
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!
Snow Days Contests

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.

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 & Grill, Boston Pizza Lower Sackville, and Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville.
Contest rules and regulations HERE.
Contact (902) 252-3099 with questions.

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
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.
Brought to you by The Ultimate Party & Rental Store with thanks to Fultz House Museum, KFC, and the Sackville Legion RCL Calais Branch 162
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.
Brought to you by Sackville Public Library
Saturday, February 15
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.
Brought to you by Payzant Home Hardware
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.
Brought to you by Rotary Club of Sackville and Area
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
Brought to you by Sackville Public Library
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.
Brought to you by Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville
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 Toques will be available for purchase during this event. All proceeds to Beacon House Food Bank | $20 (cash or e-transfer)
Brought to you by Acadia Recreation Club and HRM Rec.
Space is limited. First come, first served.
Brought to you by HRM Rec
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.
Brought to you by HRM Rec
Space is limited. First come, first served.
Brought to you by HRM Rec
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.
Brought to you by HRM Rec
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.
Brought to you by Sportwheels Sports Excellence
Sunday, February 16
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.
Brought to you by Sackville NS Lions Club
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.
Brought to you by Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville
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.
Brought to you by Sackville Kinsmen Club
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.
Brought to you by Fultz House Museum
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.
Brought to you by HRM Rec
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.
Brought to you by Sackville Heights Community Centre
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.
Brought to you by the Kinette Club of Sackville with support from Sackville United Baptist Church
🎆 Look forward to a spectacular fireworks display over First Lake!
Monday, February 17
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.
Brought to you by Freeman's Little New York and Sackville Flyers U15B Black
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.
Brought to you by HRM Rec
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.
Brought to you by Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville
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.
Brought to you by Darrell Samson, MP and FRABA
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.
Brought to you by HRM Rec
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.
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.