What’s happening around our beautiful city in June? The splash parks and outdoor pools will be opening later in June, and many summer events and festivals are in the works! Another school year is almost in the books, so check out our Summer Camp Guide for our top picks of Summer Camps in HRM. Enjoy our month-at-a-glance listing of ongoing events in June for Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Sackville, and beyond!
If you’re looking for more ideas, the Family Fun Halifax calendar is continuously updated with the latest events. Also, each Wednesday, we publish our ‘Weekend Roundup’, family-friendly Halifax events for the upcoming weekend. Happy June, everyone!
🆓Lebanese Cedar Festival | June 4-7, 2026
It’s the Annual Lebanese Cedar Festival, where you can savour the sights, sounds, and tastes of everything Lebanese. This popular festival includes authentic Lebanese cuisine, Lebanese music, cultural shows, mouth-watering pastries, and much more.
Cold Waters Seafood Festival | June 6-7, 2026
The cold, clear waters of the Eastern Shore yield some of the best seafood in the province – great eats, live music, and family fun.
Halifax Greek Fest | June 11-14, 2026
The Halifax Greek Fest is one of the best Halifax festivals of the summer. The festival showcases culinary specialties and Greek cultural and historical roots.
RiverBreeze Farm Baby Animal Days | June 6, 7, 13, 14, & 21, 2026
RiverBreeze Farm invites you to celebrate spring at their Baby Animal Days – adorable baby goats, lambs, piggies, chicks, bunnies, and more.
🆓Family Fun Day at Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum | June 20, 2026
Fun for the whole family! Visit the Museum to participate in engaging kids’ activities and STEM learning stations while exploring the exhibits. There will be a FREE BBQ for lunch and cotton candy served all day.
Sail Grand Prix | June 20-21, 2026
Sail Grand Prix is coming back to the Halifax Harbour on June 20-21, 2026! Teams from around the world will be going head-to-head, so be sure to come out and cheer for Team Canada. Tickets will likely sell out, so grab them while you can!
🆓Bedford Days Celebration | June 27 – July 1, 2026
Bedford Days is a 10-day festival that offers family-friendly activities and events celebrating cultural diversity and good old-fashioned fun.
🆓Open Street Dartmouth | June 28, 2026
Downtown Dartmouth’s biggest street party of the year is BACK! Portland Street from Alderney Drive to Victoria Road will be CAR FREE, and will be full of pop-up shops, entertainment, and more!
Father’s Day Guide
Father’s Day is on June 21st this year – what are your plans for Father’s Day weekend? Dads work hard and play hard, so find a fun activity you can do together. Visit our Father’s Day Guide for the best family events in and around Halifax.
Check out our Father’s Day Guide here!
Summer Camp Guide
Summer camps are the perfect way to provide your kids with fun, activities and learning during their school break. Whether your kids are into sports or art, enrichment or exploration, the Family Fun Halifax 2026 Summer Camp Guide features our top picks for summer fun in Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, and beyond!
Check out our Summer Camp Guide here!
But Wait… There’s More!
Love seeing the Family Fun Events in Halifax in June, but want MORE? Keep tabs on everything happening in #YHZ with our calendar, and stay tuned to all the best local family events through our Facebook, Instagram and TikTok!
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