Baile nan Gàidheal | Highland Village

Ur Beatha Am Baile! Welcome to the Highland Village, a living history museum and folklife centre that celebrates the story, language and living culture of Nova Scotia Gaels.

Hours of Operation

Open Seasonally:
June 1 to October 19
Daily, 10:00 am to 4:30 pm

Open by Appointment Year Round

In the off-season (mid-October to the end of May), our Village Store (gift shop) is open by appointment Monday to Friday. Please contact us at jessica.farrell@novascotia.ca for more details.

Events

Féill Eachainn Mhóir | Pioneer Day

September 6, 2025

11:00am - 2:00pm This afternoon festival of rural life is for the entire family. See demonstrations of flax processing, soap making, candle making and more. Take in a céilidh and have a bite to eat...

Celtic Colours Concert

October 16, 2025

2:00pm Artists and ticket prices TBD. Tickets must be purchased through Celtic Colours.

Oidhche nam Bòcan | Night of the Spirits

October 24, 2025 to October 25, 2025

7:00-9:00pm each evening. Come and celebrate Halloween with a special evening tour of the Highland Village by lamplight, complete with storytelling, skits and special effects. The tour is followed...