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Festivals

The Halifax festival season runs from May until October each year with many Festivals celebrating everything art, culture, music, friends, family and food!

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Halifax Black Film Festival

The 8th Halifax Black Film Festival will be held from February 23-26. Various locations throughout the city will be hosting screenings, see a full film and location schedule online. Halifax Black Film Festival Date: February 23-26, 2023 Location: Online and in-person at Cineplex Park Lane Website: www.halifaxblackfilm.com

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Dine Around Halifax 2024

During the month of February, you can enjoy ‘Dine Around Halifax’, a celebration of Halifax’s culinary scene where you can sample some of the city’s best culinary creations without breaking the bank. See all participating restaurants here. Dine Around Halifax When: February 1st – 29th, 2024 Where: Various locations throughout HRM
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Nocturne Halifax: Art at Night

Nocturne Halifax: Art at Night consists of a variety of art exhibitions and performances, staged across the galleries and public spaces of downtown Halifax and Dartmouth. It is totally FREE and designed and planned by faithful volunteers. Many exhibits are family-friendly. Nocturne: Art at Night When: October 12th – 15th,
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India Fest 2023

The Indian Festivals Club of Nova Scotia [IFCNS] will be hosting India Fest 2023 with a variety of Indian food, clothes, arts & crafts, jewellery and henna. This event will allow you the opportunity to experience Indian Culture with authentic food, dance, and music. India Fest 2023 Where: Halifax Forum
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Geekorium- Summer Minifest

Join Game Over Cancer and Geequinox for a weekend of geekiness! With a variety of activities including cosplay, board games, captured escape rooms and more, this is the perfect time to get your geek on! Geekorium- Summer Minifest Date: July 29th, 2023 (12:00 pm – 7:00 pm) | July 30th,
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The 20th Annual Northern Lights Lantern Festival

The Annual Northern Lights Lantern Festival is returning for the 20th year! Featuring live music, bouncy castles, face painting, free community BBQ (hotdogs, halal & veggie), lantern making and a fireworks finale, we sure are happy that this event is back!  For a full schedule of events visit their website
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Mother Goose Festival

Kiwanis presents the Mother Goose Festival is always a hit with the littles, it’s free and fun for the whole family. Mother Goose Festival When: Saturday, August 12, 2023 Time: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Where: Ferry Terminal Park, Dartmouth (Alderney Landing) Contact: 902-461-8401 Facebook: www.facebook.com/MyAlderneyLanding

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Halifax Pride Festival

The Annual Halifax Pride Festival boasts some of the best events in the city with TONS of events for kids and families. This 10-day festival hosts events for all ages, including many FREE events!  Don’t forget to check out more great events at the Halifax Public Libraries in celebration of
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Hubbards Food Truck Festival

Head to Hubbards for an evening of tasty family fun! Enjoy a wide selection of food vendors, musical entertainment and more. Admission is $2. Hubbards Food Truck Festival Date: Friday, July 7, 2023 Time: 4:00 pm– 8:00 pm Facebook: www.fb.me/e/2PobXQlpP

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Halifax Jazz Festival with Kids

Did you think The Halifax Jazz Festival was just for grown-ups? Think again! Come down to the waterfront and chill out at one of the best Summer Festivals Halifax has to offer, with tons of FREE programs for kids and daytime performances. See the full lineup on the Halifax Jazz
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