The
Holidays

Neptune Theatre's bringing Dr. Seuss's green grouch to life this holiday season with all the Whoville charm and catchy tunes you remember. Runs November 12 through January 10.

Rooted Dance Projects is spinning three classical ballets into a jazzy live show at Alderney Landing, complete with live music and narration. Romeo & Juliet, Swan Lake, and The Nutcracker have never looked quite…

Peter White, Ian Black, and Martin Edwards bring the laughs to Sou'Wester on Nov 14—perfect excuse to gather your crew and shake off those rainy season blues with some holiday comedy.

George Canyon and Aaron Pritchett are bringing their Coast-to-Coast Cowboy Christmas tour to Casino Nova Scotia with festive country tunes and holiday classics the whole family can enjoy.

Táimid Opera's bringing festive vibes to Casino Nova Scotia with Canadian classical art songs, arias, and holiday classics that'll warm you right up. Grab tickets on Eventbrite for this elegant November evening downtown.

Rhys Bevan-John transforms into multiple characters in this clever one-person take on A Christmas Carol at Neptune—expect zippy dialogue and physical comedy that'll keep you laughing through the holidays.

The Ennis Sisters bring holiday magic to the Rebecca Cohn with their timeless Christmas charm—grab your crew and settle in for an evening of festive tunes and cozy vibes.

The Murdoch Mysteries gang's bringing festive tunes and mystery magic to Rebecca Cohn—perfect for the whole family this Friday night.

Kyle Gillis and Becca Guilderson bring Kenny & Dolly's classic Christmas album to life at The Carleton with their annual tribute, featuring holiday favorites like "Hard Candy Christmas." Perfect matinee outing for some seasonal…

Free outdoor screening of the 1993 Disney comedy Cool Runnings.

Kyle Gillis and Becca Guilderson bring their annual Kenny & Dolly Christmas tribute back to The Carleton for year five, spinning all those iconic duets that'll get you in the festive mood. Perfect crew…

Kyle Gillis and Becca Gulderson are back for their fifth year celebrating Kenny and Dolly's "Once Upon A Christmas" at The Carleton—expect all the holiday classics with a live band that'll get everyone in…

Kyle Gillis and Becca Guilderson are back with their annual Kenny & Dolly Christmas tribute at The Carleton, bringing all those nostalgic platinum hits to life with a full band. Perfect excuse to kick…

Christine Campbell and Blake Johnston's bringing their Christmas show back to The Carleton with the Black Market Band and surprise guests—expect a mix of electric and acoustic vibes that'll get you in the holiday…

Grab your friends for an improvised D&D adventure where the story's made up on the spot at 1743 Grafton St. Nerdy chaos meets improv magic on Dec 3rd.

Paul Baloche's bringing his Christmas worship tour to Faith City Church—expect a night of festive songs and community vibes that'll get you in the holiday spirit.

Symphony Nova Scotia's bringing the magic back with The Nutcracker at Rebecca Cohn this December—the perfect festive outing for the whole crew. Catch it Friday and Saturday nights.

Holiday Magic 2026 at 2 Circassian Dr in Dartmouth pairs live music with a solid cause—proceeds fund Dr. Karthik Tennankore's groundbreaking kidney health research using VR to tackle dialysis brain fog for Nova Scotia…

Free outdoor screening of the animated penguin musical Happy Feet.

Bette MacDonald and Maynard Morrison bring Cape Breton Christmas vibes to the Rebecca Cohn with Wendy MacIsaac, Mac Morin and Jordan Musycsyn—perfect for getting properly festive with friends.

Rachel MacLean, Heather Rankin, and Dale Miller bring the holiday warmth to Sanctuary Arts Centre in Dartmouth for an intimate seasonal show. Perfect for getting cozy with friends while soaking in some stellar local…

Dalhousie Collegium Cantorum's bringing some gorgeous seasonal choral vibes to Halifax United Church with Bach, Vaughan Williams, and Poulenc on deck for the holidays.

The Carroll brothers are back with a holiday encore at The Carleton—expect classic Sons of Maxwell tunes mixed with festive tracks from their Christmas albums, and yeah, they sold out the first one so…

Lennie Gallant brings Maritime folk charm to the Lighthouse Arts Centre with an intimate Christmas show that's perfect for the whole crew. Doors at 7, music at 8—get there early and soak in some…

EFT's bringing back that cozy 90s school concert energy with local talent doing all your Christmas favorites at Alderney Landing in Dartmouth. Banquet seating, classic vibes, and stories—basically the Rankin Family Christmas special but…

Big Fish is dropping their brand new holiday album at The Carleton with a full live performance followed by a festive party set of classics. Rowdy crew energy and original holiday tunes on Dec…

Pretty Archie brings Cape Breton warmth to The Carleton with a holiday show that's equal parts festive and fun—their quintet sound is hard to pin down, but always worth the trip. Doors at 8…

Free outdoor screening of Disney's Frozen.

The East Coast Blues Society's bringing holiday vibes with Canadian blues legends at Mic Mac Amateur Aquatic Club—perfect way to warm up a December night.

Height Requirement brings their '80s party energy back to The Carleton for a solstice dance night—expect packed floors and pure nostalgia vibes starting at 8 PM. Tickets $20 + HST, standing room only.

The Irish Descendants bring their Christmas show back to Halifax this December—expect traditional tunes and holiday cheer that'll have you in the festive spirit.

LunaSea Theatre's holiday fundraiser at Sanctuary Arts Centre brings live music and festive vibes to Dartmouth on Dec 14th—perfect excuse to get out of the rain and support local theatre.

A magical Christmas tale about a forgotten letter and lost wishes comes to Bus Stop Theatre this Wednesday—perfect for a cozy rainy night in.

Jon Bryant's bringing his annual Maritime Mistletoe concert to Sanctuary Arts Centre with holiday classics, original songs, and that cozy winter vibe you need right now.

Matt Dusk's bringing smooth Sinatra vibes to the Lighthouse Arts Centre for a Christmas show that'll have you feeling mellow and festive. Perfect crew outing before the holidays hit.

Còig's bringing their Celtic holiday magic back to The Carleton this December with all the festive tunes and spirited instrumentals you need to feel the season. Grab tickets for their annual Christmas show on…

Spontaneity Improv's doing a Mario Party-themed show with holiday vibes—expect chaos, laughs, and your crew losing it at 1743 Grafton St.

Derek Seguin brings his Dysfunctional Christmas Tour to Yuk Yuk's for a comedy show that'll make holiday chaos feel relatable. Perfect excuse to laugh off family dinner drama before it even happens.

Grab your crew and head to Dartmouth for The Big Holiday Sing at Sanctuary Arts Centre—nothing says festive like belting out carols with a room full of people who actually want to be there.

Catch this musical comedy about a mall Santa at Sanctuary Arts Centre in Dartmouth—it's the perfect blend of holiday chaos and laugh-out-loud moments.

Catch Handel's "Dublin" Messiah at Rebecca Cohn this December—it's the original version that'll give you all the feels. Friday and Saturday nights, so grab your crew.

Rumours hosts a holiday movie night with a screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas. Grab a drink, get cozy and sing along — no cover, 19+ with ID.

Rec Room Jams are bringing their holiday rowdiness to The Carleton on Dec 18—expect a set of seasonal classics followed by a full dance party that'll get everyone moving. Tickets are $20 + HST,…

Derek Seguin's bringing his Dysfunctional Christmas Comedy Tour to the Sackawa Canoe Club in Lower Sackville on Dec 18th—one of Canada's funniest comics doing what he does best. Grab your crew and snag tickets…

The Ordeals bring their crew and kids to Bearly's for a cozy Christmas show that's part family affair, part live music magic on the 18th.

Free outdoor screening of the holiday classic Home Alone.

Symphony NS brings the Dublin Messiah to life at Rebecca Cohn on Dec 19—a fresh take on the holiday classic that'll hit different than the version your parents played on repeat.

Maximum Overdrive's bringing the '80s Christmas chaos to The Carleton on December 19th—dust off your Santa hat and prepare for a rowdy night of holiday nostalgia. Tickets are $25, show starts at 8 PM.

Experience Christmas classics by candlelight at this intimate concert in downtown Halifax—live performers, holiday vibes, and that perfect glow for a date night or crew hangout.

The Mellotones are bringing that funky holiday groove to Bearly's on Dec 19—expect groovy covers and good vibes with your crew.

Country legends get the holiday treatment at Light House Arts Centre with tributes to Alan Jackson, Garth Brooks, Brad Paisley & George Strait. Doors at 7, show at 8, 19+.

The Barra MacNeils bring their maritime magic to the Rebecca Cohn with An East Coast Christmas—expect their signature harmonies, fiddle magic, and stories that'll get you in the holiday spirit.

The Little Holiday Sing at Sanctuary Arts Centre is your cozy December tradition—gather with locals for intimate seasonal tunes and pure community vibes.

String quartets by candlelight playing your favourite Christmas carols—basically the coziest way to get into the holiday spirit downtown. Perfect date night vibes on Dec 20th.

Dave Gunning and J.P. Cormier are back with their annual holiday tradition at The Carleton—two Maritime legends trading stories, picking, and singing their hearts out. Grab tickets for Dec 20 at 7 PM before…

Dave Gunning and J.P. Cormier are back at The Carleton for their annual holiday run—these two are absolute wizards with a guitar and a story. Grab tickets for Dec 21st at 7 PM before…

Dave Gunning and J.P. Cormier bring their holiday tradition back to The Carleton with serious picking and storytelling chops. Grab tickets for Tuesday, Dec 22 at 7 PM before they sell out.

Dave Gunning and J.P. Cormier are back at The Carleton for their annual holiday run, bringing the picking, singing, and stories that make this a season tradition. Snag tickets for December 23rd at 7…

John Main's bringing the holiday vibes to Bearly's on Christmas Eve afternoon—perfect way to kick off the festivities with some live music and good company.