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 18, 2022
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Celebrate A&W Burgers to Beat MS Day and Help Canadians Living with MS
Satisfy your tastebuds and support a great cause! On Thursday, August 18, join A&W Canada in celebrating Burgers to Beat MS Day, where $2 from every Teen Burger® sold will be donated to the MS Society of Canada. Getting involved has never been easier! Show your support and purchase a Teen Burger at your local […]
Find out more »THE QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE CONCERT SERIES
THE QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE CONCERT SERIES Every THURSDAY, June 30 to July 28 June 30 Bella Trio 4:30 – 6:00 PMJuly 7 Adam LeBlanc Trio 6:30 - 8:00 PMJuly 14 Festive Music 6:30 - 8:00 […]
Find out more »Never Give Up Day
This August 18, the City of Halifax proudly joins community members celebrating Never Give Up Day and has proclaimed August 18, 2022, as Never Give Up Day. Never Give Up Day is a global celebration day focused on cultivating a mindset of determination. The mayoral proclamation signals the city's role in recognizing the importance of […]
Find out more »7:30 PM
R STUDIOS: WATERFRONT SWEATS
In partnership with Develop NS, boutique fitness studio R STUDIOS brings you 3 outdoor movement experiences you won't want to miss. Instructed by some of our most incredible teachers we are offering 3 free classes this August that are perfect for everyone and every BODY. Bring a mat and sunscreen. These events are weather dependant. […]
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 »Live Kitchen Party at the Light House Arts Centre
In partnership with the Ultimate Nova Scotia Kitchen Party Facebook group and Nova Scotia Buzz, Light House Arts Centre is throwing 3 FREE concerts this summer!
Find out more »6:30 PM
Haliente Salsa Dancing
Salsa dancing on the Waterfront! We are going to kick things off with an hour of Salsa Beginner Workshop with Moses Diallo from 7:45 pm - 8:45pm. Followed by 2 hours of social dancing starting at 9pm.
Find out more »6:00 PM
Thursday Nite Market
The Thursday Nite Market is a carefully curated Artisan Market at Sparkles n' Sawdust Studio: 5239 Blowers St. in Downtown Halifax. Enjoy shopping local every Thursday night beginning July 7th 2022! What can you expect? - 14 Vendors (no overlap in products) - In-studio boutique shopping - Friendly atmosphere - Food, Art, Crafts & More […]
Find out more »10:30 AM
LEARN TO CAMP with PARKS CANADA
Learn-to Camp aims to reach Canadians where they're at, to empower them to take on their next outdoor adventure with style. Come stop by and ask us any camp questions you have, pick up a few tips and tricks, and join us for some games!
Find out more »STORYTIME Hosted by The Friends of the Public Gardens
Join us every Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. for Storytime. Hosted by The Friends of the Public Gardens, this free program for children runs every week, rain or shine. Ideally suited for children aged 2 – 6, though all are certainly welcome and no registration is required. We read an array of picture books for […]
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