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Kentville Holly Days Festival 2025

Kentville Holly Days Festival 2025

November 21-23 2025

The Town of Kentville and Kentville Business Community are excited to partner on the delivery of this magical holiday experience. 

A family of three kids pose behind life-sized wooden letters that spell out the word joy. A backdrop of beautiful lights shines behind them.

 

Get ready, Kentville! Our beloved Holly Days Festival is returning on November 21 to bring festive cheer and community spirit to town.

While we’re still finalizing the details for this year’s celebration, you can expect all the magic that makes Holly Days so special — twinkling lights, joyful activities, and moments to share with family and friends.

Whether you’re stopping by the festive market or cozying up with seasonal treats, Holly Days is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit.

Holly Days 2025
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 Friday, November 21st | 6:00pm
📍 Corner of Main Street and Bridge Street

Join us as we officially kick off the holiday season in Kentville with the annual Tree Lighting Celebration!

Gather with friends and neighbours to watch the town sparkle as the lights come on for the first time this season. Enjoy the festive atmosphere, holiday music, and a special visit from Santa following the lighting!

After the lighting:
Head to Centre Square to visit with Santa from 6:30–8:00pm as part of the Holly Days Festival weekend.

Come celebrate the magic of the season—right in the heart of downtown Kentville!

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Tree Lighting
Cost:
FREE

348 Main Street
Kentville NS B4N 3W4
Canada

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Saturday, November 22nd | 10:00–11:45am
📍 Credit Union Centre

Get moving and get festive with UP – Holiday Edition!
Join us for a fun, active morning designed to lift your spirits and get you in the holiday mood. This special edition of the UP program combines movement, laughter, and community connection — with a festive twist!

Whether you’re a regular participant or trying it for the first time, everyone is welcome. Bring your energy, wear something cheerful, and enjoy a morning of light exercise, games, and seasonal fun.

🎄 Part of Kentville’s Holly Days Festival weekend!

Up Program

38 Gary Pearl Drive
Kentville NS B4N 3W4
Canada

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Saturday, November 22nd | 4:00–5:00pm
📍 Kentville Arena

Lace up your skates and glide into the holiday season with a Free Community Skate at the Kentville Arena!

Enjoy an afternoon of fun on the ice with friends and family — and warm up afterward with a free cup of hot chocolate. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season, stay active, and share some holiday cheer.

All ages and skill levels are welcome. Don’t forget your mittens!

🎄 Part of Kentville’s Holly Days Festival weekend.

Holly Days Skating

120 Webster St
Kentville NS B4N 3W4
Canada

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Saturday, November 22nd | 6:30 PM
📍 Centre Square, Downtown Kentville

Grab your blankets and chairs and join us under the stars for a festive outdoor movie night! We’re showing the 2018 animated classic The Grinch, and it’s sure to bring smiles for the whole family.

Sip on some free hot chocolate as you follow the Grinch’s journey from grumpy to gleeful. This event is free, fun, and perfect for all ages!

Bundle up, bring your holiday cheer, and enjoy this heartwarming favourite as part of Kentville’s Holly Days Festival weekend.

🎄 Don’t forget to dress for the weather!

The Grinch
Cost:
FREE
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Centre Square

389 Main Street
Kentville NS B4N 3W4
Canada