital tickets, and applies to the first 4 tickets purchased in a transaction.  All prices are + tax.

$3.99*

Brought to you by Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville

Saturday, February 15
1-3 pm
Winter Play Day
Acadia Park, 650 Sackville Drive | (902) 869-4203

Families are invited to play with us! This outdoor event will feature a variety of free play activities for both the young and the young at heart. Bring your sled (helmets recommended), build a snow creation, try snowshoeing, and take part in a Storybook Walk around Acadia Park. There will be plenty to keep you and your children busy! Don't forget to warm up with some delicious hot chocolate, provided by the Acadia Recreation Club.

Parents are responsible for supervising their children during this event.

Snow Days Hat Snow Days Toques will be available for purchase during this event. All proceeds to Beacon House Food Bank | $20 (cash or e-transfer)

Free

Brought to you by Acadia Recreation Club and HRM Rec.

Saturday, February 15
2:15–3:15 pm
Open Swim
Sackville Sports Stadium, 409 Glendale Drive | (902) 869-4141

Space is limited. First come, first served.

Free

Brought to you by HRM Rec

Saturday, February 15
3–3:50 PM
Public Skate
Sackville Sports Stadium, 409 Glendale Drive | (902) 869-4141

Lace up your skates! Children 12 and under must wear a CSA-approved multi-impact helmet (hockey helmet) during this event. Space is limited. First come, first served.

Free

Brought to you by HRM Rec

Saturday, February 15
3:15–4:15 pm
Open Swim
Sackville Sports Stadium, 409 Glendale Drive | (902) 869-4141

Space is limited. First come, first served.

Free

Brought to you by HRM Rec

Saturday, February 15
4:15–5:15 pm
Sensory-Friendly Swim
Sackville Sports Stadium, 409 Glendale Drive | (902) 869-4141

This swim is intended for swimmers and their families, or their supports, who may require a quieter atmosphere to enjoy their swimming experience.  With less/reduced noise, reduced/no music, no sudden announcements, or whistle blasts (outside of an emergency), and a safe and welcoming environment, we hope that this creates an opportunity for everyone to enjoy the facility with minimal anxiety or worry. Space is limited. First come, first served. 

Free

Brought to you by HRM Rec

Saturday, February 15
7–8:30 pm
Sportwheels Snow Days Evening Walk
Acadia Hall Parking Lot, 650 Sackville Drive | (902) 865-9033

Join the Sportwheels team and fellow community members for a guided walk under the stars! Starting at Acadia Hall's parking lot, the walk follows the Sackville Greenway trail to Glendale Drive before looping back. The walk is open to all fitness levels, taking 60-90 minutes. Lights will be provided for a safe, enjoyable trek. Hot chocolate and snacks will be served at Acadia Hall's Parking Lot after the walk. Everyone is welcome—come connect with your neighbours and enjoy the natural beauty of the trail! Pre-registration is required.

Register for event

Free

Brought to you by Sportwheels Sports Excellence 

Sunday, February 16
Sunday, February 16
9-11 am
Annual Snow Days Community Breakfast
Sackville Lions Club, 101 Old Beaver Bank Road | (902) 789-3973

Join Sackville Lions Club for a scrumptious breakfast! Indulge in pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, and tea or coffee. Juice pack included for children. Adults $10; Kids 5–12 $6; Under 5 FREE.

$6-10 per person

Brought to you by Sackville NS Lions Club

Sunday, February 16
11 am
Family Favourites Movie at Cineplex: The Wild Robot
Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville, 760 Sackville Drive | (902) 869-2022

Join us for a screening of The Wild Robot from the comfort of your local Cineplex!  Stay tuned for online ticket purchase details—coming soon!

*Films subject to change.  If purchased online, tickets are $3.99 for CineClub members (booking fee waived), $4.99 for Scene+ members ($3.99 + $1.00 online booking fee), or $5.49 for all other online purchases ($3.99 + $1.50 online booking fee). Online booking fee allows for advanced seat selection and sharable digital tickets, and applies to the first 4 tickets purchased in a transaction.  All prices are + tax.

$3.99*

Brought to you by Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville

Sunday, February 16
11 AM - 1 pm
Sackville Kinsmen Sledding Party
Small hill next to the Kinsmen Club, 71 First Lake Drive | (902) 449-6683

Bring your helmet and sled or crazy carpet for some fun sledding! Afterward, join us inside for free hot dogs and hot chocolate.

Helmets are mandatory for this event. Helmets will not be provided. 

Free

Brought to you by Sackville Kinsmen Club

Sunday, February 16
12–2 pm
Winter Fun Day
Fultz House Museum, 33 Sackville Drive | [email protected]

Enjoy cookies, hot chocolate, butter making, cookie decorating, and a guided tour of Fultz House Museum's historic outbuildings. Parking is available on Memory Lane. 

Free

Brought to you by Fultz House Museum 

Sunday, February 16
1–1:50 PM
Public Skate
Sackville Sports Stadium, 409 Glendale Drive | (902) 869-4141

Lace up your skates! Children 12 and under must wear a CSA-approved multi-impact helmet (hockey helmet) during this event. Space is limited. First come, first served.

Free

Brought to you by HRM Rec

Sunday, February 16
1-4 pm (1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm)
Snow Days Bounce & Play (EVENT FULL)
Sackville Heights Community Centre, 45 Connolly Road | (902) 869-4764

Join the bounce bonanza! Bouncy castles await kids 9 & under for an hour of free play. Adults must accompany. Space is limited and tickets are required for both parents and children. Pre-registration required. 

Please note: This event is now full.

Free

Brought to you by Sackville Heights Community Centre

Sunday, February 16
5:45–6:45 pm
Starlight Walk
Kinsmen Community Centre, 71 First Lake Drive | [email protected]

Meet at the Kinsmen Community Centre (71 First Lake Drive) at 5:45 PM for a brief event overview before starting a guided family walk. Participants are encouraged to dress for the weather and bring flashlights and glow sticks for the journey.

After the walk, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies inside the Kinsmen Centre before the fireworks display begins.

Note: This event is weather permitting.

Free

Brought to you by the Kinette Club of Sackville with support from Sackville United Baptist Church

Sunday, February 16
7 pm
Fireworks Display
Kinsmen Park, 71 First Lake Drive

🎆 Look forward to a spectacular fireworks display over First Lake!

Free
Monday, February 17
Monday, February 17
8–10 am
Waffle Breakfast
Freeman's Little New York, 552 Sackville Drive | (902) 865-2555

Join Freeman's Little New York for a waffle breakfast. The breakfast will consist of 2 waffles, 3 slices of bacon, and refillable coffee, tea, or juice. 

Monday, February 17
10:30–11:50 AM
Public Skate
Sackville Sports Stadium, 409 Glendale Drive | (902) 869-4141

Lace up your skates! Children 12 and under must wear a CSA-approved multi-impact helmet (hockey helmet) during this event. Space is limited. First come, first served.

Free

Brought to you by HRM Rec

Monday, February 17
11 am
Family Favourites Movie at Cineplex: The Wild Robot
Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville, 760 Sackville Drive | (902) 869-2022

Join us for a screening of The Wild Robot from the comfort of your local Cineplex!  Stay tuned for online ticket purchase details—coming soon!

*Films subject to change.  If purchased online, tickets are $3.99 for CineClub members (booking fee waived), $4.99 for Scene+ members ($3.99 + $1.00 online booking fee), or $5.49 for all other online purchases ($3.99 + $1.50 online booking fee). Online booking fee allows for advanced seat selection and sharable digital tickets, and applies to the first 4 tickets purchased in a transaction.  All prices are + tax.

$3.99*

Brought to you by Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville

Monday, February 17
11 am-1 pm
Heritage Day Family Skate
Sackville Arena, 91 First Lake Drive | (902) 861-2311

Join us for a free family skate! Enjoy refreshments, chili and buns, and hot chocolate, courtesy of the Sackville Seniors Advisory Council, while supplies last. Ages 16 and under require a helmet. Space is limited.

Free

Brought to you by Darrell Samson, MP and FRABA

Monday, February 17
3–3:50 PM
Public Skate
Sackville Sports Stadium, 409 Glendale Drive | (902) 869-4141

Lace up your skates! Children 12 and under must wear a CSA-approved multi-impact helmet (hockey helmet) during this event. Space is limited. First come, first served.

Free

Brought to you by HRM Rec

Monday, February 17
3–5 PM
Photos with Paw Patrol
KFC, 679 Sackville Drive | (902) 865-0180

Come on in, enjoy some tasty treats, do some colouring, and have a paw-some time getting your picture taken with Paw Patrol characters Skye and Chase! Space is limited.

Free

Brought to you by KFC

Disclaimer: Participation in any Snow Days Festival Event is at your own risk. Please take care. Neither the Sackville Business Association or participating building, sponsors or event organizers shall be held liable for the death or injury, accident or damage to the person or property (including theft or loss) of any event participant or any guest or any person occurring during or arising from participation in any of the events advertised for Sackville Snow Days Festival. Certain events may depend on weather conditions. Please note that the schedule and activities are subject to change.