Snow Days Fireworks
February 13–16, 2026

Sackville Snow Days

Prepare for a flurry of winter fun—Sackville Snow Days is back this February long weekend! 

From February 13–16, 2026, the community is invited to come together for another exciting celebration of winter in Sackville. Look forward to a mix of favourite activities and new surprises, including skating, sledding, swimming, crafts, inflatable bouncy castles, contests, movies, and a fireworks show to light up the winter sky.

Sackville Snow Days is organized by the Sackville Business Association in collaboration with local organizations, businesses, and dedicated volunteers who help bring this beloved community tradition to life. Stay tuned as more details and the full schedule of events are shared closer to the weekend.

We can’t wait to celebrate another Snow Days with you! 

Snow Days Contests
Colouring Contest
Colouring Contest
Coming Soon

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 (coming soon) or picked up at the Sackville Public Library, 636 Sackville Drive (coming soon).

Submission Deadline: Submit your completed colouring sheets by 4 p.m. on Sunday, February 15 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.

Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt
February 13–February 15

Enter the Sackville Snow Days Scavenger Hunt and you could win a $100 VIP Pizza Party from Freeman's Little New York Lower Sackville! Access the clues via a printable PDF or digital form (coming soon). Clue sheets can also be picked up at the Sackville Public Library (636 Sackville Drive) beginning on February 13, 2026.

Submission Deadline: Completed clues must be submitted no later than 4 p.m. on Sunday, February 15. 

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 2026

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

Friday, February 13
Friday, February 13
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, face painting, and a photobooth. Space is limited.

Friday, February 13
7–9 pm
Sackville's 4th Annual Snow "Ball"
Sackville Public Library, 636 Sackville Drive | (902) 865-8653

It's Friday the 13th, and the Library's Teen Zone is celebrating Sackville's 4th Annual Snow "Ball". We are turning the Library into a winter wonderland, complete with music, dancing, refreshments, and a photo booth. In honour of the "unlucky" date, this year's ball will add a sprinkle of the dark and scary. Prizes will be up for grabs, and dressing for the occasion is strongly encouraged. Space is limited. Grades 7-12. Registration is required.

Register for Event

Free

Brought to you by Sackville Public Library

Saturday, February 14
Saturday, February 14
9–11 am
Payzant Sackville Snow Days Kids Workshop
Payzant Home Hardware Building Centre, 250 Sackville Drive | (902) 864-0000

Join the team at Payzant Home Hardware for a morning of creativity! Kids aged 5-12 can enjoy completing a small carpentry project, accompanied by refreshments. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Call 902-864-0000 to register for the workshop.

Free

Brought to you by Payzant Home Hardware

Saturday, February 14
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 450 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 14
10 AM–3 PM
Block Play
Sackville Public Library, 636 Sackville Drive | (902) 865-8653

Let your imagination run wild with the Library's block collection, and create some fun for the whole family. All ages are welcome.

Free

Brought to you by Sackville Public Library

Saturday, February 14
11 AM
Family Favourites Movie at Cineplex: How to Train Your Dragon
Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville, 760 Sackville Drive | (902) 869-2022

Join us for a screening of How to Train Your Dragon 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 14
1-3 pm
Winter Play Day
Acadia Park, 650 Sackville Drive | (902) 869-4203

Families are invited to play! This outdoor event will feature a variety of free play activities for both the young and the young at heart. Don’t forget to warm up with a toasty drink—the RBC truck will be on site, handing out hot chocolate. Parents are responsible for supervising their children during this event. Helmets recommended.

Free

Brought to you by Acadia Recreation Club and HRM Rec.

Saturday, February 14
2:15–4:15 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 14
2:30–4 pm
Winter Games 2026
Sackville Public Library, 636 Sackville Drive | (902) 865-8653

There is no need to travel to Italy if you want to play some winter games. You can visit the Library for a quick afternoon of activities perfect for little Olympians. Ages 8+, or younger with adult assistance.

Free

Brought to you by Sackville Public Library

Saturday, February 14
2:30–4:30 pm
Make Your Own Calming Jars
Esinam Counselling Inc., 447 Sackville Drive | (902) 252-0595

Join Esinam Counselling Inc. on February 14 to create your own calming jars! This fun, hands-on activity is perfect for kids. Calming jars are helpful tools to help your kids to soothe or relax when they're feeling worried or overwhelmed. Space is limited. Pre-registration required.  

Registration opens Monday, February 2.

Free

Brought to you by Esinam Counselling Inc.

Saturday, February 14
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

Sunday, February 15
Sunday, February 15
9 – 11 am
Annual Snow Days Community Breakfast
Sackville Lions Club, 101 Beaver Bank Road I 902-789-3973

Join Sackville Lions Club for a scrumptious breakfast! Indulge in pancakes, sausage, home fries, and tea or coffee. Juice pack included for children. 

Prices: $8 for adults; $5 for ages 5–12; free for children 5 and under.
 

 

$5-8

Brought to you by Sackville Lions Club

Sunday, February 15
11 am
Family Favourites Movie at Cineplex: How to Train Your Dragon
Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville, 760 Sackville Drive | (902) 869-2022

Join us for a screening of How to Train Your Dragon 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 15
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 15
1-4 pm (1 pm, 2 pm, 3pm)
Snow Days Bounce & Play
Sackville Heights Community Centre, 45 Connolly Road | (902) 869-4764

Join the Bounce bonanza! Bouncy castles await kids 9 and 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.  

Registration opens Wednesday, February 11.

Free

Brought to you by Sackville Heights Community Centre

Sunday, February 15
2:15–4:15 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

Sunday, February 15
2:30–4:30 PM
Movie: The Bad Guys 2
Sackville Public Library, 636 Sackville Drive | (902) 865-8653

The Bad Guys are struggling to find trust and acceptance in their newly minted lives as Good Guys, when they are pulled out of retirement and forced to do "one last job" by an all-female squad of criminals. All ages with parental guidance.

Free

Brought to you by Sackville Public Library

Sunday, February 15
7 pm
Fireworks Display
Kinsmen Park, 71 First Lake Drive

🎆 Look forward to a spectacular fireworks display over First Lake! Please note that Kinsmen Hall is closed for construction—there will be no indoor activities in the Hall this year, and no washrooms will be available on site.

Free

With the support of Councillor Billy Gillis and Councillor John Young

Monday, February 16
Monday, February 16
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 16
11 am
Family Favourites Movie at Cineplex: How to Train Your Dragon
Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville, 760 Sackville Drive | (902) 869-2022

Join us for a screening of How to Train Your Dragon 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 16
1-3 pm
Winter Play Day
Acadia Park, 650 Sackville Drive | (902) 869-4203

Families are invited to play! This outdoor event will feature a variety of free play activities for both the young and the young at heart. 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. Helmets recommended. 

Free

Brought to you by Acadia Recreation Club and HRM Rec.

Monday, February 16
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

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.