This family-friendly guide to Halifax provides all the information you need to plan what you can and enjoy the unexpected—Halifax will take care of the rest. Browse the guide for inspiration and ideas on things to do with kids in Halifax, family-friendly activities and attractions, and essential information to help you create your own unforgettable family adventure.
The Ultimate Guide to Halifax for Kids
The Halifax Kids’ Guide is the ultimate resource for anyone looking for family-friendly things to do in Halifax. It’s packed with ideas and inspiration for grown-ups planning a family trip, plus fun Hali-facts, interactive activities, and plenty of silly jokes to keep kids busy and engaged.
This guide was created by locals!
The information in this guide was sourced from a wide range of local and provincial partners, including AllTrails, Build Nova Scotia, The Coast, Downtown Dartmouth Business Commission, Downtown Halifax Business Commission, Family Fun Halifax, Halifax Partnership, Halifax Regional Municipality, Halifax Trails, Mi’kmaq Online, the Mi’kmaq Resource Centre at Unama’ki College, the Musquodoboit Trailway Association, the North End Business Association, Tourism Nova Scotia, Sipekne’katik Treaty Truckhouse, and more.
Special thanks to NSITE’N for their support in the creation of this content.
GREEN FACT: The ink used to create the printed version of our Kids’ Guide is completely vegetable-based AND the paper is recyclable!
The Story of Waltes
Waltes is a traditional Mi’kmaw game of chance that has been played for over 500 years. More than just a game, it is a piece of Mi’kmaw culture, history, and art. To discover more about this captivating tradition, watch this video and explore page 6 of our 2025 Kids’ Guide for more information.
If you would like detailed instructions on how to play Waltes, visit our blog, The Story of Waltes and How to Play It.
Did you know
The fiddlehead fern design often found on traditional Mi’kmaq clothing, baskets, and art emphasizes the importance of the plant to the people of the Mi’kmaw Nation.
The design shows the way that the fiddlehead fern curls just before a person eats it. You split it as you put it in your mouth to enjoy the richness of its flavour.
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Hali-Facts
The Emera Oval is the largest outdoor, artificially refrigerated ice surface east of Quebec City. The Oval is the size of 3 NHL hockey rinks!
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Did you know
Kuowaqe’jk is the Mi’kmaq place name for Citadel Hill.
Hali-Facts
Did you know that Halifax is closer to Dublin, Ireland than it is to Vancouver, BC?
Activities & Printables
Halifax Bingo
How many of these local adventures can you cross off your bingo card?
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Lighthouse Maze
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Hali-facts
Did you know that the Upper Musquodoboit is Nova Scotia’s largest wooden playground?
Check out more must-play Halifax playgrounds via the blog, 10 Best Playgrounds in the Halifax Region.
Safety Basics
Safety first! Here’s what you need to know before you go.
For more safety information, see page 2 of the Halifax Kids’ Guide before heading out to explore.
