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February in Halifax has a way of holding a little bit of everything. It’s a month for gathering around shared histories during African Heritage Month, tables filled with good food, screens to cheer on Team Canada, and dance floors, workshops, and winter festivals that make the season feel lighter. Between long dinners, snowy adventures, Lunar New Year celebrations, family adventures, and even a bit of prehistoric wonder, February offers plenty of reasons to step out, slow down, and savour what’s happening around the city. Here are 10 of the ways to make the most of the month ahead.
1. Learn about and commemorate the roots, history, family traditions, and narratives of people of African descent during African Heritage Month
February in Nova Scotia marks African Heritage Month, a time to recognize the history, culture, achievements, and contributions of African Nova Scotians and people of African descent across the province.
This year’s African Heritage Month provincial theme is Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose, Prosperity, Power, and Progress. The theme speaks to the power that comes when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent stand together with a shared sense of direction, recognizing unity as an active force for change that strengthens communities, advances justice, and creates new opportunities.
Be sure to mark your calendars and join the celebrations to honour this legacy in action this month.
If you’re planning a visit here, or even looking to explore the city more intentionally, spending a day supporting Black-owned and Black-led spaces is a meaningful place to start. René Boudreau, founder of Elevate & Explore Black Nova Scotia, has created a curated itinerary that moves at a relaxed pace, inviting you to eat well, learn deeply, and connect with this community that continues to shape the city.
2. Dig deep into Halifax's dynamic dining scene
Get ready to taste your way through the Halifax region as you savour special prix-fixe menus priced at $10, $20, $30, $40, $50, or $60. From menus made for two to meals that come with a specialty drink, take advantage of inventive culinary creations all February long. With over 130 restaurants participating, there’s never been a better time to explore Halifax’s dining scene and support local.
Dine Around | February 1-28 | Multiple locations
3. Cheer on Team Canada at an Olympics viewing party
Get out and cheer on Team Canada at a local viewing party. Take advantage of special deals as you watch the action on big screens throughout the month. Whether you’re looking to catch the opening ceremony or your favourite winter sport, most businesses will be streaming the 2026 Winter Olympics all throughout February.
Canada Games Centre | February 4 – March 15
Niche Lounge | February 5-22
Propeller Brewing – Bedford Highway | February 6
Sackville Public Library | February 6-22
Rumours | February 6-22
GREAT FOR FAMILIES
4. Sweeten up Valentine's Day
Every occasion calls for chocolate, especially when it’s gourmet. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we’ve rounded up a selection of local crave-worthy chocolate shops in Halifax, decadent enough to satisfy any sweet tooth.
GREAT FOR FAMILIES
5. Get your sports fix
Hockey, taekwondo, figure skating, lacrosse, basketball, and karate: Halifax is jam-packed with heart-pumping sporting events all month long. See some of Canada’s top athletes compete for national titles at these family-friendly showdowns on the ice, court, box, and mat.
Taekwondo Canada National Championships | February 5-7 | Halifax Convention Centre
Skate Canada Trophy | February 5-8 | RBC Centre
Halifax Mooseheads Home Games | February 7, 12, 13, 27 | Scotiabank Centre
Halifax Thunderbirds Home Game | February 14 | Scotiabank Centre
AUS Basketball Championships | February 20-22 | Scotiabank Centre
National Karate Championships | February 20-22 | Halifax Convention Centre
Halifax Hoopers Home Opener | February 28 | Zatzman Sportsplex
GREAT FOR FAMILIES
6. Get up close with prehistoric giants at a new exhibit
Travel millions of years back in time at Dinosaur Exploration 2, the Museum of Natural History’s newest exhibit. Explore towering dinosaur skeletons, learn how these creatures lived and survived, and compare their size to our own. Examine the ankylosaurus’s armour, the stegosaurus’s powerful tail, and the triceratops’s defensive frill, then put your detective skills to the test as the clues of prehistory come to life.
Dinosaur Exploration 2 | February 7 – September 7 | Museum of Natural History
7. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with flavour, flair, and a little ink
From crafty workshops to dance parties, flash tattoo events, meals, and more, there are tons of way to get out to make your February a little sweeter.
Pal-entines Day Rug Hooking Workshop | February 7 | Ramblers
The Sweetheart Social | February 12 | St. Mary’s Boat Club
Galentine’s Movie Night | February 12 | Alderney Landing Theatre
Galentine’s Day at Tapestry | February 13 | TAPestry Beer Bar
Dancing Queen Valentine’s Day | February 14 | Rumours HFX
Discover Love: The Science of Sex | February 14 | Discovery Centre
Valentine’s Discotheque | February 14 | Seahorse Tavern
Galentine’s Wine Glass Painting | February 13 | Soberish Mocktail Shoppe
Valentine’s Dinner for Two | February 14 | Au Liban
Valentine’s Prix-Fixe Dinner | February 14 | Café Lunette
Valentine’s Day at Obladee | February 14 | Obladee Wine Bar
Valentine’s Day Sunday Brunch | February 15 | The Prince George Hotel
Date Night Flash & Mini Market | February 14 | Outlaw Country Tattoo
Lonely Hearts Club | February 14 | Lyle Street Tattoo Company
Be Mine Valentine’s Flash & Pop-up Market | February 14 | Three of Swords Tattoo Parlour
8. Sip, shop, and save on Spring Garden
Halifax’s first boutique crawl is happening this month, where you’ll be able to take advantage of unbeatable deals at shops along Spring Garden Road for one day only. Purchase a ticket to participate for $15, giving you access to these exclusive deals:
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Brilliant: Tax Free. Access to the New Spring Collection. Complimentary Drink
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Sweet Pea: 25% Off Storewide and Complimentary Refreshments
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Splurge: 20% Off Storewide. Complimentary Sweet Treats
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John Fluevog: Access to the New Spring Collection. Complimentary Refreshments
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House of Moda: 30% Off Permanent Jewelry. 20% Storewide. Complimentary Bubbly. In Store Surprises
- Pane e Circo: Free Glass of Wine/Apertivio or Coffee/Tea
Boutique Crawl | February 13 | Multiple locations
GREAT FOR FAMILIES
9. Lean into winter’s playful side
Celebrate winter in the best way possible – by embracing it. Sackville Snow Days is back from February 13-15, bringing a full weekend of family-friendly activities, outdoor adventures, and festive fun. Whether you’re competing in a contest, bundling up for a winter stroll, or warming up with hot chocolate in hand, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. With over 20 events planned, this long weekend is your chance to make the most of winter before it melts away.
If you’re looking to meet some furry friends, head out to the Eastern Shore for Family Day at Ataraxy Farm. Enjoy live caricatures, sweet treats like cotton candy and popcorn, pony rides, and local vendors. Play with the friendly goats and other farm animals that roam the farm. You can even browse their shop for handmade apothecary goods, from bath bombs to soaps, facial cleansers, shave, shampoo, and lotion bars, and more.
Sackville Snow Days | February 13-15 | Multiple locations
Ataraxy Farm Family Day | February 16 | Ataraxy Farm
GREAT FOR FAMILIES
10. Ring in the Lunar New Year
Step into the Year of the Fire Horse at Taste Asia 2026: Lunar Edition. Experience the traditions of the moon calendar at the Halifax Brewery Market where Asian food, art, and culture take centre stage. From steaming dumplings and sizzling street food to handcrafted goods and lively lion dances, this celebration is sure to be a feast for the senses.
Taste Asia Lunar Edition | February 15 | Halifax Brewery Market
