Where to Celebrate African Heritage Month 2026

Community leaders, elders, youth, and government representatives will come together to officially mark the beginning of African Heritage Month celebrations in Nova Scotia.

• Dates & Time: January 27, 2026, at 1 pm
• Location: Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia

Watch the livestream on YouTube.
Visit the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia, the first and largest museum dedicated to Black history in Canada. The museum has various events throughout African Heritage Month.

In partnership with Halifax Public Libraries and the African History Month Association, the Office of Diversity & Inclusion/ANSAIO will be hosting the opening night of African Heritage Month. Welcoming hundreds of community members, there’ll be speeches, celebrations, and a musical performance from Josh Williams.

• Dates & Time: January 28, 2026, at 7 pm
• Location: Paul O’Regan Hall at the Halifax Central Library

Halifax Public Libraries host an array of events throughout African Heritage Month. Check out the full program on their events page.

Experience the flag raising, then move to Halifax City Hall for a proclamation reading by Mayor Andy Fillmore, a panel discussion, and light refreshments. The panel will focus on the power, purpose, and importance of celebrating African heritage, culture, and legacy, bringing together youth and elders to participate in conversation.

• Dates & Time: January 29, 2026, at 10 am
• Location: Halifax City Hall

See curated photos, artifacts, and storytelling developed by the Africville Museum. You’ll learn about the lived experiences, culture, and community that defined Africville for more than 100 years.

Dates: On display from Feb 2-28.

Location: IKEA Halifax Community Space

Celebrate Black History Month with the Africa Festival of Arts and Culture Society at their 2026 Dinner Event, featuring soul music, food, and rich stories.

• Date & Time: February 14, 2026, 6 pm–11 pm
• Location: Rosaria Hall, Mount St. Vincent University, 166 Bedford Hwy, Halifax, NS
• Tickets: Available for purchase. For details, visit the event page.

Created by the Fabienne Colas Foundation, the Halifax Black Film Festival (HBFF) showcases Black stories, culture, and voices from around the globe.

• Dates: February 20–24, 2026
• Location: Various venues across Halifax, like Cineplex Park Lane and the Halifax Central Library.

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.

Presented by the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia

Attend an unforgettable evening at the 2026 African Heritage Month Gala, a prestigious event celebrating the rich culture and heritage of the Black community in Nova Scotia.

• Date & Time: Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 5 pm–11:30 pm
• Location: Halifax Convention Centre, 1650 Argyle Street, Halifax, NS
• Find ticket information here.

Check out City Hall in stunning black, green, and red colours to honour African Heritage Month.

Date: Until the end of February