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Sep 19
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Sep
Sports 📷 Spotted
Beer & Box
Queensberry Rules brings back Beer & Box for another action-packed evening of amateur boxing match-ups paired with cold…
Queensberry Rules · South End
19
Sep
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
Glitter Bomb
Stardust presents Glitter Bomb, a weekly queer dance party with rotating DJs, drinks and all the glitter you…
Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
$5
19
Sep
Outdoors New 📷 Spotted
Granite Fondo
Social mountain bike rides on the trails at McIntosh Run, with 10, 22, or 34 km route options…
McIntosh Run
19
Sep
Film & Cinema 📷 Spotted
Outdoor Movie Night at Lawrencetown Beach — North Shore
An outdoor beach screening of the classic 1987 surf film North Shore, held as a fundraiser for local…
Lawrencetown Beach
19
Sep
Live Music
Parking Lot Bash — Bring your pups and enjoy a pint in the parking lot with extra seating, games & live entertainment – Sep 19
Parking Lot Bash — Bring your pups and enjoy a pint in the parking lot with extra seating…
Propeller Bedford · Bedford
Free
19
Sep
Outdoors New 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Pijinuiskaq Paddle Fest 2026 — Cape LaHave Islands Tour & Big Canoe Paddle ‘Try It’
Guided Cape LaHave Islands paddling tour plus a big canoe ‘try it’ session in Bridgewater. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdJ5rMQlH7g/…
Bridgewater · Out of Town
19
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Riley Green “That’s Just Me” Album Listening Party
Neon Armadillo hosts the Canadian listening party for Riley Green’s album “That’s Just Me,” playing the new record…
The Neon Armadillo Dance Bar · Downtown
19
Sep
Arts & Culture
Small Craft Gallery – Sep 19-20
You will find boats on the floor, the walls, atop tall cabinets, tucked under the stairs,…
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
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19
Sep
Family & Kids New
The Halifax Magic Festival – Sep 19
Step into a world of wonder at The Halifax Magic Festival, an immersive celebration of il…
Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
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19
Sep
Outdoors New 📷 Spotted
Morning Ride Meetup at the Drunken Lampposts
A weekly early-morning cycling meetup on the Halifax Waterfront, gathering under the ‘Drunken Lampposts’ sculptures (officially ‘The Way…
07:00 · Drunken Lampposts (Halifax Waterfront) · Downtown
19
Sep
Markets & Fairs 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
4 Points Antique Fair
The final 4 Points Antique Fair of 2026 brings a field full of curated antiques and vintage finds…
09:00 · 531 Hwy 325, Blockhouse · Out of Town
$2
19
Sep
Workshops & Classes New 🚗 Out of town
Intermediate Stained Glass – Sep 19-20
Learn to cut and solder glass at The Deanery Project in Lower Ship Harbour—this intermediate workshop is perfect…
09:00 · The Deanery Project · Out of Town
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19
Sep
Markets & Fairs
Odd Squad Early-Entry VIP Ticket: 2026 Halifax Oddities & Curiosities Show – Sep 19
For enthusiastic collectors that live and breath for oddities shopping who want to be fir…
09:00 · Halifax Exhibition Centre
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19
Sep
Sports 📷 Spotted
Pumpkin Spikes Fall Beach Volleyball Tournament
Champs Sport & Social Club’s brand-new fall beach volleyball tournament. Grab a team and spend a day on…
09:00 · Pemamkiaq Beach Volleyball Courts
19
Sep
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
Conference for Art Games 2026 (C4AG) — C4AG Conference Day
A single-stream conference program with a games showcase and catered lunch; $40 admission with pay-what-you-can available. Via Instagram:…
09:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$40
19
Sep
Outdoors 📷 Spotted
Guided Hike in Support of Hike-a-Thon
A free guided hike at Sandy Lake, with donations welcome in support of the EAC’s Hike-a-Thon fundraiser. Via…
09:30 · Sandy Lake · Bedford
19
Sep
Outdoors 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
September Splendor Walk — Spry Bay + Headland Trail
Friends of Taylor Head lead a guided September walk along the Spry Bay and Headland trails at Taylor…
09:30 · Taylor Head Provincial Park · Out of Town
19
Sep
Workshops & Classes
Watercolour Breakfast – guided watercolour painting class – Sep 19
Fully guided watercolour painting workshop in a relaxed atmosphere of a cafe
09:30 · East cup cafe
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19
Sep
Outdoors 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
3rd Annual Otter Ponds iNaturalist Bioblitz
Get to know the creatures and features of Otter Ponds Demonstration Forest during this family-friendly bioblitz, where scientists…
10:00 · Otter Ponds Demonstration Forest · Out of Town
19
Sep
Outdoors New 📷 Spotted
Biodiversity Day with the Africville Preservers
A day of hands-on environmental exploration along the shoreline with the Africville Preservers for youth ages 12–18. Via…
10:00 · Africville Museum
19
Sep
Events New
CRAFT, CREATE & SHOWCASE FAIR 2026 – Sep 19
Get ready to dive into a fun day of making cool crafts, showing off your creations, and m…
10:00 · Olympic Hall Community Centre
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19
Sep
Community New
CREATIVE MAKERS MARKET 2026 – Sep 19
Get ready to explore unique handmade goodies and connect with fellow creative souls at th…
10:00 · Mount Saint Vincent University
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19
Sep
Community 📷 Spotted
Enchanted Fantasy Emporium
The Pop Up Market presents the Enchanted Fantasy Emporium at Cole Harbour Place, a two-day makers market showcasing…
10:00 · Cole Harbour Place
19
Sep
Markets & Fairs New
Halifax’s Monthly Vintage Market – Sep 19
Dig through cool vintage finds and meet fellow treasure hunters at Halifax’s favorite mon…
10:00 · Dalhousie Student Union Building · South End
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19
Sep
Family & Kids
Paint a Patagonia Volcano with Watercolour Brush Pens at Staples Store 36 – Sep 19
Create a colourful volcano landscape inspired by Patagonia's mountains while learning fun…
10:00 · Staples
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19
Sep
Outdoors New 📷 Spotted
Queer Climbs HFX Weekend Bouldering
Queer Climbs HFX hosts its final outdoor bouldering meetup of the year at the Nouveau Riche area of…
10:00 · Land of Confusion — Nouveau Riche Parking
19
Sep
Markets & Fairs 📷 Spotted
South End Vintage Market
Halifax’s Monthly Vintage Market is going back-to-school - Dalhousieu to be specific
10:00 · Dalhousie Student Union Building · South End
$2
19
Sep
Family & Kids New
South End Vintage Market – Sep 19
Halifax’s Monthly Vintage Market is going back-to-school - Dalhousieu to be specific
10:00 · Dal University
Free
19
Sep
Events New
Summer Fun at Steele Wheels Motor Museum – Sep 19
Advance purchase your tickets for Steele Wheels Motor Museum and guarantee easy access to…
10:00 · Steele Wheels, Otter Lake Court, Halifax, NS, Canada · West End
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19
Sep
Festivals New
THE CRAFT CULTURE FESTIVAL – Sep 19
Get ready to dive into a world of handmade goodies and creative vibes at THE CRAFT CULTUR…
10:00 · Halifax Convention Centre · Downtown
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19
Sep
Community
Word on the Hill
Annual book block party by Nimbus Publishing
10:00 · Venue TBA · North End
Free
19
Sep
Family & Kids New 📷 Spotted
Animal Release Party
Back to the Sea Centre’s annual animal release party, where the season’s touch-tank creatures are returned to the…
10:30 · Black Rock Beach, Point Pleasant Park · South End
19
Sep
Community New
2026 Antique, Classic & Custom Car Show – Sep 19
GET YOUR ENGINES READY! The 2026 Antique, Classic & Custom Car Show is coming to Spryfield! One of…
11:00 · Spryfield Lions Rink
Free
19
Sep
Markets & Fairs New 📷 Spotted
Halifax Oddities & Curiosities Show
A curated market of 100+ vintage, antique, artisan and eclectic vendors featuring the odd, obscure, strange, unusual, macabre…
11:00 · Halifax Exhibition Centre
$10
19
Sep
Workshops & Classes New
Ms. H Terrarium – Sep 19
Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you'll learn how to make your own beautiful…
11:00 · 1226 Hollis Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · Out of Town
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19
Sep
Food & Drink New
Saturday Drag Brunch – Sep 19
Come out to see some stellar performances!
11:30 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
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19
Sep
Food & Drink New 📷 Spotted
Bud the Spud at Nine Locks
The Bud the Spud food truck is on site at the brewery from noon to 8pm. Via Instagram:…
12:00 · Nine Locks Brewing Co. (Dartmouth) · Dartmouth
19
Sep
Live Music
Halifax Tides FC Pre-Game/Post-Game – Sep 19
Looking for a beer garden for your Halifax Tides FC pre-game and post-game beers?
12:00 · Good Robot Beer Garden (Commons) · North End
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19
Sep
Community 📷 Spotted
Pups and Pints — Bedford Taproom 3rd Anniversary
Propeller Brewing celebrates three years of its Bedford Taproom with a dog-friendly parking lot party. Expect extended seating,…
12:00 · Propeller Bedford · Bedford
19
Sep
Live Music
FREE! Symphony Week – Sep 19
10:15 am • Saturday, September 19, 2026 Truro Library 12:15 pm • Saturday, September 19,…
12:15 · Symphony Nova Scotia · South End
Free
19
Sep
Events New
Craft in Conversation – Sep 19
Craft Nova Scotia hosts community get-togethers where members, makers, and lovers of craf…
13:00 · Centre for Craft Nova Scotia & The Mary E. Black Gallery · Out of Town
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19
Sep
Food & Drink 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Fizz & Froth Dock Fest
The 2nd annual Fizz & Froth Dock Fest returns to the Chester Yacht Club with 25+ vendors pouring…
13:00 · Chester Yacht Club · Out of Town
19
Sep
Community 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Hants County Exhibition Ox Pulls — Championship Ox Pull
Weekend one of the Hants County Exhibition features traditional ox pulls, with light, medium, heavy and steer pulls…
13:00 · Hants County Exhibition · Out of Town
19
Sep
Workshops & Classes
Lee Valley Tools Halifax Store – Linocut Printmaking Workshop – Sep 19
Our Customer Advisor will guide you in the art of relief carving on rubber and linoleum b…
13:00 · Lee Valley Tools Halifax · West End
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19
Sep
Live Music
Music & Metalwork: Rezound & John Little – Sep 19
A sculpture tour and musical experience mixing hand-forged sound sculptures with layers o…
13:00 · 11 Scotts Point Rd
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19
Sep
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
Picnic & Colour
Halifax Colouring Club hosts a relaxed outdoor colouring picnic on the Halifax Commons. Bring your own colouring supplies,…
13:00 · Halifax Common (lawn across from Good Robot beer garden) · North End
19
Sep
Festivals
The Halifax Magic Festival: Family Show – Sep 19
A family friendly Magic show perfect for ages 5 to 10.
13:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$31.48
19
Sep
Food & Drink 📷 Spotted
The Whole Hog Roast at Horse Thief
Horse Thief celebrates the 2026 harvest with a vineyard feast: a whole-hog roast by Sizzlers BBQ, a generous…
13:00 · Horse Thief
$45 – $60
19
Sep
Food & Drink New 🚗 Out of town
Washer Toss Tournament – Sep 19
Bring a partner and settle who has the better aim.
14:00 · Good Robot Brewing – Elmsdale · Out of Town
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19
Sep
Sports
Halifax Tides FC vs. AFC Toronto
Halifax Tides takes on AFC Toronto at The Wanderers Grounds—bring your crew for some…
15:00 · The Wanderers Grounds · South End
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19
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Open Mic at Slow Mornings
Slow Mornings opens its stage every Saturday afternoon to anyone who wants to perform — music or spoken…
15:00 · Slow Mornings
19
Sep
Live Music
The Halifax Magic Festival: Paul Vienneau’s Heart of the Gardens – Sep 19
Heart of the Gardens is a magical love letter to the Public Gardens and the healing power…
15:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$31.48
19
Sep
Community
Ethiopian New Year Celebration ! Happy 2019 Ethiopian New Year! – Sep 19
እንቁጣጣሽ በያመቱ ያምጣሽ! እንኳን ለ2019 አመተ ምህረት በሰላም አደረሳችሁ !
16:00 · The Stage at St. Andrew’s · South End
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19
Sep
Live Music
Lazy Legge and the Crutches – Sep 19
Lazy Legge and the Crutches are bringing their indie vibes to Halifax—catch them live…
16:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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19
Sep
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
Live Music with Jerry MacPhee
Jerry MacPhee plays a live set in the taproom Saturday afternoon from 4 to 7pm. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdRsk1sm3Mv/…
16:00 · Nine Locks Brewing Co. (Dartmouth) · Dartmouth
19
Sep
Festivals
The Halifax Magic Festival: Bill Wood’s Bag of Tricks – Sep 19
Heart of the Gardens is a magical love letter to the Public Gardens and the healing power…
16:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$31.48
19
Sep
Events New
MtG: Casual Commander – Sep 19
Join us on Saturdays at 6pm for a few rounds of casual commander. No stress; beginners ar…
17:00 · Brewed Battles
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19
Sep
Arts & Culture
Mesmerica 360 – Sep 19
360-degree visual music journey in the Discovery Centre dome.
17:30 · Discovery Centre · Downtown
$53.41
19
Sep
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
SaturGAY Karaoke with Candi
Early-evening Saturday karaoke hosted by Candi. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdRpALCgYu8/ (@backlothfx)
18:00 · Backlot Lounge & Nightclub · North End
19
Sep
Sports New 📷 Spotted
The Warm Up — 3KM Shakeout Run
FSTR Performance Club and Blended Athletics host a community 3km shakeout run to kick off HYROX Atlantic Series…
18:00 · Blended Athletics
19
Sep
Live Music
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer – Sep 19
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
18:30 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$61.02
19
Sep
Film & Cinema 📷 Spotted
AIFF 2026 Atlantic Gala: THE SNAKE (Canadian Premiere)
The Atlantic International Film Festival presents the Canadian Premiere of THE SNAKE from PEI filmmaker Jenna MacMillan, screening…
19:00 · Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane · Spring Garden
19
Sep
Live Music New
FREE! Symphony Week – Wolfville – Sep 19
7:00 pm • Saturday, September 19, 2026 Festival Theatre Symphony Nova Scotia's woodwind q…
19:00 · Symphony Nova Scotia · South End
Free
19
Sep
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Moncton Wildcats – Sep 19
The Mooseheads are taking on Moncton at Scotiabank Centre—bring your crew for some classic rowdy junior hockey that’ll…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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19
Sep
Live Music
StarTracks Karaoke Night – Sep 19
Приготовьтесь сиять, как звезда, на StarTracks Karaoke Night! Пойте от души, веселитесь и…
19:00 · Freeman’s Little New York (Fairview) · West End
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19
Sep
Trivia & Games
Team Game night – Sep 19
2 hours of fun and silly challenges. No planning, no pressure, just a night of games desi…
19:00 · Freeman’s Little New York Sackville
$20.50
19
Sep
Live Music
CaneFire – Sep 19
Toronto-based Caribbean jazz powerhouse CaneFire is NOT your grandfather’s jazz band. As…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$13.5 – $33.5
19
Sep
Live Music
Cellist Sung-Won Yang & Pianist Enrico Pace – Sep 19
Cellist Sung-Won Yang and pianist Enrico Pace open our new season with works by J.S. Bach…
19:30 · St. Andrew’s United Church · South End
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19
Sep
Festivals
The Halifax Magic Festival: An Evening of Magic
The crown jewel of the Halfiax Magic Festival. An immersive buffet of Magical delights.
19:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$31.48
19
Sep
Comedy
CONNOR CHRISTMAS – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia – Sep 19
CONNOR CHRISTMAS – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia live…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$20
19
Sep
Community New
Halifax Citadel Ghost Tour – Sep 19
Climb to the top of the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site and meet your historically…
20:00 · Halifax Citadel National Historic Site · Downtown
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19
Sep
Live Music
House Concert featuring The Town Heroes – Sep 19
Delivering catchy yet thoughtful songs, TTH provide a perfect soundtrack for contemplatin…
20:00 · Patchwork House Concerts
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19
Sep
Live Music
Newbridge W/ Jackson Weldon
The city’s newest pretty-close-to-supergroup, Newbridge, plays their first show at The Ca…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$20
19
Sep
Live Music
Ruckus @ Monte’s – Sep 19
Get ready to rock out with Ruckus...Let's Raise a Little!
20:00 · Monte’s Showbar Grill · Downtown
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19
Sep
Live Music
The Sadies & Terra Lightfoot
19+. Valid photo ID required for entry. 8 ticket limit.
20:00 · The Marquee · North End
$19
19
Sep
Live Music
Thunder from Down Under (SATURDAY)
Doors 7PM | Show 8PM | Ages 19+ |
20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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19
Sep
Live Music
AFRO HOUSE PROPAGANDA VOL 8: NEW TERRITORY – Sep 19
AFRO HOUSE PROPAGANDA VOL 8: NEW TERRITORY
20:30 · Danspace · Downtown
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19
Sep
Live Music
Candlelight: Ed Sheeran & Coldplay – Sep 19
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
20:45 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$61.02
19
Sep
Arts & Culture
Ben Albert – Sep 19
Headliner Ben Albert brings his wild night of big laughs to Halifax for some intimate sho…
21:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
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19
Sep
Live Music
Blake Johnston – Sep 19
Blake Johnston is taking the stage on September 19th for what should be a solid night of…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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19
Sep
Live Music
DA WHINE DOWN – Sep 19-20
HALIFAX, pull up & WHINE DOWN
21:00 · Locas Bar & billiards
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19
Sep
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
Karaoke at Propeller Arcade
Karaoke night at Propeller Arcade hosted by Jess, with a prize wheel and free play on all the…
21:00 · Propeller Gottingen/Arcade · North End
$10
19
Sep
Live Music 🚗 Out of town
ASIA & NUGRUV
Saturday night dance at the Shore Club, Hubbards. Tickets at the door at 9:30 PM.
21:30 · The Shore Club · Out of Town
At the door
19
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Doin’ Damage
After a three-year hiatus, Doin’ Damage returns to Gus’ Pub with a full-on rap dance party. DJs T-Woo,…
21:30 · Gus’ Pub · North End
$10
19
Sep
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
Doin’ Damage Rap Night
Doin’ Damage returns to Gus’ Pub with a full night of rap music from the ’90s to now…
21:30 · Gus’ Pub · North End
$10
19
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Doin’ Damage Rap Night
Doin’ Damage returns to Gus’ Pub for a night of new rap, classic rap and rap remixes with…
21:30 · Gus’ Pub · North End
19
Sep
Live Music
UP & DOWN – Sep 19-20
2 stage warehouse rave
21:30 · IKEA Halifax · Dartmouth
$30
19
Sep
Live Music New
BACK 2 SCHOOL BANGER – Sep 19
BACK 2 SCHOOL BANGER School’s back, but that doesn’t mean the fun is over. Saturday, Sept…
22:00 · The Dome Nightclub · Downtown
$5
19
Sep
Live Music
MIDNIGHT JUNGLE – Sep 19-20
MIDNIGHT JUNGLE A night of Afrobeats, Hip Hop, & Latin House with ATM, Badi Sun & JOZINHO…
22:00 · The Decks · Downtown
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19
Sep
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
Midnight Sun Party
A late-night tropical escape at Backlot HFX with a midnight performance by Zara Matrix alongside dancers Ariel and…
22:00 · Backlot Lounge & Nightclub · North End
$5 – $10
19
Sep
LGBTQ+ 📷 Spotted
Midnight Sun Party
Summer isn’t over yet — Midnight Sun Party takes over Backlot HFX for a full night of pop,…
22:00 · Backlot Lounge & Nightclub · North End
$5 – $10
19
Sep
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
Midnight Sun Party with DJ Zara Matrix
Late-night dance party with DJ Zara Matrix — dress code is Midnight Sun KISSED. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdRpALCgYu8/ (@backlothfx)
22:00 · Backlot Lounge & Nightclub · North End
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20
Sep
Talks & Ideas New 📷 Spotted
Aether and Ego Book Launch
Official launch event for Aether and Ego, with books available through Bookmark Halifax. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdTuwbNlY2S/?img_index=1 (@joanne.merriam)
Writers’ Federation of Nova Scotia
20
Sep
Sports New 📷 Spotted
Blue Nose Run Club — Atlantic Chip Half Marathon Route, Evolve Fitness 10km Route & Purple Cow 5km Route
Choose your distance with runs along the Atlantic Chip half marathon, Evolve Fitness 10km and Purple Cow 5km…
Venue TBA
20
Sep
Film & Cinema 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Docs on the Dock
Lunenburg Doc Fest presents free outdoor documentary screenings on Zwicker Wharf on the Lunenburg waterfront. Come early to…
Zwicker Wharf (Lunenburg) · Out of Town
20
Sep
Community 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Hants County Exhibition Ox Pulls
Weekend one of the Hants County Exhibition features traditional ox pulls, with light, medium, heavy and steer pulls…
Hants County Exhibition · Out of Town
20
Sep
Outdoors New 📷 Spotted
Pijinuiskaq Paddle Fest 2026 — Annual Parade of Paddlers
Launch from Shipyards Landing for a 2 km parade through Bridgewater under the bridges, with an optional 6…
Shipyards Landing
20
Sep
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
Weekly Writing Group
A weekly Sunday drop-in writing group at Open Book Coffee. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Dcl2N80jhsg/?img_index=1 (@openbookcoffee)
Open Book Coffee · Quinpool
20
Sep
Comedy
A Comedy Show for the Birds – Sep 20
CAD $30.00
07:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$30
20
Sep
Community 📷 Spotted
Enchanted Fantasy Emporium
The Pop Up Market presents the Enchanted Fantasy Emporium at Cole Harbour Place, a two-day makers market showcasing…
10:00 · Cole Harbour Place
20
Sep
Community New 📷 Spotted
Halifax Repair Café
Bring your broken or worn-out household items to the Halifax Repair Café, where volunteer repairers will help you…
10:00 · Keshen Goodman Library
20
Sep
Community
Linux Repair Cafe – Sep 20
Can't upgrade to 11? Escape forced obsolescence with Linux! Bring your laptop to the Linu…
10:00 · Keshen Goodman Public Library · West End
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20
Sep
Community New
Family Literacy & Heritage Fest 2026 – Sep 20
Come join us for a Fun Day with your family to enjoy local vendors, performances from dif…
10:30 · Halifax Forum, Maritime Hall
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20
Sep
Community 📷 Spotted
Paws in the Park
An annual fundraiser for ElderDog Canada featuring dog activities, a vendor market and raffles at DeWolf Park in…
10:30 · DeWolf Park · Bedford
20
Sep
Markets & Fairs New 📷 Spotted
September Veggie Sale
A monthly community produce sale offering more than 1800 lbs of local fruit and vegetables — apples, pears,…
10:30 · 2700 Robie St
20
Sep
Trivia & Games
Boozy & Belt It Out Brunch – Sep 20
Play energetic and interactive games while we belt out to bangers from Whitney, Celine, B…
11:00 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
$20.50
20
Sep
Community New
Halifax Gals & Pals: September Romance Book Club (Atmosphere) – Sep 20
For the romance readers! Join us for a morning of cozy chats, good books, and a chance to…
11:00 · Sugar Marmalade (Halifax) 糖记甜品
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20
Sep
Outdoors 📷 Spotted
Hfx Queer Birders 1 Year Anniversary Birding Hike
Hfx Queer Birders celebrates its first anniversary with a group birding hike around the Witherod Lake loop in…
11:00 · Long Lake Provincial Park · West End
20
Sep
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Trivia Brunch
Weekly Sunday trivia brunch at the Chain Yard Cider taproom. Food service starts at 11 AM and the…
11:30 · Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom · North End
20
Sep
Community 📷 Spotted
Autumn Equinox Market: Magic and Mystery
Different Folks presents their annual Autumn Equinox Market at the Halifax Brewery Market, featuring 30+ vendors with a…
12:00 · Halifax Brewery Market · Downtown
20
Sep
Food & Drink
Boozy Brunch & Games – Sep 20
Rally the crew, come solo, with your game face, make new friends, get silly, belt bangers…
12:00 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
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20
Sep
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Propeller Arcade Free Play
Every Sunday and Tuesday, $10 at the door gets you all games set to free play at Propeller…
12:00 · Propeller Gottingen/Arcade · North End
$10
20
Sep
Wellness
The Autumn Renewal Series: Yoga & Art Retreat – Sep 20
Join us this Fall for an afternoon seasonal yoga & wellness retreat!
12:00 · on the mat
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20
Sep
Sports 📷 Spotted
The Great Harbour Solidarity Cup 2026
A community soccer tournament fundraiser on the Halifax Common, with an afternoon of soccer, food, and community connection.…
12:30 · Central Commons Soccer Pitch · North End
20
Sep
Trivia & Games
Board Room Puzzle Palooza: 500 pieces! – Sep 20
Join us for an exhilarating puzzle competition where teams of 1 to 2 members come togethe…
13:00 · The Board Room Game Cafe · Downtown
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20
Sep
Food & Drink New 📷 Spotted
Bud the Spud at Nine Locks
The Bud the Spud food truck is on site at the brewery from 1pm to 7pm. Via Instagram:…
13:00 · Nine Locks Brewing Co. (Dartmouth) · Dartmouth
20
Sep
Live Music New
FREE! Symphony Week – Lunenburg – Sep 20
1:00 pm • Sunday, September 20, 2026 St. John's Anglican Church Symphony Nova Scotia stri…
13:00 · St. John’s Anglican Church
Free
20
Sep
Family & Kids New 📷 Spotted
Kinderfest at Oktoberfest
Family fun day as part of Garrison Brewing’s Oktoberfest at The BG. Bring the kids for face painting,…
13:00 · The BG · Downtown
20
Sep
Talks & Ideas New
Official Book Launch – In Too DIEP: Travelling Through Breast Cancer – Sep 20
Join us in person to celebrate the powerful launch of In Too DIEP: Travelling Through Bre…
13:00 · Pazzo Ristorante & Enoteca · Downtown
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20
Sep
Trivia & Games New
Sunday Sessions: D&D for Kids! – Sep 20
Join us every Sunday this fall for a kid friendly D&D one-shots, perfect for adventurers…
13:00 · The Board Room Game Cafe · Downtown
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20
Sep
Film & Cinema
AIFF and Linda Joy Awards — Carbon Arc – Sep 20
The Atlantic International Film Festival wraps with the Linda Joy Awards at Carbon Arc, celebrating the fest’s best…
14:00 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
Free
20
Sep
Arts & Culture New 📷 Spotted
¡Viva Chile! – A Celebration of Chilean Culture
A free, family-friendly celebration of Chilean heritage, music, dance and community at the Halifax Central Library. The programme…
14:00 · Halifax Central Library · Spring Garden
20
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Bump & Grind Presents: R&B Patio Day Party — Season Finale
Bump & Grind closes out the summer with the season finale of its R&B Patio Day Party at…
15:00 · The Pint Public House · Downtown
20
Sep
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
Create Pinback Buttons
The Trainyard is hosting a series of hands-on fall craft workshops, including pinback button making, beginner block printing…
15:00 · The Trainyard · Dartmouth
$15
20
Sep
Live Music
Devin Shael Fox – Sep 20
Devin Shael Fox is bringing the blues to Bearly’s on September 20th—perfect excuse to grab some ribs and…
15:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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20
Sep
Live Music
Live Music: Glenn Gordon – Sep 20
Live Music: Glenn Gordon (Propeller Bedford)
15:30 · Propeller Bedford · Bedford
Free
20
Sep
Sports New 📷 Spotted
90s Throwback — HFX Wanderers vs Inter Toronto
The HFX Wanderers take on Inter Toronto FC with a 1990s twist: retro video games, live graffiti art…
16:00 · Wanderers Grounds · South End
20
Sep
Sports
Halifax Wanderers FC vs. Inter Toronto FC
Additional ticket discounts and packages can be found here: https://www.canpl.ca/hfxwande…
16:00 · The Wanderers Grounds · South End
20
Sep
Sports New
Halifax Wanderers Watch Party – Sep 20
Come join DUES and watch Halifax's favorite soccer team face off against Inter Toronto at…
16:00 · Wanderers Grounds · South End
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20
Sep
Community New
Sunday Social V4 — The Season Finale | FREE RSVP – Sep 20
One last Sunday Social before we step into a brand-new season.
16:00 · Bar Sofia
Free
20
Sep
Food & Drink New
Dine with Intent – The Big Table – Sep 20
A celebration of women, connection, conversation and making the table bigger.
17:00 · May Garden Chinese Restaurant
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20
Sep
Community 📷 Spotted
Line Dancing on the Waterfront
Lucky Line Dance brings beginner-friendly line dancing to the Halifax waterfront on Sunday evenings. No partner or prior…
17:00 · Waterfront Gazebo · Downtown
20
Sep
Food & Drink New 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
No 9 After Hours: Oyster Night with Wild Heart Sea Farm
The final oyster night of the season at No 9 Coffee Bar, with Wild Heart Sea Farm shucking…
17:00 · No 9 Coffee Bar · Out of Town
20
Sep
Live Music
7th House Kickoff Show – Sep 20
Get ready to dive into an unforgettable night of vibes and tunes as we launch something f…
18:00 · Radstorm · North End
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20
Sep
Food & Drink New 📷 Spotted
Sunday Happy Hour + Free Pool
Wind down the weekend with happy hour pricing and free pool. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdRpALCgYu8/ (@backlothfx)
18:00 · Backlot Lounge & Nightclub · North End
20
Sep
Film & Cinema
AIFF Filmmaker Lab — Carbon Arc – Sep 20
Sunday, September 20, 7:00 PM Doors open 6:30 PM Various Directors from Atlantic Canada!…
19:00 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
Free
20
Sep
Talks & Ideas New
Book Launch: When I Come Back We Will Talk – Sep 20
Join us to celebrate the launch of Leonard Diepeveen's brand new book, "When I Come Back…
19:00 · Stillwell Hi-Fi · North End
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20
Sep
Film & Cinema 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Come See Me in the Good Light
PQP’s OH REELY Film Series presents a free screening of Come See Me in the Good Light, an…
19:00 · Astor Theatre · Out of Town
20
Sep
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
Sari Lightman “The Way I Saw You” w/ Aaron Mangle
LA future folk artist Sari Lightman brings her “The Way I Saw You” show east for an intimate…
19:00 · 7745 Hwy 331, Cherry Hill NS
$20
20
Sep
Film & Cinema 📷 Spotted
The Bookstore That Never Sleeps — Atlantic Premiere (Reel Atlantic Shorts)
The Atlantic premiere of the documentary The Bookstore That Never Sleeps, which goes inside Elizabeth’s Books in Lunenburg…
19:00 · Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane · Spring Garden
20
Sep
Arts & Culture
The White Buffalo: Canada 2026 w/ Clever Hopes – Sep 20
Terms and ConditionsThis event is 19 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid…
19:00 · The Marquee · North End
$40.24
20
Sep
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Charlie’s Pop Quiz
Theme: the 2010s — headlines, pop culture, music and a wee bit of everything. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdCr9__gM_Z/ (@stilldrunkenest)
20:00 · Charlie’s Club · North End
20
Sep
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
The Blues Jam
Bearly’s long-running Sunday night blues jam, open to players and listeners alike. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdNFlnPmt7J/?img_index=1 (@bearlyshouseofblues)
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
20
Sep
Comedy
The Sunday Sesh – Sep 20
Loose late-Sunday basement mic under the Shoe Shop.
20:30 · Economy Shoe Shop (basement) · Downtown
Free
Monday
Sep 21
Trivia · 4 trivia nights Monday
See the weekly list →
21
Sep
Live Music New
FREE! Symphony Week – Halifax Airport – Sep 21
12:00 pm • Monday, September 21, 2026 Halifax Stanfield International Airport 12:00 pm •…
12:00 · Symphony Nova Scotia · South End
Free
21
Sep
Community
Dartmouth: Community Week Event – Sep 21
Join us to attend education presentations on dementia-related topics, meet local service…
14:00 · East Dartmouth Community Centre · Dartmouth
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21
Sep
Community New
Craft ‘N Chat (In-Person Program) – Sep 21
Drop-in arts, crafts, and more!
16:30 · Eating Disorders Nova Scotia · North End
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21
Sep
Trivia & Games
Bearly: a Trivia – Sep 21
With everyone’s best friend- Kieran!!!
18:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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21
Sep
Family & Kids
Paint Nite • Sou’Wester in the City • Bedford – Sep 21
Family-friendly paint & sip in Bedford: paint Lighthouse in Fall at Sou'Wester in the Cit…
18:00 · Sou’Wester in the City · Bedford
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21
Sep
Theatre
Greek International Film Festival Tour – Sep 21
Opening night of the 6th Annual Greek International Film Festival Tour! Alex & Eve is abo…
18:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
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21
Sep
Live Music
General Trivia with Abhishek – Sep 21
General Trivia with Abhishek (Propeller Quinpool)
19:00 · Propeller Quinpool · Quinpool
Free
21
Sep
Live Music
General Trivia with Mitch & Anish – Sep 21
General Trivia with Mitch & Anish (Propeller Gottingen/Arcade)
19:00 · Propeller Gottingen/Arcade · North End
Free
21
Sep
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Sep 21
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
21
Sep
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
NoA Backyard Bash
Night of Adventure kicks off its new season with an outdoor backyard bash of adventure storytelling and live…
19:00 · Long Alley / Aerobics First, 6166 Quinpool Rd · Quinpool
21
Sep
Workshops & Classes
Paint, Sip, & DIY Doormat Decorating Workshop at Chain Yard – Sep 21
Get ready to unleash your creativity with paint, sips, and DIY doormat fun in a chill, ha…
19:00 · Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom · North End
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21
Sep
Live Music New
Queen’s Marque Movie Night: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory – Sep 21
Bring a blanket or chair, your favourite movie snacks, and enjoy free outdoor movies unde…
19:45 · Queen’s Marque · Downtown
Free
21
Sep
Comedy
Monday Night LOL – Sep 21
Weekly open mic in a North End dive. Free, hosted by Matt Murphy.
20:00 · Gus’ Pub · North End
Free
21
Sep
Live Music
Open Song Circle with Noah Tye! – Sep 21
Take a turn on the Bearly’s stage!
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Tuesday
Sep 22
Happy hour · 77 spots with happy hours Tuesday
Browse deals →
22
Sep
Sports New 📷 Spotted
Blue Nose Run Club — Alderney Gate Run
Group run starting from Alderney Gate in Dartmouth. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdJeBYPDapE/ (@bnmarathon)
Alderney Gate
22
Sep
Theatre
Women of the Fur Trade – Sep 22 – Oct 11
September 22 - October 11, 2026 Scotiabank Studio Stage - Directed by Keith Barker Writte…
Neptune Theatre · Downtown
$29 – $70
22
Sep
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Propeller Arcade Free Play
Every Sunday and Tuesday, $10 at the door gets you all games set to free play at Propeller…
12:00 · Propeller Gottingen/Arcade · North End
$10
22
Sep
Theatre
Common Threads – Sep 22
The Bus Stop Theatre Narrative Program’s Common Threads is a drop-in writers’ circle for…
18:00 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
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22
Sep
Outdoors New
Community runs with MEC Halifax – Sep 22
Train for the Trails with MEC and Eazy Breezey Run Club
18:00 · MEC Halifax · Downtown
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22
Sep
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
22
Sep
Outdoors New 📷 Spotted
HFX Wild — Women’s Trail Running First Run
HFX Wild (formerly Girl Gang) is a women’s trail running community launching with its first group run at…
18:00 · McIntosh Run Trails · West End
22
Sep
Food & Drink 📷 Spotted
Introduction to Sushi-Making
Chef Ami Goto of Tsukimi Food Co. leads a hands-on sushi-making workshop at Saffron + Salt, teaching the…
18:00 · Saffron + Salt Kitchenware, 2751 Clifton Street · North End
22
Sep
Outdoors
Train For The Trails Week 3: Nutrition and hydration strategies (Community run) – Sep 22
Train for the Trails with MEC and Eazy Breezey Run Club
18:00 · MEC Halifax · Downtown
Free
22
Sep
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Writing Game Night
An evening of playful writing games and prompts at the coffee shop. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Dcl2N80jhsg/?img_index=1 (@openbookcoffee)
18:30 · Open Book Coffee · Quinpool
22
Sep
Live Music
Kim Churchill (Australia)
Australian globetrotting festival favourite (he has camper vans on three continents to ac…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$30
22
Sep
Family & Kids
Paint Nite • Freeman’s Little New York Sackville • Lower Sackville – Sep 22
All-ages paint night at Freeman's Little New York Sackville, Lower Sackville. Paint Fall…
19:00 · Freeman’s Little New York Sackville
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22
Sep
Comedy
Pint Sized Comedy – Sep 22
Dartmouth's walk-up open mic. Arrive 30 min early for the list.
20:00 · Celtic Corner Public House · Dartmouth
Free
22
Sep
Live Music
The High Kings – Sep 22
The High Kings bring their Celtic folk vibes to Casino Nova Scotia for a night of Irish…
20:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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22
Sep
Live Music
Bill Stevenson & Geoff Arsenault – Sep 22
Bill Stevenson and Geoff Arsenault are bringing the crew vibes to Bearly’s on September 22nd. Two local musicians…
20:30 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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22
Sep
Live Music
Ross Neilsen (Garrett away) Saskatoon – Sep 22
Ross Neilsen's bringing that Saskatoon energy to Bearly's for a late-night set with the…
20:30 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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22
Sep
Comedy
Oasis Comedy Tuesday – Sep 22
The scene's clubhouse mic. Free, hosted by Dave Sears.
21:00 · Oasis Pub · Downtown
Free
Wednesday
Sep 23
Trivia · 3 trivia nights Wednesday
See the weekly list →
23
Sep
Festivals 📷 Spotted
Lunenburg Doc Fest — 13th Edition
The 13th edition of the Lunenburg Doc Fest brings 73 documentaries to Lunenburg, including 36 premieres (4 World,…
Venue TBA
23
Sep
Community New 📷 Spotted
RRANS HUB: Open Office
Drop in to the RRANS office during weekly open hours — no registration needed. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdTjgnFDnHd/?img_index=3 (@hfx.trans.events)
14:00 · 5940 South St. (RRANS)
23
Sep
Food & Drink New
Supper Club (In-Person Program) – Sep 23
Enjoy a comforting meal with good company!
17:30 · Eating Disorders Nova Scotia · North End
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23
Sep
Trivia & Games
Board Room Trivia: TED LASSO EDITION! ! – Sep 23
We BELIEVE you know more about Ted Lasso than Ted knows about football! Join us for Trivi…
18:00 · The Board Room Game Cafe · Downtown
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23
Sep
Food & Drink New
Compass Distillers Tour and Tasting – Sep 23
Join us for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes distillery tour and taste experience.
18:00 · 2533 Agricola St · North End
Check website
23
Sep
Trivia & Games New
Speed Puzzle @ The Cozy Gull – Sep 23
You think you are good at puzzle? Grab your best puzzle makers and join a friendly compet…
18:00 · 590 Main St
Check website
23
Sep
Live Music
Chef Probst’s Craft Draught Showdown: Annapolis Brewing vs. Tanner & Co. Brewing
Join us at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, September 23rd when the Annapolis and Tanner & Co. brewi…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$100
23
Sep
Trivia & Games
General Trivia hosted by Al Rankin – Sep 23
General Trivia hosted by Al Rankin (Propeller Bedford)
19:00 · Propeller Bedford · Bedford
Free
23
Sep
Family & Kids New
Paint Nite • The Pint Public House • Halifax – Sep 23
Paint & sip in Halifax: create The Dock II at The Pint Public House. All supplies include…
19:00 · The Pint Public House · Downtown
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23
Sep
Live Music
Sabaton: Legends on Tour
Originally scheduled for Apri 6 2026, previously purchased tickets are still valid for ne…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
23
Sep
Live Music
Music Bingo hosted by Devin (@shaelfox) – Sep 23
Music Bingo hosted by Devin (@shaelfox) (Propeller Gottingen/Arcade)
19:30 · Propeller Gottingen/Arcade · North End
Free
23
Sep
Comedy
Catherine Robertson’s Comedy Hour! – Sep 23
Catherine Robertson’s bringing her comedy hour to Bearly’s downtown—perfect excuse to get out of the rain and laugh…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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23
Sep
Comedy New
Halifax Comedy Fest Showcase – Sep 23
Halifax Comedy Fest Showcase live at Halifax Live Comedy Club in downtown Halifax.
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$20
23
Sep
Comedy
Off Track Comedy – Sep 23
The Bedford open mic. DM Harry Baker III — books a month out.
20:00 · Trackside Social · Bedford
Free
23
Sep
Trivia & Games New 📷 Spotted
The Legend of Zelda Trivia
Test your Hyrule knowledge at The Bonfire with a night of Legend of Zelda trivia. Teams of up…
20:00 · The Bonfire · North End
23
Sep
Arts & Culture New
Comeback Comedy at Kai Brady’s on Wednesday nights – Sep 23
Comeback Comedy at Kai Brady's 5679 Spring Garden Rd in Halifax. A weekly stand up comedy…
20:30 · 5679 Spring Garden Rd · Spring Garden
Free
23
Sep
Social & Networking New 📷 Spotted
Survivor Nights at Niche
Niche Lounge hosts weekly Survivor watch parties, screening Survivor 51 on the big screen with full sound. Make…
21:00 · Niche Lounge
23
Sep
Live Music
Karaoke with Mimi!
Mimi's taking over karaoke at Bearly's on Wednesday night—bring your pipes and prepare…
22:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Thursday
Sep 24
Happy hour · 80 spots with happy hours Thursday
Browse deals →
24
Sep
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
90s Karaoke with Meredith — The Last Karaoke Night at Jellies
Jellies hosts its final karaoke night with Meredith, the host who first brought karaoke to the bar. Come…
Jellies · Quinpool
24
Sep
Comedy
Halifax Comedy Stand presents Connor Christmas & Guests – Sep 24
Halifax Comedy Stand presents Connor Christmas & Guests (Propeller Bedford)
Propeller Bedford · Bedford
Free
24
Sep
Wellness New
Sunrise Yoga – Sep 24
Let's flow into your day with mindful movement + breath.
06:30 · Cafe Byron
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24
Sep
LGBTQ+ New 📷 Spotted
Out & Equal Job Fair
The 7th Annual Out & Equal Job Fair, presented by YMCA Nova Scotia Works, connects members of the…
10:00 · Zatzman Sportsplex · Dartmouth
24
Sep
Live Music
Morgan Davis Happy Hour – Sep 24
I’d be happy to help, but I need a bit more info. What venue is Morgan Davis Happy…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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24
Sep
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
Beginner Block Printing with local artist Kelly Bee
The Trainyard is hosting a series of hands-on fall craft workshops, including pinback button making, beginner block printing…
18:00 · The Trainyard · Dartmouth
$35
24
Sep
Trivia & Games New
Blood on the Clocktower Teach ‘n Play – Sep 24
Blood on the Clocktower is a bluffing game enjoyed by players on opposing teams of Good a…
18:00 · The Board Room Game Cafe · Downtown
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24
Sep
Markets & Fairs 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Harvest Moon Night Market
The Hubbards Barn Association presents the fourth annual Harvest Moon Night Market, an evening market featuring local makers,…
18:00 · Hubbards Barn · Out of Town
24
Sep
Community New 📷 Spotted
RRANS Community Hangouts
Connect, play games, enjoy snacks and spend time in a safe and welcoming space; email info@rrans.com for the…
18:00 · Venue TBA
24
Sep
Live Music
An Evening in the Loire with Nicholas Bougrier – Sep 24
Join us for a relaxed evening of great wine, good food and plenty of conversation as we w…
19:00 · The Post Office Consulting House · South End
$97.71
24
Sep
Live Music
Jazz Jam with Gabe Mink – Sep 24
Jazz Jam with Gabe Mink (Propeller Quinpool)
19:00 · Propeller Quinpool · Quinpool
Free
24
Sep
Events New
Kingdom Come, Kingdom Go – Sep 24
Experience the sounds of rural Newfoundland with this innovative concert experience by co…
19:00 · Old Confidence Lodge
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24
Sep
Festivals
Lunenburg Doc Fest: Union Town — Carbon Arc – Sep 24
Thursday, September 24, 7:00 PM Barbara Kopple | US | 2026 | 106m Lunenberg Doc Fest is A…
19:00 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
$17
24
Sep
Arts & Culture New
Neon Sign Comedy Vol IX – Sep 24
Comedy in a bookstore! Who could want more!
19:00 · Trident Booksellers & Cafe · Downtown
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24
Sep
Community New 📷 Spotted
Ocean Week Halifax Annual General Meeting
Ocean Week Halifax hosts its Annual General Meeting at Patagonia Halifax, reflecting on the past year and electing…
19:00 · Patagonia Halifax
24
Sep
Family & Kids New
Paint Nite • Bulwark Cider + Taproom • Halifax – Sep 24
Halifax paint night at Bulwark Cider + Taproom. Paint Autumn Kiss drink-in-hand, all supp…
19:00 · Bulwark Cider + Taproom
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24
Sep
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
Rosefinch Sessions Volume 5: Zakary Miller & Japhy Sullivan
Rosefinch Sessions Volume 5 brings songwriter Zakary Miller and fiddler-songwriter Japhy Sullivan to the historic Rosefinch Mercantile in…
19:00 · Rosefinch Mercantile (1615 Port Medway Road, Port Medway)
24
Sep
Live Music
Mitch King (Australia)
Hailing from Queensland in Australia, Mitch King brings his electrifying solo show to Hal…
19:30 · The Carleton · Downtown
$20
24
Sep
Film & Cinema 📷 Spotted
Special When Lit — A Very Special Screening
Pinball Bob’s Pinball Club presents a one-night-only screening of Special When Lit (2009), a documentary about pinball and…
19:30 · Propeller Gottingen/Arcade · North End
24
Sep
Arts & Culture
Spontaneity: Order-Up Improv Comedy Show – Sep 24
What’s your order? A side of chaos? A double helping of characters?
19:30 · 1743 Grafton St · Downtown
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24
Sep
Trivia & Games New 📷 Spotted
80’s Music Bingo
Good Fun Entertainment presents an 80s-themed Music Bingo night at The Bonfire, hosted by Abhishek Bhuchar. Three rounds…
20:00 · The Bonfire · North End
24
Sep
Comedy
Better Times – Sep 24
Beer-garden open mic at Good Robot. Rotating hosts, free.
20:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
Free
24
Sep
Live Music New
Bruce Marchand Album Release Party – Sep 24
The Carleton is pleased to host Bruce Marchand as he celebrates the release of his very f…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$28.50
24
Sep
Comedy
Canadas Next Best Comic Search Semi Final – Sep 24
Watch comedians battle it out for a spot in the finals at Yuk Yuk’s—these are the ones who…
20:00 · Yuk Yuk’s Halifax · Downtown
$20
24
Sep
Live Music
Sherry Ryan (Newfoundland) – Sep 24
Sherry Ryan's bringing her Newfoundland folk vibes to Bearly's for an intimate night of…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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24
Sep
Comedy
City of Laughs Comedy Festival: Competition Night – Sep 24
Preliminary rounds of the first City of Laughs Comedy Festival: 18 to 24 of Atlantic Canada’s funniest stand-up,…
21:00 · Downtown Dartmouth (Portland Street) · Dartmouth
$39.95
Friday
Sep 25
Trivia · 1 trivia night Friday
See the weekly list →
25
Sep
Festivals New 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
30th Annual Mahone Bay Scarecrow Festival
Mahone Bay’s beloved Scarecrow Festival returns for its 30th year, with hundreds of handmade scarecrows displayed on porches,…
Venue TBA · Out of Town
25
Sep
Workshops & Classes 📷 Spotted
Fall Sip and Sculpt — Vases
A fall series of sip-and-sculpt ceramics workshops in Halifax, with each evening exploring a different theme — vases,…
Almona, 5659 Almon St. · North End
25
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Oktoberfest at Horton Ridge
The weekend of September 25-27, we will be celebrating all things beer! Friday, September 25th, Touch of Brass…
Horton Ridge Malt House · Out of Town
25
Sep
Markets & Fairs New 📷 Spotted
UrbanButter Fall Sample Sale
UrbanButter’s fall sample sale returns to their Dartmouth space with a week of discounted samples. Wear easy try-on…
08:00 · 120 Thorne Ave.
25
Sep
Workshops & Classes
Conflict Resolution / Management Training in Dartmouth, NS – Sep 25
Learn to build Conflict Resolution techniques that work, and manage complex team dynamics…
09:00 · Dartmouth, NS · Dartmouth
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25
Sep
Community New
Libra Bash – Sep 25-26
Libra Bash is the ultimate vibe party where balance meets fun for an epic in-person night!
10:30 · The Duke’s Public House · North End
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25
Sep
Arts & Culture
Fairy House Decorating – Sep 25
Friday Sept 25 there is no school! So why not spend the afternoon crafting with your kids.
13:00 · IKEA Halifax · Dartmouth
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25
Sep
Family & Kids New 📷 Spotted
Family Event: Fairy House/Door Decorating
Drop-in fairy house and fairy door decorating for families, timed for the HRM no-school day. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdRhZ5eDMur/…
13:00 · IKEA Halifax · Dartmouth
25
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Oktoberfest at Horton Ridge — Touch of Brass (oompah music)
Touch of Brass kicks off the weekend with oompah music while the Mega Munchies food truck serves German-style…
16:00 · Horton Ridge Malt House · Out of Town
25
Sep
Live Music
Big Easy Fridays with Mike Cowie & John Alphonse – Sep 25
Mike Cowie and John Alphonse are bringing New Orleans vibes to Big Easy Fridays—live music and good times…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
Check website
25
Sep
Food & Drink
Chasing Summer: A Wine Tasting – Sep 25
Summer might *technically* be over but we're still chasing those vibes so join us as we t…
18:00 · The Prow Gallery · Downtown
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25
Sep
Live Music New
Dalhousie Women’s/Men’s Soccer vs. Acadia – Sep 25
The Tigers will face the visiting Acadia University Axewomen & Axemen at home. Women’s ki…
18:00 · Wickwire Field
$7.75 – $11.75
25
Sep
Live Music
Private Event – Sep 25
Music, food, and drinks are flowing! Consider The Carleton for your next private party, d…
18:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
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25
Sep
Workshops & Classes New
Workshop Basics Class – Sep 25
Learn safe use of workshop tools as you turn raw lumber into a finished cutting board you…
18:15 · Halifax Tool Library and Workshop
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25
Sep
Live Music New
City of Laughs Comedy Festival: THE SANCTUARY COMEDY COMPETITION – Sep 25
Watch fresh comedians battle it out at the Sanctuary Arts Centre in Dartmouth—City of Laughs is bringing the…
18:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$10.00
25
Sep
Events New
Community Maker Swap – Spryfield – Sep 25
Share your Magic and make some friends!
18:30 · Hrm Park
Check website
25
Sep
Food & Drink New
Copy of Meat Bingo – Sep 25
Meat Bingo Night at The Old No.7
18:30 · Old No 7 Restaurant and Sports Bar
Check website
25
Sep
Sports 📷 Spotted
The Track Meet
HRM’s first-ever run club meet brings local running clubs together at Beazley Fields for a two-part night: a…
18:30 · Beazley Fields · Dartmouth
25
Sep
Arts & Culture
Book (Fight) Club – Halifax Edition – Sep 25
It's a book club. It's a fight club. It's the Canadian premiere of the worlds only Book (…
19:00 · Trident Booksellers & Cafe · Downtown
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25
Sep
Festivals
Lunenberg Doc Fest: Yo (Love is a Rebellious Bird) — Carbon Arc – Sep 25
Friday, September 25, 7:00 PM Anna Fitch, Banker White | USA | 2026 | 78m Lunenberg Doc F…
19:00 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
$17
25
Sep
Trivia & Games
Meet & Game with other couples – Sep 25
Bring your partner and play games, trivia and challenges with other fun and likeminded co…
19:00 · Freeman’s Little New York (Fairview) · West End
$20.50
25
Sep
Family & Kids New
Paint Nite • Freeman’s Little New York – Fairview • Halifax – Sep 25
Paint & sip in Halifax : create Forest Of Imagination at Freeman's Little New York - Fair…
19:00 · Freeman’s Little New York (Fairview) · West End
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25
Sep
Live Music
Toxic Mascs & Evil Femmes – Sep 25
Are you Halifax's most Toxic Femme or Evil Masc? Show us why on September 25th at Stardus…
19:00 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
$16.5
25
Sep
Live Music
SOS – The Abba Experience
The buzz is real and it's coming your way! This isn't just a show, but an ABBA-charged ce…
19:30 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
25
Sep
Film & Cinema New 📷 Spotted
Back to the Future
Free outdoor screening of Back to the Future at Mill Cove in Bedford, by the volleyball sand pits.…
20:00 · Mill Cove, Bedford (by the volleyball sand pits) · Bedford
25
Sep
Trivia & Games
Drag Bingo Night – Sep 25
Get ready for a fierce night and shout BINGO at Drag Bingo Night, at Black Harbour!
20:00 · Black Harbour Distillers
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25
Sep
Comedy
JARED NATHAN – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia
JARED NATHAN - Halifax Live Comedy Club - The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, No…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$20
25
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Jazz Lewis / Pro Wrestling The Band / Feral Carol / Mojo In The Middle
A four-band night at Gus’ Pub featuring the debut show from Jazz Lewis, plus Pro Wrestling The Band,…
20:00 · Gus’ Pub · North End
$15
25
Sep
Food & Drink 📷 Spotted
Lebanese Night: A Night of Music & Magic
Au Liban’s Lebanese Night returns with an evening of Lebanese flavours, music and atmosphere featuring belly dancer Diana,…
20:00 · Au Liban
$100
25
Sep
Live Music New
MONTGOMERY NIGHT – Album Release – Sep 25
Join us for a night of music with MONTGOMERY NIGHT as they drop their new album. Special…
20:00 · Monte’s Showbar Grill · Downtown
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25
Sep
Comedy
Peter Anthony – Sep 25-26
Peter Anthony’s bringing the laughs to Yuk Yuk’s this Friday night—perfect timing for a rainy September evening when…
20:00 · Yuk Yuk’s Halifax · Downtown
$25
25
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
The Ordeals
Honky tonk night with country and western band The Ordeals at the West Dublin Community Hall on the…
20:00 · West Dublin Community Hall · Out of Town
$15
25
Sep
LGBTQ+ 📷 Spotted
+30 Dyke Night
A 30+ Dyke Night at Charlie’s Club featuring DJ Patti K spinning retro 70s, 80s and 90s hits…
20:30 · Charlie’s Club · North End
$15
25
Sep
Comedy
City of Laughs Comedy Festival: Competition Night – Sep 25
Preliminary rounds of the first City of Laughs Comedy Festival: 18 to 24 of Atlantic Canada’s funniest stand-up,…
21:00 · Downtown Dartmouth (Portland Street) · Dartmouth
$39.95
25
Sep
Comedy
City of Laughs Comedy Festival: JOHN WING – “GO NORTH OLD MAN” – Sep 25
Performers: John Wing
21:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$29.95
25
Sep
Live Music
Guestlist Take Over – Sep 25-26
Listed on Resident Advisor.
21:00 · Stillwell Hi-Fi · North End
$10
25
Sep
Live Music 🚗 Out of town
None the Wiser – Sep 25
🎸✨ None the Wiser is hitting the stage at Belly Up BBQ & Grill! 🎶🔥 Coming all the way fro…
21:00 · Belly Up BBQ & Grill · Out of Town
$12 – $15
25
Sep
Live Music
Tyler Mullendore Band – Sep 25
Tyler Mullendore Band takes the stage on September 25th for what's shaping up to be a…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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25
Sep
Live Music 🚗 Out of town
Matt Minglewood
Live at the Shore Club, Hubbards. Doors at 9:30 PM.
21:30 · The Shore Club · Out of Town
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25
Sep
Live Music New
DARK ROOM at The Seahorse – Sep 25
DARK ROOM at The Seahorse Dark Room is a floor-filling post punk dance party. It has been…
22:00 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$15
25
Sep
Live Music
L’ESPRIT 6: Jex Opolis & Hermeth – Sep 25-26
Lineup: Jex Opolis, Hermeth, DJ CPR.
22:00 · Venue TBA
$25
Saturday
Sep 26
Happy hour · 60 spots with happy hours Saturday
Browse deals →
26
Sep
Outdoors New 🚗 Out of town
Cabot Trail Fall Colours
Colours typically peak between about October 10 and 23, earlier on the south coast and later moving north.…
Cape Breton Highlands National Park · Out of Town
26
Sep
Comedy 📷 Spotted
Comedy Night at The Woodside Tavern
A night of stand-up comedy at The Woodside Tavern headlined by Steve Mackie, with sets from Luba Magnus,…
The Woodside Tavern · Dartmouth
$15 – $20
26
Sep
Arts & Culture New 📷 Spotted
Dartmouth Mural Jam 2026
Mural Jam returns to downtown Dartmouth for two days of new public art, presented by Trackside Studios and…
Downtown Dartmouth · Dartmouth
26
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Lighthouse presents Kippo (UK)
Lighthouse returns this fall with Bristol UK’s Kippo, one of the fastest rising talents in UK bass, rolling…
The Marquee · North End
$10
26
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Mother Mother at Magnetic: World Music Festival
Mother Mother headlines Saturday at the Magnetic: World Music Festival on Citadel Hill in Halifax. The two-day festival…
Citadel Hill · Downtown
26
Sep
Outdoors
Gals and Pals Sunrise Beach Walk – Sep 26
Join us for a morning on the beach to watch the sunrise!
06:45 · Rainbow Haven Beach Provincial Park
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26
Sep
Markets & Fairs New 📷 Spotted
UrbanButter Fall Sample Sale
UrbanButter’s fall sample sale returns to their Dartmouth space with a week of discounted samples. Wear easy try-on…
09:00 · 120 Thorne Ave.
26
Sep
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Ametora Vintage Pop-Up at Old Post Barbershop
Ametora brings its good, good vintage clothing back to the Old Post Barbershop in Enfield for a one-day…
10:00 · The Old Post Barbershop (219 NS-2, Enfield) · Out of Town
26
Sep
Community New 📷 Spotted
Annual Community Bike Ride
Halifax Regional Municipality hosts its Annual Community Bike Ride starting at the Captain William Spry Community Centre. After…
10:00 · Captain William Spry Community Centre
26
Sep
Film & Cinema New
Atlantic Canada 48 Hour Film Project – Sept 26
📕Program for the 1tth edition of Atlantic Canada 48 Hour Film Project, the only international filmmaking competition for…
10:00 · Art Gallery of Nova Scotia · Downtown
$17.57
26
Sep
Workshops & Classes New 🚗 Out of town
Eco-Friendly Photo Development – Sep 26-27
Join us for a unique two-day introduction to alternative analog photography. Throughout t…
10:00 · The Deanery Project · Out of Town
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26
Sep
Markets & Fairs
The Fall Women’s Show – Sep 26
Catch the best deals, fun vibes, and fab finds at The Fall Women's Show – your ultimate s…
10:00 · Cedar Event Centre (Clayton Park) · West End
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26
Sep
Workshops & Classes 📷 Spotted
All About Gauge: Knitting Math Workshop w/ Kate
Take the mystery out of knitting math in this workshop on understanding gauge and saving yourself wasted knitting…
10:30 · Stitch and Knit
26
Sep
Sports
7th Step NS – Yellow Ribbon Run – Sep 26
Join the 7th Step NS - Yellow Ribbon Run for a fun, uplifting in-person race supporting a…
11:00 · Point Pleasant Park · South End
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26
Sep
Food & Drink New 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Famous Town Corn Boil
Famous Town’s third annual Corn Boil returns during the Mahone Bay Scarecrow Festival, with free corn on the…
11:00 · Famous Town · Out of Town
26
Sep
Outdoors
Matchmaking in Motion – Sep 26
Speed Dating on the trails (Ages 40-55 & 50+)
11:00 · Long Lake Provincial Park · West End
$55
26
Sep
Food & Drink New
Saturday Drag Brunch – Sep 26
Come see some stellar performances!
11:30 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
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26
Sep
Food & Drink
Watercolour Brunch – watercolour paint workshop, September 26 – Sep 26
Fully guided watercolour workshop in a relaxed atmosphere of a cafe
12:00 · Sugar Marmalade (Halifax) 糖记甜品
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26
Sep
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
Monthly Quilt Block w/ Meg
The first workshop in a new monthly series where you’ll make a quilt block and build your skills…
12:30 · Stitch and Knit
26
Sep
Events New
Colouring club! – Sep 26
Colour a couple postcards, meet some lovely people, and send a little joy!
13:00 · Glitter Bean Cafe Co-op · Spring Garden
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26
Sep
Community
Tree Canada’s National Tree Day Planting Event – Sep 26
Tree Canada and Halifax Regional Municipality are excited to plant trees in honour of Nat…
13:00 · Flinn Park · West End
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26
Sep
Events New
Craft Social in the North End – Sep 26
Free Crafting Social in the North End! Bring your crafting supplies and enjoy a chill aft…
14:00 · 2562 Maynard St
Free
26
Sep
Live Music New
FREE! Symphony Week – Halifax Public Library – Sep 26
2:00 pm • Saturday, September 26, 2026 Paul O'Regan Hall 3:30 pm • Saturday, September 26…
14:00 · Paul O’Regan Hall, Halifax Central Library · Downtown
Free
26
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Oktoberfest at The Barn
Wentworth kicks off the first of four Fall Colours weekends with an Oktoberfest-themed party at The Barn, featuring…
14:00 · The Barn at Wentworth · Out of Town
26
Sep
Workshops & Classes New 📷 Spotted
Pumpkin Floral Arranging Workshop
Welcome autumn with a hands-on seasonal floral arranging workshop at Horse Thief Vineyards, led by Branch + Blossom…
14:00 · Horse Thief Vineyards
$60
26
Sep
Workshops & Classes New 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
The Things We Carry
Spend an afternoon with artist Elsa making your own grounding stone from local onsite clay. The session begins…
14:00 · The Deanery Project · Out of Town
$5
26
Sep
Live Music
KIRIO by FUSION Productions (Afternoon Show)
Doors 2PM | Show 3PM | All Ages
15:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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26
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Open Mic at Slow Mornings
Slow Mornings opens its stage every Saturday afternoon to anyone who wants to perform — music or spoken…
15:00 · Slow Mornings
26
Sep
Sports
Halifax Wanderers FC vs. Atlético Ottawa
Additional ticket discounts and packages can be found here: https://www.canpl.ca/hfxwande…
16:00 · The Wanderers Grounds · South End
26
Sep
Live Music
The Wayne Nicholson Band – Sep 26
Join us for an afternoon of rockin' blues music with The Wayne Nicholson Band. You don't…
16:30 · Monte’s Showbar Grill · Downtown
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26
Sep
Live Music New
Dalhousie Women’s/Men’s Soccer vs. Cape Breton – Sep 26
The Tigers will face the visiting Cape Breton University Capers at home. Women’s kickoff…
17:00 · Wickwire Field
$7.75 – $11.75
26
Sep
Food & Drink New
POP-UP SUPPER CLUB Exploring African Diaspora Migration – Sep 26
8+ courses with paired specialty cocktails and a fine-dining experience celebrating the r…
17:00 · Banook Canoe Club
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26
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Oktoberfest at Horton Ridge — Backhouse Brass in the big tent
Backhouse Brass plays the big tent with BASH Catering serving German-style treats; doors at 5pm. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DcycA3CDuC_/?img_index=1…
18:00 · Horton Ridge Malt House · Out of Town
$15
26
Sep
Live Music
Private Event – Sep 26
Music, food, and drinks are flowing! Consider The Carleton for your next private party, d…
18:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
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26
Sep
Wellness
Mocktails & Movement by Rooted Society – Sep 26
Coming on your own? You’re welcome here. A women’s evening of movement, mocktails, and co…
18:30 · Hammonds Plains Community Centre
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26
Sep
Live Music
ANALOG SYNTH SHOW with DONNY & SPITTY – Sep 26-27
Donny & Spitty are bringing analog synth wizardry to the Mousetrap for a night of pure electronic vibes.…
19:00 · Venue TBA
$10
26
Sep
Comedy
Easy Bake Open Mic – Sep 26
2nd & 4th Saturday walk-up mic. Arrive by 6:30pm for the list.
19:00 · Smokey Garden · Downtown
Free
26
Sep
Events 🚗 Out of town
FLA 26 – Sep 26
FLA 26 presented by Phillips Fishery Returning to the famous HECTOR ARENA for the 2nd tim…
19:00 · Hector Arena (Pictou) · Out of Town
$65.8 – $111.87
26
Sep
Live Music
Gone Again Presents – Michael Cloud Duguay, Mohammad Sahraei, Markus Floats – Sep 26
Halifax Debut of ‘Kingdom Come, Kingdom Go’ (Watch That Ends The Night Records)
19:00 · Saint George’s Round Church · North End
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26
Sep
Live Music
SOS – The Abba Experience
The buzz is real and it's coming your way! This isn't just a show, but an ABBA-charged ce…
19:30 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
26
Sep
Arts & Culture
Spontaneity: Improv the Musical – Sep 26
Join ‘Improv the Musical’ for their opening AND closing night of a brand new improvised m…
19:30 · The Pink Piano Cafe & Lounge
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26
Sep
Comedy
JARED NATHAN – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia
JARED NATHAN - Halifax Live Comedy Club - The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, No…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$20
26
Sep
Live Music
Jenn Grant – Sep 26
Please note: Alcohol may be served at this event.
20:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$36.75
26
Sep
Live Music
KIRIO by FUSION Productions (Evening Show)
Doors 7PM | Show 8PM | All Ages
20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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26
Sep
Live Music New
LINE DANCE Social – Sep 26
DJ Randy will be rockin the dance floor all night long with high-energy hits. Kick up you…
20:00 · Monte’s Showbar Grill · Downtown
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26
Sep
Arts & Culture
Woodside Tavern Comedy Night! – Sep 26
Comedy Night at The Woodside Tavern is back with a great lineup of hilarious comics! This…
20:00 · The Woodside Tavern · Dartmouth
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26
Sep
Community 🚗 Out of town
Yuks for a Playground: UNITY Comedy Night Fundraiser – Sep 26
A 19+ night of Yuk Yuk’s comedy featuring Chris Halef, Albert Coombes & Scott Belford, su…
20:00 · Uniacke & District Volunteer Fire Department · Out of Town
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26
Sep
Live Music
Bollywood Beats&Bashes – Sep 26
Halifax Party Club presents: - ✨ BOLLYWOOD BEATS & BASHES ✨ Get ready for a night where B…
20:30 · Stillwell Hi-Fi · North End
$11.3 – $21.69
26
Sep
Comedy
City of Laughs Comedy Festival: Competition Night – Sep 26
Preliminary rounds of the first City of Laughs Comedy Festival: 18 to 24 of Atlantic Canada’s funniest stand-up,…
21:00 · Downtown Dartmouth (Portland Street) · Dartmouth
$39.95
26
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Deep Roots 20th Anniversary Dance featuring Bluesmobile
Deep Roots Music Festival celebrates 20 years with an anniversary dance featuring Bluesmobile, marking 15 years of the…
21:00 · Devour Studios · Out of Town
26
Sep
LGBTQ+ 📷 Spotted
HAZE: ILLUSTRATED — Hazel
Hazel, Miss Congeniality of Canada’s Drag Race Season 5, brings her acclaimed Vancouver showcase HAZE: ILLUSTRATED to Halifax…
21:00 · Backlot Lounge & Nightclub · North End
26
Sep
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
The Ordeals at The Buffalo Club
Big Turnip Records presents The Ordeals live at the Buffalo Club in Dartmouth. The band’s long-running residency continues…
21:00 · The Buffalo Club
26
Sep
Live Music
The Six Star Revue – Sep 26
The Six Star Revue brings the crew vibes to Bearly’s for a night of live music that’ll have…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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26
Sep
Live Music
Tyler Mullendore Band
Tyler Mullendore Band is bringing the blues to Bearly's on Sep 26 — expect some serious…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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26
Sep
Live Music
What We Do In The Shadows – The Drag Show – Sep 26
Calling all creatures of the night! Start the spooky season off with fang-tastic What We…
21:00 · Staggers Pub & Grub · Dartmouth
$6.1 – $16.5
26
Sep
Live Music 🚗 Out of town
MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE
Saturday night dance at the Shore Club, Hubbards. Tickets at the door at 9:30 PM.
21:30 · The Shore Club · Out of Town
At the door
26
Sep
Live Music
DISCOTHEQUE – Sep 26
DISCOTHEQUE SEAHORSE TAVERN DOUVET & CENTURYSAMUEL $10 Early Bird Tickets - I'm Coming Ou…
22:00 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$20
Sunday
Sep 27
Trivia · 1 trivia night Sunday
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27
Sep
Sports New 📷 Spotted
Blue Nose Run Club — Bagel Run with Aerobics First
The popular Bagel Run, starting from Aerobics First. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdJeBYPDapE/ (@bnmarathon)
Aerobics First
27
Sep
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
Weekly Writing Group
A weekly Sunday drop-in writing group at Open Book Coffee. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Dcl2N80jhsg/?img_index=1 (@openbookcoffee)
Open Book Coffee · Quinpool
27
Sep
Live Music
Halifax Urban Folk Festival Youth Songwriters’ Circle – Sep 27
HUFF’s now-annual Youth Songwriters’ Circle – in association with Marine Drive Talent Man…
01:30 · The Carleton · Downtown
$20
27
Sep
Workshops & Classes 📷 Spotted
Fall Bath Bomb Workshop
Spend a cozy fall morning at Ataraxy Farm making your own bath bombs with fall-inspired colours and scents.…
10:30 · Ataraxy Farm
$25
27
Sep
Events New
2026 FAMILY ROUND UP – Sep 27
Perfect for all ages, the Family Round Up is a 2-hour package of fun on the Farm. Join us…
11:00 · Hatfield Farm
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27
Sep
Events New
Autumn Forage & Feast – Sep 27
Join Jessika Guavin, expert forager, and Chef Fiona Genevieve, for a fabulous Forage & Fe…
11:00 · Maple Rose Gardens
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27
Sep
Outdoors New
Fall colors at Ski Wentworth – Sep 27
Join us for a beautiful fall day at Ski Wentworth! The day will include a scenic chairlif…
11:00 · Ski/Bike Wentworth
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27
Sep
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Trivia Brunch
Weekly Sunday trivia brunch at the Chain Yard Cider taproom. Food service starts at 11 AM and the…
11:30 · Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom · North End
27
Sep
Live Music
Halifax Tides FC Pre-Game/Post-Game – Sep 27
Looking for a beer garden for your Halifax Tides FC pre-game and post-game beers?
12:00 · Good Robot Beer Garden (Commons) · North End
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27
Sep
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Propeller Arcade Free Play
Every Sunday and Tuesday, $10 at the door gets you all games set to free play at Propeller…
12:00 · Propeller Gottingen/Arcade · North End
$10
27
Sep
Film & Cinema New
Atlantic Canada 48 Hour Film Project – Sept 27
📕Program for the 1tth edition of Atlantic Canada 48 Hour Film Project, the only international filmmaking competition for…
13:00 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
$17.57
27
Sep
Film & Cinema
Best of Filmapalooza & Atlantic Canada – Sep 27
Top 4-7 minutes films from the international Filmapalooza competition and Best Films made…
13:00 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
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27
Sep
Sports
Halifax Tides FC vs. Roses de Montréal FC
Halifax Tides take on Montréal at The Wanderers Grounds this Sunday—bring your crew and…
13:00 · The Wanderers Grounds · South End
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27
Sep
Workshops & Classes 🚗 Out of town
Needle Felting Workshop – Sep 27
Join us for a fun hands-on Needle Felting Workshop and create your own cute wooly art!
13:00 · 271 Indian Point Rd · Out of Town
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27
Sep
Theatre
Writer’s Circle – Sep 27
Join us for our Writers Circle on September 27th 1-4pm in The Bus Stop Theatre Community…
13:00 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
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27
Sep
Trivia & Games
Blood on the Clocktower Teach ‘n Play – Sep 27
Blood on the Clocktower is a bluffing game enjoyed by players on opposing teams of Good a…
14:00 · The Board Room Game Cafe · Downtown
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27
Sep
Live Music New
Folk-Rock artist Mallory Chipman – Tea & Scones Concert – Sep 27
An afternoon of tea, scones, & music with folk-rock artist Mallory Chipman
14:00 · Old Confidence Lodge
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27
Sep
Workshops & Classes
Hook & Hang Halifax – Sep 27
Join Hook & Hang Halifax for a cozy crochet social! Bring your project, meet fellow maker…
14:00 · Halifax Central Library | BMO Community Room · Spring Garden
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27
Sep
Theatre 📷 Spotted
Pareidolia
Pareidolia is a visual and sensory spectacle where shapes come to life and plastic oceans dance like giant…
14:00 · Alderney Landing · Dartmouth
27
Sep
Live Music
Mark Macmillan! – Sep 27
Come help us celebrate Mike Falvey’s 70th Birthday!!!
15:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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27
Sep
Live Music 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Oktoberfest at Horton Ridge — Al King and the Vineyard Knights
Al King and the Vineyard Knights return for a high-energy show in the tent, with German-style food from…
15:00 · Horton Ridge Malt House · Out of Town
27
Sep
Live Music
Live Music: Todd & Ryan – Sep 27
Live Music: Todd & Ryan (Propeller Bedford)
15:30 · Propeller Bedford · Bedford
Free
27
Sep
Community 📷 Spotted
Line Dancing on the Waterfront
Lucky Line Dance brings beginner-friendly line dancing to the Halifax waterfront on Sunday evenings. No partner or prior…
17:00 · Waterfront Gazebo · Downtown
27
Sep
Comedy
City of Laughs Comedy Festival: Festival Finale with Host Mary Walsh – Sep 27
Performers: John Wing, Mary Walsh
19:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$49.95
27
Sep
Live Music
Gord Bamford – As Long As There’s A Bar
Gord Bamford - As Long As There's a Bar Tour Halifax, NS Gord Bamford’s cross-Canada As L…
19:00 · The Marquee · North End
$50
27
Sep
Live Music
Owen Mac Live in Concert – Sep 27
JMG Presents
19:30 · Bella Rose Arts Centre · West End
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27
Sep
Live Music
July Talk – Touch X Tour
Doors 7PM | Show 8PM | 19+
20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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27
Sep
Comedy
LISA BAKER – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia
LISA BAKER - Halifax Live Comedy Club - The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$20
27
Sep
LGBTQ+ 📷 Spotted
The Spotlight Open Stage
Backlot HFX launches The Spotlight, a brand-new open stage welcoming queer artists of all kinds — drag performers,…
20:00 · Backlot Lounge & Nightclub · North End
27
Sep
Arts & Culture New
STARMAKER: Queer Open Mic and Stage – Sep 27
Queer open mic and stage!
20:30 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
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27
Sep
Comedy
The Sunday Sesh – Sep 27
Loose late-Sunday basement mic under the Shoe Shop.
20:30 · Economy Shoe Shop (basement) · Downtown
Free
Monday
Sep 28
Happy hour · 69 spots with happy hours Monday
Browse deals →
28
Sep
Markets & Fairs New 📷 Spotted
UrbanButter Fall Sample Sale
UrbanButter’s fall sample sale returns to their Dartmouth space with a week of discounted samples. Wear easy try-on…
09:00 · 120 Thorne Ave.
28
Sep
Community
52nd Provincial Volunteer Awards – Sep 28
Nova Scotia?s 52nd Annual Provincial Volunteer Awards will bring communities together in…
12:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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28
Sep
Trivia & Games
Bearly: a Trivia – Sep 28
With everyone’s best friend- Kieran!!!
18:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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28
Sep
Family & Kids New
Paint Nite • Sou’Wester in the City • Bedford – Sep 28
All-ages paint night at Sou'Wester in the City, Bedford. Paint Golden Sundown together, s…
18:00 · Sou’Wester in the City · Bedford
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28
Sep
Talks & Ideas 📷 Spotted
Shari Lapena in Halifax — Page Turners: Thrillers
Bestselling thriller writer Shari Lapena visits Halifax to celebrate her new psychological thriller GETTING AWAY WITH MURDER, in…
18:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$15
28
Sep
Workshops & Classes 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Zendala Mandala Wine Glass Workshop
Create your own hand-painted mandala wine glass at Bent Ridge Winery’s new Events Pavilion. No experience needed —…
18:30 · Bent Ridge Winery · Out of Town
$40
28
Sep
Food & Drink
DIY Fall Porch Sign Workshop – Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom – Sep 28
Get crafty this fall and make your own cozy porch sign to welcome the season in style!
19:00 · Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom · North End
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28
Sep
Live Music
General Trivia with Abhishek – Sep 28
General Trivia with Abhishek (Propeller Quinpool)
19:00 · Propeller Quinpool · Quinpool
Free
28
Sep
Live Music
General Trivia with Mitch & Anish – Sep 28
General Trivia with Mitch & Anish (Propeller Gottingen/Arcade)
19:00 · Propeller Gottingen/Arcade · North End
Free
28
Sep
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Sep 28
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
28
Sep
Live Music
Halifax Urban Folk Festival Presents: True Mountain Laurel W/ Peter Dreams
HUFF presents the amazing, just-formed, brand-spanking-new, west coast duo True Mountain…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$35
28
Sep
Talks & Ideas
Page Turners: Thrillers — Linwood Barclay in Halifax
Performers: Linwood Barclay, Shari Lapena, Tom Ryan
19:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$15.00
28
Sep
Film & Cinema New 📷 Spotted
Barbie
Free outdoor screening of Barbie on the Halifax waterfront at Queen’s Marque. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdTkufEjply/?img_index=2 (@mywaterfrontns)
19:45 · Queen’s Marque · Downtown
28
Sep
Film & Cinema 📷 Spotted
Queen’s Marque Movie Nights: Barbie
A free outdoor screening of Barbie to close out the September movie night series. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Dc5_bHhFk4P/?img_index=1 (@parkvideo)
19:45 · Queen’s Marque · Downtown
28
Sep
Comedy
Monday Night LOL – Sep 28
Weekly open mic in a North End dive. Free, hosted by Matt Murphy.
20:00 · Gus’ Pub · North End
Free
28
Sep
Live Music
Open Song Circle with Noah Tye!
Take a turn on the Bearly’s stage!
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Tuesday
Sep 29
Happy hour · 77 spots with happy hours Tuesday
Browse deals →
29
Sep
Sports New 📷 Spotted
Blue Nose Run Club — Point Pleasant Park Run
Group run through Point Pleasant Park. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdJeBYPDapE/ (@bnmarathon)
Point Pleasant Park · South End
29
Sep
Comedy
Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors – Sep 29 – Oct 25
September 29 - October 25, 2026 Fountain Hall Stage - Directed by Jeremy Webb Written by…
Neptune Theatre · Downtown
$35 – $80
29
Sep
Film & Cinema 📷 Spotted
MOSQUITO (1994)
A screening of the 1994 giant-mutant-mosquito creature feature, packed with gloriously gooey practical effects. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DcygTtxADnF/ (@propellerarcade)
Propeller Gottingen/Arcade · North End
29
Sep
Food & Drink New 📷 Spotted
North’toberfest
North Brewing’s Oktoberfest celebration returns for a full week at the Timberlea and Cole Harbour taprooms, with mugs…
North Brewing Timberlea & Cole Harbour Taprooms
29
Sep
Markets & Fairs New 📷 Spotted
UrbanButter Fall Sample Sale
UrbanButter’s fall sample sale returns to their Dartmouth space with a week of discounted samples. Wear easy try-on…
09:00 · 120 Thorne Ave.
29
Sep
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Propeller Arcade Free Play
Every Sunday and Tuesday, $10 at the door gets you all games set to free play at Propeller…
12:00 · Propeller Gottingen/Arcade · North End
$10
29
Sep
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
90s Music Bingo Cruise
A throwback night of 90s music bingo aboard the Harbour Queen, hosted by Abhishek Bhuchar. Hear the song,…
18:00 · Harbour Queen · Downtown
29
Sep
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
29
Sep
Community
G&P September Non Fiction Book Club: Ace – Sep 29
Join us to discuss the book Ace by Angela Chen. New and returning book club members welco…
18:00 · Downtown Halifax, will be announced closer to the event · Downtown
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29
Sep
Workshops & Classes 📷 Spotted
Introduction to Campaigns & Organizing
An introductory session for anyone getting started with a campaign or local community group for the first time.…
18:00 · Veith House Boardroom, 3115 Veith St., Halifax · North End
29
Sep
Outdoors
Train For The Trails Week 4: Get race day ready (Community run) – Sep 29
Train for the Trails with MEC and Eazy Breezey Run Club
18:00 · MEC Halifax · Downtown
Free
29
Sep
Live Music
Halifax Urban Folk Festival Presents: Skye Wallace + Mick Davis + Freya Millikin
HUFF is proud to present one of our patented storytelling songwriters’ circles with Toron…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$35
29
Sep
Workshops & Classes
Maud Lewis Inspired Jelly Bean House Paint Nite, Propeller Brewing Co! – Sep 29
We'll paint Maud Lewis inspired jelly bean houses at Propeller Brewing Co, at 6128 Quinpo…
19:00 · Propeller Quinpool · Quinpool
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29
Sep
Live Music
Paint Night – Sep 29
Paint Night (Propeller Quinpool)
19:00 · Propeller Quinpool · Quinpool
Free
29
Sep
Family & Kids New
Paint Nite • Freeman’s Little New York Sackville • Lower Sackville – Sep 29
Paint & sip in Lower Sackville: create Autumn Tree Reflections at Freeman's Little New Yo…
19:00 · Freeman’s Little New York Sackville
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29
Sep
Workshops & Classes New 📷 Spotted
Paint Nite: Maud Lewis Inspired Jelly Bean Houses
Paint the North! brings a beginner-friendly paint night to Propeller Brewing on Quinpool Road, with a step-by-step guided…
19:00 · Propeller Taproom · North End
29
Sep
Live Music
BEGONIA
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 29 SEAHORSE TAVERN BEGONIA /w support from MOIRA & CLAIRE THE FANTASY L…
19:30 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$10 – $15
29
Sep
Live Music
Dave Fenley Trio – Sep 29
Rarely does a musician sit at the intersection of country and soul with the ease and auth…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$18.5 – $49.5
29
Sep
Theatre
Metamorphoses – Sep 29
Catch the world premiere of Metamorphoses, starring Walter Borden, at the Bus Stop Theatr…
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
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29
Sep
Live Music
BEGONIA: THE FANTASY LIFE TOUR w/ support from MORIA & CLAIRE – Sep 29
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 29 SEAHORSE TAVERN BEGONIA /w support from MOIRA & CLAIRE THE FANTASY L…
20:00 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$27.11
29
Sep
Comedy
Pint Sized Comedy – Sep 29
Dartmouth's walk-up open mic. Arrive 30 min early for the list.
20:00 · Celtic Corner Public House · Dartmouth
Free
29
Sep
Live Music
John Campbelljohn !! – Sep 29
John Campbell’s bringing the blues to Bearly’s on Sept 29th — grab your crew and settle in for…
20:30 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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29
Sep
Comedy
Oasis Comedy Tuesday – Sep 29
The scene's clubhouse mic. Free, hosted by Dave Sears.
21:00 · Oasis Pub · Downtown
Free
Wednesday
Sep 30
Happy hour · 81 spots with happy hours Wednesday
Browse deals →
30
Sep
Community New 📷 Spotted
Silent Book Club by Twinned Tales
Twinned Tales hosts a monthly Silent Book Club at Slow Mornings on the last Wednesday of every month.…
Slow Mornings
30
Sep
Film & Cinema 📷 Spotted
TICKS (1995)
A screening of the 1995 cult horror “Ticks,” a blood-sucking, guts-munching giant bug romp. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DcygTtxADnF/ (@propellerarcade)
Propeller Gottingen/Arcade · North End
30
Sep
Markets & Fairs New 📷 Spotted
UrbanButter Fall Sample Sale
UrbanButter’s fall sample sale returns to their Dartmouth space with a week of discounted samples. Wear easy try-on…
09:00 · 120 Thorne Ave.
30
Sep
Community New 📷 Spotted
RRANS HUB: Open Office
Drop in to the RRANS office during weekly open hours — no registration needed. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdTjgnFDnHd/?img_index=3 (@hfx.trans.events)
14:00 · 5940 South St. (RRANS)
30
Sep
Trivia & Games
LGBT+ MTG Casual Commander Night – Sep 30
Join us for some Queer Casual Commander! Be Gay. Play Cards!
18:00 · The Board Room Game Cafe · Downtown
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30
Sep
Workshops & Classes
Pigeon Poetry | Show, Open Mic & Writing Workshop – Sep 30
Join us for an evening of sweet, juicy poetry at Pigeon Poetry - where words flow like so…
18:30 · Bird’s Nest Cafe + Catering
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30
Sep
Live Music
Halifax Urban Folk Festival Presents: Lloyd Spiegel
HUFF is excited to welcome Australian legend Lloyd Spiegel back to Halifax (he last playe…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$35
30
Sep
Trivia & Games
Music Trivia – Sep 30
Music Trivia (Propeller Bedford)
19:00 · Propeller Bedford · Bedford
Free
30
Sep
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
September Book Club: Dandelion Wine by Ray Bradbury
Steeple Green’s monthly book club discusses Ray Bradbury’s Dandelion Wine, his semi-autobiographical novel of a magical small-town summer…
19:00 · Steeple Green Books
30
Sep
Live Music
Seven Drunken Nights: The Story Of The Dubliners Direct from the UK! – Sep 30
Direct from Dublin and London’s West End! Proudly celebrating its incredible 10th Anniver…
19:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$58.5 – $67.5
30
Sep
Theatre
Metamorphoses – Sep 30
Catch the world premiere of Metamorphoses, starring Walter Borden, at the Bus Stop Theatr…
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
Check website
30
Sep
Live Music
Music Bingo hosted by Devin (@shaelfox) – Sep 30
Music Bingo hosted by Devin (@shaelfox) (Propeller Gottingen/Arcade)
19:30 · Propeller Gottingen/Arcade · North End
Free
30
Sep
Comedy
Catherine Robertson’s Comedy Hour! – Sep 30
Catherine Robertson brings her comedy hour to Bearly’s on Sept 30th – perfect excuse to skip the rainy…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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30
Sep
Comedy
Off Track Comedy – Sep 30
The Bedford open mic. DM Harry Baker III — books a month out.
20:00 · Trackside Social · Bedford
Free
30
Sep
Arts & Culture
Reefer Madness: A Comedy Hypnosis High – Sep 30
Audience volunteers hypnotized on stage to experience a 'Hypno Joint' high better than an…
20:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
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30
Sep
Live Music
Karaoke with Mimi!
Mimi's hosting karaoke at Bearly's on Sept 30—bring your pipes and prepare for some…
22:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Thursday
Oct 1
Trivia · 1 trivia night Thursday
See the weekly list →
1
Oct
Outdoors 🚗 Out of town
12th annual Hiking Summit
The 12th annual Hiking Summit brings together trail lovers to swap routes, gear tips…
Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa · Out of Town
1
Oct
Theatre New 🚗 Out of town
The Shadow of Sherbrooke Village Ghost Tours
Two-hour walking tours in period cloaks with lanterns, produced with Dead Reckoning Theatre Company and built around Helen…
Sherbrooke Village · Out of Town
$35
1
Oct
Social & Networking New 📷 Spotted
Coffee, Community & Co-Work
A relaxed drop-in co-working day at Volta with free-flowing coffee, great harbour views, and good company. No agenda,…
09:00 · Volta · Downtown
1
Oct
Markets & Fairs New 📷 Spotted
UrbanButter Fall Sample Sale
UrbanButter’s fall sample sale returns to their Dartmouth space with a week of discounted samples. Wear easy try-on…
09:00 · 120 Thorne Ave.
1
Oct
Live Music
Morgan Davis Happy Hour – Oct 01
Morgan Davis is bringing good vibes to happy hour on October 1st—catch this local talent…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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1
Oct
Wellness
Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds – Oct 01
Protecting Ourselves Against Dementia, Heart Disease, and Cancer
17:30 · The Westin Nova Scotian · South End
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1
Oct
Film & Cinema
LASFF: History & Geography – Oct 01
Thursday, October 1, 6:00 PM Bernardo Quesney | Chile | 2023 | 90m Spanish with English s…
18:00 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
Free
1
Oct
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
A Night With Prismatic
Prismatic Arts Festival and the Dalhousie Art Gallery co-present an evening of spoken word from francesca ekwuyasi and…
18:30 · Dalhousie Art Gallery · South End
1
Oct
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Oct 01
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
1
Oct
Trivia & Games New
Buzzer Trivia in Dartmouth – Oct 01
Join us at St Louis for Buzzer Trivia, where quick wits and buzzers make the night a blas…
19:00 · St. Louis Bar & Grill
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1
Oct
Live Music
Homecoming Music Bingo – Oct 01
Join us for Music Bingo at Homecoming! No music expertise required—just bring your ears,…
19:00 · Gorsebrook Lounge · South End
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1
Oct
Live Music
MRG Live Presents: Josh Thomas: Jiggle, Jiggle
INFO
19:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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1
Oct
Community 📷 Spotted
White Party
An elegant evening of champagne, music, and a little mystery. Guests are asked to dress in white; further…
19:00 · TBA
1
Oct
Social & Networking 📷 Spotted
White Party — Singles Mixer
A singles mixer for ages 27–42 with an all-white dress code, a free welcome glass of champagne, music…
19:00 · The Duke’s Public House · North End
1
Oct
Theatre
Metamorphoses – Oct 01
Catch the world premiere of Metamorphoses, starring Walter Borden, at the Bus Stop Theatr…
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
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1
Oct
Live Music
PASTEL BLANK, GARDENER, COLRAIN – Oct 01
THURSDAY OCT 1 SEAHORSE TAVERN PASTEL BLANK W/ SUPPORT FROM GARDENER & COLRAIN $15 ADVANC…
19:30 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$15
1
Oct
Live Music
Halifax Urban Folk Festival Presents: Ria Mae & The Halifax All Stars W/ Billy Raffoul + Chris Murphy + Mallory Chipman
HUFF is delighted to welcome hometown hero Ria Mae & her own Halifax All Stars – featurin…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$72.50
1
Oct
Live Music
Sam Salmon & The Grand Manan Bandits (Fredericton/Hanwell Rd.) – Oct 01
Tickets Here!!
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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1
Oct
Community
The Family Business Cocktail Party – Oct 01
Halifax's newest themed event. An elegant night of Luxury, Cocktails, and Sophistication.…
20:00 · Pacifico · Downtown
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1
Oct
Film & Cinema
LASFF: The Broken Glass Theory – Oct 01
Thursday, October 1, 8:15 PM Diego Fernández | Uruguay | 2021 | 80m Spanish with English…
20:15 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
Free
1
Oct
Live Music
Sam Salmon! (Fredericton/Hanwell Rd.)
Sam Salmon from Fredericton is bringing the tunes to Bearly's House of Blues and…
20:30 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Friday
Oct 2
Happy hour · 77 spots with happy hours Friday
Browse deals →
2
Oct
Workshops & Classes 📷 Spotted
Fall Sip and Sculpt — Sculpture
A fall series of sip-and-sculpt ceramics workshops in Halifax, with each evening exploring a different theme — vases,…
Almona, 5659 Almon St. · North End
2
Oct
Markets & Fairs New 🚗 Out of town
Mahone Bay Farmers’ Market
Fridays 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. opposite the Anglican church on the waterfront. The market’s own domain is…
08:30 · Mahone Bay Waterfront (Edgewater Street) · Out of Town
Free
2
Oct
Comedy
Adult Curling Camp – Halifax Curling Club – Oct 02-4
I high-performance weekend training experience for adult curlers who are serious about im…
09:00 · Halifax Curling Club · North End
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2
Oct
Food & Drink
Golden Grad Luncheon Celebrating the class of 1976 at Homecoming – Oct 02
Celebration for the Class of 1976 at the Homecoming Golden Grad Luncheon, hosted by Presi…
11:30 · Loyola Conference Hall · South End
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2
Oct
Live Music
Big Easy Fridays with Mike Cowie & John Alphonse – Oct 02
Mike Cowie and John Alphonse are bringing the New Orleans vibes to Big Easy Fridays—expect smooth grooves and…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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2
Oct
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
Fall Vintage Show
Halifax’s biggest vintage and antiques show returns to the Lighthouse Arts Centre with 45+ vintage and antique sellers…
17:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
$5
2
Oct
Live Music
MAXFERNO HARD DANCE – Oct 02-3
Listed on Resident Advisor.
17:00 · Radstorm · North End
$15
2
Oct
Sports
Homecoming Football Kick-Off Party – Oct 02
Join us with your family before the Huskies Homecoming football game for games, music, an…
17:30 · Student Centre
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2
Oct
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Jam Night at Lawrencetown Beach
An evening of live music, food, and community on the Lawrencetown Beach boardwalk, by the new bathrooms. Musicians…
18:00 · Lawrencetown Beach
2
Oct
Film & Cinema
LASFF: Violeta At Last – Oct 02
Friday, October 2, 6:00 PM Hilda Hidalgo | Costa Rica | 2017 | 87m Spanish with English s…
18:00 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
Free
2
Oct
Live Music New
RELAY 1.0 – Oct 02
RELAY 1.0 | continuity of generations. Older seasoned DJs are paired with younger Next Ge…
18:00 · The Decks · Downtown
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2
Oct
Community
A Night of Dreams Monte Carlo Night Gala presented by Dreams Take Flight – Oct 02
An unforgettable evening filled with entertainment! Dress your best and join us for Cockt…
19:00 · Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel · Downtown
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2
Oct
Outdoors New
Haunted Halifax – Ghost Tour – Oct 02
Join us on a spooky journey through the haunted streets of Downtown Halifax, where ghostl…
19:00 · 5500 Sackville St
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2
Oct
Comedy
Laura Ramoso: The Calm Down Tour
Laura Ramoso's bringing her Calm Down Tour to Casino Nova Scotia and honestly, you need…
19:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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2
Oct
Community New
Navratri – Dandiya/Garba Nights 2026 – Oct 02-4
Please come and join us to celebrate Navratri. Please bring your family and friends and L…
19:00 · Zatzman Sportsplex · Dartmouth
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2
Oct
Family & Kids New
Paint Nite • Freeman’s Little New York – Fairview • Halifax – Oct 02
Halifax paint night at Freeman's Little New York - Fairview. Paint Vibrant Autumn Pumpkin…
19:00 · Freeman’s Little New York (Fairview) · West End
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2
Oct
Live Music
Return on Goodwill LIVE — The Official Book Launch Tour with Sam Demma
Performers: Sam Demma
19:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$26.23
2
Oct
Theatre
Metamorphoses – Oct 02
Catch the world premiere of Metamorphoses, starring Walter Borden, at the Bus Stop Theatr…
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
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2
Oct
Live Music 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Weekends at the Opera House — Aquakultre
Lunenburg Folk Harbour Society presents a fall concert series at the Lunenburg Opera House, with six shows on…
19:30 · Lunenburg Opera House · Out of Town
2
Oct
Live Music
4 Way Stop Live at Stage1 – Oct 02
4 Way Stop takes you back with classics from The Beatles, Elton John, and more. A night o…
20:00 · Mill Cove Brew Pub · Bedford
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2
Oct
Comedy
DREW BEHM – Oct 02
DREW BEHM live at Halifax Live Comedy Club in downtown Halifax.
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$25
2
Oct
Live Music
Halifax Urban Folk Festival Presents: Chris Murphy & The Halifax All Stars W/ Billy Raffoul + Ria Mae + Noah Malcolm
HUFF is happy to finally be able (we’ve been trying for years) to announce Sloan’s Chris…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$72.50
2
Oct
Comedy
Michael Harrison
Michael Harrison's bringing the laughs to Yuk Yuk's Downtown on Oct 2nd—grab a drink and…
20:00 · Yuk Yuk’s Halifax · Downtown
$25
2
Oct
Live Music
STUNT ROCK – Oct 02
Party with STUNT ROCK, where you'll be dancing to all your favourite tunes, sipping on dr…
20:00 · Monte’s Showbar Grill · Downtown
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2
Oct
Film & Cinema
LASFF: A Night with the Rolling Stones – Oct 02
Friday, October 2, 8:15 PM Patricia Ramos | Cuba | 2024 | 95m Spanish with English subtit…
20:15 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
Free
2
Oct
Festivals New
Coyote + Marian + Sisters + Sorrey – Oct 02
View full event details at 2037 Gottingen
21:00 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$22.8
2
Oct
Arts & Culture
Halifax Turkish Party Night / Kostümlü Türkçe Party – Oct 02-3
Kanada Geyikleri sunar! Yine şahane bir Türk Gecesi Bizi Bekliyor! Hem de kostümlü!
21:00 · The Auction House · Downtown
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2
Oct
Live Music
Hellacuast / Turbo / Painsaw / Brain Grenade – Oct 02
A special night of Blasting, Shredding Metal in Halifax featuring Turbo, Hellacuast, Pain…
21:00 · UNKNWN Lounge · Downtown
$15
2
Oct
Live Music
SWIFT KICK – Oct 02
Swift Kick is Canada’s most entertaining Taylor Swift Tribute band. They have a reputatio…
21:00 · The Marquee · North End
$25
2
Oct
Live Music
Flashback Friday Pub Night (free) – Oct 02-3
Keep the Homecoming celebration going after the game at the Gorsebrook with live music!
21:30 · Gorsebrook Lounge · South End
Free
2
Oct
Live Music
Petunia & The Vipers – Oct 02
TICKETS HERE!!!
21:30 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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2
Oct
Live Music 🚗 Out of town
Shanneyganock Dave Gunning
Live at the Shore Club, Hubbards. Doors at 9:30 PM.
21:30 · The Shore Club · Out of Town
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2
Oct
Live Music 🚗 Out of town
Shanneyganock – Live at the Shore Club – Friday October 2 – $40 – Oct 02-3
Buds tell your b'ys, Shanneyganock is back to knock you socks off! This time with Dave Gu…
21:30 · The Shore Club · Out of Town
$40
2
Oct
Nightlife
HEAVY BASS PJ PARTY 2.0 – Oct 02-3
All bass, no bedtime. Dark & heavy bass sets on the best soundsystem in the city, PK soun…
22:00 · Rumours Lounge & Cabaret · Downtown
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Saturday
Oct 3
3
Oct
Food & Drink New 📷 Spotted
4th Annual Nova Scotia Pie Contest & Sale
Nova Scotia’s annual pie competition and sale returns for a fourth year, with amateur bakers competing for cash…
Venue TBA
3
Oct
Markets & Fairs New 🚗 Out of town
Annapolis Royal Farmers & Traders Market
Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., May to October, at 178 St. George Street. Wednesday 10 a.m. to…
09:00 · Annapolis Royal Farmers & Traders Market · Out of Town
Free
3
Oct
Family & Kids New 📷 Spotted
Discovery Centre Fall Fair
A two-day family fall fair at the Discovery Centre featuring inflatable bouncy houses and obstacle courses, LED mini…
09:00 · Discovery Centre · Downtown
3
Oct
Workshops & Classes New 🚗 Out of town
Green Roofs 101 – Oct 03
Learn how to build and maintain a green roof at this hands-on workshop in Lower Ship Harbour—perfect if…
09:00 · The Deanery Project · Out of Town
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3
Oct
Workshops & Classes
Lee Valley Tools Halifax Store – Turn a Wooden Wand Workshop – Oct 03-4
Our Customer Advisor will guide you through the fundamentals of woodturning and creating…
09:30 · Lee Valley Tools Halifax · West End
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3
Oct
Workshops & Classes
Watercolour Breakfast – guided watercolour painting class – Oct 03
Fully guided watercolour painting workshop in a relaxed atmosphere of a cafe
09:30 · East cup cafe
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3
Oct
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
Fall Vintage Show
Halifax’s biggest vintage and antiques show returns to the Lighthouse Arts Centre with 45+ vintage and antique sellers…
10:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
$5
3
Oct
Markets & Fairs 📷 Spotted
Familiar Treasures Pop Up Market
The Pop Up Market presents Familiar Treasures, a one-day market at Bedford’s Lebrun Recreation Centre featuring vintage, thrift,…
10:00 · Lebrun Recreation Centre · Bedford
3
Oct
Family & Kids New 📷 Spotted
Martock Fall Fest — Kids Weekend
Kids Weekend kicks off with the Riglet Park, pumpkin painting, a youth running race, the SBNS Auction, Cleve’s…
10:00 · Martock
3
Oct
Outdoors 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Public Planting Event — Mahone Bay Living Shoreline
Join a community planting day at the Mahone Bay Living Shoreline, where volunteers will plant native grasses, shrubs,…
10:00 · The Mahone Bay Living Shoreline (across from 53 Edgewater Street) · Out of Town
3
Oct
Comedy New
2SLGBTQIA+ Improv for Anxiety – Oct 03
Too anxious to try improv? this group is for you!
10:30 · Woodlawn Public Library
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3
Oct
Food & Drink
Homecoming Brunch – Oct 03
Everyone is welcome to join us for a special Homecoming brunch. We will be celebrating cl…
11:30 · Gorsebrook Lounge · South End
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3
Oct
Food & Drink New
Saturday Drag Brunch – Oct 03
Come see some stellar performances!
11:30 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
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3
Oct
Live Music
Halifax Tides FC Pre-Game/Post-Game – Oct 03
Looking for a beer garden for your Halifax Tides FC pre-game and post-game beers?
12:00 · Good Robot Beer Garden (Commons) · North End
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3
Oct
Workshops & Classes New
Henry’s Halifax: Introduction to Photography – Oct 03
Ready to transform your photography skills from ordinary to extraordinary?
12:00 · Henry’s Camera
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3
Oct
Community
Reserved for Two – Oct 03
A thoughtfully matched 1:1 Blind Date (Curated based on your dating preferences)
12:00 · Halifax, Bedford, Dartmouth · Dartmouth
$99
3
Oct
Workshops & Classes
Watercolour Brunch – watercolour paint workshop – Oct 03
Fully guided watercolour workshop in a relaxed atmosphere of a cafe
12:00 · Sugar Marmalade (Halifax) 糖记甜品
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3
Oct
Workshops & Classes 📷 Spotted
Cloth Napkins Block Printing Workshop w/ Kelly
Create a set of block-printed cloth napkins to keep or give as a handmade gift, just in time…
12:30 · Stitch and Knit
3
Oct
Wellness New
Echoes of Om ~ A Seaside Autumn Retreat – Oct 03
A sacred pause to slow down, breathe deeply, soften gently, and reconnect with yourself.
13:00 · Seaforth Community Hall
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3
Oct
Food & Drink New
South Shore Oktoberfest Beer Garden – Oct 03
Join the South Shore Oktoberfest Beer Garden for a fun-filled day of brews, bites, and go…
13:00 · 68 Bluenose Dr
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3
Oct
Food & Drink
Wine Fair Halifax 2026
Wine Fair Halifax returns Oct 3 with 200+ wines, expert tastings, and luxe experiences—wh…
13:00 · Halifax Convention Centre · Downtown
3
Oct
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
Coffee Notes Day Party
Coffee Notes takes over Bar Sofia’s outdoor patio for an afternoon day party with DJs and live percussion,…
14:00 · Bar Sofia
$10
3
Oct
Community
Country Cares Season 4 – Oct 03-4
Country Cares Season 4 is back, bringing the top Country performers from Nova Scotia! In…
14:00 · Clayton Park Bar & Grill · West End
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3
Oct
Food & Drink New
Day Party by Coffee Notes – Oct 03
Halifax, we’re taking over Bar Sofia’s outdoor patio!
14:00 · Bar Sofia
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3
Oct
Film & Cinema New
LASFF: La Raya – Oct 03
Saturday, October 3, 2:00 PM Yolanda Cruz | Mexico | 2024 | 85m Spanish with English subt…
14:00 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
Free
3
Oct
Workshops & Classes New 📷 Spotted
Paint & Sip – Sleepy Fox
Guided afternoon Paint & Sip creating a cozy sleepy fox canvas. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdRhZ5eDMur/ (@coastalpigments)
14:00 · Red Fox Cider Company
3
Oct
Live Music New
Pianist Sarah Hagen – Goldberg Variations – Oct 03
An afternoon of tea, scones, & J.S. Bach's Goldberg Variations
14:00 · Old Confidence Lodge
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3
Oct
Sports
Halifax Tides FC vs. Calgary Wild FC
Halifax Tides take on Calgary at The Wanderers Grounds—bring your crew for some rowdy…
15:00 · The Wanderers Grounds · South End
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3
Oct
Talks & Ideas New 📷 Spotted
Let’s Talk: Halifax
A relaxed, judgement-free afternoon of conversation about the issues that matter to our community. Drop by discussion tables…
15:00 · BMO Room, Halifax Central Library
3
Oct
Film & Cinema New 📷 Spotted
Mean Girls Day
Stardust celebrates Mean Girls Day with a screening of the film at 3:30 PM, a featured cocktail called…
15:30 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
3
Oct
Comedy
Joe Murphy – Oct 03
I'd love to help, but I need a bit more info to write a great blurb. What's the venue…
16:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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3
Oct
Food & Drink 📷 Spotted
Fall Foragers Dinner
A one-night-only, four-course foraged dinner at The August House in Windsor, Nova Scotia, with chef and forager Stephane…
17:00 · The August House
$109.65
3
Oct
Film & Cinema
LASFF: Kinra – Oct 03
Saturday, October 3, 5:30 PM Marco Panatonic | Peru | 2023 | 157m Quechua and Spanish wit…
17:30 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
Free
3
Oct
Food & Drink 📷 Spotted
Elegant Fundraising Dinner Experience
A four-course fundraising dinner with two wine pairings prepared by Taste of Nova Scotia Prestige Award winner Chef…
18:00 · Herring Cove Community Centre · West End
$170
3
Oct
Community New
Roller Disco on The Commons! – Oct 03
Join us for the 1st Annual Roller Disco on The Commons at the Emera Oval!
18:00 · Emera Oval · North End
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3
Oct
Community New 📷 Spotted
Fall Fair After Dark
Discovery Centre transforms into an after-hours carnival for adults only, with carnival games, a bouncy house obstacle course,…
19:00 · Discovery Centre · Downtown
$20
3
Oct
Outdoors New
Haunted Halifax – Ghost Tour – Oct 03
Join us on a spooky journey through the haunted streets of Downtown Halifax, where ghostl…
19:00 · 5500 Sackville St
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3
Oct
Comedy
Laura Ramoso: The Calm Down Tour
Laura Ramoso's bringing her sharp comedy to Casino Nova Scotia – perfect excuse to skip…
19:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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3
Oct
Arts & Culture 🚗 Out of town
Lisa Richard & Warren Robert – Oct 03
An unforgettable evening of music and storytelling with acclaimed vocal powerhouse Lisa R…
19:00 · Neri Arts Center · Out of Town
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3
Oct
Film & Cinema New
Mean Girls Day – Oct 03
It's October 3rd
19:00 · Old Confidence Lodge
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3
Oct
LGBTQ+ 📷 Spotted
Queer Latin Dance
Halifax Merengay presents another night of Queer Latin Dance at Backlot HFX, with a beginner-friendly dance class at…
19:00 · Backlot Lounge & Nightclub · North End
$10
3
Oct
Food & Drink
Wine Fair Halifax 2026
Wine Fair Halifax returns Oct 3 with 200+ wines, expert tastings, and luxe experiences—where wine, lifestyle, and luxury…
19:00 · Halifax Convention Centre · Downtown
3
Oct
Comedy
A Little Bit Much
Performers: Chela Davison
19:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$35.00
3
Oct
Live Music
Flying On Your Own: A Tribute To Rita MacNeil
7:30 pm • Saturday, October 3, 2026 Rebecca Cohn 2:00 pm • Sunday, October 4, 2026 Rebecc…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $104
3
Oct
Theatre
Metamorphoses – Oct 03
Catch the world premiere of Metamorphoses, starring Walter Borden, at the Bus Stop Theatr…
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
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3
Oct
Arts & Culture
Pianists Louis Lortie & Illia Ovcharenko – Oct 03
Musician-in-Residence Illia Ovcharenko begins his three-concert residency with us alongsi…
19:30 · St. Andrew’s United Church · South End
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3
Oct
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
City of Lakes Soul Club
DJ night of northern soul, R&B, Motown and 60s classics — all vinyl — at the Woodside Tavern…
20:00 · The Woodside Tavern · Dartmouth
3
Oct
Comedy
DREW BEHM – Oct 03
DREW BEHM live at Halifax Live Comedy Club in downtown Halifax.
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$25
3
Oct
Arts & Culture
ENFIELD, Yuk Yuks is back !! – Oct 03
ENFIELD, kick off your fall with a night of laughter with Yuk Yuks at The Enfield Legion…
20:00 · Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133
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3
Oct
Live Music
Halifax Urban Folk Festival Presents: Billy Raffoul & The Halifax All Stars W/ Chris Murphy + Ria Mae + Mat Hughes
HUFF is absolutely giddy about bringing Leamington (that’s right, Leamington) Ontario’s B…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$72.50
3
Oct
Live Music
Howling – Oct 03
A lineup of comedians ready to slay with killer wit that will leave you howling
20:00 · Rumours Lounge & Cabaret · Downtown
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3
Oct
Live Music
Long Call and S. Ayton – Oct 03
pop rock lush rock magic rock with long call and s. ayton
20:00 · Steeple Green Books
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3
Oct
Live Music New
Party with MONKEYS UNCLE – Oct 03
Monkeys Uncle make their return to Monte's Showbar Grill. Come on out and dance to all yo…
20:00 · Monte’s Showbar Grill · Downtown
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3
Oct
Live Music
Backhouse Brass – Oct 03
Backhouse Brass brings the funk and horns to Bearly’s on Saturday night — perfect crew hangout vibes with…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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3
Oct
Festivals New
Elyse Aeryn + Connor Fox + Casual Cries for Help + Bethany – Oct 03
View full event details at 2037 Gottingen
21:00 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$22.8
3
Oct
Live Music
The Culls – Oct 03
The Culls are bringing their raw energy to Bearly's—perfect night to catch some gritty…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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3
Oct
Live Music New
THE MILLION EXPERIENCE W/ Arenye + BASYL + Bode Peters + F$RGO + KAYO + Yung St4k – Oct 03
The Million Experience is a celebration of urban and global music, showcasing the sounds,…
21:00 · The Marquee · North End
$22.8
3
Oct
Live Music 🚗 Out of town
BUCKINGHAM DRIVE
Saturday night dance at the Shore Club, Hubbards. Tickets at the door at 9:30 PM.
21:30 · The Shore Club · Out of Town
At the door
3
Oct
Nightlife
HARDWEAR
HARDWEAR is a kink coded, dance driven night of harnesses, leather, hoods and sportswear,…
22:00 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
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Sunday
Oct 4
4
Oct
Sports New 📷 Spotted
Blue Nose Run Club — BLT Run from the 5K Cafe
Run the BLT Trail starting from the 5K Cafe. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdJeBYPDapE/ (@bnmarathon)
5K Cafe
4
Oct
Family & Kids New 📷 Spotted
Discovery Centre Fall Fair
A two-day family fall fair at the Discovery Centre featuring inflatable bouncy houses and obstacle courses, LED mini…
09:00 · Discovery Centre · Downtown
4
Oct
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
Fall Vintage Show
Halifax’s biggest vintage and antiques show returns to the Lighthouse Arts Centre with 45+ vintage and antique sellers…
10:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
$5
4
Oct
Sports
Homecoming Huskies Family Skate – Oct 04
Join us for a skate at the Dauphinee Centre as we wrap up Homecoming 2026!
10:00 · Dauphinee Centre · South End
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4
Oct
Family & Kids New 📷 Spotted
Martock Fall Fest — Kids Weekend
Kids Weekend continues with Riglet Park, pumpkin painting, Chair Running, BBQ and the bar at Martock. Via Instagram:…
10:00 · Martock
4
Oct
Markets & Fairs 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Nova Scotia Pottery Market
A one-day market featuring 25+ potters and ceramic artists from across Atlantic Canada, held in partnership with the…
10:00 · Mahone Bay Centre · Out of Town
4
Oct
Outdoors 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Public Planting Event — Mahone Bay Living Shoreline — Rain Date
Join a community planting day at the Mahone Bay Living Shoreline, where volunteers will plant native grasses, shrubs,…
10:00 · The Mahone Bay Living Shoreline (across from 53 Edgewater Street) · Out of Town
4
Oct
Wellness 📷 Spotted
Holistic Harmony Wellness Show: The Fall Pop-up Show
A full day of wellness at the LeBrun Centre in Bedford, featuring local wellness businesses, intuitive services, natural…
11:00 · LeBrun Centre · Bedford
$5
4
Oct
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Trivia Brunch
Weekly Sunday trivia brunch at the Chain Yard Cider taproom. Food service starts at 11 AM and the…
11:30 · Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom · North End
4
Oct
Trivia & Games New
Buzzer Trivia – Oct 04
Join us for buzzer trivia lunch at The Old Triangle, where quick wits and buzzers make Su…
12:00 · The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse
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4
Oct
Food & Drink New 📷 Spotted
Oktoberfest at Stillwell Beergarden
Stillwell Beergarden throws its annual Oktoberfest, pouring German-style beers from Stillwell, 5e Baron, Mellon, True History, Tatamagouche, Tanner…
12:00 · Stillwell Beergarden
$5
4
Oct
Community
Revving Up For Family SOS – Oct 04
Join us October 4 at Steele Wheels for a fun family afternoon that drives real impact and…
12:00 · Steele Wheels Motor Museum · West End
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4
Oct
Workshops & Classes New 📷 Spotted
Carve Your Own Wooden Spoon
A hands-on afternoon workshop where you carve and finish your own wooden spoon. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdJgxZYDvpM/?img_index=1 (@the_woodswoman)
13:00 · Lucy’s Hydrostone Café
4
Oct
Live Music New 🚗 Out of town
Open House Music Jam – Oct 04
Open House Tunes and Jam Session.
13:00 · The Deanery Project · Out of Town
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4
Oct
Live Music
Flying On Your Own: A Tribute to Rita MacNeil – Oct 04
Symphony NS Presents: Flying On Your Own: A Tribute to Rita MacNeil
14:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $104
4
Oct
Film & Cinema
LASFF: Rioja: The Land of a Thousand Wines – Oct 04
Sunday, October 4, 2:00 PM José Luis López-Linares | Spain | 2023 | 101m Spanish with Eng…
14:00 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
Free
4
Oct
Theatre New
Metamorphoses – Oct 04
Catch the world premiere of Metamorphoses, starring Walter Borden, at the Bus Stop Theatr…
14:00 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
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4
Oct
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
Felt a Design on a Dryer Ball
The Trainyard is hosting a series of hands-on fall craft workshops, including pinback button making, beginner block printing…
15:00 · The Trainyard · Dartmouth
$20
4
Oct
Live Music
Sweet Bean – Oct 04
Sweet Bean brings their sound to Bearly’s this Sunday afternoon—perfect for a laid-back crew gathering with live music…
15:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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4
Oct
Live Music 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Weekends at the Opera House — David Francey
Lunenburg Folk Harbour Society presents a fall concert series at the Lunenburg Opera House, with six shows on…
15:00 · Lunenburg Opera House · Out of Town
4
Oct
Film & Cinema
LASFF: Give It Your All – Oct 04
Sunday, October 4, 5:30 PM Daniela Uriza | Mexico | 2026 | 105m Spanish with English subt…
17:30 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
Free
4
Oct
Comedy
Comedy Night in Windsor – Oct 04
CAD $20.00
19:00 · Yuk Yuk’s Halifax · Downtown
$20
4
Oct
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Charlie’s Pop Quiz
Theme: Toys — a whole night for our inner children. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdCr9__gM_Z/ (@stilldrunkenest)
20:00 · Charlie’s Club · North End
Monday
Oct 5
5
Oct
Theatre
Resourcing, Getting Unstuck & Navigating Conflict in Challenging Times – Oct 05-7
Learn to navigate conflict with grace. Join expert facilitators for practical skills to h…
09:30 · Neptune Theatre · Downtown
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5
Oct
Community New
Newcomer Nights – Oct 05
Are you new to Canada, Nova Scotia or Halifax? Come meet other newcomers, share stories a…
17:00 · Apex Language and Career College
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5
Oct
Trivia & Games
Bearly: a Trivia – Oct 05
With everyone’s best friend- Kieran!!!
18:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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5
Oct
Talks & Ideas New
BOOK TALK | Aging Playfully by Maxwell Hartt – Oct 05
Aging Playfully: Reimagining the Possibilities of Age-Friendly Community Planning.
18:00 · Design Building
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5
Oct
Community New
Community Mending & Crafting Session – Oct 05
Bring your torn jeans, half-finished knitwear, broken treasures, or any craft project you…
18:00 · J. Albert Walker Funeral Home (2005) Limited
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5
Oct
Community
Death: An Artistic Salon – Oct 05
Join us for an interactive discussion and presentation of art about death with guest spea…
18:00 · Trident Booksellers & Cafe · Downtown
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5
Oct
Food & Drink
Celebrating 10 years of Peace by Chocolate – Oct 05
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Peace by Chocolate and the launch of the new, expanded…
18:30 · Halifax Central Library · Spring Garden
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5
Oct
Arts & Culture New 📷 Spotted
Halifax Gals & Pals Artistic Salon: Death
Halifax Gals & Pals hosts its first artistic salon on the theme of death, featuring a talk on…
18:30 · Trident Booksellers & Cafe · Downtown
5
Oct
Live Music
David Francey – Monday
We are very happy to welcome back Canadian songwriting treasure David Francey to The Carl…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$70
5
Oct
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Oct 05
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
5
Oct
Wellness
Moving Towards What Matters (In-Person Program) – Oct 05
Join Shannon Bedford, RPsych, to explore a more compassionate relationship with your thou…
19:00 · Eating Disorders Nova Scotia · North End
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5
Oct
Workshops & Classes
Paint & Sip at Chain Yard Urban Cider & Taproom – Oct 05
Unleash your inner artist while sipping on some tasty cider and having a blast with frien…
19:00 · Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom · North End
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5
Oct
Workshops & Classes New 📷 Spotted
Paint & Sip – Sleepy Fox
Evening guided Paint & Sip creating a cozy sleepy fox canvas over cider. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdRhZ5eDMur/ (@coastalpigments)
19:00 · Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom · North End
5
Oct
Live Music
Open Song Circle with Noah Tye!
Take a turn on the Bearly’s stage!
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Tuesday
Oct 6
6
Oct
Sports New 📷 Spotted
Blue Nose Run Club — Grahams Grove Run
Group run from Grahams Grove in Dartmouth. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdJeBYPDapE/ (@bnmarathon)
Grahams Grove
6
Oct
Trivia & Games New
Cozy Gull Trivia Night – Oct 06
Put your knowledge to the test at The Cozy Gull Cafe's monthly Trivia Night!
18:00 · 590 Main St
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6
Oct
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
6
Oct
Community New
Halifax Gals & Pals October Fiction Book Club – Fruit Fly – Oct 06
Join us for our October Fiction Book Club! The venue will be confirmed shortly, but will…
18:00 · Downtown Halifax, will be announced closer to the event · Downtown
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6
Oct
Food & Drink
Silent Reading – Oct 06
Silent Reading is back at Good Robot Brewing's Robie Street Pub & Restaurant in Halifax.
18:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
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6
Oct
Live Music
David Francey – Tuesday
We are very happy to welcome back Canadian songwriting treasure David Francey to The Carl…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$70
Wednesday
Oct 7
7
Oct
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Pinball Bob’s Pinball Club
Pinball Bob’s Pinball Club (and Pest Control) launches a new weekly Wednesday pinball night in Halifax’s North End,…
Venue TBA
7
Oct
Live Music
Silent Reading – Oct 07
Silent Reading
18:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
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7
Oct
Comedy
Catherine Robertson’s Comedy Hour! – Oct 07
Catherine Robertson’s bringing her comedy hour to Bearly’s on October 7th—the perfect excuse to hunker down with some…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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7
Oct
Live Music
Karaoke with Mimi! – Oct 07
Grab the mic and belt it out at Bearly’s with Mimi hosting the show—this is your chance to…
22:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Thursday
Oct 8
8
Oct
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Nowadays Festival 2026
North Brewing presents Nowadays, three days of music in downtown Dartmouth from October 8-10, 2026. The 2026 lineup…
Venue TBA
8
Oct
Live Music
Morgan Davis Happy Hour – Oct 08
Morgan Davis is hosting a happy hour on October 8th—grab a drink and hang out with good…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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8
Oct
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Oct 08
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
8
Oct
Live Music
Dinner Party – Oct 08
Where conversations linger and first impressions have time to grow (Ages 30-40 | SOLD OUT…
19:00 · Downtown Halifax · Downtown
See website
8
Oct
Film & Cinema
GIFFT: Saint Paisios – Oct 08
Thursday, October 8, 7:00 PM Stamos Tsamis | Greece | 2026 | 125m Greek with English subt…
19:00 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
$15
8
Oct
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Huskies De Rouyn-Noranda – Oct 08
The Mooseheads take on the Huskies from Quebec at Scotiabank Centre—expect a packed crowd and some serious junior…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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8
Oct
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
Lucky Line Dance 1st Birthday Party — Vendors, Merch, Prizes
Lucky Line Dance Night celebrates its first birthday with vendors, merch and prizes. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdPQheSiZoc/ (@luckylinedance)
19:00 · Backlot Lounge & Nightclub · North End
8
Oct
Theatre
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
8
Oct
Live Music
FABER DRIVE – Oct 08
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 MARQUEE BALLROOM FABER DRIVE - SEVEN SECOND SURGERY 20 ANNIVERSARY TO…
19:30 · The Marquee · North End
$25
8
Oct
Live Music
Jessica Rhaye, Bill Preeper & Sandy MacKay – Oct 08
Step into an evening of rich harmonies, thoughtful songwriting, and timeless folk music w…
19:30 · The Carleton · Downtown
$25
8
Oct
Live Music
Nowadays Festival: Cass McCombs
Performers: Cass McCombs, Ada Lea
19:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$42.50
8
Oct
Arts & Culture
Spontaneity: Murder Mystery & Improv – Oct 08
A murder has been committed... and nobody knows who did it... not even the cast.
19:30 · 1743 Grafton St · Downtown
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8
Oct
Live Music
Take It To The Limit – The Music & Legacy of the Eagles – Oct 08
Experience the magic as "Take It To The Limit" brings to life your favorite Eagles hits,…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$59 – $69
8
Oct
Theatre
Canadas Next Best Comic Search Finals – Oct 08
Watch five comedians battle it out for the title at Yuk Yuk’s—these are the best funny people Canada’s…
20:00 · Yuk Yuk’s Halifax · Downtown
$20
8
Oct
Live Music
Floating Mansions (Hamilton Ont) – Oct 08
Floating Mansions (the Hamilton crew) are bringing their sound to Bearly’s for a night of live music that’s…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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8
Oct
Comedy
LUKE KIDGELL: Live in Canada – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia – Oct 08
LUKE KIDGELL: Live in Canada - Halifax Live Comedy Club - The Only Independent Comedy Clu…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$45
Friday
Oct 9
9
Oct
Live Music New 🚗 Out of town
Celtic Colours International Festival
52 concerts and hundreds of community cultural experiences in communities across Cape Breton Island, timed to peak fall…
Cape Breton Island (various venues) · Out of Town
9
Oct
Workshops & Classes 📷 Spotted
Fall Sip and Sculpt — Candlelight
A fall series of sip-and-sculpt ceramics workshops in Halifax, with each evening exploring a different theme — vases,…
Almona, 5659 Almon St. · North End
9
Oct
Festivals New 🚗 Out of town
Nova Scotia Giant Pumpkin Festival & Regatta
Successor to the Windsor Pumpkin Regatta. Friday evening witches dance on the waterfront; Saturday 10 a.m. pumpkin and…
Shelburne Waterfront (Dock Street) · Out of Town
Free
9
Oct
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Nowadays Festival 2026
North Brewing presents Nowadays, three days of music in downtown Dartmouth from October 8-10, 2026. The 2026 lineup…
Venue TBA
9
Oct
Outdoors
Walking in the Footsteps
Trail Builders Network Walking in the Footsteps Hiker Challenge Badges Hiker Challenge Youth Badge Move to Learn Outdoors
Venue TBA
9
Oct
Community New
Halifax Coastal Artisan Expo – Oct 09-11
Discover unique handmade treasures and local vibes at the Halifax Coastal Artisan Expo—cr…
10:00 · Halifax Shopping Centre
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9
Oct
Festivals New
Bird Festival & Market – Oct 09
Join the Halifax Bird Festival & Market! Brought to you by Bird-Friendly Halifax, Nature…
15:00 · Brewery Market · Downtown
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9
Oct
Workshops & Classes New
Henry’s Halifax: Introduction To Astro Photography – Oct 09
Come join us for an introduction into the world of Astro Photography.
15:00 · Henry’s Camera
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9
Oct
Workshops & Classes New
Miniature Paint Night – Oct 09
On the second Friday of every month, join us for a relaxing afternoon painting minis! Sho…
16:00 · Brewed Battles
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9
Oct
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Jam Night at Lawrencetown Beach
An evening of live music, food, and community on the Lawrencetown Beach boardwalk, by the new bathrooms. Musicians…
18:00 · Lawrencetown Beach
9
Oct
Live Music
Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson – Oct 09
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
18:30 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$39.96
9
Oct
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
Femme Folk Songcircle
The Femme Folk Songcircle returns for an October evening celebrating the songwriting of femme artists, featuring Fiona Clancey…
19:00 · Merry Time Music Co
$15 – $20
9
Oct
Live Music
Flashback – Oct 09
Back in Canada by popular demand and direct from Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of…
19:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$69.5
9
Oct
Live Music
THE MARTIN BOYS
Legal Age 19+ (Valid Photo I.D Required)MODO-LIVE Presents:The Martin BoysWith Special Gu…
19:00 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
Free
9
Oct
Comedy
Daniel Simonsen | Halifax | October 9 & 10 – Oct 09
Daniel Simonsen | Halifax | October 9th 7:30pm
19:30 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$28
9
Oct
Theatre
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
9
Oct
Live Music
Nowadays Festival: Bells Larsen
Performers: Bells Larsen, Townie
19:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$42.50
9
Oct
Live Music
HIRTLE + Ryan Harvey Band – Oct 09
Nova Scotian acts HIRTLE & Ryan Harvey Band co-headline a night of original country and b…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$15
9
Oct
Live Music New
MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE – The East Coast’s Premiere 80s Experience – Oct 09
Get ready to transport back to the 80s at MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE - where the East Coast's best…
20:00 · Monte’s Showbar Grill · Downtown
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9
Oct
Comedy
New Brunswick Comedy Showcase – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia – Oct 09
New Brunswick Comedy Showcase - Halifax Live Comedy Club - The Only Independent Comedy Cl…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$20
9
Oct
Live Music
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
20:45 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$37.80
9
Oct
Live Music
Cameron Nickerson
Cameron Nickerson's taking over Bearly's for a Friday night set that'll have the whole…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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9
Oct
Live Music
Panda After Dark – Oct 09-10
After the success of Panda Universe, Panda enters a darker dimension
22:00 · Halifax
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9
Oct
Live Music
SEVENTY2 WEEKEND – Oct 09-10
Three nights. Three experiences. One unforgettable Thanksgiving Weekend in Halifax.
22:00 · UNKNWN Lounge · Downtown
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Saturday
Oct 10
10
Oct
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Nowadays Festival 2026
North Brewing presents Nowadays, three days of music in downtown Dartmouth from October 8-10, 2026. The 2026 lineup…
Venue TBA
10
Oct
Sports New 🚗 Out of town
Valley Harvest Marathon
34th year of the Valley Harvest Marathon, starting and finishing in Wolfville over Thanksgiving weekend.
Wolfville · Out of Town
10
Oct
Workshops & Classes
Watercolour Breakfast – guided watercolour painting class (October 10) – Oct 10
Fully guided watercolour painting workshop in a relaxed atmosphere of a cafe
09:30 · East cup cafe
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10
Oct
Food & Drink New 📷 Spotted
Martock Fall Fest — Fall Fest Weekend
Micro Brew Fest featuring local beer, cider and wine with BBQ, BeaverTails and lift rides, plus cyclocross racing…
10:00 · Martock
10
Oct
Outdoors New 📷 Spotted
Fungi Foray with Mycologist Keith Egger
Join the Medway Community Forest Cooperative for a guided autumn mushroom foray led by mycologist Keith Egger. Explore…
11:00 · Medway Community Forest Campground, 3787 Nova Scotia Trunk 8
10
Oct
Outdoors
Matchmaking in Motion – Oct 10
Speed Dating on the trails (Ages 30-45 & 40-60)
11:00 · Long Lake Provincial Park · West End
$55
10
Oct
Workshops & Classes
Lee Valley Tools Halifax Store – Carve a Wizard – Oct 10
Build your tool-handling skills as our Customer Advisor guides you step by step through c…
13:00 · Lee Valley Tools Halifax · West End
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10
Oct
Community New
Book Reading & Signing – Carol Bruneau – The Little Way – Oct 10
Join us at The Cozy Gull Café in Mahone Bay for a book reading and signing by local autho…
14:00 · The Cozy Gull Hobby & Game Cafe
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10
Oct
Live Music
Scotian Distillery Festival – Oct 10
Raise a glass to Nova Scotia's vibrant craft spirits scene at the Scotian Distillery Fest…
15:00 · The Richmond Yards · North End
$87.07 – $87.37
10
Oct
Comedy
J.A.G. Matinee – Oct 10
I'd love to help, but I need a bit more info. What's the venue for this J.A.G. Matinee…
16:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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10
Oct
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Voltigeurs De Drummondville – Oct 10
The Mooseheads take on Drummondville at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and get loud for some hard-hitting junior hockey…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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10
Oct
Live Music New
Nowadays Festival: Lydia Lunch – Oct 10
Performers: Lydia Lunch, Laura Lee, Gabriella Ciurcovich, Andrew MacKelvie
19:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$42.50
10
Oct
Arts & Culture New
Actual Wizard – Live Magic Show – Oct 10
As seen on Penn and Teller: Fool Us, and winner of the Audience Choice Best of the Fest A…
19:30 · Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts
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10
Oct
Theatre
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening – Oct 10
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
10
Oct
Live Music
Aaron MacDonald Band
For his return to The Carleton on Saturday, October 10th, Aaron MacDonald will be joined…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$30
10
Oct
Live Music New
Clever Hopes (duo with Daniel Ledwell) – Oct 10
Clever Hopes delivers intimate, anthemic songs that connect across languages and borders,…
20:00 · Steeple Green Books
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10
Oct
Live Music
Daniel Lanois – Oct 10
Please note: Alcohol may be served at this event.
20:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$46.75 – $56.75
10
Oct
Comedy
New Brunswick Comedy Showcase – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia – Oct 10
New Brunswick Comedy Showcase - Halifax Live Comedy Club - The Only Independent Comedy Cl…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$20
10
Oct
Live Music
SIXX PAXX – Europe’s #1 Male Revue
SIXX PAXX brings Europe's hottest male revue to the Lighthouse Arts Centre for a night…
20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
10
Oct
Live Music
The Animal Warfare Act & Xenoforms @ Gus’ Pub – Oct 10
Get ready for a wild night at Gus' Pub with The Animal Warfare Act & Xenoforms live in pe…
20:00 · Gus’ Pub · North End
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10
Oct
Live Music
80’S HAIR METAL NIGHT FEAT: WILBERFORCE – Oct 10
It’s 1987. MTV is locked on Headbangers Ball, your girlfriend just dropped the needle on…
20:30 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$15
10
Oct
Live Music
JOEY JAY • HALIFAX – Oct 10-11
JOEY JAY IN HALIFAX
21:00 · Backlot Lounge & Nightclub · North End
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10
Oct
Live Music
BRICKWORKS
Brickworks is bringing the noise to Halifax on October 10th at 9:30 PM. Catch this band…
21:30 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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10
Oct
Live Music 🚗 Out of town
HAL BRUCE & TICKET 2 RIDE
Saturday night dance at the Shore Club, Hubbards. Tickets at the door at 9:30 PM.
21:30 · The Shore Club · Out of Town
At the door
10
Oct
Live Music
VIVID : NEON & FÊTE – Oct 10-11
VIVID returns with Glow in the Dark Carnival Madness — transforming the venue into a neon…
21:30 · Locas Bar & billiards
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10
Oct
Events New
Henry’s Halifax: Astro Photography Meet Up – Oct 10
Join us for a night to photograph the Milky Way at Hirtle's Beach.
22:00 · Hirtle’s Beach
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Sunday
Oct 11
11
Oct
Sports New 📷 Spotted
Blue Nose Run Club — Valley Harvest Marathon
Race day — club members take on the Valley Harvest Marathon in the Annapolis Valley. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdJeBYPDapE/…
Venue TBA
11
Oct
Sports New 📷 Spotted
Martock Fall Fest — Fall Fest Weekend
Day two of Fall Fest Weekend with cyclocross racing, Cleve’s Sale, food and drinks on the hill. Via…
10:00 · Martock
11
Oct
Markets & Fairs
Spooky & Scary Market – Oct 11
Get ready for a haunting day full of creepy finds and spooky vibes you won’t want to miss…
10:00 · 111 Drysdale Rd
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11
Oct
Theatre New
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening – Oct 11
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
14:00 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
11
Oct
Live Music
Old Time Jam w/ Koromati and The North Star
Koromati and The North Star are bringing the old-time vibes to Bearly's on Sunday…
15:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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11
Oct
Community New
15FirstDates Halifax Speed Dating Ages 25-35 – Oct 11
Go on short dates with up to 15 singles in your age range to find your perfect match. Fre…
16:30 · The Duke’s Public House · North End
Free
11
Oct
Film & Cinema New
Monster House – Oct 11
Sunday, October 11, 5:30 PM Gil Kenan | USA | 2006 | 91m Preceded by NFB short film "Land…
17:30 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
$12
11
Oct
Live Music
Don Ross & Julie Malia
Heads up guitar aficionados! The Carleton is pleased to welcome masters of the instrument…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$30
11
Oct
Community New
Halifax Older Women & Younger Men Speed Dating – Oct 11
Age is just a number when the chemistry is right! Join us for a fun evening of speed dati…
19:30 · The Duke’s Public House · North End
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11
Oct
Nightlife New
GLOBAL GROOVE| DJ SUKHBIR -BOLLYWOOD CELEBRITY DJ|11TH OCT |THE DOME | ONW – Oct 11
HALIFAX, ARE YOU READY TO EXPERIENCE OF ONE LEGENDARY NIGHTS EVER ... DESII NIGHTS ENTERT…
22:00 · The Dome Nightclub · Downtown
$27.06 – $37.35
11
Oct
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Pour Decisions — The Finale
The final night of SEVENTY2 WEEKEND takes over two rooms at UNKNWN and Neon Armadillo for a global…
22:00 · UNKNWN × Neon Armadillo (1737 Grafton Street) · Downtown
Monday
Oct 12
12
Oct
Live Music New
Dolly Tribute Brunch – Old Confidence Lodge – Oct 12
A fundraiser for South Shore Public Libraries
11:00 · Old Confidence Lodge
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12
Oct
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
Thanksgiving Monday Dolly Tribute Brunch
A Thanksgiving Monday celebration of Dolly Parton’s life and music at Old Confidence Lodge, featuring The Old Confidence…
11:00 · Old Confidence Lodge
$20 – $40
12
Oct
Sports
Halifax Wanderers FC vs. Cavalry FC
Additional ticket discounts and packages can be found here: https://www.canpl.ca/hfxwande…
17:00 · The Wanderers Grounds · South End
12
Oct
Trivia & Games
Bearly: a Trivia – Oct 12
With everyone’s best friend- Kieran!!!
18:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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12
Oct
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Oct 12
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
12
Oct
Theatre
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening – Oct 12
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
12
Oct
Live Music
Open Song Circle with Noah Tye!
Take a turn on the Bearly’s stage!
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Tuesday
Oct 13
13
Oct
Festivals New 🚗 Out of town
Nova Scotia Fibre Arts Festival
17th annual festival in Amherst (not Truro). Related: the Maritime Spinners Retreat in Truro on October 16, 2026.
Amherst (various venues) · Out of Town
13
Oct
Trivia & Games New
HFX Lockpickers Club – Oct 13
Master the art of lockpicking! Discover the tools and puzzles of Locksport while learning…
17:00 · IKEA Halifax · Dartmouth
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13
Oct
Community
CQCC Night of Distinction – Oct 13
Celebrate 2SLGBTQI+ excellence and make meaningful connections!
18:00 · Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 · Downtown
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13
Oct
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
13
Oct
Talks & Ideas New
Bringing the Slocum Boot Shop Back to Brier Island – Oct 13 – Sep 15
Learn how Brier Island’s iconic boot shop is getting a second life at the Maritime Museum—perfect if you’re…
18:30 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
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13
Oct
Talks & Ideas New 📷 Spotted
Tuesday Night Talks
The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic’s fall series of Tuesday Night Talks features guest speakers on maritime history…
18:30 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
13
Oct
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
The Big Sing: Robyn — Dancing On My Own
The Maritimes’ greatest group singing lesson returns with Robyn’s iconic “Dancing On My Own,” taught in three-part harmony…
19:30 · The Basement of the Shoe · Downtown
Wednesday
Oct 14
14
Oct
Live Music
Rory Makem in Concert – Oct 14
Catch Rory Makem live for an unforgettable night of folk tunes and good vibes!
18:00 · An Seanchai – Upstairs at The Old Triangle · Downtown
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14
Oct
Trivia & Games New
Buzzer Trivia – Oct 14
Join us at Good Robot for Buzzer Trivia, where quick wits and buzzers make the night a bl…
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
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14
Oct
Theatre
Attempts on her Life by Martin Crimp – Oct 14
CONTENT WARNING Themes of substance use, violence, abuse, trauma, suicide, discrimination…
19:30 · David Mack.Murray Studio · South End
$15 – $20
14
Oct
Theatre New
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening – Oct 14
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
14
Oct
Live Music
The Black Keys: PEACHES ‘N KREAM
All ages show, attendance at patrons discretion. Note front of floor is standing room onl…
19:30 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
14
Oct
Comedy
Catherine Robertson’s Comedy Hour!
Catherine Robertson's bringing her comedy hour to town—sharp, funny, and exactly what…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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14
Oct
Live Music
Karaoke with Mimi! – Oct 14
Mimi’s hosting karaoke at Bearly’s, so bring your pipes and prepare for some gloriously off-key performances downtown. It’s…
22:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Thursday
Oct 15
15
Oct
Workshops & Classes New
Henry’s Halifax: Film Simulation Workshop – Oct 15
Bring your FUJIFILM camera or try one of ours. Everyone is welcome, no matter what camera…
14:00 · Henry’s Camera
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15
Oct
Live Music
Morgan Davis Happy Hour – Oct 15
Morgan Davis is hosting a happy hour on October 15th — grab a drink and hang out with…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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15
Oct
Live Music
Dinner Party – Oct 15
Where conversations linger and first impressions have time to grow (Ages 60+) [Exclusive…
18:00 · Downtown Halifax · Downtown
See website
15
Oct
Trivia & Games
Game night competition – Oct 15
2 hours of fun and silly challenges. No planning, no pressure, just a night of games desi…
18:00 · The Board Room Game Cafe · Downtown
$15.38
15
Oct
Comedy
Games & Trivia Night with @HalifaxGamesandSocial – Oct 15
Get ready for a social game night built around 8 rotating games - mixing trivia, skill-ba…
18:00 · The Board Room Game Cafe · Downtown
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15
Oct
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
Paint a Faux Delft Tile with local artist Kelly Bee
The Trainyard is hosting a series of hands-on fall craft workshops, including pinback button making, beginner block printing…
18:00 · The Trainyard · Dartmouth
$30
15
Oct
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Oct 15
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
15
Oct
Theatre
Attempts on her Life by Martin Crimp – Oct 15
CONTENT WARNING Themes of substance use, violence, abuse, trauma, suicide, discrimination…
19:30 · David Mack.Murray Studio · South End
$15 – $20
15
Oct
Theatre New
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening – Oct 15
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
15
Oct
Live Music
John McLaren and Friends w/ Asif & Ava Illyas
The Carleton is pleased to welcome John McLaren, award-winning violinist turned self-taug…
19:30 · The Carleton · Downtown
$17.10
15
Oct
Live Music
Shadows & Light: Barber & Brahms
7:30 pm • Thursday, October 15, 2026 Rebecca Cohn Discover the resilient brilliance of th…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$48.50
15
Oct
Live Music
Reuben And The Dark – Oct 15
Presented by Sonic Concerts at Seahorse Tavern.
20:00 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$35.44 – $40.97
15
Oct
Live Music
Shanti & The Stevedores – Oct 15
Shanti & The Stevedores bringing that crew energy to Bearly's on Thursday night—expect…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Friday
Oct 16
16
Oct
Food & Drink
KESKUN 2026 – Oct 16
We Welcome You to Enjoy Lebanese food & Wine Pairings in Addition to Lebanese Wine, Histo…
18:00 · Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 · Downtown
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16
Oct
Workshops & Classes
Past Life Regression Workshop – Oct 16
Dr. Gosse and Dr. Greenberg invite you into the world of past life regression. What it is…
18:00 · Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre, Ascend Hotel Collection · Downtown
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16
Oct
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Foreurs De Val D’or – Oct 16
The Mooseheads take on Val-d’Or at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and get loud for some heated junior hockey…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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16
Oct
Live Music
Remarkable – The Band Before Time
View full event details at 2037 Gottingen
19:00 · The Marquee · North End
$15
16
Oct
Theatre
Attempts on her Life by Martin Crimp – Oct 16
CONTENT WARNING Themes of substance use, violence, abuse, trauma, suicide, discrimination…
19:30 · David Mack.Murray Studio · South End
$15 – $20
16
Oct
Theatre New
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening – Oct 16
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
16
Oct
Live Music
LIVE IS ALL YOU NEED PRESENTS ONES – THE BEATLES #1 HITS – Oct 16
The Beatles number one songs collectively chart in a record-breaking series so powerful a…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$70.25
16
Oct
Live Music 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Weekends at the Opera House — Rose Cousins
Lunenburg Folk Harbour Society presents a fall concert series at the Lunenburg Opera House, with six shows on…
19:30 · Lunenburg Opera House · Out of Town
16
Oct
Live Music 🚗 Out of town
Belly Up Presents Signal Hill – Oct 16
Signal Hill Live at Belly Up BBQ & Grill 🎶 Get ready for an unforgettable night of live m…
20:00 · Belly Up BBQ & Grill · Out of Town
$25 – $30
16
Oct
Comedy
DREW BEHM – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia – Oct 16
DREW BEHM – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia live…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$29
16
Oct
Live Music
Jacob Ballard & The Bad Ticket Single Release W/Porch Swing
Dartmouth’s Jacob Ballard & The Bad Ticket, along with opener Porch Swing (Logan Edward M…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$20
16
Oct
Comedy
PETER WHITE – Oct 16
PETER WHITE live at Halifax Live Comedy Club in downtown Halifax.
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$20
16
Oct
Live Music
The Sheepdogs (FRIDAY)
DOORS 7:00 PM | SHOW 8:00 PM | 19+
20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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16
Oct
Live Music
Gizmo and Green Eyes / Witch Hands Double Album Release
OCTOBER 16 SEAHORSE TAVERN DOUBLE ALBUM RELEASE GIZMO GREEN EYES WITCH HANDS W/ MAISIE'S…
20:30 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$15 – $20
16
Oct
Live Music
Big Shiny 90s – A Tribute to 90s ALT ROCK – Oct 16
Get ready to rock out live with the best 90s alt hits at Big Shiny 90s—nostalgia overload…
21:00 · Monte’s Showbar Grill · Downtown
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16
Oct
Live Music New
GIZMO & GREEN EYES WITCH HANDS: DOUBLE ALBUM RELEASE – Oct 16
OCTOBER 16 SEAHORSE TAVERN DOUBLE ALBUM RELEASE GIZMO GREEN EYES WITCH HANDS W/ MAISIE'S…
21:00 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$21.84
16
Oct
Live Music
Rabbit Town String Band and Special ‘Out Of Town’ Guests!! – Oct 16
Rabbit Town String Band's bringing in some out-of-town pickers for a night of fiddles…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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16
Oct
LGBTQ+ 📷 Spotted
The Worst Dyke in Halifax — Dyke Night
A two-floor dyke party at Backlot HFX featuring DJ Loverboy spinning queer electropop, EDM and hyperpop. Downstairs is…
21:30 · Backlot Lounge & Nightclub · North End
$20 – $25
16
Oct
Live Music
GOOSEBUMPS RAVE – Oct 16
Ready to get spooky Halifax?
22:00 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
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16
Oct
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Thriller Night
A spooky video dance party with DJ Mike G spinning the biggest and most iconic music videos of…
22:00 · Rumours Lounge & Cabaret · Downtown
$5 – $8
Saturday
Oct 17
17
Oct
Workshops & Classes 📷 Spotted
Fall Sip and Sculpt — Homeware
A fall series of sip-and-sculpt ceramics workshops in Halifax, with each evening exploring a different theme — vases,…
Almona, 5659 Almon St. · North End
17
Oct
Workshops & Classes New 🚗 Out of town
Natural Building EAST – Oct 17-18
Building from HERE!
The Deanery Project · Out of Town
$150
17
Oct
Live Music
The Brad Conrad Band matinee! – Oct 17
Brad Conrad Band’s bringing a matinee set to Bearly’s that’ll get the crew going early on the weekend.
04:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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17
Oct
Workshops & Classes
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) – Oct 17
Applied Suicide intervention Skills Training is a 2-day workshop that teaches suicide fir…
09:30 · NSCC Ivany Campus · Dartmouth
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17
Oct
Workshops & Classes New
Lee Valley Tools Halifax Store – Turn an Acrylic Pen – Oct 17
Our Customer Advisor will teach you the fundamentals of turning an acrylic pen.
09:30 · Lee Valley Tools Halifax · West End
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17
Oct
Outdoors New 📷 Spotted
Biodiversity Day with the Africville Preservers
A second Biodiversity Day of shoreline discovery and environmental activities for youth ages 12–18. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdSEikBIAA8/ (@theafricvillemuseum)
10:00 · Africville Museum
17
Oct
Wellness 📷 Spotted
The Art of Autumn: A Day of Creative Wellness
A full-day creative wellness retreat featuring a guided autumn harvest watercolour workshop with artist Sarah, a crystal gemstone…
10:00 · The George Wright House · South End
$160
17
Oct
Wellness 📷 Spotted
The Art of Autumn: A Half-Day Wellness Retreat
A thoughtfully curated half-day wellness retreat at The George Wright House featuring creative workshops, a sound bath, nourishing…
10:00 · The George Wright House · South End
17
Oct
Festivals 📷 Spotted
Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival Market
A fall festival market in Eastern Passage featuring local makers, bakers and artisans. Saturday’s vendor list includes Blue…
11:00 · 4 Government Wharf, Eastern Passage
17
Oct
Live Music
Halifax Tides FC Pre-Game/Post-Game – Oct 17
Looking for a beer garden for your Halifax Tides FC pre-game and post-game beers?
12:00 · Good Robot Beer Garden (Commons) · North End
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17
Oct
Workshops & Classes
Watercolour Brunch – watercolour paint workshop – Oct 17
Fully guided watercolour workshop in a relaxed atmosphere of a cafe
12:00 · Sugar Marmalade (Halifax) 糖记甜品
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17
Oct
Theatre
Attempts on her Life by Martin Crimp – Oct 17
CONTENT WARNING Themes of substance use, violence, abuse, trauma, suicide, discrimination…
14:00 · David Mack.Murray Studio · South End
$15 – $20
17
Oct
Sports
Halifax Tides FC vs. Roses de Montréal FC
Halifax Tides FC take on Montréal at The Wanderers Grounds—bring your crew for some…
15:00 · The Wanderers Grounds · South End
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17
Oct
Nightlife
Bed By – Oct 17
Bed By 10: The Ultimate 30+ Clubbing Experience!
16:00 · The Dome Nightclub · Downtown
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17
Oct
Community
Sackville Rivers Association’s Annual Dinner Auction – Oct 17
Join us for the Sackville Rivers Association's Annual Dinner Auction – good food, fun, an…
17:30 · Kinsmen Community Centre
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17
Oct
Festivals New 📷 Spotted
Fire & Water Cultural Festival
Alderney Landing’s Fire & Water Cultural Festival returns to the Downtown Dartmouth waterfront for a free evening celebrating…
18:00 · Alderney Landing · Dartmouth
17
Oct
Festivals
Nocturne: Art at Night 2026
Halifax's free all-night contemporary art festival: 79 projects across six zones, 6 PM to…
18:00 · Multiple venues around the Halifax Regional Municipality
Free
17
Oct
Arts & Culture
Eddie May Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre: RUM RUNNING MURDERS – Oct 17
Join us in a thrilling evening of a hilarious and suspenseful LIVE GAME OF CLUE coupled w…
18:30 · Atlantica Hotel Halifax · Quinpool
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17
Oct
Live Music New
Roo Wonfor, S. Ayton + Long Call – Oct 17
A 3 act evening of lush, twinkly, soaring, sweet & salty songs
18:30 · Old Confidence Lodge
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17
Oct
Arts & Culture New 📷 Spotted
Guided Mural Walks on Quinpool Road
Step into the stories behind Quinpool’s outdoor art gallery with a guided mural walk during Nocturne. Led by…
19:00 · Dilly Dally Cafe (6100 Quinpool Road) · Quinpool
17
Oct
Arts & Culture New
Oak Island Treasure. A Family Rock Musical. – Oct 17
Go back in time and discover Oak Island Treasure together - or walk the plank, mateys! Ar…
19:00 · St. Andrew’s United Church · South End
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17
Oct
Comedy
Couples Clownselling: YHZ
The Show Where Stand-Up Comedians And Their Partners Get Therapized... By No One With A L…
19:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$27.80
17
Oct
Theatre New
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening – Oct 17
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
17
Oct
Live Music
Loreena McKennitt: The Mask and Mirror – Oct 17
Please note: Alcohol may be served at this event.
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$81.75 – $121.75
17
Oct
Comedy
DREW BEHM – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia – Oct 17
DREW BEHM – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia live…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$29
17
Oct
Live Music
Maximum Overdrive – Oct 17
After immediately selling out their first two shows of ’26 at our place, we’re delighted…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$25
17
Oct
Live Music New
Party With THE LOUNGE FLYS – Oct 17
Party with the Lounge Flys, where you'll be dancing to all your favourite tunes, sipping…
20:00 · Monte’s Showbar Grill · Downtown
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17
Oct
Comedy
PETER WHITE – Oct 17
PETER WHITE live at Halifax Live Comedy Club in downtown Halifax.
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$20
17
Oct
Live Music
Ruckus – Oct 17
Let’s cause a little RUCKUS! Ruckus hits the stage at Parkside Pub & Smokehouse
20:00 · Parkside Pub & Smokehouse · Dartmouth
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17
Oct
Live Music
The Sheepdogs (SATURDAY)
DOORS 7:00 PM | SHOW 8:00 PM | 19+
20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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17
Oct
Live Music
THREEZER: A TRIBUTE TO WEEZER
Saturday October 17 Threezer with special guests Fake Plastic Band (Radiohead tribute) an…
20:30 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$20
17
Oct
Live Music
Bend The River & TBA – Oct 17
Bend The River's bringing something special to Bearly's downtown — perfect night to grab…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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17
Oct
Arts & Culture New 📷 Spotted
Guided Mural Walks on Quinpool Road
Step into the stories behind Quinpool’s outdoor art gallery with a guided mural walk during Nocturne. Led by…
21:00 · Dilly Dally Cafe (6100 Quinpool Road) · Quinpool
17
Oct
Live Music
THE FABULOUSLY RICH: a tribute to The Tragically Hip – Oct 17
Saturday, October 17 2026 Live at The Marquee THE FABULOUSLY RICH A Tribute to The Tragic…
21:00 · The Marquee · North End
$37.65
17
Oct
Live Music
Theresa Malenfant & The Instigators – Oct 17
with Kieran Legge closing the night out!
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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17
Oct
Arts & Culture
Citadel Hill Tour and Ghost Hunt – Oct 17-18
Take the official tour the historic Citadel Hill, then stay for an exclusive after-hours…
21:30 · Halifax Citadel National Historic Site · Downtown
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17
Oct
Live Music New
RAISING THE ROOF WITH DJ KAYWISE – Oct 17-18
RAISING THE ROOF 2.0 WITH DJ KAYWISE LIVE IN HALIFAX.
22:00 · The Auction House · Downtown
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Sunday
Oct 18
18
Oct
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
Benj Rowland w/ poetry by Dylan Jewers
Celtic freak-folk one man band Benj Rowland plays Ottawa’s Sunday Night Revue with poetry by Dylan Jewers. Via…
Sunday Night Revue
18
Oct
Workshops & Classes New 📷 Spotted
Carve Your Own Wave Wall Art
Carve and paint your own ocean wave wall art panel in this guided workshop. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdJgxZYDvpM/?img_index=1 (@the_woodswoman)
Lucy’s Hydrostone Café
18
Oct
Outdoors New 📷 Spotted
Hemlock Hustle Gravel Rally 2026
The 2nd Annual Hemlock Hustle is a community-focused gravel cycling rally in Maitland Bridge, with four routes ranging…
Medway Community Forest, Maitland Bridge
$45 – $70
18
Oct
Community 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Natural Building EAST 2026: “Building From Here!”
Natural Building EAST returns to The Deanery Project for a weekend of hands-on demonstrations, workshops, building tours, presentations…
The Deanery Project · Out of Town
18
Oct
Outdoors
McNabs Island Fall Foliage Tours October 18, 2026 -Depart Halifax at – Oct 18
Join the Friends of McNabs Island Society for the annual Fall Foliage Tours of McNabs Isl…
09:30 · McNabs and Lawlor Islands Provincial Park
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18
Oct
Community 📷 Spotted
Mini Pet Expo
The Pop Up Market presents a Mini Pet Expo at the Halifax Brewery Market, featuring local pet-themed vendors,…
12:00 · Halifax Brewery Market · Downtown
18
Oct
Theatre New
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening – Oct 18
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
14:00 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
18
Oct
Live Music
James Ehnes’ 50th Birthday Recital
2:00 pm • Sunday, October 18, 2026 Halifax United Church One of the most renowned violini…
14:00 · Symphony Nova Scotia · South End
$55
18
Oct
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Les Cataractes de Shawinigan – Oct 18
The Mooseheads take on Les Cataractes at Scotiabank Centre in a Sunday afternoon matchup that’ll have the crowd…
15:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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18
Oct
Live Music 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Weekends at the Opera House — Garnet Rogers
Lunenburg Folk Harbour Society presents a fall concert series at the Lunenburg Opera House, with six shows on…
15:00 · Lunenburg Opera House · Out of Town
18
Oct
Live Music
Theresa Malenfant & Scott Medford – Oct 18
tickets on sale soon
15:30 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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18
Oct
Arts & Culture New
Mysteries of the Keyhole House – Oct 18
From Outerbridge Magic
16:00 · Bella Rose Arts Centre · West End
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18
Oct
Live Music New
Theresa Malenfant & Scott Medford (click for tickets) – Oct 18
Tickets Here!
16:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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18
Oct
Live Music
Carleton Stone Album Release – Oct 18
Carleton Stone finally returns to his namesake venue, The Carleton, to celebrate the rele…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$30
18
Oct
Arts & Culture
Victorian Séance: History, Hoaxes & Spirit Communication – Oct 18
Uncover the history and hoaxes of Victorian séances before experiencing a spirit communic…
19:00 · Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre, Ascend Hotel Collection · Downtown
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18
Oct
Live Music
Loreena McKennitt: The Mask and Mirror – Oct 18
Please note: Alcohol may be served at this event.
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$81.75 – $121.75
18
Oct
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Charlie’s Pop Quiz
Theme: Creepy — horrors from real life, the screen and the page. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdCr9__gM_Z/ (@stilldrunkenest)
20:00 · Charlie’s Club · North End
18
Oct
Live Music
Estuary / Constantinople – Kiya Tabassian, Ablaye Cissoko, Patrick Graham – Oct 18
Come and share a magical moment as the setar, kora, and percussion intertwine, creating m…
20:00 · Joseph Strug Concert Hall · South End
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Monday
Oct 19
19
Oct
Festivals New 🚗 Out of town
Devour! The Food Film Fest
16th anniversary edition, themed Devour! The Sea: films, chef dinners, tastings and workshops across Wolfville.
Wolfville (various venues) · Out of Town
19
Oct
Festivals 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Devour! The Food Film Fest 2026 — The Sea
Devour! The Food Film Fest returns to Wolfville for its 2026 edition, themed “The Sea,” with a week…
Devour Studios · Out of Town
19
Oct
Trivia & Games
Bearly: a Trivia – Oct 19
With everyone’s best friend- Kieran!!!
18:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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19
Oct
Food & Drink New
Cocktail Classes at Compass Distillers – Oct 19
Join us for a fun and interactive cocktail class at Compass Distillers!
19:00 · 2533 Agricola St · North End
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19
Oct
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Oct 19
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
19
Oct
Workshops & Classes New 📷 Spotted
Halloween Paint & Sip – Ghostly Pet
Paint a ghostly version of your pet at this Halloween-themed Paint & Sip. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdRhZ5eDMur/ (@coastalpigments)
19:00 · Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom · North End
19
Oct
Workshops & Classes
Paint & Sip – Oct 19
Let paint a cute little ghost pup together or you can even customize your ghost as a cat.…
19:00 · Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom · North End
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19
Oct
Live Music
Open Song Circle with Noah Tye!
Take a turn on the Bearly’s stage!
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Tuesday
Oct 20
20
Oct
Theatre
Deepwater – Oct 20 – Nov 01
October 20 - November 1, 2026 Scotiabank Studio Stage - Written by Dan Bray Radiant Serie…
Neptune Theatre · Downtown
$29 – $70
20
Oct
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
20
Oct
Talks & Ideas New
Beyond Peggy’s Cove: Discovering Nova Scotia’s Remarkable Places – Oct 20 – Sep 15
Learn what makes Nova Scotia special beyond the usual tourist stops at the Maritime Museum—perfect for folks looking…
18:30 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
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20
Oct
Talks & Ideas New 📷 Spotted
Tuesday Night Talks
The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic’s fall series of Tuesday Night Talks features guest speakers on maritime history…
18:30 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
Wednesday
Oct 21
21
Oct
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
Benj Rowland w/ poetry by Dylan Jewers
Benj Rowland plays Ducky’s in Sackville, NB with poetry by Dylan Jewers. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdT7eGRizo1/ (@bigturnips)
Ducky’s, Sackville NB
21
Oct
Community New 🚗 Out of town
Songbird Nest-Box Building with Ducks Unlimited Canada – Oct 21
Join us for a fun hands-on day building nest-boxes and give our feathered friends a place…
09:30 · Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park – Wetland Centre. · Out of Town
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21
Oct
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Tapas & Trivia Night at The Post Office
Chef Richard Julien and Linden Campbell host an evening of chef-created tapas and friendly competition at The Post…
19:00 · The Post Office Consulting House · South End
$45
21
Oct
Theatre New
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening – Oct 21
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
21
Oct
Live Music
Styx
All ages show, attendance at patrons discretion.
19:30 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
21
Oct
Comedy
Catherine Robertson’s Comedy Hour!
Catherine Robertson brings her comedy hour to town for an evening of laughs that'll have…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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21
Oct
Live Music
Prozzak
Get ready for a night of nostalgia, infectious beats, and iconic Canadian pop as Prozzäk…
20:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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21
Oct
Live Music
Karaoke with Mimi! – Oct 21
Grab the mic and belt it out at Bearly’s with Mimi running the show—whether you’re a shower singer…
22:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Thursday
Oct 22
22
Oct
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
Benj Rowland
Celtic freak-folk one man band Benj Rowland performs at the Buffalo Club in Dartmouth. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdT7eGRizo1/ (@bigturnips)
The Buffalo Club
22
Oct
Food & Drink New
The Harvest Social – Benjamin Bridge x Bells Lane Kitchen – Oct 22
An evening of wine and paired food with Benjamin Bridge and Bells Lane Kitchen. The Valle…
16:00 · 1949 Upper Water St
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22
Oct
Food & Drink New 📷 Spotted
The Harvest Social
An evening tasting of six Benjamin Bridge wines paired with savoury bites from Bells Lane Kitchen at Purdy’s…
16:30 · Bells Lane Kitchen at Purdy’s Wharf
$45
22
Oct
Live Music
Morgan Davis Happy Hour – Oct 22
Morgan Davis is bringing the good vibes to Bearly’s for happy hour—grab your crew and catch some live…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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22
Oct
Community
Layers presented by Southwest Properties – Oct 22
Celebrate 60 years of DASC with art, entertainment, networking, refreshments, and origina…
18:00 · DASC – Dartmouth Adult Services Centre · Dartmouth
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22
Oct
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Oct 22
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
22
Oct
Family & Kids
Connect with Queen’s 2026 – Oct 22
Connect with Queen's! Learn about the application process and get your admission question…
19:00 · Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 · Downtown
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22
Oct
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
Haunted Hoedown Costume Party
A Halloween-themed line dance night with a costume party. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdPQheSiZoc/ (@luckylinedance)
19:00 · Backlot Lounge & Nightclub · North End
22
Oct
Live Music
Shaggy Dog Story Night
March’s second, sold out, and highly entertaining, Shaggy Dog story night has us scheduli…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$12.5
22
Oct
Theatre New
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening – Oct 22
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
22
Oct
Live Music
ReJigged Festival: The MacGillivrays
Performers: The MacGillivrays, Patricia Murray
19:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$42.00
22
Oct
Community
Spontaneity: Spooky Spectacular – Oct 22
Welcome to the Spooky Spectacular… where the lights are low, the rules are strange, and y…
19:30 · 1743 Grafton St · Downtown
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22
Oct
Live Music
CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE – SUPERTRAMP – Breakfast in America
Supertramp took over where the Beatles left off. With fantastic arrangements, soaring voc…
20:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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22
Oct
Live Music
Ty Messick – Oct 22
Ty Messick’s bringing the blues to Bearly’s on October 22nd — perfect night to gather the crew and…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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22
Oct
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
FREEQ Atlantique Halloween Party (19+)
FREEQ Atlantique throws a 19+ Halloween dance party at Stillwell Brewery with DJ Tranzishen, DJ hot sauce and…
21:30 · Stillwell Brewery
Friday
Oct 23
23
Oct
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
Benj Rowland w/ Mary Beth Carty + poetry by Dylan Jewers
Benj Rowland plays Avondale Hall with special guest Mary Beth Carty and poetry by Dylan Jewers. Via Instagram:…
Avondale Hall
23
Oct
Live Music New
Heave Away: MtA – Oct 23-25
Come get your duds in order, ’cause we’re bound to cross the border!
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 · Downtown
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23
Oct
Arts & Culture New
A Matinee Event with Emily St. John Mandel – Oct 23
Bookmark is pleased to offer a Matinee event with Emily St. John Mandel on Friday, Octobe…
14:30 · Paul O’Regan Hall, Halifax Central Library · Downtown
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23
Oct
Arts & Culture New
DON’T SPOIL THE FAMILY NAME – Oct 23
A three-day art exhibition by Niyi Adeogun exploring inheritance, perception and what we…
18:00 · Breaking Circus
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23
Oct
Arts & Culture New
An Evening with Emily St John Mandel – Oct 23
Bookmark is thrilled to welcome bestselling author Emily St John Mandel to Halifax for th…
18:30 · Paul O’Regan Hall, Halifax Central Library · Downtown
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23
Oct
Arts & Culture New
Eddie May Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre: MY BLOODY WEDDING – Oct 23
Join us in a thrilling evening of a hilarious and suspenseful LIVE GAME OF CLUE coupled w…
18:30 · Sou’Wester in the City Restaurant & Social
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23
Oct
Food & Drink New
Hallowe’en Cookie Decorating Class – Oct 23
Decorate the most delicious cookies with your friends!
18:30 · Findlay Community Centre
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23
Oct
Live Music New
FOG Live at Stage1 – Oct 23
Four Old Guys light up the stage with classic tunes for dancing and good times. Come earl…
19:00 · Mill Cove Brew Pub · Bedford
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23
Oct
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Cape Breton Eagles – Oct 23
The Mooseheads take on the Cape Breton Eagles at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and bring the noise for…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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23
Oct
Nightlife New 🚗 Out of town
Halloween Dance Party – A Fundraiser for GATE Program Centre – Oct 23
Friday October 23 7pm-11pm Doors open at 6:30pm! 19+ Party Location at Truro Fire Hall, 1…
19:00 · Truro Fire Service · Out of Town
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23
Oct
Live Music
Jane Baker: Album Release Show – Oct 23
Celebrate Jane Baker & her band’s debut album Shallow Sea, with a special opening perform…
19:00 · The Mouse Trap
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23
Oct
Comedy
Luke Kidgell – Live in Canada – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia
Luke Kidgell - Live in Canada - Halifax Live Comedy Club - The Only Independent Comedy Cl…
19:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$45
23
Oct
Live Music
Quan (ON), Crosscheck (MTL) , Convulsion, Fluke @ Gus’s Pub – Oct 23
HC / Metal show @ Gus's pub on Oct 23rd as presented by Sanctuary Bookings.
19:00 · Gus’ Pub · North End
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23
Oct
Trivia & Games
The Traitors – Oct 23
Based on the reality show, will you be a traitor or a faithful?
19:00 · Freeman’s Little New York (Fairview) · West End
$51.25 – $66.63
23
Oct
Film & Cinema
TMFF Halifax 2026 ∙ – Oct 23
TMFF comes to Halifax for the first time with a night of motorcycle films made for the bi…
19:00 · Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane · Spring Garden
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23
Oct
Live Music
Alex Cuba & Symphony Nova Scotia
7:30 pm • Friday, October 23, 2026 Rebecca Cohn Feel the warmth and rhythm of Cuban-Canad…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $84
23
Oct
Theatre New
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening – Oct 23
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
23
Oct
Live Music
Lynn Miles – Oct 23
"Music that makes forlorn feel like a state of grace."
19:30 · Steeple Green Books
$30
23
Oct
Live Music
ReJigged Festival: Cassie and Maggie, Traverse W/ Nic Gareiss
Performers: Cassie and Maggie, Traverse, Nic Gareiss
19:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$42.00
23
Oct
Live Music
Garnet Rogers
The resolutely independent Garnet Rogers makes his way back out East for a pair of shows at The…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$40
23
Oct
Comedy
Giver Fest Friday Showcase October 23rd 2026 – Oct 23
CAD $20.00
20:00 · Yuk Yuk’s Halifax · Downtown
$20
23
Oct
Theatre
House Concert featuring Moira & Claire and Mikhail Laxton – Oct 23
Indie-folk-pop (Moira & Claire) meets funky melodic (Mikhail Laxton) in this mash-up that…
20:00 · Patchwork House Concerts
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23
Oct
Sports
LAST CALL – LIVE PRO WRESTLING AT PARKSIDE – Oct 23
LIVE PRO WRESTLING RETURNS TO PARKSIDE PUB & SMOKEHOUSE FOR THE LAST TIME!!
20:00 · Parkside Pub & Smokehouse · Dartmouth
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23
Oct
Live Music New
AFROBASS PARTY W/ DOPE CAESAR – Oct 23
Dope Caesar Live in Halifax 🎶
21:00 · The Marquee · North End
$31.62
23
Oct
Film & Cinema New
Rocky Horror Double! The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) – Oct 23
Friday, October 23, 9:00 PM - show added! Friday, October 30, 8:45 PM Jim Sharman | UK, U…
21:00 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
$12
23
Oct
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
KNK•A•PALOOZA: Halloween Scream
Kink-a-Palooza returns to Stardust with Halloween Scream, a spooky costume party and play night presented by Hali-Ho Events.…
21:30 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
$20 – $35
23
Oct
Live Music
Nick Campbell (Toronto)
Toronto comedian Nick Campbell brings his sharp observational humor to Halifax for one…
21:30 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Saturday
Oct 24
24
Oct
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
Benj Rowland w/ The McMillan’s Camp Boys
Benj Rowland performs at West Dublin Hall with The McMillan’s Camp Boys. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdT7eGRizo1/ (@bigturnips)
West Dublin Hall
24
Oct
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Critical Mass // System Reboot
Critical Mass returns to the Light House Arts Centre for its annual Halloween edition — the largest indoor…
Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
24
Oct
Live Music
East Hants Season Tickets – Oct 24
Get Access to all 10 home games this season!
Venue TBA
$73.58 – $186.77
24
Oct
Workshops & Classes 📷 Spotted
Fall Sip and Sculpt — Organic forms
A fall series of sip-and-sculpt ceramics workshops in Halifax, with each evening exploring a different theme — vases,…
Almona, 5659 Almon St. · North End
24
Oct
Sports 📷 Spotted
McIntosh 10K & 25K
A trail race on the McIntosh Run Trails featuring 10km and 25km distances, with prizes and great racing…
McIntosh Run Trails · West End
24
Oct
Live Music New
ReJigged Festival: Dance Workshop – Québécois Gigue – Oct 24
Performers: Yaëlle Azoulay
09:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
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24
Oct
Markets & Fairs New 📷 Spotted
Backpacker’s Bazaar
Hike Nova Scotia’s used outdoor clothing and gear sale returns to Halifax. Buy good used gear, sell your…
10:00 · St. Margaret of Scotland Church Hall (3751 Robie St, Halifax)
$5 – $10
24
Oct
Events New
Henry’s Halifax: Basics of Sports Photography – Oct 24
Come join us for an introduction into the world of Sports Photography.
10:30 · Henry’s Camera
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24
Oct
Outdoors
Matchmaking in Motion – Oct 24
Speed Dating on the trails (Ages 25-35 & 35-50 | SOLD OUT) [Sold Out]
11:00 · Long Lake Provincial Park · West End
See website
24
Oct
Events New
Henry’s Halifax: Basics of Sport Photography – Oct 24
Join us for an afternoon of shooting Gaelic Football on the sidelines of Harbour East All…
12:15 · Harbour East All Weather Field
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24
Oct
Live Music New
ReJigged Festival: Dance Workshop – Making Music with Your Feet – Oct 24
Performers: Nic Gareiss
13:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
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24
Oct
Arts & Culture New
Crit Club – Oct 24
Share and discuss your artwork with local creative professionals in a supportive, thought…
13:30 · Writers’ Federation of Nova Scotia · Out of Town
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24
Oct
Live Music
Garnet Rogers – Saturday matinee
The resolutely independent Garnet Rogers makes his way back out East for a pair of shows…
13:30 · The Carleton · Downtown
$40
24
Oct
Live Music
Krisanne Crowell and The Blues Bandits – Oct 24
Krisanne Crowell and The Blues Bandits are bringing the heat to Bearly’s on Saturday—catch some killer blues and…
16:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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24
Oct
Markets & Fairs 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Salt & Sea Full Moon Market
Lunenburg’s newest night market debuts on the docks at Zwickers Wharf. Spend an autumn evening by the ocean…
16:00 · Zwicker Wharf (Lunenburg) · Out of Town
24
Oct
Live Music New
Country Beats for Dad – Oct 24-25
We’re back for Year 2! Two unforgettable days of country music at Montes Showbar, Oct. 24…
17:00 · Monte’s Showbar Grill · Downtown
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24
Oct
Live Music
LOUD WOMEN Fest Halifax – Oct 24
LOUD WOMEN Fest returns to Halifax for its 2nd year, bringing together an eclectic lineup…
17:00 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$27.96
24
Oct
Live Music
Cupid Nights Mixer – Oct 24
A guided social mixer filled with interactive games, salsa dancing and mini dates (Ages 4…
19:00 · Bayers Lake, Halifax · West End
See website
24
Oct
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Charlottetown Islanders – Oct 24
The Mooseheads take on Charlottetown at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and bring the noise for some hard-hitting junior…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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24
Oct
Trivia & Games New
Horror Movie Madness: A Drag and Trivia Night – Oct 24
A night of drag performances and trivia breaks to celebrate our favourite scary movies, j…
19:00 · Centrestage Theatre
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24
Oct
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Mat Hughes Album Release Show with Sadie Skinner
Mat Hughes celebrates the release of his new album with a full-band performance at St. Matthew’s United Church,…
19:00 · St. Matthew’s United Church · Downtown
24
Oct
Theatre New
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening – Oct 24
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
24
Oct
Live Music
ReJigged Festival: ReJigged Festival: É.T.É., Yaëlle Azoulay, Nic Gareiss & Inn Echo
Performers: É.T.É., Yaëlle Azoulay, Nic Gareiss, Inn Echo
19:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$42.00
24
Oct
Theatre New
Talk and Concert with Inuk Soprano Deantha Edmunds – Oct 24
19:30 · Joseph Strug Concert Hall · South End
$15 – $20
24
Oct
Live Music
Lynn Miles
National treasure (and we don’t use that term lightly), Lynn Miles, returns to her Halifa…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$30
24
Oct
Comedy
The Blind Comedy Show – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia – Oct 24
The Blind Comedy Show - Halifax Live Comedy Club - The Only Independent Comedy Club in Ha…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$20
24
Oct
Arts & Culture
A Ghouls’ Night Out – Oct 24
Join us on October 24th, 2026 at Staggers Pub & Grub for a fabulously spooky show! Hosted…
21:00 · Staggers Pub & Grub · Dartmouth
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24
Oct
Live Music
Corey Isenor CD Release!
Corey Isenor's dropping his new CD at Bearly's, and you know this local crew show is…
21:30 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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24
Oct
Live Music 🚗 Out of town
SHAMELESS
Saturday night dance at the Shore Club, Hubbards. Tickets at the door at 9:30 PM.
21:30 · The Shore Club · Out of Town
At the door
Sunday
Oct 25
25
Oct
Workshops & Classes New
Tancook Island Open Textile Day 2026 – Oct 25
Join Lucy Neatby and Tancook Island friends for our 4th annual social day of hooking, kni…
11:00 · 39 School Rd
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25
Oct
Theatre New
Elevator Theatre presents Spring Awakening – Oct 25
Spring Awakening – October 8-25,2026
14:00 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$42 – $52
25
Oct
Arts & Culture New
Oak Island Treasure. A Family Rock Musical. – Oct 25
Go back in time and discover Oak Island Treasure together - or walk the plank, mateys! Ar…
14:00 · St John’s United Church
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25
Oct
Outdoors New
Banff Centre – Mountain Film Festival – Oct 2026 – Oct 25
After 2 sold-out screenings, we're proud to be showing 6 new films as part of the program…
14:30 · Old Confidence Lodge
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25
Oct
Sports New
Halifax Wanderers Watch Party – Oct 25
Come join DUES and watch Halifax's favorite soccer team face off against Inter Toronto at…
16:00 · Wanderers Grounds · South End
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25
Oct
Markets & Fairs 📷 Spotted
Haunted Night Market
A spooky Halloween-themed night market under the big outdoor tent at Alderney Landing, featuring local vendors, costumes welcome,…
16:00 · Alderney Landing · Dartmouth
25
Oct
Sports
Halifax Wanderers FC vs. FC Supra
Additional ticket discounts and packages can be found here: https://www.canpl.ca/hfxwande…
17:00 · The Wanderers Grounds · South End
25
Oct
Community New
Zine Launch Party & Movie Night – Oct 25
Celebrate the launch of "Queer Love as Revolution" with a pyjama party & screening of the…
18:00 · The Board Room Game Cafe · Downtown
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25
Oct
Live Music New
Merry Melodramas: Nightmare On Ochterloney Street – Oct 25
Sanctuary Arts Centre in Dartmouth is hosting a spooky take on melodrama with Merry Melodramas: Nightmare On Ochterloney…
18:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$31.47
25
Oct
Live Music
First Of Bells – Début Performance!
A project over a year in the making to reimagine the music of iconic Cape Breton songwrit…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$25
25
Oct
Sports New
STOMPER – Oct 25
Exlcusive screening of STOMPER
19:00 · Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane · Spring Garden
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Monday
Oct 26
26
Oct
Trivia & Games
Bearly: a Trivia – Oct 26
With everyone’s best friend- Kieran!!!
18:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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26
Oct
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Oct 26
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
26
Oct
Community
Halifax Gals & Pals Ghost Walk & Picnic
Celebrate Spooky Season with a ghostly picnic and a guided ghost walk through the Halifax…
19:00 · Halifax Citadel National Historic Site · Downtown
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26
Oct
Workshops & Classes
Spooky Figures Paint & Sip At Chain Yard Urban Cider & Taproom – Oct 26
Paints, glitter, dried flowers, tissue paper & gems! ✨ Everything you need for a fun, cre…
19:00 · Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom · North End
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26
Oct
Live Music
Open Song Circle with Noah Tye!
Take a turn on the Bearly’s stage!
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Tuesday
Oct 27
27
Oct
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
27
Oct
Talks & Ideas New
Nova Scotia Vessels as Research Platforms: The Sea Turtle Story – Oct 27 – Sep 15
Learn how researchers use Nova Scotia boats to track sea turtles across the ocean at this Maritime Museum…
18:30 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
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27
Oct
Talks & Ideas New 📷 Spotted
Tuesday Night Talks
The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic’s fall series of Tuesday Night Talks features guest speakers on maritime history…
18:30 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
27
Oct
Comedy
JB Smoove Live – Oct 27
Born in Plymouth, North Carolina and raised in Mount Vernon, NY, J.B. Smoove is an Emmy A…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$23.5 – $78.5
27
Oct
Community
Spooky Silly Skeletons – Oct 27
Halifax's Deadliest Punchlines!
20:00 · Clayton Park Bar & Grill · West End
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Wednesday
Oct 28
28
Oct
Comedy
Catherine Robertson’s Comedy Hour!
Catherine Robertson brings her comedy hour to the stage—sharp, funny, and exactly what…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
28
Oct
Live Music
Karaoke with Mimi! – Oct 28
Mimi’s hosting karaoke at Bearly’s, so bring your pipes and prepare to belt out some bangers with fellow…
22:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Thursday
Oct 29
29
Oct
Live Music
Morgan Davis Happy Hour – Oct 29
Morgan Davis is spinning at happy hour on October 29th — the perfect excuse to hit up…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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29
Oct
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Oct 29
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
29
Oct
Live Music New
October 29th – Oct 29
Earth Moon Transit, Pavel Stroke, Motherhood & Fishmonger Oct 29th @ The Seahorse
19:00 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
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29
Oct
Live Music
Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony
7:30 pm • Thursday, October 29, 2026 Rebecca Cohn Hold on tight for Anna Clyne’s Stride,…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $89
29
Oct
Live Music
Roxy & T.U.S.S. Perform Amy Winehouse’s Back To Black – added show! – Oct 29
Roxy & The Underground Soul Sound proudly present a powerful tribute to the late Amy Wine…
19:30 · The Carleton · Downtown
$39.90
29
Oct
Community
The Fright Crawl | Halifax Halloween Bar Crawl 2026 – Oct 29-30
Kickoff night of Halifax's Halloween weekend. One wristband, 4+ bars, a host, a live map…
19:30 · Freeman’s Little New York
Free
29
Oct
Comedy
Two Pianos No Rodeo: Bob Wiseman & Mike Boguski
Performers: Bob Wiseman, Mike Boguski
19:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$30.00
29
Oct
Live Music
30 Years of Spice Girls – Oct 29
Girl Power is taking over!
20:00 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
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29
Oct
Comedy
Pro Am Night Halifax
Local comics and pros mixing it up at Yuk Yuk's—think open mic meets masterclass…
20:00 · Yuk Yuk’s Halifax · Downtown
$10
29
Oct
Live Music
Spank Williams & Ben Vallee – Oct 29
Spank Williams and Ben Vallee bring their musical chemistry to life with a night of…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Friday
Oct 30
30
Oct
Wellness New 📷 Spotted
Bass Temple: Underworld — Halloween Night Sauna
An immersive after-dark Halloween experience inside Nature Folk’s thermal circuit, where Bass Temple fills the space with deep…
Nature Folk
30
Oct
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Charlie’s Devil’s Night
Charlie’s first-ever goth night, celebrating Devil’s Night with DJ Loukas Stillspooky spinning post-punk, darkwave, coldwave, EBM, industrial and…
Charlie’s Club · North End
30
Oct
Live Music
Big Easy Fridays with Mike Cowie & John Alphonse
Mike Cowie and John Alphonse bring the New Orleans vibes to Big Easy Fridays this Friday…
17:30 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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30
Oct
Film & Cinema New
Rocky Horror Double! Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror (2025) – Oct 30
Friday, October 30, 6:30 PM Linus O’Brien | USA | 2025 | 90m RIP Tim Curry! We remember t…
18:30 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
$12
30
Oct
Community
The Halifax Witches Ball 2026 – Oct 30-31
Get ready to dance under the full moon at The Halifax Witches Ball, where magic and misch…
19:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$44.32
30
Oct
Comedy
GAVIN STEPHENS – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia
GAVIN STEPHENS - Halifax Live Comedy Club - The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax,…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$20
30
Oct
Community
Halifax’s Haunted Hop 2026: Halloween Bar Crawl (Friday, Oct 30)
Halifax's Friday Halloween takeover. One wristband, 4+ bars, no cover, a host and a live…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
Free
30
Oct
Live Music
Jimmy Rankin: Song Dog: 25th Anniversary Tour
Doors 7PM | Show 8PM | All Ages
20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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30
Oct
Live Music
Roxy & T.U.S.S. Perform Amy Winehouse’s Back To Black
Roxy & The Underground Soul Sound proudly present a powerful tribute to the late Amy Wine…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$39.90
30
Oct
Community
Halifax Halloween Bar Crawl — Halloween Friday – Oct 30-31
Halifax's Friday Halloween takeover. One wristband, 4+ bars, no cover, a host and a live…
20:30 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
Free
30
Oct
Film & Cinema New
Rocky Horror Double! The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) – Oct 30
Friday, October 23, 9:00 PM - show added! Friday, October 30, 8:45 PM Jim Sharman | UK, U…
20:45 · Carbon Arc Cinema · Downtown
$12
30
Oct
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
FRENZY
Submassive Productions presents FRENZY, a Halloween night of house music at Stillwell Brewery featuring Toronto’s Miz Megs with…
21:00 · Stillwell Brewery
$20
30
Oct
Live Music
FRENZY 2026 – Oct 30-31
Welcome to the annual Halloween costume party...FRENZY
21:00 · Stillwell Hi-Fi · North End
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Saturday
Oct 31
31
Oct
Community
BRICKSPLOSION 2026 – The Halifax LEGO® Fan Event – Oct 31
Get ready for BRICKSPLOSION 2026 - the ultimate LEGO® fan event where you can build, play…
09:00 · Dalhousie Student Union Building · South End
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31
Oct
Outdoors New
Gals & Pals Fall Colours Hike Club : October – Oct 31
Join us to enjoy the fall colours on this beginner friendly stroll through Shubie Park!
09:00 · Shubie Park Trailhead (2).
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31
Oct
Community New 📷 Spotted
Pumpkin Painting
A butch and femme community meet-up on the Halifax Commons for outdoor pumpkin painting. Bring your own pumpkin…
13:00 · Halifax Common (lawn across from Good Robot beer garden) · North End
31
Oct
Community
The Fright Crawl | Halifax Halloween Day Bar Crawl 2026 – Oct 31
Costumes in daylight. Halifax's Halloween day party crawl, 1 PM to 8 PM: 4+ bars, one wri…
13:00 · Venue TBA
Free
31
Oct
Live Music New
Atlantic Boylesque: Haunt Me Harder IV – Laid to Rest – Oct 31
Atlantic Boylesque’s spookiest show yet lands at Sanctuary Arts Centre in Dartmouth this Halloween—expect killer performances and a…
17:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$25.00
31
Oct
Film & Cinema New
Halloween Bash – Old Confidence Lodge – Oct 31
Join us for our 3rd Annual Halloween Bash, featuring a screening of The Rocky Horror Pict…
19:00 · Old Confidence Lodge
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31
Oct
Community
The Fright Crawl | Halifax’s #1 Halloween Bar Crawl 2026 – Oct 31 – Nov 01
Halloween night in Halifax, done properly. One wristband, 4+ bars, no cover, a host and a…
19:30 · Venue TBA
Free
31
Oct
Arts & Culture
Trio Hélios – Oct 31
Featuring cellist Raphaël Jouan, pianist Alexis Gournel, and violinist Luka Ispir is know…
19:30 · St. Andrew’s United Church · South End
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31
Oct
Live Music 🚗 Out of town
Belly Up Presents Nowhere Road – Oct 31
Belly Up presents the Nowhere Road HALLOWEEN Bash! 🎃👻 Get ready for a spooktacular night…
20:00 · Belly Up BBQ & Grill · Out of Town
$10 – $15
31
Oct
Comedy
GAVIN STEPHENS – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia
GAVIN STEPHENS - Halifax Live Comedy Club - The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax,…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$20
31
Oct
Live Music
Ghouls Gone Wild – Oct 31
👻 HAUS OF TOWERS PRESENTS 👻 GHOULS GONE WILD 🎃 This Halloween, the Haus of Towers is rais…
20:00 · Station Six · West End
$23.13
31
Oct
Community
Halifax’s Haunted Hop 2026: Halloween Bar Crawl (Saturday, Oct 31)
Halloween night in Halifax, done properly. One wristband, 4+ bars, no cover, a host and a…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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31
Oct
Live Music
Halloween Goth & Rock Night – Oct 31
It’s rare Halloween on a Saturday night so why not a Goth Rock Night, right? To that end…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$17.10
31
Oct
Community
Halifax Halloween Bar Crawl — Halloween Saturday on – Oct 31 – Nov 01
Halloween night in Halifax, done properly. One wristband, 4+ bars, no cover, a host and a…
20:30 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
Free
31
Oct
Live Music
The Blue Devils Halloween Bash! – Oct 31
The Blue Devils are bringing Halloween vibes to Bearly’s with live blues that’ll get the whole crew moving—costumes…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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31
Oct
Live Music New
DANCING QUEEN: HALLOWEEN – Oct 31
SATURDAY OCTOBER 31 2026 DANCING QUEEN'S ABBA TRIBUTE IS HERE FOR HALLOWEEN! 9:30PM DOORS…
22:00 · The Marquee · North End
$25
31
Oct
Live Music
GET THE FUNK OUT: HALLOWEEN W/ THE BROOD & CENTURYSAMUEL – Oct 31
IT’S HALLOWEEN
22:00 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$15
31
Oct
Community
HAUNTED 2.0: AFROWEEN PARTY – Oct 31 – Nov 01
HAUNTED IS BACK AGAIN FOR ITS SECOND EDITION HOSTED BY BANGA X RHYTHM & VIBES
22:00 · The Auction House · Downtown
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31
Oct
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
Spooktacular Halloween Party
A Halloween costume party at Bedford Beer Garden with DJ sets from The DJ Double A, Key Concepts,…
22:00 · Bedford Beer Garden · Bedford
31
Oct
Community New
Spooktacular Halloween Party – Oct 31 – Nov 01
Your Halloween Night starts here. Costumes, Live Djs, great energy and a night to remembe…
22:00 · Bedford Basin Beer Garden · Bedford
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31
Oct
Nightlife 📷 Spotted
The Austin Powers Rave
Backlot HFX and Yas! Company present a shagadelic Halloween night of drag, dancing and international mystery. Featuring performances…
22:00 · Backlot Lounge & Nightclub · North End
$10 – $20
31
Oct
Sports
2026 Halifax Tides FC Season Tickets
Secure your seats for Halifax Tides FC's 2026 season at The Wanderers Grounds—get in…
23:59 · The Wanderers Grounds · South End
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Sunday
Nov 1
1
Nov
Workshops & Classes New 📷 Spotted
Carve a Harbour Front Ornament
Carve your own Halifax harbourfront-themed ornament at this downtown workshop. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdJgxZYDvpM/?img_index=1 (@the_woodswoman)
Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
1
Nov
Arts & Culture
Psychic Fair Advanced Tickets – Nov 01
Psychic Fair Advanced Tickets-November 1/2026
11:11 · 111 Drysdale Rd
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1
Nov
Live Music New 🚗 Out of town
Open House Music Jam – Nov 01
Open House Tunes and Jam Session.
13:00 · The Deanery Project · Out of Town
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1
Nov
Comedy
Alex Hastie – Nov 01
of Big Country Ramber fame!
15:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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1
Nov
Live Music New
AfterWords Literary Festival – Dodge City: In Conversation – Nov 01
AfterWords Literary Festival Dodge City: In Conversation with Patrick deWitt, Laurie Brow…
16:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$15
1
Nov
Theatre
Animé Cabaret – Nov 01
The wait is over! 🥳🎉✨ Aiya Xiaoxin and Elle Lixir have joined forces once more to produce…
19:00 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$11.3 – $21.69
Monday
Nov 2
2
Nov
Arts & Culture 📷 Spotted
Vivek Shraya: THE HYSTERICALS Book Tour
Author and artist Vivek Shraya brings the tour for their new novel THE HYSTERICALS to Halifax, joined by…
Venue TBA
2
Nov
Live Music New
AfterWords Literary Festival – The World We Long For: Readings and Conversation – Nov 02
AfterWords Literary Festival The World We Long For: Readings and Conversation with Vivek…
13:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$8
2
Nov
Trivia & Games New
Bearly: a Trivia – Nov 02
With everyone’s best friend- Kieran!!!
18:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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2
Nov
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Nov 02
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
2
Nov
Live Music New
Open Song Circle with Noah Tye! – Nov 02
Take a turn on the Bearly’s stage!
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Tuesday
Nov 3
3
Nov
Live Music New
AfterWords Literary Festival – On Occasion: Readings and Conversation – Nov 03
AfterWords Literary Festival On Occasion: Readings and Conversation with Daryl Bruce, Sue…
13:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
Free
3
Nov
Community 📷 Spotted
Halifax Fall Volunteer Fair
Looking for a new volunteer opportunity and a way to connect with your community? The Halifax Fall Volunteer…
13:00 · Paul O’Regan Hall, Halifax Central Library · Downtown
3
Nov
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
3
Nov
Talks & Ideas New
Life and Work on Sable Island, Parks Canada’s Study – Nov 03 – Sep 15
Parks Canada’s diving deep into Sable Island’s wild history and ecosystem at the Maritime Museum—perfect for anyone curious…
18:30 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
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3
Nov
Talks & Ideas New 📷 Spotted
Tuesday Night Talks
The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic’s fall series of Tuesday Night Talks features guest speakers on maritime history…
18:30 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
3
Nov
Live Music
Korpiklaani & Crimson Shadows – Nov 03
Korpiklaani & Crimson Shadows Live in Halifax. Nov 3rd, 7pm, The Marquee
19:00 · The Marquee · North End
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Wednesday
Nov 4
4
Nov
LGBTQ+ 📷 Spotted
Eat Your Art Out
Page1 Theatre, in partnership with the Q Creative Network, presents a city-wide fundraiser supporting Queer artists in Nova…
Various
4
Nov
Live Music New
AfterWords Literary Festival: Still Here/GeneratioNS – Nov 04
AfterWords Literary Festival Still Here/GeneratioNS with Thandiwe McCarthy and Aquakultre…
13:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$8
4
Nov
Live Music
Silent Reading – Nov 04
Silent Reading
18:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
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4
Nov
Live Music
An Evening With Alan Cross
Internationally known broadcaster, interviewer, writer, consultant, blogger and speaker A…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$30
4
Nov
Comedy
Catherine Robertson’s Comedy Hour! – Nov 04
Catherine Robertson brings her comedy hour to Bearly’s on Barrington—perfect excuse to skip the rainy weather and laugh…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Thursday
Nov 5
5
Nov
Live Music New
AfterWords Literary Festival – To Be Seen and Treated As Human: In Conversation – Nov 05
AfterWords Literary Festival To Be Seen and Treated As Human: In Conversation with Feisal…
13:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
Free
5
Nov
Community 📷 Spotted
Handmade Holiday Boutique
A free-entry handmade holiday shopping pop-up featuring local makers and small businesses at IKEA Halifax. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdBoG7EFXRc/?img_index=1…
15:00 · IKEA Halifax, 645 Cutler Avenue, Dartmouth · Dartmouth
5
Nov
Community
The Biggest “LITTLE” Auction in Sackville/Bedford – Nov 05
Get ready to bid on some seriously cool "LITTLE" treasures, and taste some of the "BIGGES…
16:00 · Building Futures Employment Society
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5
Nov
Live Music
Morgan Davis Happy Hour – Nov 05
Morgan Davis is bringing the good vibes to Bearly’s on Thursday night—perfect excuse to swing by with your…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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5
Nov
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Nov 05
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
5
Nov
Live Music
Alan Cross Presents: UNCHARTED
Celebrated Canadian musicologist Alan Cross brings a live version of his popular UNCHARTE…
19:30 · The Carleton · Downtown
$30
5
Nov
Live Music
Nathan Carter – Nov 05
Born in Liverpool to Irish parents, Nathan Carter is one of Ireland’s most successful rec…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$63 – $80
5
Nov
Arts & Culture
Spontaneity: Stand-up & Improv – Nov 05
Stand-up Comedy that will inspire improv scenes!
19:30 · 1743 Grafton St · Downtown
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5
Nov
Live Music New
30 Years of Spice Girls – Nov 05
Girl Power is taking over!
20:00 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
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Friday
Nov 6
6
Nov
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Mo Kenney Live at Steeple Green
Nova Scotia singer-songwriter Mo Kenney performs live at Steeple Green in Musquodoboit Harbour. Tickets are limited and available…
Steeple Green Books
$25
6
Nov
Live Music
HALIWEEN: A Rap Halloween Party – Nov 06
Warlet drops DEAD7Y with a rap Halloween party. Local rappers, DJ Ubuntu all night, costu…
09:00 · Stillwell Hi-Fi · North End
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6
Nov
Community
Hal-Con Sci-Fi Fantasy Convention 2026, November 6-8th – Nov 06-8
Atlantic Canada's premier sci-fi and fantasy convention returns for 2026!
12:00 · Halifax Convention Centre · Downtown
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6
Nov
Live Music New
Afterwords Literary Festival: Expanding Masculinities: Panel Discussion – Nov 06
AfterWords Literary Festival Expanding Masculinities: Panel Discussion with Stephens Gera…
13:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
Free
6
Nov
Community
Geekbounding: Cosplay and Cocktails 2026 – Nov 06
Dress in your best geek-inspired outfit and join us for snacks and a photobooth! Stay for…
19:00 · Pacifico · Downtown
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6
Nov
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Cape Breton Eagles – Nov 06
The Mooseheads take on the Cape Breton Eagles at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and settle in for some…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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6
Nov
Live Music New
In Her Hands (Masks Required; Livestream Option) – Nov 06
In Her Hands brings live music to Sanctuary Arts Centre with masks welcome and a livestream option if…
19:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$15.00
6
Nov
Live Music 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Weekends at the Opera House — Jah’Mila
Lunenburg Folk Harbour Society presents a fall concert series at the Lunenburg Opera House, with six shows on…
19:30 · Lunenburg Opera House · Out of Town
6
Nov
Live Music
E Richard Iman Club Live at Stage1 – Nov 06
A night of experimental rock pop and total vibe with E Richard Iman Club. Expect the unex…
20:00 · Mill Cove Brew Pub · Bedford
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6
Nov
Comedy
FARRIS HYTIAA – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia – Nov 06
FARRIS HYTIAA - Halifax Live Comedy Club - The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, N…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$20
6
Nov
Live Music
Hawksley Workman
Doors 7PM | Show 8PM | All Ages
20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
$46.50 – $52.04
6
Nov
Live Music
Marc McLaughlin with Beauts and Nicky Band – Nov 06-7
Live music with: Marc McLaughlin, Beauts, and Nicky Band at Gus' Pub.
20:00 · Gus’ Pub · North End
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6
Nov
Live Music
Norma MacDonald Band w/ Logan Edward MacKay – Nov 06
A year doesn’t seem right unless we have a Norma MacDonald date on our calendar, so we’re…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$34.20
6
Nov
Live Music
Raine Maida & Chantal Kreviazuk – I’m Going to Break Your Heart Tour – Nov 06
With a combined 30 nominations, eight Juno Awards, and a Grammy, Raine Maida (Our Lady Pe…
20:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$61.75 – $76.75
6
Nov
Live Music
November Cover Series: Foo Fighters, Queens of the Stone Age, Them Crooked Vultures – Nov 06
Vultures of the Stone Age covers Queens of the Stone Age and Them Crooked Vultures Tribut…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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6
Nov
Live Music New
The GULLZ – “WASTED” EP Release – Nov 06
The GULLZ EP Release W/ Special Guests Very Gerry & Jazz Lewis
21:00 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
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Saturday
Nov 7
7
Nov
Live Music New
AfterWords Literary Festival – Saturday Afternoon Readings – Nov 07
AfterWords Literary Festival Afternoon Readings with Leonard Diepeveen, Ruth Ozeki, Rober…
13:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$10
7
Nov
Arts & Culture
Paint a Poppy: A Remembrance Day Community Fundraiser – Nov 07
An afternoon of creativity, community & remembrance — help us fill the hall with 100 pain…
13:00 · St Genevieve’s Church Hall
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7
Nov
Live Music New
Joe Murphy & The Water Street Blues Band – Nov 07
Joe Murphy & The Water Street Blues Band are bringing classic blues to Bearly’s on Saturday night —…
16:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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7
Nov
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Over 30’s Day Party – 80s & 90s
A daytime clubbing party for the over-30s crowd, packed with 80s and 90s anthems. Runs 4-9pm at Pacifico…
16:00 · Pacifico · Downtown
7
Nov
Live Music
Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson – Nov 07
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
18:30 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$42.12
7
Nov
Live Music
Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
18:30 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$40.50
7
Nov
Live Music 🚗 Out of town
Bluegrass Tradition – Nov 07
An Evening of Traditional Bluegrass & East Coast Roots Music
19:00 · Neri Arts Center · Out of Town
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7
Nov
Community
Evening for E Fry 2026 – Nov 07
Join us to celebrate & support the Elizabeth Fry Society of Mainland NS with food, drinks…
19:00 · Garrison Brewing Company · Downtown
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7
Nov
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Saint John Sea Dogs – Nov 07
The Mooseheads take on the Sea Dogs at Scotiabank Centre—bring your crew and get ready for some heated…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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7
Nov
Sports
Induction Night 2026 Presented by Support4Sport – Nov 07
The Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame recognizes the best of the best at this annual event,…
19:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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7
Nov
Social & Networking
Meet and Game: 40+ year olds – Nov 07
A game night for the 40+ year old crowd — because meeting new people shouldn’t stop just…
19:00 · Freeman’s Little New York Sackville
$15.38
7
Nov
Live Music New
In Her Hands (with ASL interpretation) – Nov 07
In Her Hands brings live music to the Sanctuary in Dartmouth with ASL interpretation, so everyone can catch…
19:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$15.00
7
Nov
Comedy
Sophie’s Surprise 29th – Nov 07
Get in losers, Sophie is turning 29 and we’re celebrating. This is award-winning circus,…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$13.5 – $33.5
7
Nov
Comedy
FARRIS HYTIAA – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia – Nov 07
FARRIS HYTIAA - Halifax Live Comedy Club - The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, N…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$20
7
Nov
Live Music
Petty Larceny – The Music Of Tom Petty
Thanks to packing out two shows in May, we’ve convinced Petty Larceny to come back to The…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$25
7
Nov
Live Music
Candlelight: Ed Sheeran & Coldplay
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
20:45 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$57.24
7
Nov
Live Music
Novemebr Cover Series: The Wharf Rats (The Grateful Dead ) – Nov 07
The Wharf Rats bring their Grateful Dead tribute to Bearly’s—perfect for a Saturday night of jam band vibes…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Sunday
Nov 8
8
Nov
Live Music New
AfterWords Literary Festival – Book Appétit Brunch – Nov 08
AfterWords Literary Festival Book Appétit Brunch Sunday November 8 at The Carleton. Doors…
11:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$50
8
Nov
Live Music
Bach, Bach, Bach, & Bach
2:00 pm • Sunday, November 8, 2026 Halifax United Church Step into the extraordinary musi…
14:00 · Symphony Nova Scotia · South End
$30 – $89
8
Nov
Live Music New
In Her Hands (Relaxed Performance) – Nov 08
Catch a relaxed performance of In Her Hands at Sanctuary Arts Centre in Dartmouth—perfect if you want live…
14:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$15.00
8
Nov
Live Music 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Weekends at the Opera House — Rachel & Darren
Lunenburg Folk Harbour Society presents a fall concert series at the Lunenburg Opera House, with six shows on…
15:00 · Lunenburg Opera House · Out of Town
8
Nov
Live Music
Carl Mayotte Quintet
Award winning Quebec jazz-fusion bassist Carl Mayotte Quintet brings the band to Halifax…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$25
8
Nov
Live Music
Jake Vaadeland & The Sturgeon River Boys – Nov 08
Presented by Sonic Concerts at Seahorse Tavern.
20:00 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$35.44 – $40.97
Monday
Nov 9
9
Nov
Trivia & Games New
Bearly: a Trivia – Nov 09
With everyone’s best friend- Kieran!!!
18:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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9
Nov
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Nov 09
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
9
Nov
Live Music New
Open Song Circle with Noah Tye! – Nov 09
Take a turn on the Bearly’s stage!
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Tuesday
Nov 10
10
Nov
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
10
Nov
Talks & Ideas New
The Canadian Navy during the First Gulf War 1990-91 – Nov 10 – Sep 15
Learn how the Canadian Navy stepped up during the 1990-91 Gulf War at a talk at the Maritime…
18:30 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
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10
Nov
Talks & Ideas New 📷 Spotted
Tuesday Night Talks
The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic’s fall series of Tuesday Night Talks features guest speakers on maritime history…
18:30 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
10
Nov
Comedy
Angelo Tsarouchas Diaspora Tour – Nov 10
Angelo Tsarouchas brings his Diaspora Tour to Yuk Yuk's with stories about identity and…
20:00 · Yuk Yuk’s Halifax · Downtown
$45
Wednesday
Nov 11
11
Nov
Theatre
Our Town – Nov 11-15
November 11 - 15, 2026 Scotiabank Studio Stage YPCo ...
Neptune Theatre · Downtown
$28 – $70
11
Nov
Comedy
Catherine Robertson’s Comedy Hour! – Nov 11
Catherine Robertson’s bringing her comedy hour to Bearly’s on Wednesday night—perfect excuse to get out of the rain…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Thursday
Nov 12
12
Nov
Theatre
Dr Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas – Nov 12 – Jan 10
November 12 - January 10, 2027 Fountain Hall Stage - Directed by Michelle Langille Holida…
Neptune Theatre · Downtown
$40 – $119
12
Nov
Live Music 📷 Spotted
Nova Scotia Music Week 2026
Nova Scotia Music Week returns to Truro/We’kwampekitk for four days of showcases, conference sessions, mixers and awards. The…
Venue TBA
$75 – $150
12
Nov
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
Shenanigans
Shenanigans returns to Halifax for its biggest edition yet, taking over Cineplex Park Lane on November 12. Via…
Cineplex Park Lane
12
Nov
Markets & Fairs 📷 Spotted
Merry Geeks Market
A geek-themed holiday pop-up market with local vendors selling fandom-inspired handmade goods. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdBoG7EFXRc/?img_index=1 (@thepopupmarkethalifax)
15:00 · IKEA Halifax, 645 Cutler Avenue, Dartmouth · Dartmouth
12
Nov
Live Music
Morgan Davis Happy Hour – Nov 12
Morgan Davis is bringing live tunes to Bearly’s on Thursday night—perfect excuse to grab your crew and settle…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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12
Nov
Live Music New
Our Heritage: Food, Music & Art – Nov 12
Performers: Lotus Wight, Mary-Beth Carty, Koromanti & the North Star, Michael Pendergast,…
18:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$60.00
12
Nov
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Nov 12
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
12
Nov
Live Music
Carolina East
Carolina East brings a rich blend of gospel, Americana, and country to The Carleton stage…
19:30 · The Carleton · Downtown
$25
12
Nov
Comedy
Pro Am Night Halifax
Watch local comedians test new material alongside pros at Yuk Yuk's—perfect rainy…
20:00 · Yuk Yuk’s Halifax · Downtown
$10
12
Nov
Community New
The Family Business Cocktail Party – Nov 12
Halifax's newest themed event. An elegant night of Luxury, Cocktails, and Sophistication.…
20:00 · Pacifico · Downtown
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12
Nov
Live Music
Vision – Nov 12
Halifax’s newest Jazz group!
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Friday
Nov 13
13
Nov
Talks & Ideas
FASD Across the Lifespan – Living Well at Every Age – Nov 13
FASD is lifelong. Support should be too. Join us to learn, connect, and build a future wh…
08:45 · Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre, 115 Lakelands Blvd., Halifax · Downtown
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13
Nov
Markets & Fairs New
Craft Nova Scotia Designer Craft Show – Nov 13-15
Discover amazing handmade crafts and chat with local artists at the Craft Nova Scotia Des…
10:00 · Pier 22 Pavilion
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13
Nov
Markets & Fairs
Dartmouth Handcrafters Craft Show – Nov 13-15
Calling vendors and small Businesses Join us for theSeasonal Music Craft and Vendor Marke…
10:00 · Zatzman Sportsplex · Dartmouth
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13
Nov
Community New
Halifax Craft & Community Vendor Expo – Nov 13-15
Discover unique crafts and local vibes at the Halifax Craft & Community Vendor Expo—fun t…
10:00 · Halifax Convention Centre · Downtown
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13
Nov
Events New
Halifax Design Week 2026 – Nov 13-15
Halifax Design Week 2026 is a fun, in-person celebration of local creativity and cutting-…
10:00 · Spring Garden Road · Spring Garden
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13
Nov
Community New
Halifax Fall Art,Craft,Food &Community Festival 2026 – Nov 13-15
Celebrate local vibes with art, crafts, tasty bites, and good times at Halifax’s Fall Fes…
10:00 · Halifax Common (lawn across from Good Robot beer garden) · North End
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13
Nov
Arts & Culture
Andrew Packer: Stand Up Comedy – Nov 13
Stand up comedian fresh the release his new Dry Bar Comedy Special. Often recognized from…
19:00 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
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13
Nov
Live Music
Protest The Hero – Nov 13
Protest The Hero – Nov 13th – 7pm – The Marquee.
19:00 · The Marquee · North End
$35
13
Nov
Trivia & Games
Speed Date & Game (25-35 year olds) – Nov 13
10 single straight guys and 10 single straight girls will speed date, play games and get…
19:00 · Freeman’s Little New York (Fairview) · West End
$25.63
13
Nov
Live Music
SymphoniCon: Music of Anime
7:30 pm • Friday, November 13, 2026 Rebecca Cohn Experience the emotion and energy of you…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $84
13
Nov
Live Music New
An Evening With Joel Plaskett – Friday – Nov 13
It’s been awhile, but the first artist to ever perform on our stage (in 2008) and one of…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$50
13
Nov
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
Joel Plaskett (Solo)
Nova Scotia singer-songwriter Joel Plaskett returns to The Carleton for two intimate solo performances. Tickets are on sale…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
13
Nov
Live Music
LIVE AT GUS’S PUB – Dumb Crush with support from Fencing – Nov 13
Dumb Crush comes to Halifax on the "Can't Say It Wasn't Fun" Tour.
20:00 · Gus’ Pub · North End
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13
Nov
Live Music
Urban Noise Live at Stage1 – Nov 13
A high energy cover band playing hits from the 70s to today. Urban Noise keeps the dance…
20:00 · Mill Cove Brew Pub · Bedford
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13
Nov
Live Music
Neil Young Tribute presented by The Olympic Symphonium! (Fredericton) – Nov 13
including the Album HARVEST in full!
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Saturday
Nov 14
14
Nov
LGBTQ+ 📷 Spotted
MUFF
MUFF is a new dance party landing Saturday, November 14th with VIX and Fawn Big Canoe on the…
TBA
14
Nov
Workshops & Classes
MUSIC CARE CONFERENCE 2026 Virtual – Nov 14
Immerse yourself in a day filled with captivating presentations, interactive workshops, a…
09:00 · Dalhousie University · South End
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14
Nov
Live Music
Donnie Donahue – Nov 14
Donnie Donahue’s bringing the blues to Bearly’s on the 14th—grab your crew and settle in for some real…
16:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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14
Nov
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Remparts de Québec – Nov 14
The Mooseheads take on the Remparts in a rowdy QMJHL matchup at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and settle…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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14
Nov
Live Music New
chik white – Nov 14
chik white Live at Steeple Green
19:30 · Steeple Green Books
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14
Nov
Arts & Culture
“Songs by Animals” – Nov 14
This powerful new song cycle by composer Michael Donovan and poet John Sobol receives its…
19:30 · St. Andrew’s United Church · South End
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14
Nov
Live Music New
An Evening With Joel Plaskett – Saturday – Nov 14
It’s been awhile, but the first artist to ever perform on our stage (in 2008) and one of…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$50
14
Nov
Live Music
Blackhawk
For more than three decades, BlackHawk has remained one of country music?s most enduring…
20:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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14
Nov
Live Music New 📷 Spotted
Joel Plaskett (Solo)
Nova Scotia singer-songwriter Joel Plaskett returns to The Carleton for two intimate solo performances. Tickets are on sale…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
14
Nov
Events
Class of 2026 – Nov 14
Please Welcome Principal Doop and Vice Principal Peaks as we watch the Class of 2026 beco…
21:00 · Chain Yard Urban Cidery & Taproom · North End
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14
Nov
Live Music
November Cover Series: Led Zeppelin, ZZ Top – Nov 14
Flat Black Cadillac IS Led Zeppelin, Nasty Dogs & Funky Kings ARE ZZ TOP!!!
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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14
Nov
Live Music
Surf Fest!!! – Nov 14
get your summer wear back out!
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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14
Nov
Live Music New
EAST COAST EMO NIGHT – Nov 14
SATURDAY NOV 14 EAST COAST EMO NIGHT $15 EARLY EMO TICKETS / $20 ADVANCED TICKETS / $25 A…
22:00 · The Marquee · North End
$16.58 – $21.84
14
Nov
Community New
MUFF by VIX – Nov 14-15
MUFF is a sapphic club night for lesbians, femmes, trans women and the wider queer commun…
22:00 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
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14
Nov
Nightlife New 📷 Spotted
MUFF: Butches, Femmes & Thems
MUFF debuts at Stardust with a sapphic dance party featuring DJs Sophie Jones (Toronto) and Fawn Big Canoe…
22:00 · Stardust Bar + Kitchen · Downtown
Sunday
Nov 15
15
Nov
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Newfoundland Regiment – Nov 15
The Mooseheads take on Newfoundland at Scotiabank Centre for some hard-hitting junior hockey action. Grab your crew and…
15:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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15
Nov
Live Music
The Olympic Symphonium (Fredericton) – Nov 15
Fredericton's The Olympic Symphonium bringing their sound to Bearly's for a Sunday…
15:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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15
Nov
Film & Cinema
Leif Vollebekk, with special guest Rose Cousins – Nov 15
Leif Vollebekk is an acclaimed singer-songwriter originally from Ottawa who now resides i…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$23.5 – $133.5
Monday
Nov 16
16
Nov
Trivia & Games New
Bearly: a Trivia – Nov 16
With everyone’s best friend- Kieran!!!
18:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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16
Nov
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Nov 16
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
16
Nov
Live Music New
Ridge – Nov 16
The Fugitives
19:00 · Bella Rose Arts Centre · West End
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16
Nov
Live Music
A Coast-to-Coast Cowboy Christmas – Nov 16
Canadian country superstars George Canyon and Aaron Pritchett are joining forces once aga…
20:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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16
Nov
Live Music New
Open Song Circle with Noah Tye! – Nov 16
Take a turn on the Bearly’s stage!
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Tuesday
Nov 17
17
Nov
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
17
Nov
Talks & Ideas New
Behind the Bulkheads: The Naval Museum of Halifax – Nov 17 – Sep 15
Dive into Halifax’s naval history with a behind-the-scenes look at the Maritime Museum’s collection—perfect for curious kids and…
18:30 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
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17
Nov
Talks & Ideas New 📷 Spotted
Tuesday Night Talks
The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic’s fall series of Tuesday Night Talks features guest speakers on maritime history…
18:30 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
17
Nov
Live Music
Tulua (Ireland) W/ Lily Gunn – Nov 17
If you’re a fan of Celtic music, you’d have to be daft to miss fast-rising Irish traditio…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$25
Wednesday
Nov 18
18
Nov
Live Music
It’s A Little Bit Funny – Nov 18
Retired YouTuber turned music school owner Chelsi Madonna presents It’s A Little Bit Funn…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$30
18
Nov
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Tapas & Trivia Night at The Post Office
Chef Richard Julien and Linden Campbell host an evening of chef-created tapas and friendly competition at The Post…
19:00 · The Post Office Consulting House · South End
$45
Thursday
Nov 19
19
Nov
Markets & Fairs 📷 Spotted
The Pop Up Market at IKEA Halifax
A holiday pop-up market with local makers and small businesses at IKEA Halifax. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdBoG7EFXRc/?img_index=1 (@thepopupmarkethalifax)
IKEA Halifax, 645 Cutler Avenue, Dartmouth · Dartmouth
19
Nov
Live Music
Dan Vorstermans (Morgan away) – Nov 19
Dan Vorstermans takes over Morgan away's space for an evening of live music on November…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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19
Nov
Live Music
Morgan Davis Happy Hour – Nov 19
Morgan Davis is bringing the good vibes to Bearly’s on Thursday night—grab your crew and settle in for…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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19
Nov
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Nov 19
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
19
Nov
Live Music
Harry Manx
Canadian legend, and winner of more awards than we can list here – Harry Manx – returns t…
19:30 · The Carleton · Downtown
$50
19
Nov
Live Music
Peace & Remembrance: Ravel & Vaughan Williams
7:30 pm • Thursday, November 19, 2026 Rebecca Cohn Honouring the 100th anniversary of the…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$48.50
19
Nov
Arts & Culture
Spontaneity: Party Show – Nov 19
Enjoy quick laughs, funny gags and all around fun.
19:30 · 1743 Grafton St · Downtown
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19
Nov
Live Music
Gregory Carrol and The Misdemeanours – Nov 19
Gregory Carrol and The Misdemeanours are bringing the blues to Bearly’s on Thursday night—these guys know how to…
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Friday
Nov 20
20
Nov
Live Music
Candlelight: Tribute to Adele
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
18:30 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$43.20
20
Nov
Comedy
Akaash Singh Generational Triumph Tour – Nov 20
Akaash Singh is a nationally touring stand-up comedian, podcaster, and actor. His career…
19:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$43.75 – $198.5
20
Nov
Community
Cosplay for the Holidays – Nov 20
Cosplay! Food and drinks! The holiday season! Earlybird ticket sales end Oct 1
19:30 · Garrison Brewing Company · Downtown
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20
Nov
Arts & Culture
Shelley Thompson and The Blue Engine String Quartet – Nov 20
Shelley and the Blue Engine String Quartet love to share 'Movies for the MInd' stunningly…
19:30 · Patchwork House Concerts
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20
Nov
Live Music
Cory Tetford – Nov 20
Quadruple threat (singing, songwriting, guitar and piano playing) and one of the busiest…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$50
20
Nov
Comedy
MIKE RITA – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia – Nov 20
MIKE RITA - Halifax Live Comedy Club - The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$30
20
Nov
Live Music
The East Pointers
Doors 7PM | Show 8PM | All Ages
20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
$35.44 – $40.97
20
Nov
Live Music
Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
20:45 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$58.86
20
Nov
Live Music
JJ Cale Naturally show, Roger Miller Tribute – Nov 20
with Dan Vorstermans and Alex Hastie perform JJ Cale, Zakery Miller IS Roger Miller!
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Saturday
Nov 21
21
Nov
Workshops & Classes New 📷 Spotted 🚗 Out of town
Holiday Rope Wreath
Craft a holiday wreath from traditional rope in the museum’s boat shop. Lineup: 2026-11-21 · Holiday Rope Wreath…
Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic Boat Shop · Out of Town
21
Nov
Workshops & Classes
Scar Tissue Adhesion Release Workshop – Nov 21
Every therapist should know how to use these tools and the why behind it
09:00 · Canadian College Of Massage & Hydrotherapy
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21
Nov
Markets & Fairs
Dartmouth Craft Show – Nov 21-22
Showcase your products, connect with eager shoppers, and grow your brand—secure your spot…
10:00 · Zatzman Sportsplex · Dartmouth
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21
Nov
Live Music
NSYO: Music in Motion
7:30 pm • Saturday, November 21, 2026 Halifax United Church Our first program of the seas…
14:00 · Symphony Nova Scotia · South End
$30
21
Nov
Comedy
Kathy Griffin: New Face, New Tour – Nov 21
Please note: Alcohol may be served at this event.
19:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$51.25 – $121.25
21
Nov
Live Music
Cory Tetford – Nov 21
Quadruple threat (singing, songwriting, guitar and piano playing) and one of the busiest…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$50
21
Nov
Live Music
Daniel James McFadyen – Nov 21
NFO
20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
$35.44 – $40.97
21
Nov
Comedy
Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny
All ages event, attendance at patrons discretion.
20:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
21
Nov
Comedy
MIKE RITA – Halifax Live Comedy Club – The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova Scotia – Nov 21
MIKE RITA - Halifax Live Comedy Club - The Only Independent Comedy Club in Halifax, Nova…
20:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$30
21
Nov
Live Music New
Shameless Live at Stage1 – Nov 21
Atlantic Canada’s ultimate party band hits Stage1. Get ready for a packed dance floor and…
20:00 · Mill Cove Brew Pub · Bedford
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21
Nov
Live Music
The Last Waltz Halifax 2026 – A 50th Anniversary Celebration – Nov 21
On Saturday, November 21st, Halifax’s music community comes together to celebrate the 50t…
20:00 · The Marquee · North End
$53.58
21
Nov
Live Music
Surf Fest!!! – Nov 21
get your summer wear back out!
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Sunday
Nov 22
22
Nov
Community New
Blooms and Brunch: A Grinchy Good Time – Nov 22
The Grinch might steal brunch, but he can’t steal our community! Join us for a festive Gr…
11:00 · St. Thomas Aquinas & Canadian Martyrs Church
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22
Nov
Live Music
Razzmatazz for Kids
Usually we do serious shows for adult audiences but here’s one for the kids (and their pa…
13:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$22.80
22
Nov
Live Music
Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra: Staircases
2:00 pm • Sunday, November 22, 2026 Rebecca Cohn Through words, stunning images, and musi…
14:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$42 – $84
22
Nov
Live Music
Clever Hopes (full band) Album Release Dartmouth NS – Nov 22
Full band, all ages, loads of fun. Come help us celebrate the release of Even Gooder Than…
16:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
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22
Nov
Workshops & Classes New 📷 Spotted
Discover Scuba Session
An introductory Discover Scuba session for youth ages 12–18 with the Africville Preservers. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdSEikBIAA8/ (@theafricvillemuseum)
18:00 · Africville Museum
22
Nov
Arts & Culture
Halifax/Dartmouth | LIVE Psychic Medium Group Reading – Nov 22
Is there a message waiting for YOU? Join Canada's Top Psychic Medium Michelle Russell LIV…
19:00 · Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites · Dartmouth
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22
Nov
Live Music
SHEAL EP Release
Halifax-born, Toronto-based artist SHEAL (aka Sheilagh McNab) celebrates the release of h…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$20
Monday
Nov 23
23
Nov
Trivia & Games New
Bearly: a Trivia – Nov 23
With everyone’s best friend- Kieran!!!
18:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
Check website
23
Nov
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Nov 23
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
23
Nov
Live Music New
Open Song Circle with Noah Tye! – Nov 23
Take a turn on the Bearly’s stage!
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
Check website
Tuesday
Nov 24
24
Nov
Theatre
Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
November 24 - December 27, 2026 Scotiabank Studio Stage - Adapted and Directed by Jeremy…
Neptune Theatre · Downtown
See website
24
Nov
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
24
Nov
Talks & Ideas New
Pilotage in Halifax Harbour – Nov 24 – Sep 15
Learn how harbour pilots navigate massive ships through Halifax’s tricky waters at the Maritime Museum—a perfect rainy-day dive…
18:30 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
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24
Nov
Talks & Ideas New 📷 Spotted
Tuesday Night Talks
The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic’s fall series of Tuesday Night Talks features guest speakers on maritime history…
18:30 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
Wednesday
Nov 25
25
Nov
Live Music
An Evening With Stephen Fearing – Nov 25
It wouldn’t be a successful year without one of our favourite performers dropping in, so…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$40
25
Nov
Live Music
DALJAZZ ENSEMBLE – Nov 25
19:30 · Joseph Strug Concert Hall · South End
$15 – $20
25
Nov
Live Music
Roch Voisine – The Lightfoot Sessions
With a career spanning more than three decades, Roch Voisine has sold millions of albums…
20:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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Thursday
Nov 26
26
Nov
Markets & Fairs 📷 Spotted
The Pop Up Market at IKEA Halifax
A holiday pop-up market with local makers and small businesses at IKEA Halifax. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdBoG7EFXRc/?img_index=1 (@thepopupmarkethalifax)
IKEA Halifax, 645 Cutler Avenue, Dartmouth · Dartmouth
26
Nov
Live Music
Brian Bourne Matinee (Morgan away) – Nov 26
Brian Bourne’s taking over Bearly’s for an afternoon set while Morgan’s out of town. Grab some ribs and…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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26
Nov
Live Music
Morgan Davis Happy Hour – Nov 26
Morgan Davis is bringing the good vibes to Bearly’s for a Thursday happy hour set that’ll get your…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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26
Nov
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Nov 26
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
26
Nov
Comedy New
CALL ME MOMMY TOUR: Nikki Payne & Dylan Mahaney – Nov 26
CALL ME MOMMY TOUR: Nikki Payne & Dylan Mahaney live at Halifax Live Comedy Club in downt…
19:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$30
26
Nov
Theatre
DalOpera: L’elisir d’amore by Donizetti – Nov 26
Directed by Roberta Barker
19:30 · Sir James Dunn Theatre · South End
$15 – $20
26
Nov
Live Music
Geoff Arsenault W/ Glenn Patscha
Our own favourite rhythm man, Geoff Arsenault, along with very special guest Glenn Patsch…
19:30 · The Carleton · Downtown
$30
26
Nov
Comedy
Colin Mochrie & Asad Mecci: HYPROV: Improv Under Hypnosis
Doors 7PM | Show 8PM | All Ages
20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
Check website
26
Nov
Theatre
Pro Am Night Halifax
Local comedians and pro comics share the stage at Yuk Yuk's for a chaotic night of…
20:00 · Yuk Yuk’s Halifax · Downtown
$10
Friday
Nov 27
27
Nov
Markets & Fairs
Atlantic Menopause Show presented by IWK Foundation – Nov 27
Dive into the Atlantic Menopause Show for real talks, expert tips, and good vibes all abo…
08:00 · Halifax Convention Centre · Downtown
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27
Nov
Community
Christkindlmarket – Dartmouth Waterfront – Nov 27
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season at Christkindlmarket, a traditional German-insp…
10:00 · Alderney Landing · Dartmouth
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27
Nov
LGBTQ+ New 📷 Spotted
Butch Femme Slowdance & Party
A butch/femme slowdance and mingling party at Glitter Bean Cafe, with snacks provided and drinks available. Singles and…
19:00 · Glitter Bean Cafe
$7
27
Nov
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Moncton Wildcats – Nov 27
The Mooseheads take on Moncton at Scotiabank Centre — grab your crew and bring the noise for some…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
Check website
27
Nov
Trivia & Games
Meet and Game: 26-35 year olds – Nov 27
Game night, but make it social! Built for 26-35 year olds who want to meet new people wit…
19:00 · Freeman’s Little New York (Fairview) · West End
$10.25
27
Nov
Theatre
DalOpera: L’elisir d’amore by Donizetti – Nov 27
Directed by Roberta Barker
19:30 · Sir James Dunn Theatre · South End
$15 – $20
27
Nov
Live Music
Merry Murdoch Mysteries in Concert
7:30 pm • Friday, November 27, 2026 Rebecca Cohn Don’t miss this magical celebration for…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $84
27
Nov
Live Music
Nameless Friends – Halifax – Westward Hoes Tour – Nov 27
Nameless Friends is going on tour to every Canadian province and territory because we hav…
20:00 · Seahorse Tavern · North End
$15.74
27
Nov
Arts & Culture
Ruckus Live at Stage1 – Nov 27
Ruckus returns to Stage1! High-energy hits, rock anthems, and good vibes all night long!
20:00 · Mill Cove Brew Pub · Bedford
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27
Nov
Comedy New 📷 Spotted
The Big Blind Comedy Show
Comedians take the stage blindfolded for a night of stand-up in support of the CNIB. The all-new lineup…
20:00 · Peter Eastons Pub
27
Nov
Live Music
The Carson Downey Band – Nov 27
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Saturday
Nov 28
28
Nov
Live Music
2026 Halifax International Wine Fest
Thank you for purchasing a ticket to the Halifax International Wine Festival. As a thank…
15:00 · Halifax Convention Centre · Downtown
$76.82 – $97.32
28
Nov
Community
The Hibiscus Ball 2.0 – Nov 28
A dazzling celebration of women, where glamour, live music and laughter take centre stage…
16:00 · Rockingham United Church · West End
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28
Nov
Comedy New
Luke Kidgell – Live in Canada – Nov 28
Luke Kidgell - Live in Canada live at Halifax Live Comedy Club in downtown Halifax.
19:00 · Halifax Live Comedy Club · Downtown
$45
28
Nov
Festivals New
Seaforth International Film Festival – Nov 28
The Seaforth International Film Festival is a community event focused on celebrating film…
19:00 · Ste. Therese Community Centre
Check website
28
Nov
Theatre
DalOpera: L’elisir d’amore by Donizetti – Nov 28
Directed by Roberta Barker
19:30 · Sir James Dunn Theatre · South End
$15 – $20
28
Nov
Live Music
Dean Brody & The Reklaws – Hometown Heroes Tour – Nov 28
All ages show, attendance at patrons discretion. Note front of floor is standing, general…
19:30 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
28
Nov
Live Music
Holy Crow – Nov 28
Holy Crow’s bringing the crew vibes to Bearly’s on November 28th—catch live music and ribs in one spot…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Sunday
Nov 29
29
Nov
Markets & Fairs 📷 Spotted
The Pop Up Market at Halifax Brewery Market
A holiday pop-up market with local makers at the Halifax Brewery Market. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdBoG7EFXRc/?img_index=1 (@thepopupmarkethalifax)
Halifax Brewery Market · Downtown
29
Nov
Markets & Fairs 📷 Spotted
The Pop Up Market at Mic Mac Mall
A holiday shopping pop-up featuring local small businesses at Mic Mac Mall. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdBoG7EFXRc/?img_index=1 (@thepopupmarkethalifax)
Mic Mac Mall · Dartmouth
29
Nov
Events New 🚗 Out of town
Herbal Medicine for Cold & Flu Season – Nov 29
Learn how to build immune resilience and manage cold & flu symptoms with herbs. Leave wit…
10:00 · South Shore Waldorf School · Out of Town
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29
Nov
Theatre
DalOpera: L’elisir d’amore by Donizetti – Nov 29
Directed by Roberta Barker
14:00 · Sir James Dunn Theatre · South End
$15 – $20
29
Nov
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Armada Blainville-Boisbriand – Nov 29
The Mooseheads take on Armada Blainville-Boisbriand at Scotiabank Centre this Sunday afternoon—bring your crew for some rowdy junior…
14:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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Monday
Nov 30
30
Nov
Trivia & Games New
Bearly: a Trivia – Nov 30
With everyone’s best friend- Kieran!!!
18:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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30
Nov
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Nov 30
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
30
Nov
Live Music New
Open Song Circle with Noah Tye! – Nov 30
Take a turn on the Bearly’s stage!
20:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
Check website
Tuesday
Dec 1
1
Dec
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
1
Dec
Live Music
DALWIND ENSEMBLE – Dec 01
19:30 · Joseph Strug Concert Hall · South End
$15 – $20
Wednesday
Dec 2
2
Dec
Live Music
Silent Reading – Dec 02
Silent Reading
18:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
Check website
2
Dec
Arts & Culture
Spontaneity: Sketch Comedy Show – Dec 02
Welcome to our Sketch Comedy Show featuring an original lineup of fast-paced sketches per…
19:30 · 1743 Grafton St · Downtown
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Thursday
Dec 3
3
Dec
Live Music
Dan Vorstermans (Morgan away) – Dec 03
Dan Vorstermans is taking over Morgan away on December 3rd—catch what he's got cooking…
17:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
Check website
3
Dec
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Dec 03
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
3
Dec
Live Music
A Campbell & Johnston Christmas – Dec 03
Christine Campbell & Blake Johnston, along with their Black Market Band (and some surpris…
19:30 · The Carleton · Downtown
$40
3
Dec
Trivia & Games
Spontaneity: Dungeons & Dragons & Improv (Holiday Edition) – Dec 03
Follow along our epic improvised adventure!
19:30 · 1743 Grafton St · Downtown
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Friday
Dec 4
4
Dec
Live Music New
Paul Baloche Christmas Tour – Dec 04
Join Paul Baloche and band, for an amazing night of Christmas songs and worship.
19:00 · Faith City Church
Check website
4
Dec
Sports New 📷 Spotted
Halifax Thunderbirds Home Opener vs. Calgary Roughnecks
The Halifax Thunderbirds open their 2026-27 NLL season at home against the Calgary Roughnecks at Scotiabank Centre. Tickets…
19:30 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
4
Dec
Live Music
The Nutcracker
7:30 pm • Friday, December 4, 2026 Rebecca Cohn 2:00 pm • Saturday, December 5, 2026 Rebe…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$24 – $84
4
Dec
Live Music
A Campbell & Johnston Christmas – Dec 04
Christine Campbell & Blake Johnston, along with their Black Market Band (and some surpris…
20:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$40
4
Dec
Live Music
Jake Ballard – Dec 04
Jake Ballard’s bringing live tunes to Bearly’s on Friday night—perfect for gathering the crew downtown with some good…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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4
Dec
Live Music New
ADVENTURE TIME RAVE – Dec 04
JOIN US FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE- DJS – DRAG AND BURLESQUE PERFORMANCES THEMED TO…
21:30 · The Marquee · North End
$20
Saturday
Dec 5
5
Dec
Live Music
The Nutcracker – Dec 05
Symphony NS Presents: The Nutcracker
14:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$24 – $84
5
Dec
Live Music New
Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy – Dec 05
A Celtic Family Christmas...Party!
19:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
$69.13 – $74.67
5
Dec
Arts & Culture
“Dear Jeanne” – Dec 05
“Dear Jeanne” is a deeply personal program centred on violinist Yolanda Bruno’s tribute t…
19:30 · St. Andrew’s United Church · South End
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5
Dec
Theatre
The Price Is Right Live – On Stage
No cameras, no video permitted during the show. All ages show, attendance at patrons disc…
20:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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5
Dec
Live Music
Coat Dust (B.C) & Diggin’ Up Grubs – Dec 05
Coat Dust and Diggin’ Up Grubs are bringing some serious crew energy to Bearly’s on Saturday night—these B.C.…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Sunday
Dec 6
6
Dec
Markets & Fairs New 📷 Spotted
Merry Makers’ Market
The Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market’s annual holiday market, featuring regular vendors alongside new makers. Do your holiday shopping,…
10:00 · Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market · Downtown
6
Dec
Markets & Fairs New 🚗 Out of town
Open House Christmas Market and Music Jam – Dec 06
Open House Tunes and Jam Session.
13:00 · The Deanery Project · Out of Town
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6
Dec
Arts & Culture New
Crit Club – Dec 06
Share and discuss your artwork with local creative professionals in a supportive, thought…
13:30 · Writers’ Federation of Nova Scotia · Out of Town
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6
Dec
Live Music New
Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy – Dec 06
A Celtic Family Christmas...Party!
14:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
$69.13 – $74.67
6
Dec
Live Music
The Nutcracker – Dec 06
Symphony NS Presents: The Nutcracker
14:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$24 – $84
6
Dec
Live Music
DALCHORUS – Dec 06
15:00 · Joseph Strug Concert Hall · South End
$15 – $20
6
Dec
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Les Olympiques de Gatineau – Dec 06
The Mooseheads take on Gatineau at Scotiabank Centre in what’s shaping up to be a solid midweek matchup.…
15:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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Monday
Dec 7
7
Dec
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Dec 07
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
7
Dec
Comedy
Christmas in Cape Breton–starring Bette MacDonald & Maynard Morrison. A Brookes Diamond Production – Dec 07
with Wendy MacIsaac, Mac Morin and Jordan Musycsyn Please note: Alcohol may be served at…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$51
7
Dec
Live Music New
Home For Christmas – Dec 07
Performers: Rachel MacLean, Heather Rankin, Dale Miller
19:30 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$39.86
Tuesday
Dec 8
8
Dec
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
8
Dec
Comedy
Christmas in Cape Breton–starring Bette MacDonald & Maynard Morrison. A Brookes Diamond Production – Dec 08
with Wendy MacIsaac, Mac Morin and Jordan Musycsyn Please note: Alcohol may be served at…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$51
Wednesday
Dec 9
9
Dec
Workshops & Classes New 📷 Spotted
Discover Scuba Session
A second Discover Scuba session giving youth ages 12–18 their first underwater experience. Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdSEikBIAA8/ (@theafricvillemuseum)
18:00 · Africville Museum
9
Dec
Live Music
The Innkeeper’s Christmas with Lennie Gallant
Doors 7PM | Show 8PM | All Ages
20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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Thursday
Dec 10
10
Dec
Live Music
The Nutcracker – Dec 10
Symphony NS Presents: The Nutcracker
16:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$24 – $84
10
Dec
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Dec 10
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
10
Dec
Comedy
Pro Am Night Halifax – Dec 10
Amateur comics get stage time alongside pros at Yuk Yuk's—perfect excuse to laugh…
20:00 · Yuk Yuk’s Halifax · Downtown
$10
Friday
Dec 11
11
Dec
Arts & Culture
Messages from Spirit with Angela MacLellan Dartmouth – Dec 11
Join Angela at the Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites. A healing evening of Messa…
18:00 · Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites · Dartmouth
$69.95
11
Dec
Live Music
Furgathering – Dec 11-12
Listed on Resident Advisor.
19:00 · Stillwell Hi-Fi · North End
$25 – $30
11
Dec
Live Music
Amanda Marshall – The Dirty 30 Tour
No age restrictions, attendance at patrons discretion.
19:30 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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11
Dec
Live Music
The Nutcracker – Dec 11
Symphony NS Presents: The Nutcracker
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$24 – $84
11
Dec
Live Music
Bruce Guthro’s Songwriters’ Circle
A celebrated showcase of talent, legacy, and connection through music hosted by Dylan & J…
20:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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11
Dec
Live Music
THE TREWS – Dec 11
Q104 Presents:THE TREWSDecember 11 & 12 2026The Marquee BallroomSupport TBD8pm doors 9pm…
20:00 · The Marquee · North End
$15 – $20
Saturday
Dec 12
12
Dec
Live Music
The Nutcracker – Dec 12
Symphony NS Presents: The Nutcracker
14:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$24 – $84
12
Dec
Live Music
Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
18:30 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$43.20
12
Dec
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Newfoundland Regiment – Dec 12
The Mooseheads take on the Newfoundland Regiment at Scotiabank Centre — expect a packed house and plenty of…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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12
Dec
Comedy
Zarna Garg – Dec 12
Zarna Garg’s bringing her sharp comedy to Spatz Theatre—expect honest, hilarious takes on life that’ll have you laughing…
19:00 · Spatz Theatre · Downtown
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12
Dec
Live Music
Bruce Guthro’s Songwriters’ Circle
A celebrated showcase of talent, legacy, and connection through music hosted by Dylan & J…
20:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
Check website
12
Dec
Live Music
The Irish Descendants Christmas – Dec 12
Irish Descendants Christmas returns for 2026!
20:00 · Bella Rose Arts Centre · West End
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12
Dec
Live Music New
Candlelight: Ed Sheeran & Coldplay – Dec 12
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
20:45 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
CA$38.34
12
Dec
Live Music
The Blue Devils – Dec 12
The Blue Devils are bringing the blues to Bearly’s on Saturday night—perfect excuse to grab ribs and good…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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12
Dec
Live Music 📷 Spotted
The Trews
Canadian rock heavyweights The Trews play two nights at The Marquee Ballroom in Halifax, with support TBD. The…
21:00 · The Marquee · North End
$50
Sunday
Dec 13
13
Dec
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Saint John Sea Dogs – Dec 13
The Mooseheads take on the Sea Dogs at Scotiabank Centre this Sunday afternoon — bring your crew and…
14:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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13
Dec
Live Music
The Nutcracker – Dec 13
Symphony NS Presents: The Nutcracker
14:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$24 – $84
13
Dec
Live Music
Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson – Dec 13
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
18:30 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$45.90
13
Dec
Live Music
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
20:45 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$40.50
Monday
Dec 14
14
Dec
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Dec 14
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
Tuesday
Dec 15
15
Dec
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
15
Dec
Comedy
The Debaters Live – Dec 15
The Debaters have been entertaining Canadians on the airwaves for over 20 years! To celeb…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$23.5 – $53.5
Wednesday
Dec 16
16
Dec
Live Music
Craft Draught Showdown: Darty VS Propeller
Join us at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, December 16th when the Darty and Propeller brewing compa…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$100
16
Dec
Trivia & Games 📷 Spotted
Tapas & Trivia Night at The Post Office — Grand Finale
Chef Richard Julien and Linden Campbell host an evening of chef-created tapas and friendly competition at The Post…
19:00 · The Post Office Consulting House · South End
$45
16
Dec
Live Music
Matt Dusk: A Very Sinatra Christmas
Doors 6:30 PM | Show 7:30 PM | All Ages
19:30 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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Thursday
Dec 17
17
Dec
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Dec 17
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
17
Dec
Family & Kids
Paint Nite • Bulwark Cider + Taproom • Halifax – Dec 17
Paint & sip in Halifax: create Christmas Couture at Bulwark Cider + Taproom. All supplies…
19:00 · Bulwark Cider + Taproom
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17
Dec
Live Music
A Côig Christmas – Dec 17
Nova Scotia’s Còig is back at The Carleton again in 2026 for their annual evening of Celt…
19:30 · The Carleton · Downtown
$45
17
Dec
Comedy
Spontaneity: Mario Party Improv (Holiday Edition) – Dec 17
Spontaneity Improv Company invites you to Improv Show inspired by Mario Party (Holiday Ed…
19:30 · 1743 Grafton St · Downtown
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17
Dec
Live Music New
THE BIG HOLIDAY SING – Dec 17
Grab your crew and head to Dartmouth for The Big Holiday Sing at Sanctuary Arts Centre—nothing says festive…
20:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$44.00
Friday
Dec 18
18
Dec
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Newfoundland Regiment – Dec 18
The Mooseheads take on the Newfoundland Regiment at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and bring the noise for some…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
Check website
18
Dec
Live Music
Handel’s “Dublin” Messiah
7:30 pm • Friday, December 18, 2026 Rebecca Cohn 7:30 pm • Saturday, December 19, 2026 Re…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$48.50
18
Dec
Community New
The Irish Descendants Christmas – Dec 18
Celebrate the season with The Irish Descendants.
20:00 · Old Orchard Inn
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18
Dec
Live Music
The Ordeals Family & Friends Christmas Show 9m – Dec 18
The Ordeals bring their crew and kids to Bearly’s for a cozy Christmas show that’s part family affair,…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Saturday
Dec 19
19
Dec
Live Music New
Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA – Dec 19
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
18:30 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
CA$37.80
19
Dec
Live Music
The Dublin Messiah – Dec 19
Symphony NS Presents: The Dublin Messiah
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $84
19
Dec
Arts & Culture
“The Little Match Girl Passion” – Dec 19
NYC vocal ensemble Ekmeles brings David Lang’s Pulitzer Prize-winning “The Little Match G…
19:30 · St. Andrew’s United Church · South End
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19
Dec
Live Music New
Candlelight: Christmas Classics – Dec 19
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
20:30 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
CA$37.80
19
Dec
Live Music
Funky Christmas with The Mellotones!!
The Mellotones are bringing that funky holiday groove to Bearly's on Dec 19—expect…
21:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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Sunday
Dec 20
20
Dec
Live Music
COUNTRY BOYS, a tribute to Alan Jackson, Garth Brooks, Brad Paisley & George Strait – CHRISTMAS EDITION
INFO
14:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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20
Dec
Arts & Culture
Barra MacNeils: An East Coast Christmas. A Brookes Diamond Production – Dec 20
The Barra MacNeils An East Coast Christmas features a highly entertaining mix of entertai…
15:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$49.5
20
Dec
Live Music 📷 Spotted
The Big Holiday Sing — Little Sing (Family-Friendly Matinee)
Ria Mae & The Big Sing present their first-ever Big Holiday Sing, a community holiday singalong at Dartmouth’s…
15:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
20
Dec
Live Music New
THE LITTLE HOLIDAY SING – Dec 20
The Little Holiday Sing at Sanctuary Arts Centre is your cozy December tradition—gather with locals for intimate seasonal…
15:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$44.00
20
Dec
Live Music
Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
18:30 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$43.20
20
Dec
Live Music New
Gunning & Cormier – Christmas 2026 – Sunday – Dec 20
We know you’ve been waiting!! We are thrilled to announce what has become a holiday tradi…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$60
20
Dec
Live Music New
THE BIG HOLIDAY SING – Dec 20
Head to the Sanctuary Arts Centre in Dartmouth for a big communal sing-along that’ll get everyone in the…
20:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$44.00
Monday
Dec 21
21
Dec
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Dec 21
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
21
Dec
Live Music New
Gunning & Cormier – Christmas 2026 – Monday – Dec 21
We know you’ve been waiting!! We are thrilled to announce what has become a holiday tradi…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$60
Tuesday
Dec 22
22
Dec
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
22
Dec
Live Music New
Gunning & Cormier – Christmas 2026 – Tuesday – Dec 22
We know you’ve been waiting!! We are thrilled to announce what has become a holiday tradi…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$60
Wednesday
Dec 23
23
Dec
Live Music New
Gunning & Cormier – Christmas 2026 – Wednesday – Dec 23
We know you’ve been waiting!! We are thrilled to announce what has become a holiday tradi…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$60
Thursday
Dec 24
24
Dec
Family & Kids
Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family – Dec 24
Experience the power of love at Disney On Ice! Feel the excitement as Mickey, Minnie, Don…
14:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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24
Dec
Live Music
John Main Christmas Eve Special! – Dec 24
John Main’s bringing the holiday vibes to Bearly’s on Christmas Eve afternoon—perfect way to kick off the festivities…
15:00 · Bearly’s House of Blues and Ribs · Downtown
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24
Dec
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Dec 24
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
Saturday
Dec 26
26
Dec
Family & Kids
Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family – Dec 26
Experience the power of love at Disney On Ice! Feel the excitement as Mickey, Minnie, Don…
11:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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Sunday
Dec 27
27
Dec
Family & Kids
Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family – Dec 27
Experience the power of love at Disney On Ice! Feel the excitement as Mickey, Minnie, Don…
11:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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Monday
Dec 28
28
Dec
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Dec 28
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
Tuesday
Dec 29
29
Dec
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
Thursday
Dec 31
31
Dec
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Cape Breton Eagles – Dec 31
Ring in New Year’s Eve with the Mooseheads taking on Cape Breton at Scotiabank Centre—expect a packed house…
14:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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31
Dec
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Dec 31
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
31
Dec
Live Music New
Matt Minglewood Band – Dec 31
Kick off New Year?s Eve with Matt Minglewood at Casino Nova Scotia Halifax on December 31…
20:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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Sunday
Jan 3
3
Jan
Live Music New 🚗 Out of town
Open House Music Jam – Jan 03
Open House Tunes and Jam Session.
13:00 · The Deanery Project · Out of Town
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3
Jan
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Newfoundland Regiment – Jan 03
The Mooseheads take on the Newfoundland Regiment at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and get loud for some junior…
14:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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Monday
Jan 4
4
Jan
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Jan 04
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
Tuesday
Jan 5
5
Jan
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
Wednesday
Jan 6
6
Jan
Live Music
Silent Reading – Jan 06
Silent Reading
18:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
Check website
Thursday
Jan 7
7
Jan
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Jan 07
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
7
Jan
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Drakkar De Baie Comeau – Jan 07
The Mooseheads take on Baie-Comeau at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and bring the noise for some rowdy junior…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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Friday
Jan 8
8
Jan
Community
The Hope and Survival Memorial Quilt: Laurie Swim’s Halifax Explosion Commemorative Project – Jan 08
Mont Blanc loaded with explosives collided with the Norwegian-owned Imo in Halifax Harbou…
09:05 · Maritime Museum of the Atlantic · Downtown
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8
Jan
Live Music
A Saucerful of Floyd – 2 Nights of the best of Pink Floyd (Friday)
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20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
Sunday
Jan 10
10
Jan
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Charlottetown Islanders – Jan 10
The Mooseheads take on Charlottetown at Scotiabank Centre on Saturday afternoon—grab your crew and settle in for some…
14:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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Monday
Jan 11
11
Jan
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Jan 11
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
Tuesday
Jan 12
12
Jan
Social & Networking
Dalia Women’s Social Coworking
BUILD by Dalia 💌 Because who says growth has to happen alone? BUILD is Dalia’s free weekly social…
18:00 · Harvest Clean Eats – Downtown Halifax · Downtown
Wednesday
Jan 13
13
Jan
Theatre New 📷 Spotted
The Secret Unrehearsed Shakespeare
Shakespeare By The Sea’s annual fundraiser brings its Unrehearsed Shakespeare hijinks indoors for one night — a surprise…
19:00 · The Stage at St. Andrew’s · South End
Thursday
Jan 14
14
Jan
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Jan 14
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
Friday
Jan 15
15
Jan
Theatre
Little Red Warrior and His Lawyer – Jan 15
A Savage Society (Vancouver) and Belfry Theatre (Victoria) co-production in association w…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$13.5 – $38.5
Saturday
Jan 16
16
Jan
Arts & Culture
Ashwyn Singh in Halifax: The Imperfect Ally Tour – Jan 16
Get ready for an unforgettable night of comedy as Ashwyn Singh brings the Imperfect Ally…
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
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Sunday
Jan 17
17
Jan
Live Music
The Extraordinary Women Of Venice
2:00 pm • Sunday, January 17, 2027 Halifax United Church Step into Baroque Venice, where…
14:00 · Symphony Nova Scotia · South End
$30 – $89
17
Jan
Live Music
Davide de Pierro Tour – Jan 17
Outback Presents
19:00 · Bella Rose Arts Centre · West End
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Monday
Jan 18
18
Jan
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Jan 18
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
Wednesday
Jan 20
20
Jan
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Charlottetown Islanders – Jan 20
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
Check website
Thursday
Jan 21
21
Jan
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Jan 21
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
Friday
Jan 22
22
Jan
Live Music
Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson – Jan 22
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
18:30 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$21.60
22
Jan
Live Music
Rajaton Sings ABBA with Symphony Nova Scotia – Jan 22
7:30 pm • Friday, January 22, 2027 Rebecca Cohn 2:00 pm • Saturday, January 23, 2027 Rebe…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $89
22
Jan
Live Music
Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
20:45 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$17.82
Saturday
Jan 23
23
Jan
Live Music
Rajaton Sings ABBA with Symphony Nova Scotia – Jan 23
Symphony NS Presents: Rajaton Sings ABBA with Symphony Nova Scotia
14:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $89
23
Jan
Live Music
STUDENT SHOWCASE FEATURING SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA – Jan 23
15:00 · Joseph Strug Concert Hall · South End
$15 – $20
23
Jan
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Saint John Sea Dogs – Jan 23
The Mooseheads take on the Sea Dogs at Scotiabank Centre—bring your crew for a rowdy night of junior…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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23
Jan
Arts & Culture
Poiesis Quartet – Jan 23
Praised by The New York Times for its “multifaceted artistry” and “brilliantly idiomatic”…
19:30 · St. Andrew’s United Church · South End
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Monday
Jan 25
25
Jan
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Jan 25
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
Wednesday
Jan 27
27
Jan
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Sagueneens De Chicoutimi – Jan 27
Mooseheads are bringing the heat against the Sagueneens at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and get loud because junior…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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Thursday
Jan 28
28
Jan
Live Music
Better Times Comedy – Jan 28
Better Times Comedy
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$15
28
Jan
Live Music
Magnificent Mozart
7:30 pm • Thursday, January 28, 2027 Rebecca Cohn A vibrant evening celebrating the brill…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $89
28
Jan
Live Music
Tenille Townes – The Living Room Tour
THIS IS A 19+ EVENT. DOORS: 7PM | SHOW: 8PM Award-winning Canadian country artist Tenille…
20:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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Saturday
Jan 30
30
Jan
Live Music New
Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA – Jan 30
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
20:30 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
CA$37.80
Monday
Feb 1
1
Feb
Live Music
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Feb 01
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
Tuesday
Feb 2
2
Feb
Theatre
DalTheatre’s 2027 Devised Production – Feb 02
Directed by Logan Robbins
19:30 · David Mack.Murray Studio · South End
$15 – $20
Wednesday
Feb 3
3
Feb
Live Music
Silent Reading – Feb 03
Silent Reading
18:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
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3
Feb
Live Music
Craig Cardiff
The irrepressible, inimitable Craig Cardiff grabs his parka and boots for his annual trek…
19:00 · The Carleton · Downtown
$25
3
Feb
Theatre
DalTheatre’s 2027 Devised Production – Feb 03
Directed by Logan Robbins
19:30 · David Mack.Murray Studio · South End
$15 – $20
Thursday
Feb 4
4
Feb
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Oceanic De Rimouski – Feb 04
The Mooseheads take on Rimouski at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and bring the noise for some rowdy junior…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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4
Feb
Live Music
Craig Cardiff
The irrepressible, inimitable Craig Cardiff grabs his parka and boots for his annual trek…
19:30 · The Carleton · Downtown
$25
4
Feb
Theatre
DalTheatre’s 2027 Devised Production – Feb 04
Directed by Logan Robbins
19:30 · David Mack.Murray Studio · South End
$15 – $20
Friday
Feb 5
5
Feb
Live Music
Hells Bells – The World’s Longest Touring Tribute to AC/DC
INFO
19:30 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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Saturday
Feb 6
6
Feb
Theatre
DalTheatre’s 2027 Devised Production – Feb 06
Directed by Logan Robbins
14:00 · David Mack.Murray Studio · South End
$15 – $20
6
Feb
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Charlottetown Islanders – Feb 06
The Mooseheads take on Charlottetown at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and get loud for some rowdy junior hockey…
16:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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6
Feb
Comedy New
Shaun Majumder: Born Again New Canadian – Feb 06
Shaun Majumder brings Born Again New Canadian to Casino New Brunswick on February 5, 2027…
16:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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Sunday
Feb 7
7
Feb
Live Music
Hilary Duff: the lucky me tour
All ages show, attendance at patrons discretion
19:30 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
Monday
Feb 8
8
Feb
Live Music New
Goodwill Trivia Mondays – Feb 08
Goodwill Trivia Mondays
19:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
$1
Thursday
Feb 11
11
Feb
Live Music
Fiesta Española: Carmen & Capriccio espagnol
7:30 pm • Thursday, February 11, 2027 Rebecca Cohn Heat up February with Rimsky-Korsakov’…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$48.50
Saturday
Feb 13
13
Feb
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Cape Breton Eagles – Feb 13
The Mooseheads take on the Cape Breton Eagles at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and settle in for some…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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13
Feb
Comedy
Hold On To Your Butts – Feb 13
65 million years ago, dinosaurs ruled the earth... 30 years ago, a movie about dinosaurs…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$13.5 – $33.5
Sunday
Feb 14
14
Feb
Live Music
Highwaymen Show – Great Outlaws Tribute – Feb 14
In 1984, Johnny Cash invited Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson to pla…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$55.75 – $62.75
Monday
Feb 15
15
Feb
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Moncton Wildcats – Feb 15
The Mooseheads take on Moncton at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and settle in for some intense WHL action…
14:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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Tuesday
Feb 16
16
Feb
Theatre
Little Women – Feb 16 – Mar 07
February 16 - March 7, 2027 Fountain Hall Stage - Directed by Cherissa Richards Lousia Ma…
Neptune Theatre · Downtown
$35 – $80
16
Feb
Theatre
Urinetown The Musical – Feb 16-28
February 16 - 28, 2027 Scotiabank Studio Stage YPCo ...
Neptune Theatre · Downtown
$28 – $70
Friday
Feb 19
19
Feb
Live Music
Piano Men – Billy Joel and Elton John Tribute
INFO
19:30 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
Check website
19
Feb
Live Music
Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons – Feb 19
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
20:45 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
$17.82
Saturday
Feb 20
20
Feb
Arts & Culture
Pianist Jonathan Fournel – Feb 20
Jonathan Fournel has quickly emerged as one of the most compelling pianists of his genera…
19:30 · St. Andrew’s United Church · South End
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20
Feb
Live Music
Solitary Man – A Tribute To Neil Diamond
INFO
19:30 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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Sunday
Feb 21
21
Feb
Live Music
Mozart + Le Chevalier
2:00 pm • Sunday, February 21, 2027 Halifax United Church This program explores music bor…
14:00 · Symphony Nova Scotia · South End
$30 – $84
21
Feb
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Saint John Sea Dogs – Feb 21
The Mooseheads take on the Sea Dogs at Scotiabank Centre in what’s always a chippy Maritime matchup. Grab…
15:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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Saturday
Feb 27
27
Feb
Live Music
NSYO: Curtain Up
2:00 pm • Saturday, February 27, 2027 Halifax United Church In partnership with the Symph…
14:00 · Symphony Nova Scotia · South End
$30
27
Feb
Comedy
SUGAR SAMMY – Feb 27
Sugar Sammy's Canadian Tour 2027
19:00 · Bella Rose Arts Centre · West End
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27
Feb
Live Music
Bravo Broadway!
7:30 pm • Saturday, February 27, 2027 Rebecca Cohn Step into the magic of musical theatre…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $89
Thursday
Mar 4
4
Mar
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Le Phoénix de Sherbrooke – Mar 04
The Mooseheads take on Sherbrooke’s finest at Scotiabank Centre—grab your crew and settle in for some rowdy junior…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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Friday
Mar 5
5
Mar
Comedy
Urzila Carlson – Fatty On a Yacht – Mar 05
Urzila Carlson has become one of the most recognizable names in comedy across Australia a…
19:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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5
Mar
Live Music
Theory of a Deadman – Mar 05
INFO
20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
$97.80 – $103.33
Saturday
Mar 6
6
Mar
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Tigres De Victoriaville – Mar 06
The Mooseheads take on the Tigres de Victoriaville at Scotiabank Centre—bring your crew for some rowdy junior hockey…
19:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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6
Mar
Live Music
CONTEMPORARY MUSIC CONCERT (NEW MUSIC / POP MUSIC) – Mar 06
19:30 · Joseph Strug Concert Hall · South End
$15 – $20
6
Mar
Arts & Culture
Pianist Michael Davidman – Mar 06
Pianist Michael Davidman, winner of the 2025 American Piano Awards, performs a wide-rangi…
19:30 · St. Andrew’s United Church · South End
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Sunday
Mar 7
7
Mar
Arts & Culture
FOREVER SEGER – THE SILVER BULLET EXPERIENCE – Mar 07
A TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF BOB SEGER FOREVER SEGER creates a dynamic journey through the t…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$61.75 – $64.5
Wednesday
Mar 10
10
Mar
Theatre
GUITAR CONCERT – Mar 10
19:30 · Joseph Strug Concert Hall · South End
$15 – $20
Thursday
Mar 11
11
Mar
Live Music
Postcards From Italy: Rossini & Mendelssohn
7:30 pm • Thursday, March 11, 2027 Rebecca Cohn Travel through Venice, Florence, Rome, an…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$48.50
Friday
Mar 12
12
Mar
Live Music
By A Thread – Mar 12
Long spools of white rope run through pulley sheaves and wrap around bodies, explicitly c…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$13.5 – $33.5
Saturday
Mar 13
13
Mar
Live Music
OPERA SCENES – Mar 13
19:30 · Joseph Strug Concert Hall · South End
$15 – $20
13
Mar
Live Music
The Espionage Orchestra – Mar 13
The Espionage Orchestra is the Ultimate tribute to the incredible music of the James Bond…
20:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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13
Mar
Arts & Culture
Hassan Phills – Mar 13
The fastest rising standup comedian in Canada, Hassan Phills comes to Halifax with new ma…
21:00 · Good Robot Brewing Co. · North End
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Sunday
Mar 14
14
Mar
Live Music
Hotel California – The Original Eagles Tribute – Mar 14
When The Eagles stopped to catch their breath a few decades ago, having sold over 100 mil…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$53.45 – $60.45
Tuesday
Mar 16
16
Mar
Theatre
Vanya – Mar 16 – Apr 04
March 16 - April 4, 2027 Scotiabank Studio Stage - Starring Daniel MacIvor Directed by We…
Neptune Theatre · Downtown
$29 – $70
16
Mar
Theatre
Concerto Night – Mar 16
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$15 – $20
Thursday
Mar 18
18
Mar
Live Music
The Rolling Stones Experience featuring The Blushing Brides
Doors 7PM | Show 8PM | 19+
20:00 · Light House Arts Centre · Downtown
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Friday
Mar 19
19
Mar
Live Music New
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles – Mar 19
Enjoy Candlelight concerts!
20:45 · Candlelight Concert (Halifax) · Downtown
CA$36.18
Saturday
Mar 20
20
Mar
Live Music
Aquakultre & Symphony Nova Scotia
2:00 pm • Saturday, March 20, 2027 Rebecca Cohn A homegrown Scotian celebration where his…
14:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $84
20
Mar
Sports
Halifax Mooseheads vs Moncton Wildcats – Mar 20
The Mooseheads take on Moncton at Scotiabank Centre in what’s shaping up to be a rowdy Saturday afternoon…
16:00 · Scotiabank Centre · Downtown
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20
Mar
Arts & Culture
Quatuor Agate – Mar 20
France's Quatuor Agate performs a program featuring music by Schubert, Korngold, and Beet…
19:30 · St. Andrew’s United Church · South End
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Monday
Mar 22
22
Mar
Theatre
Bluebirds – Mar 22
Bluebirds by Vern Thiessen Set in Étaples, France, 1918. Nurses Christy, Maggie, and Bab…
19:30 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$45
Tuesday
Mar 23
23
Mar
Theatre
The Rivals by Richard Brinsley Sheridan – Mar 23
Directed by Peter Hinton
19:30 · Sir James Dunn Theatre · South End
$15 – $20
Wednesday
Mar 24
24
Mar
Live Music New
April Wine – Mar 24
Formed in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in 1969, April Wine became one of Canada?s most successfu…
19:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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24
Mar
Live Music
Steven Page Trio – Mar 24
Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee Steven Page has established himself as one of the mo…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$23.5 – $53.5
24
Mar
Theatre
The Rivals by Richard Brinsley Sheridan – Mar 24
Directed by Peter Hinton
19:30 · Sir James Dunn Theatre · South End
$15 – $20
Thursday
Mar 25
25
Mar
Theatre
The Rivals by Richard Brinsley Sheridan – Mar 25
Directed by Peter Hinton
19:30 · Sir James Dunn Theatre · South End
$15 – $20
Saturday
Mar 27
27
Mar
Theatre
The Rivals by Richard Brinsley Sheridan – Mar 27
Directed by Peter Hinton
14:00 · Sir James Dunn Theatre · South End
$15 – $20
Tuesday
Mar 30
30
Mar
Theatre
Les Miserables – Mar 30 – Jun 06
March 30 - June 6, 2027 Fountain Hall Stage Spotlight Series <!--td {border: 1px solid …
Neptune Theatre · Downtown
$40 – $109
Thursday
Apr 1
1
Apr
Live Music
Pranks, Jokes, & Hoaxes: Haydn & P.D.Q. Bach
7:30 pm • Thursday, April 1, 2027 Rebecca Cohn Expect the unexpected with Daniel Bartholo…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$48.50
Friday
Apr 2
2
Apr
Live Music
DAL WIND ENSEMBLE – Apr 02
19:30 · Joseph Strug Concert Hall · South End
$15 – $20
Sunday
Apr 4
4
Apr
Live Music
DALCHORUS & COMPOSITION – Apr 04
15:00 · Joseph Strug Concert Hall · South End
$15 – $20
Thursday
Apr 8
8
Apr
Live Music
DALJAZZ ENSEMBLE – Apr 08
19:30 · Joseph Strug Concert Hall · South End
$15 – $20
Friday
Apr 9
9
Apr
Live Music
Kitchen Party with Rum Ragged & Symphony Nova Scotia
7:30 pm • Friday, April 9, 2027 Rebecca Cohn Rum Ragged brings the blazing sounds of bouz…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $89
9
Apr
Live Music
STUDENT CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT – Apr 09
19:30 · Joseph Strug Concert Hall · South End
$15 – $20
Saturday
Apr 10
10
Apr
Arts & Culture
Violinist Jacques Forestier & Pianist Illia Ovcharenko – Apr 10
Violinist Jacques Forestier joins pianist Illia Ovcharenko performs music by Clara Schuma…
19:30 · St. Andrew’s United Church · South End
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Tuesday
Apr 13
13
Apr
Live Music
HISTORICAL DRESS PRESENTATION – Apr 13
19:30 · Joseph Strug Concert Hall · South End
$15 – $20
Sunday
Apr 18
18
Apr
Live Music
Four Seasons, Four Elements
2:00 pm • Sunday, April 18, 2027 Halifax United Church From chaos to creation, this innov…
14:00 · Symphony Nova Scotia · South End
$30 – $89
Thursday
Apr 22
22
Apr
Theatre
The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond – Apr 22
Led by Australian artist Zac Coombs and backed by a handpicked international band, The Sw…
20:00 · Casino Nova Scotia · Downtown
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Friday
Apr 23
23
Apr
Live Music
Vinyl Favourites of the ’60s & ’70s with Jim Witter
7:30 pm • Friday, April 23, 2027 Rebecca Cohn 2:00 pm • Saturday, April 24, 2027 Rebecca…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $84
Saturday
Apr 24
24
Apr
Live Music
Vinyl Favourites of the 60’s & 70’s with Jim Witter – Apr 24
Symphony NS Presents: Vinyl Favourites of the 60's & 70's with Jim Witter
14:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $84
Thursday
Apr 29
29
Apr
Live Music
The Art of Friendship: Brahms & the Schumanns
7:30 pm • Thursday, April 29, 2027 Rebecca Cohn Immerse yourself in the beautifully compl…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $84
29
Apr
Live Music
Brian Patafie’s Atlantic Canada Tour – Apr 29
On Thursday April 29th 2027 former AHL Nova Scotia Voyageurs Athletic Trainer and longtim…
20:00 · Bus Stop Theatre Co-op · North End
$23.13
Friday
Apr 30
30
Apr
Live Music New
Brian Patafie’s The FUNNY AS PUCK Tour in Dartmouth – Apr 30
Performers: Brian Patafie, Kevin John McDougal, Liam Patrick McNamara, Jeff Pinnell
20:00 · Sanctuary Arts Centre · Dartmouth
$26.23
Saturday
May 1
1
May
Live Music
NSYO: Water Music – May 01
2:00 pm • Saturday, May 1, 2027 Halifax United Church We explore water in various forms,…
14:00 · Symphony Nova Scotia · South End
$30
1
May
Arts & Culture
Ballet Jorgen presents: Swan Lake – May 01
Experience the timeless magic of Swan Lake with this fresh, Canadian take on the beloved,…
19:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$50 – $80
Sunday
May 2
2
May
Arts & Culture
Ballet Jorgen presents: Swan Lake – May 02
Experience the timeless magic of Swan Lake with this fresh, Canadian take on the beloved,…
14:00 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$50 – $80
Tuesday
May 4
4
May
Theatre
Seis Grados en Mayo /Six Degrees in May – May 04-23
May 4 - 23, 2027 Scotiabank Studio Stage Radiant Series <!--td {border: 1px solid #cccc…
Neptune Theatre · Downtown
$35 – $85
Sunday
May 9
9
May
Live Music
Mozart + Handel
2:00 pm • Sunday, May 9, 2027 Halifax United Church Experience the artistry of two musica…
14:00 · Symphony Nova Scotia · South End
$30 – $84
9
May
Theatre
Rumours – The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute – May 09
VaughnCo Entertainment is proud to present “ Rumours” The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac tribute…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$53.45 – $60.45
Friday
May 14
14
May
Live Music
Lennie Gallant & Symphony Nova Scotia
7:30 pm • Friday, May 14, 2027 Rebecca Cohn Experience an unforgettable evening with Lenn…
19:30 · Rebecca Cohn Auditorium · South End
$30 – $89
Saturday
May 15
15
May
Arts & Culture
Viano Quartet & Pianist Illia Ovcharenko – May 15
Viano Quartet joins pianist Illia Ovcharenko for the final concert of his 2026/27 season…
19:30 · St. Andrew’s United Church · South End
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Saturday
Jun 5
5
Jun
Live Music
The Halifax Home Show – Jun 05
Halifax's newest home and lifestyle event with 150 exhibitors, outdoor displays, live mus…
08:00 · 5566 Sackville St · Downtown
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Sunday
Aug 29
29
Aug
Outdoors
Matchmaking in Motion | Walking Edition – Aug 29
Speed Dating on the trails (Ages 45-65 & 30-45)
11:00 · Halifax, Bedford, Dartmouth · Dartmouth
$55
29
Aug
Live Music
Masquerade Gala – Aug 29
Where mystery sets the stage, and chemistry steals the night. (Ages 40+) [Waitlist Only]
19:00 · Downtown Halifax · Downtown
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Sunday
Sep 5
5
Sep
Community New
Reserved for Two – Sep 05
A thoughtfully matched 1:1 Blind Date (Curated based on your dating preferences) [Sold Ou…
12:00 · Halifax, Bedford, Dartmouth · Dartmouth
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Sunday
Oct 17
17
Oct
Live Music
Bee Gees Revisited – The Tribute Show – Oct 17
Presented by VaughnCo Entertainment
19:30 · Bella Rose Arts Centre · West End
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