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About Columbus Field - Antigonish

Columbus Field in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, is a year-round public recreational field and the primary Highland Games venue for the area. Located at 121 Main Street, this versatile space hosts the Antigonish Highland Games (AHG) and other community events like Nova Scotia Summer Fest. While seating is event-dependent and there is no fixed fixed seating capacity, the field accommodates tens of thousands for peak AHG weeks, with attendance figures highlighting the event’s regional draw. The facility features walking and wooded trails, a playground with a waterpark, a track, and tennis courts, making Columbus Field a hub for outdoor recreation and cultural celebrations alike.

Whether you’re attending a major event or enjoying a local outing, planning ahead helps ensure a smooth experience. We’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, transit options, and nearby accommodations and dining to keep your visit easy and enjoyable.

Parking is available along Main Street and surrounding side streets. For larger events, certain areas may require a parking pass to drive onto the field. Public transit options include Antigonish Community Transit (ACTS), which provides fixed-route service with accessible options, plus Maritime Bus stops serving the Antigonish area. For those traveling from out of town, consider nearby hotels such as Maritime Inn Antigonish (Main Street), Claymore Inn & Suites, and Antigonish Victorian Inn, among other accommodations within easy reach of Columbus Field. After the day’s events, you’ll find a variety of local restaurants and cafés around town offering a range of dining options. Note: 2025 reports identified temporary closures of public washrooms at Columbus Field due to vandalism and maintenance, with repairs underway to restore full access. We’ll keep you posted with the latest details to help you secure your seats and plan your day with confidence.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and venue type: Columbus Field, 121 Main Street, Antigonish, NS B2G 2N8; a year‑round public recreational field and primary Highland Games venue with walking trails, a playground with waterpark, a track, wooded trails, and tennis courts.
  • Notable events: Primary venue for the Antigonish Highland Games (AHG) and host of Nova Scotia Summer Fest; AHG weekly attendance spikes during Games week (see attendance figures for recent years).
  • Capacity: No fixed published seating capacity; field usage is event-dependent. AHG attendance across events in 2025 reached tens of thousands (overall AHG attendance reported at 33,266).
  • Parking: Parking exists along Main Street and nearby side streets; driving onto the field requires a parking pass for certain areas.
  • Transit: Antigonish Community Transit (ACTS) offers fixed-route service with stops around town; service hours typical weekdays and Saturdays, with accessibility options; Maritime Bus stops also serve the area.
  • Nearby hotels: Maritime Inn Antigonish (Main Street), Claymore Inn & Suites, Antigonish Victorian Inn, among others nearby.
  • Renamed/demolished: Columbus Field is still listed and used as Columbus Field; no rename or demolition confirmed.
  • Recent venue update: 2025 report of public washrooms at Columbus Field being closed due to vandalism (staff repairing).