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HOLIDAYS IN HALIFAX

The Halifax Holiday Guide

Celebrate all things merry and bright with festive events, holiday shows, craft markets, tree lightings, parades and more!

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Halifax Taco Week 2019

An event that's already the taco the town.

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CRAFT MARKETS

Holiday Craft Markets

Shop local at these holiday markets.

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Experience the Agricola Street Holiday Night Market

Saturday, November 16

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6 Stunning Tree Lighting Events to Experience

Holiday cheer across the region!

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Curated local experiences for foodies, families, festival-goers & more, Handpicked Halifax is like being shown around by your own local guide.

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Date
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Halifax Taco Week 2019
Marquee
Nov 14 - 20
Downtown Halifax
Nova Scotia Tree for Boston Send-Off Event
Community & Civic
Nov 15
Downtown Halifax
Agricola Street Holiday Night Market
Arts & Culture
Nov 16
North End Halifax
24th Annual Chronicle Herald Holiday Parade of Lights
Community & Civic
Nov 16
Downtown Halifax
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Festivals & Events / Seasonal November 6, 2019

6 Stunning Tree Lighting Events in the Halifax Region

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HOLIDAYS IN HALIFAX

The Halifax Holiday Guide: parades, pageants, markets, music and more!

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