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Markets, tree lightings, the Nutcracker, Santa and New Year's Eve: everything festive on the calendar, sorted by what kind of outing it is.

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Lights, parades & Santa

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Evergreen Festival has its own guide: hours, market vendors, the lights and the free train.

21
Nov

2026 Holiday Parade of Lights

The annual Holiday Parade of Lights rolls through downtown Halifax, with illuminated floats, music and festive fun to kick off the holiday season.

Sat · 6 PM
28
Nov

Santa Pics in support of the SPCA

Festive photos of your dog or cat with Santa for $20, with 100% of proceeds going to the Nova Scotia SPCA.

Sat · 12 PM · The Oxford Taproom (Patio) · Quinpool · $20