Free Outdoor Family Fun in Kentville Parks!

Building on the success of the Town’s Unstructured Play (UP) Program, the Get Outside PLAYdate Series invites families of all ages and stages to connect, explore, and play outdoors throughout the spring, summer, and fall months.

Each PLAYdate features a fun and engaging theme—like Fort Building, Nature Art, Water Play, or Scavenger Hunts—and is led by trained Outdoor Play Guides. These free, inclusive sessions encourage movement, creativity, and social connection in a relaxed, all-weather environment.

For more information visit: www.kentville.ca/playdate 

Welcome to the Women on Wheels Provincial Cycling Club, where we pedal together towards empowerment and adventure!

Connect with a vibrant community of like-minded women who share your passion for cycling. Say goodbye to lonely rides and hello to new friendships that will last a lifetime.

Unlock your full potential both physically and mentally as you build strength, stamina, and improve your cycling abilities. Feel the rush of endorphins as you conquer new challenges on two wheels.

Discover the world in a whole new way as you explore breathtaking landscapes and hidden gems in your local area. Get ready for unforgettable adventures that will leave you breathless.

Boost your self-confidence as you master a new skill – cycling! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider, our club offers support and guidance every step of the way.

Each Wednesday night in June, at the Kentville Lions Hall (78 River Street) local amateur musicians gather to sing and play for the crowd.

Come out and hear the tunes, tap your toes and sing along to familiar favourites. We offer this safe opportunity for those living with addiction to join us as are bar is NOT open during this event.

$2 admission. Shared sweet break at 8PM - please bring a sweet to share.

Every Wednesday night at the Kentville Lions Hall (78 River Street).

Rescheduled to the rain date: Sunday, June 8th! 

Saturday, June 7 | 10:00am–3:00pm (Rain date: June 8)
Locations: Oakdene Park & the Kentville Ravine

Join us for a full day of outdoor activities, environmental education, and community fun as we take a “Journey to a Greener Future.” Enjoy guided hikes, hands-on workshops, over 20 exhibitors, nature crafts, a free BBQ, and much more.

🗺️ View the posters below for full schedules and details for each location.

Kentville residents elect six councillors and the mayor every four years during municipal elections. This team meets each month during the Council Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting with directors to understand town operations, and to receive recommendations from staff.  At the end of each month, council considers these and other recommendations and makes decisions in the best interest of the town. Both the CAC and council meetings are open to the public, either live at Town Hall or online using YouTube.  All council meetings and council meeting highlights are available on the town's YouTube channel.

Each Wednesday night in June, at the Kentville Lions Hall (78 River Street) local amateur musicians gather to sing and play for the crowd.

Come out and hear the tunes, tap your toes and sing along to familiar favourites. We offer this safe opportunity for those living with addiction to join us as are bar is NOT open during this event.

$2 admission. Shared sweet break at 8PM - please bring a sweet to share.

Every Wednesday night at the Kentville Lions Hall (78 River Street).

The Investment Advisory Committee is appointed by Council to monitor the investment portfolio and investment activities pursuant to the Perpetual Reserve Fund Policy for the funds invested from the sale of the Kentville Electric Commission. Nova Scotia Bill # 20 – Town of Kentville and Kentville Electric Commission Sale of Assets Act stated that “The Town shall establish a Special Perpetual Reserve Fund.”  Direction is provided within Town of Kentville’s Policy Statement G26 – Investments – Perpetual Reserve Fund Policy.  The investment Committee meets monthly with the Investment Manager/Advisor to review the past month’s progress and the position of the Fund.

The Heritage Committee was created in 2023 in response to public concern over the loss or threat of loss of significant heritage buildings in the town.  This committee is seeking to develop a means to preserve and protect heritage buildings and elements in the town.

Free Outdoor Family Fun in Kentville Parks!

Building on the success of the Town’s Unstructured Play (UP) Program, the Get Outside PLAYdate Series invites families of all ages and stages to connect, explore, and play outdoors throughout the spring, summer, and fall months.

Each PLAYdate features a fun and engaging theme—like Fort Building, Nature Art, Water Play, or Scavenger Hunts—and is led by trained Outdoor Play Guides. These free, inclusive sessions encourage movement, creativity, and social connection in a relaxed, all-weather environment.

For more information visit: www.kentville.ca/playdate 

Kentville Town Council will hold a Special (unscheduled) meeting of Council on June 17 at 4pm in Council chambers to discuss updated intermunicipal service agreements, the Sanitary Sewer Operating Reserve and approval of a funding commitment resolution.

Kentville residents elect six councillors and the mayor every four years during municipal elections. This team meets each month during the Council Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting with directors to understand town operations, and to receive recommendations from staff.  At the end of each month, council considers these and other recommendations and makes decisions in the best interest of the town. Both the CAC and council meetings are open to the public, either live at Town Hall or online using YouTube.  All council meetings and council meeting highlights are available on the town's YouTube channel.

 The Planning and Development Department invites you to a Public Participation Meeting to discuss General Commercial C1 Zone Proposed Amendments re: Amenity and Parking Requirements - June 17th, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Meetings are open to the Public and will be held in Council Chambers at 354 Main Street, Kentville, NS, B4N 1K6

The advisory group for the Kentville Police Service, the Police Commission works to help strengthen and improve the Police Service. The commission meets 11 times per year to discuss emerging issues, equipment, and personnel. Members on this board include two members of Town Council, two members from the community, and a representative from the provincial Department of Justice.  

Each Wednesday night in June, at the Kentville Lions Hall (78 River Street) local amateur musicians gather to sing and play for the crowd.

Come out and hear the tunes, tap your toes and sing along to familiar favourites. We offer this safe opportunity for those living with addiction to join us as are bar is NOT open during this event.

$2 admission. Shared sweet break at 8PM - please bring a sweet to share.

Every Wednesday night at the Kentville Lions Hall (78 River Street).

The Town of Kentville's Inclusion and Access Advisory Committee meets to evaluate, review, implement and update the accessibility plan for the Town.  The committee was formed in November 2021 and consists of 5 community members, 2 elected officials and 2 staff persons.  To reach out to the committee about your concerns or ideas around accessibility, please email accessibility@kentville.ca today!

It’s the longest day of the year, and we’re making the most of it at Oakdene Park with TWO awesome events tonight — and you’re invited! 🎉

⛺ Learn to Camp Workshop
🕕 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Perfect for beginners and families — learn how to pitch a tent, start a safe campfire, and build your outdoor confidence!

🔥 Summer Solstice Community Celebration
🕖 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Gather 'round a cozy campfire (or LED glow if there's a burn ban) for music, stories, and marshmallows with friends and neighbours.

🎟️ Both events are FREE and open to all ages — bring a blanket or lawn chair and get ready for a fun evening in the park!

📍Oakdene Park – 46 Campbell Road, Kentville
📧 Questions? Email: recreation@kentville.ca

Each Spring, the motorcycle community comes together Kentville to show off their bikes, their skills and their merchandise.  There are bike shows, displays, vendors, stunt shows, live bands, community breakfasts and BBQs.

Join us this weekend in Downtown Kentville! DHA 2025 June 21-22.

TIPS FOR GETTING AROUND AND HAVING A GREAT TIME DOWTOWN DURING THE RALLY:

• Centre Square will be partially closed starting Friday June 20 for vendor set-up 
• A section of Webster Street from Bridge to Aberdeen will be open to bike traffic and bike parking only starting Saturday June 22 in the morning.  Detours will be set up to guide 4 wheeled vehicles around town and to open parking areas suitable for standard vehicles.
• We recommend 4 wheel parking behind Town Hall at 354 Main Street, and behind the Kentville Justice Centre at 86 Bridge Street
• This event is family friendly and we encourage you to come with a crew! You don't have to ride a bike to have a great time downtown.
• Check out the vendor area and visit food trucks and sellers from all over
• 50/50 and raffles will be set up next to TD Bank on Webster Street
• The main event stage will be at 35 Webster Street and we are featuring awesome local talent!
• Public bathrooms will be on site next to the stage area at 35 Webster Street. 
• Visit our local merchants to beat the heat and find local treasures
• Our pubs and eateries are awesome and we recommend checking them out while you're here!

Kentville’s Movies in the Park series kicks off this summer with 3 nights of FREE family-friendly films, chosen by YOU!

Bring a chair or blanket

Pack your fave snacks (the more popcorn, the better!)

NEW showtime: 8pm for all 3 movies! 

Oakdene Park Stage

Lineup:

June 21 – Honey, I Shrunk the Kids

July 19 – The Land Before Time

August 23 – E.T.

Thanks to everyone who helped pick the lineup—we’ll see you at the movies!

Details: www.kentville.ca/movies

The Race to Conserve and Restore Our Wetlands
Miners Marsh, Kentville
June 22, 2025
Race Start 10:15 a.m.

The Duck and Run Fun Run at the Miners Marsh is a race to conserve and restore our wetlands: a fundraising event in support of Ducks Unlimited Canada, where participants of all ages are encouraged to lace up in support of conservation.

Day-of sign-in will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Miners Marsh, with the run beginning at 10:15 a.m.

Go the extra mile: Fundraise for Canada's wetlands!
Ask your friends, family and colleagues to support your efforts and make a donation to your personal fundraising page. Better still, download the DonorDrive mobile app so you can conveniently access and track your fundraising progress, earn badges and celebrate milestones you've achieved!

Gather your flock of friends and family and migrate our way this spring to enjoy time outdoors, courtesy of nature.
We’ll make it worth the trip! Prizes for top 3 fundraisers!

The meeting will be livestreamed on the County of Kings’ YouTube channel – click here for the link.

This is a special meeting of Council (unscheduled), which will be held virtually, and will include elected officials from

1. Municipality of the County of Annapolis

2. Town of Annapolis Royal

3. Town of Berwick

4. Municipality of the District of Digby

5. Town of Kentville

6. Municipality of the County of Kings

7. Town of Middleton

8. Town of Wolfville

Kentville residents elect six councillors and the mayor every four years during municipal elections. This team meets each month during the Council Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting with directors to understand town operations, and to receive recommendations from staff.  At the end of each month, council considers these and other recommendations and makes decisions in the best interest of the town. Both the CAC and council meetings are open to the public, either live at Town Hall or online using YouTube (this meeting may be posted in an alternate location, which will be posted on this page closer to the date).  All council meetings and council meeting highlights are available on the town's YouTube channel.

This is a special meeting of Council (unscheduled), to discuss the draft 2025-2026 Town of Kentville Operating Budget.

Kentville residents elect six councillors and the mayor every four years during municipal elections. This team meets each month during the Council Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting with directors to understand town operations, and to receive recommendations from staff.  At the end of each month, council considers these and other recommendations and makes decisions in the best interest of the town. Both the CAC and council meetings are open to the public, either live at Town Hall or online using YouTube (this meeting may be posted in an alternate location, which will be posted on this page closer to the date).  All council meetings and council meeting highlights are available on the town's YouTube channel.

Each Wednesday night in June, at the Kentville Lions Hall (78 River Street) local amateur musicians gather to sing and play for the crowd.

Come out and hear the tunes, tap your toes and sing along to familiar favourites. We offer this safe opportunity for those living with addiction to join us as are bar is NOT open during this event.

$2 admission. Shared sweet break at 8PM - please bring a sweet to share.

Every Wednesday night at the Kentville Lions Hall (78 River Street).

Valley Pride’s flagship event is back for a third year! Join us in making Kentville the queerest town in Nova Scotia at our fabulous annual takeover of the ToK.

Come together with us at Miner’s Marsh at 11 for our annual pride march, featuring speakers and a loud and proud march around downtown Kentville.

We’ve got a fantastic day of programming for the whole family with musical performances, games, a vendor market and resource fair, and so much more all happening in Centre Square starting at noon.

You won’t want to miss the Twirl Time family drag show at the Kings Arms Pub. You’ll want to get your tickets to this one soon–it sells out quickly every year! Treat your little ones to an afternoon of glitter and joy with family-friendly drag performances and story time.

Then end the night off with an evening of glitz and glam at Queer Prom at Maritime Express.

Valley Pride strives to embrace processes and actions that recognize people’s right to participate fully in society as their authentic selves no matter your gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, race/ethnicity, spiritual/religious practice, age, neurodiversity, and any other unique differences. 

Free Outdoor Family Fun in Kentville Parks!

Building on the success of the Town’s Unstructured Play (UP) Program, the Get Outside PLAYdate Series invites families of all ages and stages to connect, explore, and play outdoors throughout the spring, summer, and fall months.

Each PLAYdate features a fun and engaging theme—like Fort Building, Nature Art, Water Play, or Scavenger Hunts—and is led by trained Outdoor Play Guides. These free, inclusive sessions encourage movement, creativity, and social connection in a relaxed, all-weather environment.

For more information visit: www.kentville.ca/playdate 

The Planning and Development Department invites you to a Public Hearing -to discuss Limited Commercial (C3) Zone Proposed Amendments to permit a maximum of four residential conversion units per lot  - June 30th, 2025 at 5:00 PM

The meeting is open to the Public and will be held in Council Chambers at 354 Main Street, Kentville, NS, B4N 1K6

Kentville residents elect six councillors and the mayor every four years during municipal elections. This team meets each month during the Council Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting with directors to understand town operations, and to receive recommendations from staff.  At the end of each month, council considers these and other recommendations and makes decisions in the best interest of the town. Both the CAC and council meetings are open to the public, either live at Town Hall or online using YouTube.  All council meetings and council meeting highlights are available on the town's YouTube channel.