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GIFTABLE EXPERIENCES

This year, put something different under the tree

Find giftable Halifax experiences for everyone on your list.

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HANDPICKED HALIFAX EXPERIENCES

Kick off the season with the Thunderbirds!

Catch the inaugural home opener December 7!

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HANDPICKED HALIFAX EXPERIENCES

Holiday Pop-Up at the Stubborn Goat Beer Garden

A one-time winter waterfront pop-up.

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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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HANDPICKED HALIFAX EXPERIENCES

Handpicked Halifax Experiences

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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Events

Full Event Calendar

Upcoming Events

Type

Date

Location

Halifax Lights Festival 2019

Community & Civic

Nov 30 - Dec 7

Downtown Halifax

Hydrostone Tree Lighting

Community & Civic

Dec 6

North End Halifax

Alderney Landing Christkindlmarket

Shopping

Dec 6 - 8

Dartmouth-Cole Harbour

Last Minute Christmas Craft Show 2019

Shopping

Dec 7 - 8

North End Halifax

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Things to Do

No matter what you're into, Halifax has something for everyone. Live music, world-class cuisine, sporting events, theatre, shopping, and plenty more. Find it all here in Halifax.