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Each summer, Truro Parks Recreation and Culture hosts mid-summer Movie Nights in Victoria Park. A popular attraction for locals and tourists alike, the movies are shown on a 20-foot screen at the park's J. Arch Fraser Bandshell. Hundreds of people gather each year to take in classic, new and family-friendly movies while enjoying the fresh summer air. Please bring your own chair.
Movies start at dusk approx. 8:45 - 9:00 pm.
Complimentry healthy snacks provided in partnership with the Truro & Area Community Health Board.
2025 Movie Schedule:
August 8th - The Little Mermaid (2023)
August 15th -Dog Man
August 22nd - The Lorax
In honour of Canada Parks Day and having such a beautiful park in the heart of town, Truro Parks Recreation and Culture hosts a Canada Parks Day Celebration each year in Victoria Park. On the 3rd Saturday of July each year. The 2025 event will take place on Saturday, July 19th, 2025.
One of our Parks Day events is the VP Challenge. The Victoria Park Challenge is a children's race that integrates a series of challenging obstacles. Participants are tested on their stamina and agility as they navigate a scenic route through the lower area of Victoria Park in an unforgettable race. Registration is now OPEN for this free children's event!
Age Categories:
Ages 3-4 - This race is confined to the baseball field in Victoria Park.
Ages 5-6 - This race is confined to the baseball field in Victoria Park; they will do two loops of obstacles.
Ages 7-8 - This race is is roughly 1km long, they will get to do a bit of a trail run and then complete the obstacles in the ball field.
Ages 9-11 - This race is is roughly 3km's long; participants will get to do a bit of a trail run and then complete the obstacles in the ball field.
REGISTER TODAY! Please note, if you are using a mobile device you may need to turn it sideways to see the "book now" button.
JOIN US FOR CANADA's PARKS DAY
Saturday, July 19th, 2025
9:30am - 4:00pm
Victoria Park, Truro (29 Park Rd.)
9:30am - 10:30am Victoria Park Challenge Kids Run! Pre-registration is required. (limited spaces available)
11:00am - 1:00pm Live musical entertainment.
11:00am - 1:00pm Balloon Animals, Airbrush Tattoos, Bouncy Houses & Glitter Tattoos.
1:00pm -4:00pm FREE SWIM, Victoria Park Pool! (subject to pool capacity)
We’re starting the Canada Day fun a little early this year!Join us Monday, June 30 for an exciting evening of live music and a fireworks show to kick off the celebrations in style! 
Still want to celebrate on July 1st? No problem — check out the Canada Day Parade & Park Party with our friends at the Village of Bible Hill! 
Important: Fireworks will be held on June 30 — there will be no fireworks on July 1st Check out the rocking 2 day schedule!
June 30th, 2025
Kick Off to Canada Day in Civic Square - 6:30pm - 9:30pm
6:30pm – 6:45pm: Opening Remarks and Greetings
6:45pm – 8:00pm: Heritage Performers
8:00pm – 9:30pm: FREE Concert | Featuring Rankin and the Broken Reeds
Kick Off to Canada Day Fireworks - 10:00pm
10:00pm - From Parking Lot of the Truro-Bible Hill Off-Leash Dog Park on Marshland Dr.
**Best viewing location - Colchester Legion Stadium Parking Lot (14 Lorne St.)
July 1st, 2025
Bible Hill Canada Day Parade - Map of Route on Poster
Beginning at 10:00am, St. Davids Ave. in Bible Hill
Canada Day Park Party at the Bible Hill Rec Park - 11:00am - 3:00pm
Entertainment by Stonehouse
Five Fun Inflatables
Pony Rides by Shelby Ranch
Foam Party
Face Painting by Five Little Monkeys
Balloon Twisting
Axe Throwing with HaliMac Axe
Victoria Park Concert 2:00pm - 4:00pm
2:00pm – 4:00pm: Andy LeBlanc | Local Musical Entertainment
Hundreds of excited children converge on Victoria Park each year to participate in the annual Easter Egg Hunt, hosted by Truro Parks, Recreation and Culture.
The Town of Truro has partnered with the Municipality of Colchester, and the Village of Bible Hill to host the Annual Easter Egg Hunt!
The 2025 Easter Egg Hunt will be taking place on 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟐𝐭𝐡 with ticketed time slots available starting at 10:00am.
This event will be held at four different locations. Please choose the location option closest to your residence and pick up your FREE tickets at the designated office.
Limited tickets are available on a first come first serve basis.
For additional information on pickup locations and times please see the below.
1. Town of Truro - Victoria Park
Tickets can be picked up at the Douglas St. Recreation Centre at 40 Douglas St during business hours (9:00am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday).
2. Bible Hill - Bible Hill Recreation Park
Tickets can be picked up at the Village of Bible Hill Office at 67 Pictou Rd during business hours (8:30am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday).
3. Colchester - Fundy Discovery Site
Tickets can be picked up at the Colchester County Office at 1 Church St during business hours (8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday).
4. Colchester - Tatamagouche: Nelson Memorial Park
Tickets can be picked up at the Tatamagouche Public Library at 170 Main Street during business hours (Tuesday 12pm-8pm, Wednesday 10am-2pm, Thursday 12pm-8pm, Friday 10am-2pm, Saturday 10am-1pm). The County Office will have limited tickets on hand.
