Festival Information
Get to know us
The Jubilee has welcomed ECMA, Music Nova Scotia, and JUNO Award winners & nominees to its stage. Our outdoor amphitheatre creates an energy that is hard to find anywhere else, offering one of the most engaging and up-close live music experiences in the region.
Since 1996, the Jubilee has been rooted in showcasing rising local talent alongside established national and international artists. It is a place where music lovers discover new favourites and connect with the incredible artists who thrive here along the Northumberland Shore.
The Jubilee is a signature Nova Scotia music event and an anchor in the local tourism industry. It has been named Music Nova Scotia’s Event of the Year three times, received two ECMA Event of the Year nominations, and earned the TIANS Golden Hospitality Award in 2013. Year after year, it remains one of the best entertainment values in Atlantic Canada.
The Jubilee is a volunteer driven, non-profit organization. It is guided by a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors and supported by more than 300 volunteers who help bring the festival to life.
The mandate of The Jubilee is to present accessible, high-quality music and arts events, to create opportunities for performance by artists, to increase awareness and appreciation for a wide range of music, to contribute to the community, the sector, and the evolution of Canadian music festivals, and to build capacity, knowledge, and skills to benefit the festival and the sector.
Charitable Status and Community Support
The Jubilee is a registered Canadian charity. Every donation helps us deliver high quality programming and keep live music thriving in our community. Your support allows us to present emerging and established artists, create opportunities for local performers, and offer accessible events that bring people together.
Donations also help sustain our year-round operations. They support planning, staffing, community partnerships, and the behind-the-scenes work that makes the festival possible. Whether you give a little or a lot, your contribution has a direct impact on the cultural life of New Glasgow and the artists who call this region home.
Thank you for helping us keep the music playing.
Site Grounds
The Jubilee takes place at Glasgow Square Theatre, an open-air amphitheatre on New Glasgow’s riverfront at 155 Riverside Pkwy. This scenic spot on the East River provides one of the most intimate and engaging music experiences of its kind.
Box Office
For anyone needing to purchase tickets in person, tickets can be bought at the Box Office. The Jubilee Box Office is located before the main gate, just off George Street. Tickets are available each night from 7:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m. Only advance purchasers will be admitted after midnight.
Food and Merchandise
Concession stands offering a variety of food and beverages are located in the General Admission area. The Jubilee Gift Shop and Artist Merchandise tent can be found next to the Gazebo near the front gate. First Aid and public washrooms are also located on-site.
What is not permitted
- Self-folding chairs and umbrellas are not permitted. In the event of rain, ponchos and hats are welcome.
- Umbrellas cannot be brought onto the site as they block sight lines.
- Water bottles
- Empty reusable water bottles may be brought on site, sealed plastic water bottles may be brought on site as well.
Parking
Parking is available at 261 Glasgow Street and is accessed via Stewart Street from East River Road.
Seating
Bleacher seating will be available in both the licensed and VIP areas.
Information
The Jubilee checks ID for patrons 19 years of age and older. Government-issued identification may be requested at any time. All Nova Scotia liquor laws and conditions apply. It is unlawful to bring liquor onto the site.
- Video or sound recording is prohibited
- All bags are subject to search
- The Jubilee reserves the right to refuse entrance
- No pets or skateboards
- The site is smoke-free except in designated smoking areas.
- Please take care on walkways, paved surfaces, and green spaces
How to get here
Ferry
Experience Atlantic Canada by sea. The mv Confederation and the mv Holiday Island travel between Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island, and Caribou, Nova Scotia, just outside Pictou.
The route is 75 minutes and includes Seaside Experiences during the summer, which feature live entertainment, food and drink samplings, and more. Outdoor seating lets you enjoy fresh air during the crossing. Booking ahead is recommended. This route can save up to 100 km of driving between Charlottetown and Halifax, and up to 300 km when travelling between Charlottetown and eastern Nova Scotia.
Check the Northumberland Ferries website for schedules.
Driving from Halifax, Truro, or the Airport
- Take Exit 25
- Turn left onto East River Road (NS 348 North)
- Turn left onto Victoria Street
- Bear right onto Glasgow Street
Driving from Sydney or Antigonish
- Take Exit 25
- Turn right onto East River Road (NS 348 North)
- Turn left onto Victoria Street
- Bear right onto Glasgow Street