Have you heard? Nova Scotia’s South Shore is a year-round destination – spring, summer, autumn and most importantly, Lobster. Every February, they celebrate the peak of lobster season with the Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl festival, a month-long culinary event designed to promote local restaurants during the slack period.
Where Is the Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl?
From Barrington (the Lobster Capital of Canada) to Peggy’s Cove and every port in between, the South Shore comes alive with festivities dedicated to this delicious crustacean.
Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl 2025
In 2025, the festival promises something for every taste. Star of the show is Lucy the Lobster who appeared on the shore of Cape Sable Island on 2 February to predict how long winter will last just like Groundhog Day Punxsutawney Phil.
This year Lucy predicted six more weeks of winter, which is great news for the lobster fishermen. Pam Wambach has created a wonderful book entitled Lucy the Lob’Star with illustrator Chad Thompson, which is both informative on the lobster fishing industry as well as telling the story of how Lucy became a weather prognosticator.
The same day saw the Lobster Roll Off Competition, emceed by Alain Bossé The Kilted Chef held at the Quarterdeck Resort in Queens county. Eleven local restaurants competed for the prize of the best Lobster Roll 2025 with Travel Begins at 40 editor Mark Bibby Jackson (aka Hairy Traveller) invited to be one of the judges. Captain Kat’s Lobster Shack scooped the top prize, with the Quarterdeck placed second.
Fortunately for those who missed the event, the lobster rolls will be on offer throughout the month in all 11 establishments, so you can see if you agree with Bibby and his fellow judges.
There is a whole series of events in the Lobster Crawl Nova Scotia – you can read the complete programme of events and festival packages here – concluding with the Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl Reception on 28 February.
It’s all about the love of lobster at the South Shore Lobster Crawl. Come celebrate in 2025 and satisfy your heart – and your appetite!
Things To Do in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia is an amazing province in Canada with plenty of activities for all. It offers stunning coastal drives, picturesque fishing villages and historic sites such as the UNESCO-listed Old Town Lunenburg. Explore the famous Cabot Trail, hike in Cape Breton Highlands, visit Peggy’s Cove lighthouse and of course enjoy fresh seafood. Don’t miss whale watching and visiting the charming wineries throughout the province.
For more information on what to do in Nova Scotia and to plan your Nova Scotia holiday, go to the official tourism website.
Where To Stay in Nova Scotia
If you are looking for places to stay in Nova Scotia, you can find details here.
Flights to Halifax, Nova Scotia from the UK
Air Canada flies a direct service from London Heathrow to Halifax Nova Scotia.
Other Canadian Festivals
While in Canada, you might also like to visit the capital city for Ottawa Winterlude, which is also held in February.
Halifax Nova Scotia Time
The time in Halifax is GMT -4, so when it is 9am in London it is 5am in Halifax.
Main image: The Kilted Chef at the Lobster Roll Off Competition taken by Bibby. All other images taken by Bibby or Nadine or Jody – thanks.
