Democracy 250
Various Venues
Halifax - Halifax Metro
May 1 - October 31
2008 celebrates the 250th anniversary of the birth of parliamentary democracy in Canada; a proud first for Nova Scotia!
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New Scotland Days
Various Venues
Pictou - Northumberland Shore
July 10 - September 15
The Festival begins on the anniversary of the departure of the Hector from Scotland on July 10th, and concludes in celebration of its arrival in Pictou on September 15th.
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Atlantic Fringe Festival
Various Venues
Halifax - Halifax Metro
August 28 - September 7
Theatre that goes for the edges, presses the form, takes risks, is offbeat and fresh.
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Discover the Wines Nova Scotia Fall Festival
Various Venues - Various
September 4 - October 26
Discover the passion and artistry of Nova Scotia’s winemakers and some of our province’s finest chefs de cuisine.
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Fall Fungi Foray & Festival
Chanterelle Inn
St. Ann's - Cape Breton Island
September 5-7
Stalk the wild fungi and identify "the catch" with mycologist Kent Mullin and then learn to prepare and cook them!
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14th Annual Sherbrooke Show & Shine
Sherbrooke Village
Sherbrooke - Eastern Shore
September 6-7
A gathering of classic and antique vehicles held next to beautiful Sherbrooke Village.
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50 Mile Route of Yard Sales
Various Venues
Middle Musquodoboit - Eastern Shore
September 6-7
A bargain hunter's paradise where you can find something for everyone - even the most unique item at hundreds of stops along the way.
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Nova Scotia International Air Show 2008
Halifax Stanfield International Airport
Enfield - Halifax Metro
September 6-7
The air show is a celebration of aviation in Nova Scotia, Canada and abroad and also provides a venue for recognition of military personnel in the region.
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