What’s happening around our beautiful city? Enjoy our month-at-a-glance listing of ongoing events in August happening in Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Sackville and beyond!
August is here – the dog days of summer! The fun starts right out of the gate with the Busker Festival and the Natal Day Festival happening on the long weekend. The festival fun keeps on rolling on and August holds lots of different events from music to street performers, cultural celebrations and parades. It won’t be hard to find events for all ages and interests.
If you are looking for more ideas on how to keep the kids busy this summer, check out 2024 Summer Fun Bucket List.
Here is our month-at-a-glance which highlights some of the family-friendly events in August and if you are looking for upcoming events, the Family Fun Halifax calendar is continually being updated with the latest news. Also, each Wednesday, we publish our ‘Weekend Roundup’ – family-friendly Halifax events for the upcoming weekend. Happy August, everyone!
Halifax Busker Festival (July 31 – August 5): The Halifax Busker Festival is back and will take place on both the Halifax and Dartmouth waterfronts. Electrifying performers will take to multiple stages during this festival for incredible international and local performances.
Natal Day Events (August 3-5): Celebrate Natal Day with parties, parades and more! There promises to be lots of exciting events for the whole family on both sides of the Harbour.
Eastern Passage – Cow Bay Summer Carnival (August 4-11): The Annual Eastern Passage-Cow Bay Summer Carnival will have tons of family friendly events including the Teddy Bear Picnic, Sand Castle Contest, Scavenger Hunt, Midway, Parade, Fireworks, and much more!
Northern Lights Lantern Festival (August 10): The 21st Annual Northern Lights Lantern Festival will be held at Merv Sullivan Park with tons of FREE events! Enjoy live entertainment, pony rides, bouncy castles, games, and the star of the show – lantern making.
Flavors of India Food Festival (August 17-18): Immerse yourself in the aromas and tastes of India at the inaugural Flavors of India Food Festival. With a kid zone available, amazing food, and free entry, this event will have something for everyone!
Clam Harbour Sandcastle Competition (August 18): Get your bucket and shovel – it’s the annual Clam Harbour Sandcastle competition! Get inspired and join in or bring the kids to view some of the most unique beach creations and award-winning masterpieces.
Mother Goose Festival (August 24):This event is always a hit with the littles, it’s free and fun for the whole family.
Don’t forget, in addition to these events above, there are lots of ongoing activities at these great Halifax attractions:
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, Discovery Centre, Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Museum of Natural History, Africville Museum, Halifax Central Library, Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, Shearwater Avaiation Museum, Ross Farm Museum and Shubenacadie Wildlife Farm
Be sure to visit our calendar for current events happening in your community. Have a fantastic August everyone!
