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Winter Carnival

February 10-16, 2026!

Check out our complete schedule of events. A text-based version of the schedule is available below.

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Please check our Community Living Facebook Page – Winter Carnival event updates will appear there first. Any questions? Call or Text Jess at 902-694-0371.

Winter Carnival Schedule

Tuesday, February 10

  • 7:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Walking Track – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 8:30-9:30 a.m. Seniors and Adults Public Skating – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 9:30-10:30 a.m. Parents and Tots Public Skating – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 10:00-11:00 a.m. NS Walks Amherst – Meet at Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 11:00-12:00 p.m. Walkers/Skaters, FREE Lunch Social – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 12:00-12:50 p.m. Lunchtime Public Skate – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 12:00-4:00 p.m. Mini Game Day – Condors Golf Lounge, 9 Laplanche Street
  • 2:45-3:45 p.m. Afterschool Skating, FREE Healthy Snacks & Equipment Provided – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 3:00-4:30 p.m. Fingerprint Love Canvas – Amherst Library, 21 Acadia Street
  • 3:00-5:00 p.m. Valentine’s Paint Night – Anchor, 13 West Pleasant Street

Wednesday, February 11

  • 7:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Walking Track – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 8:30-9:30 a.m. Seniors and Adults Public Skating – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 9:30-10:30 a.m. Parents and Tots Public Skating – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Outdoor Skating – Outdoor Rink, 31 East Victoria Street
  • 11:30-1:00 p.m. Winter Carnival Lunch at The Bridge, $15 – 16 Station Street
  • 1:00-2:00 p.m. Crib Tournament – Amherst Legion, 47 Laplanche Street
  • 1:15-2:00 Aquafit – YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street
  • 4:30-5:30 Amherst Skating Club Demonstration – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 6:00-7:00 p.m. Youth Volleyball – YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street
  • 7:00-8:00 p.m. Mixed Fun Darts – Amherst Legion, 47 Laplanche Street
  • 7:15-8:30 p.m. Adult Volleyball – YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street

Thursday, February 12

  • 7:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Walking Track – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Outdoor Skating – Outdoor Rink, 31 East Victoria Street
  • 8:30-9:30 a.m. Seniors and Adults Public Skating – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 9:30-10:30 a.m. Parents and Tots Public Skating – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 12:00-12:50 p.m. Free Lunchtime Skate – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 12:00-4:00 p.m. Closest to the Pin Contest – Condors Golf Lounge, 9 Laplanche Street
  • 1:30-2:30 p.m. Chair Fitness – YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street
  • 2:45-3:45 p.m. Afterschool Skate + Shinny, FREE Healthy Snacks – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 3:00-5:00 p.m. Youth Drop In – Maggie’s Place, 11 Elmwood Drive
  • 4:45-6:45 p.m. Amherst Skating Club, Bring a Friend Day – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 6:00-7:30 p.m. Athletic Achievers Banquet – CCUBIC, 5 Ratchford Street
  • 6:00-8:00 p.m. Youth Dance – Anchor Youth Space, 13 West Pleasant Street
  • 6:30-7:30 p.m. Youth Badminton – YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street
  • 7:30-9:30 p.m. Adult Pickleball – YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street

Friday, February 13

  • 7:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Walking Track – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Outdoor Skating – Outdoor Rink, 31 East Victoria Street
  • 10:00-11:30 p.m. Free Pancake Breakfast, United Way – YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street
  • 1:00-5:00 p.m. Biggest Fan Jamboree – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 1:00-2:00 p.m. Try Line Dancing – Amherst Legion, 47 Laplanche Street
  • 6:00-8:00 p.m. Come Try Curling! – Curling Club, 45 Prince Arthur Street
  • 6:00-7:30 p.m. Friday Night Fun ages 5-8 – YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street
  • 7:00-8:00 p.m. Chase the Ace – Amherst Legion, 47 Laplanche Street
  • 7:45-9:00 p.m. Friday Night Fun ages 9-14 – YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street

Saturday, February 14

  • 7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Walking Track – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Buggest Fan Jamboree Tournament – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Outdoor Skating – Outdoor Rink, 31 East Victoria Street
  • 8:00-9:00 a.m. Striders – Try Our Walk/Run Club! Bring a Friend and Wear Red! – Dayle’s Grand Market, 129 East Victoria Street
  • 9:00-12:00 p.m. Lions Club Breakfast $ - Amherst Lions Club, 9 Electric Street
  • 10:00-12:00 p.m. TaeKwon-Do Demonstration Kick-A-Thon/Board Breaking – Amherst Centre Mall, 142 South Albion Street (Enter by Atlantic Smile)
  • 1:00-3:00 p.m. Sweetheart Snowshoe or Walk & Maple Treats! – Dickie Park, 132 East Pleasant Street
  • 7:00-9:30 p.m. Ramblers Game: Valley Wildcats @ Amherst – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 8:00 p.m. Valentine’s Day Dance – Amherst Legion, 47 Laplanche Street

Sunday, February 15

  • 8:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Walking Track – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 8:00-12:00 p.m. Biggest Fan Jamboree Tournament – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 10:30-11:30 a.m. Glow Party, ages 2-12 – Amherst Wesleyan Church, 6 Maltby Court
  • 11:00-12:00 p.m. Heart Opening Yoga Class – Root to Rise Yoga, 26 Industrial Park Drive (upstairs)
  • 1:00-2:00 p.m. Winter Fossil Cliffs Hike – Joggins Fossil Cliffs & Centre, 100 Main Street, Joggins, NS

FAMILY FUN DAY ACTIVITIES – Sunday, February 15

  • 11:00-1:00 p.m. Guided Big Block Walk – YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street
  • 11:45-12:00 p.m. Flag Day Ceremony – YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street
  • 12:00-1:00 p.m. FREE Community Lunch – Community Room, YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street
  • 1:00-1:30 Family Zumba – Gymnasium, YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street
  • 1:00-3:30 Free Swim – YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street
  • 1:30-3:30 Family Fun Day Games/Crafts – Community Room, YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street
  • 1:30-3:30 Family Fun Day Activities, Bouncy Castle and Games – Gymnasium, YMCA of Cumberland, 92 Church Street
  • 1:00-3:00 p.m. Alpine Curling – Outdoor Rink, 31 East Victoria Street
  • 4:00-5:00 p.m. Gateway Wellness: Meditation & Mindfulness – Register Online Here

Monday, February 16

  • 10:00-2:00 p.m. Free Bowling, Call to Register: 902-667-5678 – King Pin Bowling, 5 Gerard Avenue
  • 2:00-4:30 p.m. Ramblers Game: Truro @ Amherst – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
  • 4:45-5:45 p.m. Family Day Skate With the Ramblers – Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street