One of the most fragrant and most colorful festival is back! Get ready to join in the fun at the 88th annual Apple Blossom Festival that kicks off the summer in Nova Scotia. There are so many fun events going on throughout the week including a children’s festival, the children’s parade, fireworks, movies, music, food, and so much more.
The Apple Blossom Festival annually opens Nova Scotia’s tourist season and continues to enjoy national and international recognition. The American Bus Association selected it as one of the Top 100 tourist events in North America in 1988 and 1991. In 2001, Canada Post named the Festival as one of the top 10 tourist attractions in Canada and simultaneously released the Apple Blossom Festival Stamp in 2001 for the 69th Festival. In 2002, the Royal Canadian Mint presented the Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival – the 2002 50-Cent Sterling Silver Coin.
The Apple Blossom Festival has grown to embrace the many communities that make up the Annapolis Valley. Opening Night is one event that moves from community to community and is an opportunity to honor the contributions and dedication of the many, many Festival volunteers, while highlighting that community. The reigning Queen Annapolisa and new princess candidates are special guests at a formal tea held in a Valley community on the Friday afternoon. Candidates will be given the chance to speak publicly as an important part of the leadership competition procedure.
The Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival enables everyone to celebrate the Annapolis Valley’s heritage and culture by hosting a multi-day festival, comprised of events that reflect our past, present, and future.
Join the festivities and fun starting this May 25 in Various communities throughout the Annapolis Valley!
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