Highland Games
Come join us for the oldest continuous Highland Games in the world outside of Scotland, running since 1863. For generations the Scottish way of life has been maintained in Eastern Nova Scotia and Cape Breton Island. The language, the traditions, music, dances and songs of the Gael, along with feats of strength and excellence continue to flourish at the Highland Games at Antigonish. Each July, hundreds of musicians, dancers and athletes perform and compete in this grand festival.
Early in the week, the town opens its doors in welcome with special church services, clan gatherings, Scottish heritage workshops and concerts. Then come the games themselves, with one of Canada's finest outdoor Tattoos and the favorite "Concert Under the Stars" featuring pipers, dancers, fiddlers and singers. Topping it all off are the great pipe bands and the men of strength, testing themselves at the caber toss and heavy events.
http://www.antigonishhighlandgames.com/
Festival Antigonish
Treat yourself to world-class live theatre. Comedy, music and drama on the Main Stage or exciting new plays on the Late Night Stage with a highly acclaimed professional repertory theatre company. Delight the kids by taking them to the lively children's series. We offer over 100 performances of a dozen different shows over 3 months! Summer is indeed Festival season in Antigonish, the perfect base for your Maritime vacation!
http://www.festivalantigonish.com/
Antigonish Heritage Museum
Antigonish Heritage museum is a community museum that strives to preserve and promote a cultural understanding of the heritage of Antigonish Town and County. Housed in the former CN Rail Station building, it is located at 20 East Main Street in the Town of Antigonish. Exhibits depict early days of Antigonish town and county. Special exhibits include: photos, business ledgers, railway artifacts, and an 1864 volunteer fire department pumper. The research library and archives contain extensive genealogical information, including the inventory of pre-1914 heritage homes and buildings in town and county. Open July & August: Mon-Sat 10:00 am-5:00 pm; September-June: Mon-Fri 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1:00 pm-5:00 pm. Admission free, donations welcome.
http://www.parl.ns.ca/aheritage/Pages/default.htm
Theatre Antigonish is a non-profit, community theatre under the supervision of professional staff. It is based in the Bauer Theatre building on the St. FX University campus. Productions during the fall and spring terms feature university and high school students, and residents of the local community. Occasionally guest artists are invited to act in or direct its productions
Wooden Carvings
Antigonish town and County boasts several unique statues that have been craved from dying elm trees. Some of the historical and cultural carvings include a highland dancer, a piper, a war veteran, a caber tosser and RCMP officers. Why not take a walking tour?
Chez Deslauriers
Settled in the late 17th century, the Pomquet Village maintains its Acadian traditions through language and culture, the Chez Deslauriers is a restored Acadian home overlooking beautiful Pomquet beach. Here you will find a restaurant, arts and crafts shop and an interpretation centre.
http://www.pomquet.net/village.htm