African Heritage Month 2025 promises a dynamic array of events celebrating African Nova Scotians' brilliance, resilience, and cultural contributions. Be sure to mark your calendars and join the celebrations to honour this legacy in action.
Controlled Damage: The Story of Civil Rights Icon Viola Desmond
Experience Controlled Damage is a powerful theatrical production that brings to life the inspiring story of Viola Desmond, a trailblazer in Canada’s civil rights movement.
- Dates & Times: Daily showings at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM until February 2, 2025
- Location: Neptune Theatre
Don’t miss this moving portrayal of Desmond’s fight for justice and equality. For tickets and more information, click here.
Africa Festival of Arts and Culture Black History Month Dinner Event
Celebrate Black History Month with the Africa Festival of Arts and Culture Society at their 2025 Dinner Event, featuring authentic African cuisine, live music, and art.
- Date & Time: Saturday, February 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Location: Rosaria Hall, Mount St. Vincent University, 166 Bedford Hwy, Halifax, NS
This immersive evening honours African communities’ rich history and contributions while providing vibrant cultural expressions.
Tickets: Available for purchase. For details, visit the event page.
2025 African Heritage Month Gala
Presented by the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia
Attend an unforgettable evening at the 2025 African Heritage Month Gala, a prestigious event celebrating the Black presence in arts and culture within Nova Scotia and across Canada.
- Date & Time: Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 5:00 PM
- Location: Halifax Convention Centre, 1650 Argyle Street, Halifax, NS
- Highlights:
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- Live performances featuring award-winning Canadian artist Reeny and other talented African Canadian performers.
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- A pre-reception Cultural Village showcasing organizations that support and elevate Black culture, heritage, and art.
Tickets:
- $120 per person.
- Corporate tables are also available for reservation.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the official event page on the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia (BCCNS) website.
Voices from Down Home: Dialogues on Community Connections in Black Canadian Art
Presented by TD in celebration of African Heritage Month
Join a thought-provoking panel discussion featuring artists from Down Home, an acclaimed exhibition at the Dalhousie Art Gallery curated by Fabiyino Germain-Bajowa. Through their remarkable works, these artists show the strength and vibrancy of African Nova Scotian and Black Canadian life and identity.
- Date & Time: Thursday, February 27, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location: Halifax Central Library, Paul O’Regan Hall
- Panelists:
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- Chantal Gibson – African Canadian author, artist, and educator
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- Kayza DeGraff-Ford – African Canadian visual artist
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- Rebecca Fisk – African Nova Scotian visual artist and educator
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- Preston Pavlis – African American visual artist
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- Vanessa Thomas – African Nova Scotian digital artist and muralist
- Registration: Free and open to the public. Click here for more information.
Halifax Black Film Festival 2025
Presented by the Fabienne Colas Foundation, the Halifax Black Film Festival (HBFF) showcases Black stories, culture, and voices from around the globe.
- Dates: February 28 – March 4, 2025
- Location: Various venues across Halifax (specific venues to be announced).
Highlights:
- Screenings of independent films by Black filmmakers.
- Panel discussions.
- Opportunities to connect with filmmakers and film enthusiasts.
For tickets, schedules, and more, visit the Halifax Black Film Festival website.
City Hall Lit in Pan-African Colours
Check out City Hall in stunning black, green, and red colours to honour African Heritage Month.
Date: Until the end of February
Halifax Public Libraries
Halifax Public Libraries host an array of events throughout African Heritage Month. Check out the full program on their events page.
Deepen Your Insight
Celebrate African Heritage Month by reading an interview with Dr. Afua Cooper, who reminds us that celebrating African heritage isn’t just for one month—it’s a vital thread in Canada’s story.