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Visit Oxford
Oxford, Nova
Scotia is known for being the Wild Blueberry Capital of Canada.
Oxford is a central location for distribution and processing of fresh
wild blueberries that are grown in Cumberland County. You can
purchase fresh blueberries in season at various locations around
Oxford from August to early September.
The
Cumberland County Exhibition, under
the auspices of the Oxford Agriculture Society, has been in operation
since 1918. It was started as a one-day show, changed to 2 and then 3
days and now runs a full 6 days including 4H events. The week-long
Exhibition consists of various activities including a queens’ pageant,
talent show, various farm animals, different displays and vendors and
more. The Wild Blueberry Harvest
Festival was added in 1988. Enjoy a pancake breakfast,
participate in a blueberry pie eating contest, take in a live concert,
or visit one of our participating farmers markets. The Cumberland
County Exhibition runs the last week in August and the Wild Blueberry Harvest Festival runs the last
2 weeks in August.
The
Capitol Theatre is host to a
variety of community events. The theatre was built in 1923 and has
been upgraded recently to include a new lobby, washrooms and technical
equipment. Jam sessions are held every couple of weeks where
amateur musicians are encouraged to join in and show off their
musical talents. Any upcoming concerts, movies and other events
will be posted on the community events
page.
The
Oxford Arena (Lions Recreation
Centre) located on Waverly Street hosts tournaments, recreation
events, skating shows and much more. Currently the town along
with a dedicated group of volunteers is raising money for renovations
and upgrades to the arena. If you would like to support the
community's efforts by giving to the Oxford Arena Focus Capital
Campaign please call the Oxford Town Hall at 447-2170. All
donations are tax deductible.
Located minutes off the Trans-Canada
highway is the Lions Parkland.
Enjoy a swim in our natural salt water lake or spend time picnicking, enjoying the view in the park.
There are three rivers that converge into Oxford (Black River, Little
River and River Phillip) making us one of the best fishing locations
in Cumberland County. Canoeists also take advantage of the
rivers enjoying the beautiful scenery.
Be sure to check out the
community events page to stay
up-to-date on what's happening in Oxford. Contact the Wild
Blueberry & Maple Visitor Information Centre toll free at
1-877-922-6362 if you are looking for additional information or
assistance.

Oxford Images &
Events

Fly Fishing - River
Philip
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Oxford Exhibition
Parade
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Duck Race
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Oxford Boys Soccer
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Oxford Exhibition
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Chalk Day
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Mural |

Fly Fishing - River
Philip |

Oxford Frozen Foods |

Places to Stay
Blueberry
Inn
5148 Main Street
P.O. Box 198
Oxford, NS, B0M 1P0
Telephone: (902) 447-2760
Fax: (902) 447-2243
Toll free: (877) 447-2760 |

Parkview Motel
Highway 104
Oxford, NS
B0M 1P0
Telephone: (902) 447-2258 |
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