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Harbourfest in D’Escousse

Isle Madame

Jul 31 – Aug 3

About

Harbourfest weekend is a yearly summer event that has taken place for the last 43 years. It brings community, family, friends and tourists to our friendly, beautiful seaside Yacht Club. This event is for all ages. Harbourfest showcases musicians, scenic harbourfront bar, local seafood, food trucks, BBQ, fry station, children’s games, boating fun run, Hungry Man Breakfast, 5K Foggy Fun Run, and the local Mini Market. Come for the fun, stay for the sunsets!

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Highway 320, D'Escousse, Nova Scotia

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