With Father’s Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to celebrate the dads, stepdads, granddads, and father figures who support us in more ways than we often realize—from checking the oil in our cars to sharing their best BBQ tips and cracking unforgettable dad jokes. To help you celebrate, we’ve put together a list of events happening across Nova Scotia this weekend, along with some great local gift ideas!
23rd Annual Father’s Day Antique Car Show
Location: Memory Lane Heritage Village, Lake Charlotte
Date: Sunday, June 15, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Admission: $7 (Children under 12 are free)
Enjoy a showcase of antique vehicles, live music, and Kub Kar races. Kids can build their own cars in the boat shop between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Snacks and meals are available on-site for a full day of fun.
Father’s Day Food Truck Festival
Location: 1785 Hammonds Plains Road
Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Celebrate Dad with an afternoon of great food, music, and community vibes at the Father’s Day Food Truck Festival! This family-friendly event features some of Nova Scotia’s most popular food trucks:
- The Purple People Feeder – Comfort food classics with a twist
- Smokinstein – Legendary BBQ and smoked eats
- Roll On Two Chimney Cakes – Chimney cake cones and soft-serve treats
Hosted in partnership with the Sipekne’katik Entertainment Centre, the festival also features:
- Live Entertainment
- Family-Friendly Activities
- A Strong Community Focus
Come hungry, bring the whole family, and enjoy a local celebration that supports community spirit.
Shore Club Lobster Supper
Location: 250 Shore Club Road, Hubbards
The Shore Club is celebrating 88 years of serving delicious meals—and it shows! Treat Dad to a classic Nova Scotia lobster dinner with unbeatable views overlooking Hubbards Cove. Reservations are recommended.
Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens
Location: Acadia University, 32 University Ave., Wolfville, NS
Open: Dawn to dusk daily
Admission: Free
Accessibility: Mostly accessible with gentle grades; some areas include steps.
If Dad enjoys nature, don’t miss a visit to these stunning gardens. Spread over 6 acres and featuring 9 unique habitat zones, it’s a peaceful and educational outdoor escape. Plus, the connected woodlands offer 50 acres of walking trails.
Flying Apron Cookery – Father’s Day Brunch Buffet
Location: 3 Summerville Wharf Road, Summerville, NS
Dates: June 14 & 15
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Cost: $45 adults | $15 kids (ages 6–12) | Free for under 5
Enjoy a locally sourced, mouth-watering buffet designed to show Dad just how much you care. The menu features something for everyone—from sweet to savory. Reservations are required.
Call 902-633-2300 to book.
Dine with Dad at Hennigar’s Farm Market
Location: 10272 Nova Scotia Trunk 1, Wolfville
Date: Sunday, June 15
Time: 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Hennigar’s Farm Market Cookhouse is teaming up with Crusin Gourmet for a Father’s Day meal and family fun! Explore the nature trail, feed the goats, or play Farmer’s Golf. There’s even a picnic area, a fishing boat play structure, and a sandpit for the kids.
This is a full day of outdoor adventure, great food, and quality family time!
Local Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Looking for a thoughtful, locally inspired gift? Here are some great Nova Scotia-based options:
Inkwell – A Halifax shop offering quirky, handmade Maritime gifts.
Sea House – A brand-new gift boutique on the Halifax Waterfront with a beachy, ocean-inspired vibe.
Nine Locks Brewing – Their Father’s Day Gift Box includes 6 craft beers of your choice, a Nine Locks trucker hat, and 3 Taylor Made golf balls.
Black Bow Gift Co. – Located in Dartmouth, they offer curated and custom gift boxes featuring everything from whiskey glasses and beard oil to fun little games.
Between the Mountains – A charming gift shop in Berwick with lots of unique Father’s Day ideas for dads of all kinds.
Whether you’re planning to spend the day together at one of these events or surprising Dad with a thoughtful local gift, this Father’s Day is an opportunity to show appreciation for all the little things he does. Here’s to celebrating the dads who make our lives richer and more meaningful.
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