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My husband and I have two daughters and four grandchildren—and if there’s one thing that ties us all together, it’s our shared love for Sackville. It’s not just where we live—it’s where we truly belong.
I've called Sackville home since 1982, and what I cherish most is the sense of community—where everyone looks out for one another. Volunteer groups here are always organizing events and activities for all ages, helping to bring neighbours together and keep that community spirit alive.
What to See
I volunteer at the Fultz House Museum, so I may be a bit biased, but I think everyone should come see how life was more than 200 years ago. Take your time wandering the enchanting grounds and walking trails, surrounded by the delightful greenery around the white-and-green museum.
Discover Acadia Park’s beautiful gardens, a five-minute drive away. The park features a Canada 150 Mural Mosaic—my granddaughter painted one of the tiles! There’s also a bandstand with lively music, a playground, and the Sackville Farmers’ Market, which takes place every Saturday from May to November. The convenience of the Acadia Centre’s bathrooms, showers, and kitchen facilities make Acadia Park a fantastic hub.
Murals add an artistic touch to Sackville. Driving down Sackville Drive is a highlight, as the serene lakes are paired with the wall art of the following striking images: 8th Generation by Lorne Julien and a series of murals by Jake Seibert—Butterfly Wings, Summer Buzz, Saturday Night at the Races, Whispers of Blissful Tomorrow, and We Will Dream of Better Worlds.
Where to Eat
Our family loves to gather at Tom’s Family Restaurant. With local classics like poutine and donairs, your craving for comfort food will be more than satisfied. They’ll even introduce you to Sackville’s locally famous nickname—Sack-Vegas—the title of one of their delicious burgers.
We’re big fans of the many pizza restaurants here. Some of our favourites are Pizzatown, Pizza Salvatoré, Alexandra’s Pizza, and Randy’s Pizza. Sackville’s cafés and bistros are fantastic, and also offer an opportunity to sample cuisines from around the world.
Family-Friendly Things to Do in Sackville
The trails along the Sackville River and around Sackville’s lakes display the town’s scenery. The First Lake Glen Slauenwhite Trail is ideally located near the town centre on First Lake Drive, and it’s nothing short of stunning. In the fall, step over the golden-brown, crispy, leaves—take in the serenity of the lake on this 3.3-kilometre trail.
Situated next to First Lake, Sackville Splash Pad is a hit for my grandchildren on a hot day. They love cooling off while I relax and enjoy the lake breeze. Thanks to the on-site washroom, parking lot, and paved path to the splash pad, it’s an easy and accessible outing.
Birthday parties at Superbowl or Sackville Sports Stadium are always well received by my grandchildren—whether it’s bowling strikes or whooshing down the small slides into the pool.
The town is also filled with playgrounds where kids can run, swing, slide, and shimmy across monkey bars. My grandkids love naming each one based on what stands out—like “Blue Slide” or “Green Swings.”
Community events like the Sackville Snow Days Festival in February and Sackville Patriot Days at the end of June truly bring this town together. Snow Days includes family-friendly activities, contests, and exciting events for all ages. One of my highlights is the opening night winter-themed costume party.
Patriot Days stretches over three days or more, depending on when Canada Day falls. The festivities include sports tournaments, dances, contests, and children’s activities. You won’t want to miss the Canada Day Parade down Sackville Drive, the free concert at Kinsmen Park, and a fireworks display over First Lake.
If you’re looking for more to celebrate Canada Day, stop by the Fultz House for baked beans and the charming Teddy Bear Picnic—it’s the perfect complement to the flag-raising.
Photo credit:
Acadia Park water fountain, murals (Whispers of Blissful Tomorrow, Summer Buzz, and Saturday Night at the Races), and Sackville Snow Days: Amy Holloway
Sackville Farmers’ Market: Madeline Neary
Tom’s Family Restaurant: Lively Public Relations
Joanne Boudreau
Meet the Local
Joanne Boudreau has proudly called Sackville home since 1982. She and her husband raised two daughters here and now enjoy spending time with their four grandchildren—who all share a deep love for the community. Joanne is a dedicated volunteer at the Fultz House Museum and is passionate about the strong sense of connection that defines Sackville. She believes in giving back and cherishes how local groups bring neighbours together through events and activities that keep the community spirit thriving.
