Events
From ocean-side concerts to night markets and food festivals, Halifax is known for its unforgettable events. Use our festival & events calendar to help plan your future Halifax adventures.
Events for August 6, 2022
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2022 ICF Canoe Sprint and Paracanoe World Championships
The 2022 ICF Canoe Sprint and Paracanoe World Championships will take place from August 3–7, in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
Find out more »Ongoing
Halifax Seaport Cider & Beerfest
THE 14TH ANNUAL HALIFAX SEAPORT CIDER & BEERFEST AUGUST 4TH, 5TH, & 6TH 2022 THE FESTIVAL IS BACK, 100% OUTDOORS & NOW INCLUDES FIZZFEST We’re ‘Getting Fizzy With It!’ We’ve expanded to bring you a wide variety of refreshing hard seltzers, pre-mixed cocktails, and sodas for to try, in addition to our extensive assortment of delicious […]
Find out more »East Coast Classics X Grand Oasis
The Grand Oasis Festival Series – a free festival to celebrate music, art, and culture at Grand Parade in downtown Halifax. The festival will take place from June 21 to Oct. 1, 2022. Check the Grand Oasis schedule to see who's performing.
Find out more »10:00 AM
EVRY Jewels Pop Up Shop
Halifax Pop Up Shop Up to 80% off, buy 1 get 1 free No entry fee, All ages welcome Accepted payment forms: Debit, Credit, Cash Free food and prizes Photo booth and music on site
Find out more »Taylor Swift Brunch
Look what you made us do…We know you love T-Swift and we love you! So come have swift-themed brunch dishes while listening to endless songs about heartbreak and friendship!
Find out more »7:00 AM
FuboTV Premier League Viewing Party
FuboTV, the leading sports-first live TV streaming platform, is bringing the soccer spirit to Canada. On Saturday, August 6, FuboTV celebrates the Premier League’s first match week. Fans are invited to come out to the FuboTV viewing events and cheer on their favourite clubs as the teams begin their bid for glory.
Find out more »7:00 PM
Shakespeare by the Sea Summer Season (2022)
This summer join the cast and crew of Shakespeare by the Sea at the picturesque Cambridge Battery in beautiful Point Pleasant Park for a night of theatre!
Find out more »7:30 PM
MouseTrap Music Presents: Braden Lam with guests Moira and Claire
Join us in the Mousetrap on Saturday August 6th to celebrate the release of Braden Lam's new single "don't let go" with special guests Moira & Claire. About: Braden Lam's new single "don't let go" (available August 3rd) is the quintessential soundtrack to your summer. As crushable as The Fizz seltzer, and tasty as a […]
Find out more »11:00 AM
Live Music on the Waterfront
Come enjoy some incredible live music on the waterfront, courtesy of many talented performers from Marine Talent Management.
Find out more »4:00 PM
DJ OKAY TK on Foundation Wharf
Come listen to some Music on the Waterfront! DJ OKAY TK takes a unique approach to music. His performances are all about engaging and connecting with the listeners. He does this through his diverse song selection, on stage personality, and technical ability.
Find out more »5:30 PM
19th Annual Northern Lights Lantern Festival
We’re happy to announce the 19th Annual Northern Lights Lantern Festival is returning on Saturday, August 6, 2022 from 5:30-9:30pm at Merv Sullivan Park (the Pit), Halifax, NS. Connect with friends old and new for a fun, free event with the whole family. The festival is a celebration of the vibrancy and diversity of Halifax’s […]
Find out more »8:00 PM
Live Jazz versions of classics and current pop hits at Pacifico
This Ain’t Your Average Jazz Band The G Street Band plays jazz standards mixed in with high-energy, jazz versions of classics and current pop hits - every Friday and Saturday night at The New Pacifico in Halifax. The evening starts off low key as people enjoy a curated menu and specialty cocktails in an elegant setting. From there it builds over the […]
Find out more »6:00 PM
Argentinean Tango dancing by Tangonova
The Milonga del Puerto is a social dance party, providing a venue for anyone who dances tango or is studying it, in the Argentinean style. It also serves as cultural treat for tourists and locals who may be passing by and enjoy watching. Once or twice over the summer, a class may be offered to […]
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