Nova Scotia leaf tours & fall foliage

Discover the spectacular colours of the autumn leaves in Nova Scotia from late September through October. Travel the province on our seacoast drives, taking in the colourful fall foliage and exhilarating fresh air. The dramatic scenery of the Cabot Trail will blow you away.
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Check out the Leaf Watch Map to plan your scenic drive »

Nova Scotia food and wine travel

Experience Nova Scotia through the talent of our winemakers, chefs and farmers. We have a variety of culinary vacation packages that feature cooking classes, workshops and dining at some of our province’s best establishments, all featuring local food.
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Discover the wines of Nova Scotia

From pale gold to rich red, fall colours can also be found in Nova Scotia wine glasses. Plan your vacation around the events of the  Fall Wine Festival. Take vineyard tours, sample award-winning estate wines or browse winery gift shops.
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Fall harvest events and farmers’ markets

It’s fall harvest season in Nova Scotia and the perfect time to enjoy fresh food and local produce. Tour our unique towns and villages, for a variety of farmers’ markets, u-picks and harvest festivals. Halifax farmers’ market, the oldest in North America, is a Saturday morning favourite.
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Celebrate the fall harvest with these festivals and fairs »

Fall events calendar

This season presents some of our most famous events. From Celtic Colours International Festival on Cape Breton Island to Halifax Pop Explosion, it’s all about Nova Scotia culture. Fall also holds some of our wackiest events! Check out our Pumpkin Regattaand Scarecrow Festival. 
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Nova Scotia parks for your outdoor adventure

You’ll welcome the comfortable temperatures for your outdoor adventures this autumn. With many of our Nova Scotia Parks open through October and later, we’ll keep you moving. Hike Cape Breton Highlands, go canoeing in Kejimkujik, or explore the tides in the Bay of Fundy.
Check if your favourite Nova Scotia Parks are open in the fall »

Halloween family activities

Halloween chills and thrills add to the charm of the Nova Scotia fall. There are lots of spooky adventures to have, from a tour of the oldest English graveyard in Canada, to a trip through a haunted corn maze.
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Fall offers, packages and getaways

Cozy up at one of our Nova Scotia resorts or inn accommodations for fall romance and special occasions. Overnight Gourmet, Rendezvous for Two, and Family Fun are just a few of the great packages Nova Scotia offers.
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