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March Break

Amherst Is the Place for March Break 2026!

Check out all of the activities planned all around town from March 15-22. pdf Download a PDF version of the March Break Schecule here(201 KB) .

Sunday, March 15

  • 10:00-11:00 a.m. - Play Pals (0-4 yrs) - Cumberland YMCA
  • 11:00-12:00 p.m. - Bouncy Castle (5+ yrs) - Cumberland YMCA
  • 4:15-5:15 p.m. - Public Swim - Cumberland YMCA

Monday, March 16

  • Full Day Camp - Cumberland Allstars (5-11 yrs) - 9 a.m.-3 p.m. - for more info: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • 10:00-11:00 a.m. - Buttons Buttons Buttons - Four Fathers Library
  • 10:00-12:00 p.m. - Science Club (5-11 yrs) - Maggie's Place
  • 10:30-11:30 a.m. - Anchor Swim (12-25 yrs) - Cumberland YMCA
  • 12:00-12:50 p.m. - March Break Sensory Skating - Free - Amherst Stadium
  • 1:00-4:00 p.m. - Green Themed Drop In / Board Games (12-25 yrs) - Anchor Youth Space
  • 2:00-3:00 p.m. - Let's Go Lego! - Four Fathers Library
  • 2:45-3:45 p.m. - March Break Sensory Skating - Free - Amherst Stadium
  • 3:00-4:00 p.m. - Drop In Basketball (7-12 yrs) - Cumberland YMCA
  • 4:00-5:00 p.m. - Drop In Basketball (12+ yrs) - Cumberland YMCA
  • 6:30-8:30 p.m. - 4 on 4 Basketball - Cumberland YMCA
    • Please Note: Helmets are required for all skates at the Amherst Stadium.

Tuesday, March 17

  • Full Day Camp - Condors Golf Lounge - 9 a.m.-1 p.m. - for more info: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • 9:30-11:00 a.m. - Full Belly, Clear Mind (12-25 yrs) - Anchor Youth Space
  • 9:30-11:30 a.m. - Pickleball (12+ yrs) - Cumberland YMCA
  • 10:00-11:00 a.m. - Cap-tivating Colours - Four Fathers Library
  • 10:00-11:00 a.m. - Family Walk with NSWalks - Amherst Stadium
  • 1:30-2:30 p.m. - Family Swim - Cumberland YMCA
  • 1:30-3:00 p.m. - Plant and Paint Workshop (12-18 yrs) - Anchor Youth Space
  • 2:00-3:00 p.m. - Getting Dice-y In Here - Four Fathers Library
  • 2:45-3:45 p.m. - March Break Skate and Healthy Snacks - Free - Amherst Stadium
    • Please Note: Helmets are required for all skates at the Amherst Stadium.

Wednesday, March 18

  • Full Day Camp - Cumberland Allstars (12+ yrs) - 9 a.m.-3 p.m. - for more info: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • 9:30-10:30 a.m. - March Break Skate - Parents and Tots - Free - Amherst Stadium
  • 10:00-11:30 a.m. - Once Upon a Time - Four Fathers Library
  • 10:30-11:30 a.m. - Anchor Swim (12-25 yrs) - Registration Required - Cumberland YMCA
  • 1:00-3:30 p.m. - Maggie's Place Drop In (10-18 yrs) - Anchor Youth Space
  • 2:00-4:00 p.m. - Book Bingo - Four Fathers Library
  • 2:30-3:30 p.m. - Family Swim - Cumberland YMCA
  • 6:00-8:00 p.m. - Family Fort & Giant Game Night with YREACH - Four Fathers Library
  • 7:15-8:15 p.m. - Town of Amherst - Free Swim - Cumberland YMCA
    • Please Note: Helmets are required for all skates at the Amherst Stadium.

Thursday, March 19

  • Full Day Camp - Condors Golf Lounge - 9 a.m.-1 p.m. - for more info: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • 8:30-9:30 a.m. - March Break Skating - Seniors and Adults - Free - Amherst Stadium
  • 9:30-10:30 a.m. - March Break Skating - Parents and Tots - Free - Amherst Stadium
  • 9:30-11:30 a.m. - Pickleball (12+ yrs) - Cumberland YMCA
  • 10:00-11:00 a.m. - Tech Time with Grace (6+ yrs) - Four Fathers Library
  • 11:00-2:00 p.m. - Maggie's Place Youth Chat (16-24 yrs) - Anchor Youth Space
  • 12:00-12:50 p.m. - March Break Skating & Grilled Cheese - Free - Amherst Stadium
  • 1:30-2:30 p.m. - Family Swim - Cumberland YMCA
  • 2:45-4:45 p.m. Four Fathers Library - Skate Into Storytime - Amherst Stadium
    • 2:45-3:45 p.m. - Skate and/or Scavenger Hunt
    • 3:45-4:45 p.m. - Storytime, Craft & Snack - upstairs in heated room
  • 3:00-5:00 p.m. - Maggie's Place Drop In (10-18 yrs) - Anchor Youth Space
  • 3:45-4:45 p.m. - Public Swim - Cumberland YMCA
    • Please Note: Helmets are required for all skates at the Amherst Stadium.

Friday, March 20

  • 9:30-11:30 a.m. - Friday Fun Times - Maggie's Place
  • 10:00-11:00 a.m. - Art Attack - Four Fathers Library
  • 10:30-11:30 a.m. - Family Swim - Cumberland YMCA
  • 12:00-12:50 p.m. - March Break Skating - Free - Amherst Stadium
  • 1:00-2:00 p.m. - Anchor Gym Drop In (12-25 yrs) - Registration Required - Cumberland YMCA
  • 2:45-3:45 p.m. - March Break Skate - Free - Amherst Stadium
  • 3:00-5:00 p.m. - S.A.F.E.R. Space (12-17 yrs) - Anchor Youth Space
  • 6:30-8:30 p.m. - WiBit (7+ yrs) - Anchor Youth Space
  • 6:30-8:30 p.m. - Try Curling for Free! - Amherst Curling Club
    • Please Note: Helmets are required for all skates at the Amherst Stadium.

Saturday, March 21

  • 9:45-10:45 a.m. - Family Swim - Cumberland YMCA
  • 1:30-3:30 p.m. - Pickleball (12+ yrs) - Cumberland YMCA
  • 3:30-4:30 p.m. - March Break Skate - Free - Amherst Stadium
  • 4:15-5:15 p.m. - Public Swim - Cumberland YMCA
    • Please Note: Helmets are required for all skates at the Amherst Stadium.

Sunday, March 22

  • 10:00-11:00 a.m. - Play Pals (0-4 yrs) - Cumberland YMCA
  • 10:45-11:45 a.m. - Family Swim - Cumberland YMCA
  • 4:15-5:15 p.m. - Public Swim - Cumberland YMCA

pdf A PDF version of the March Break Schedule is available for download here(201 KB) .

For more information on any of the activities listed above, please call, email, or visit the organizers:

  • Four Fathers Library - 902-667-2549
  • Maggie's Place / Youth Centre - 902-667-7250
  • Cumberland YMCA - 902-667-9112
  • Anchor Youth Space - 902-334-5899
  • Amherst Stadium
  • Amherst Curling Club
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Amherst Shopping Guide

Find it in Amherst!

From national chains to locally-owned boutiques, you can check all the items off your list when you shop in Amherst. 

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pdf Download a PDF version of the Amherst Shopping Guide here(1.03 MB) .

Amherst Dining Guide

Get your fill in Amherst!

No matter what you're craving to eat, we're confident you'll find a delicious option right here in Amherst.

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pdf Download a PDF version of the Amherst Dining Guide here(8.78 MB) .

Collection Zones

Amherst residents have all three solid waste streams (garbage, recycling, and compost) collected on the same day, once every two weeks. There are three different collection days, depending on where you live in town. Find your home on the Collection Zones Map to determine your collection day and week. 

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Interactive Collection Zones Map

You can also check your bi-weekly collection day by visiting the Waste Collection Days interactive map. Search for your address, then click on your home where it appears on the map. The system will tell you your collection day and week.

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Collection Schedule

Current: April 2026-March 2027

pdf A PDF version of the April 2026-March 2027 Collection Schedule is available for download here(437 KB) .

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Waste Separation Guide

As of December 1, 2025, Nova Scotia has moved to an enhanced recycling system. The Town of Amherst is partnering with Circular Materials – a not-for-profit organization leading the new, province-wide program.

What's changing?

  • You'll be able to follow the same recycling rules no matter where you live in Nova Scotia.
  • You'll be able to recycle even more – things like coffee cups, deodorant and toothpaste tubes, frozen juice cans, and even dog food bags. Just make sure they're empty before recycling.
  • Your local curbside service stays the same. We'll still handle collection, missed pickups, and your recycling questions.
  • Learn more about the provincial program here.

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Explore

It's fall in Amherst! And that means it's event season.

Check out the options available in Amherst this month! Scroll through the calendar, and the text-based list below. 

If you would like more information on any of these events, please give us a shout and we'd be happy to answer your questions. 

  • 902-667-3352
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2025 Fall Events in Amherst - Month of October

Fibre Arts
The Nova Scotia Fibre Arts Festival runs from Oct 13-18, 2025.
Visit them on Facebook!

Esther Fest
Oct 17-30, 2025
Visit www.greatamherstsmystery.com for a full schedule of events.

Scarecrow Stroll & Amherst in Gloom
Oct 17-30, 2025
Find the list of participants here!

Oct 2
Women's Outreach and Community Engagement Alliance
CCUBIC 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Oct 4
Masonic Breakfast
20 Lawrence Street
Call: 902-667-5895

Oct 6
Cumberland Twirlers
Open Practice, 7 p.m.
Spring Street Academy

Oct 16
Fibre Arts House Tours, 4-8 p.m.
9 Rupert Street, 113 Spring Street, 188 East Victoria Street

Oct 16
National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)
Amherst lights up blue and purple for Disability Employment Awareness

Oct 17
The Spirit of Scatarie 
Book Tour
21 Acadia Street, 6 p.m.

Oct 17
Community Supper
5 Lawrence Street, 4-6 p.m.

Oct 18
Great Amherst Street Party
Victoria Square, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Oct 18
Nova Scotia Mass Choir
190 Willow Street, 12-1 p.m.

Oct 18
Mix & Mingle Dance
9 Electric Street, 7-11 p.m.

Oct 18
Zonta Bazaar
63 Church Street, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Oct 19
Amherst Area Heritage Trust Walking Tour
Starts at Dayle's - 129 East Victoria Street
1-4 p.m.

Oct 23
Amherst Area Heritage Trust Walking Tour
Starts at Dayle's - 129 East Victoria Street
5-8 p.m.

Oct 24
Symphony Nova Scotia
Music at Trinity
1 Ratchford Street, 7:30 p.m.

Oct 31
U17 Canada Red vs. Czechia
Amherst Stadium, 185 Church Street
7:30 p.m.

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