Cheapies & Freebies
Having kids can get expensive but having fun with kids does not have to be. Many of the other pages include activities that can be done for free but this page is dedicated for those special deals that come along every once in awhile. Please note that these deals are subject to change without notice. We encourage you to call the facility before you head out on your fun activities!
Grading Day Freebies Around HRM
School is out for the summer! It’s been a long year, and your children have worked very hard throughout, so it’s time to celebrate! A few local businesses offer free items to local kids on grading day. Grading Day Freebies Venue: Chicken Little Dairy Bar, Bedford Date: June 30, 2026
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Free Music All Summer Long With the Dartmouth Summer Sunshine Series
Get ready for an exciting summer of FREE live music and special events in Dartmouth! On weekends from June 28 to September 12, 2026, plus a few additional dates for holiday events, the Dartmouth Ferry Terminal Park and Sullivan’s Pond Park will boast live entertainment. Check out their evolving weekly
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See a Movie for $3.99* at Cineplex Family Favourites
Cineplex knows how expensive it can be to take the whole family out to the movies. That’s why they created Cineplex Family Favourites – your favourite kid-friendly movies for only $3.99*. Catch them on Saturday mornings at select Cineplex Theatres. (Showtimes/tickets might not be available until a few days before
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FREE Hot Air Balloon Rides With RE/MAX NOVA®
Balloon Days are back! From June 30th to July 3rd, RE/MAX NOVA will be hosting FREE hot air balloon ride events! Check out their full schedule on their Instagram page. Many of these events will also include bouncy castles, games, face painting, carnival treats and more! Hot Air Balloon Rides
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Shop the Night Away at the Sackville Sunset Market
Experience the vibrant Sackville Sunset Market with free entry for everyone! The market will feature a diverse array of local vendors and unique products. On the main stage, enjoy a series of engaging multicultural performances, while the little ones stay entertained with children’s activities and an accessible playground. Don’t forget
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The Dartmouth Comic Arts Festival
Do you have a comic-loving kid? If so, this is a must-see event for you. The Dartmouth Comic Arts Festival – DCAF is returning this summer to Alderney Landing on August 8th & 9th. DCAF Talks take place on Saturday at the Alderney Gate Library, and DCAF Shops is Sunday
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Canada Day Family Fun at Sackville Communities Days
Sackville Community Days is a community, family-oriented celebration organized around Canada Day. Some of the activities include the parade at 9 am on July 1st, a Teddy Bear Picnic in the afternoon on July 1st, and the fireworks on July 4th at 10 pm. Visit their Facebook page and website
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The Kiwanis Mother Goose Festival
FREE family fun in Downtown Dartmouth’s Ferry Terminal Park! Activities include bouncy castles, meeting farm animals, meeting nursery rhyme friends, digging for treasure, puppet shows from Maritime Marionettes and more! Kiwanis Mother Goose Festival Date: July 11, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Venue: Ferry Terminal Park Address: 88
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Halifax Celtic Cultural Festival
Celtic Roots are plentiful in our city, and what better way to celebrate with neighbours, friends and community than at The Halifax Celtic Festival 2026! Join in the fun and find music, dance, food, cultural events and family-friendly activities. Best part? Events are FREE! Check out the complete schedule of
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Find the Official Halifax-Dartmouth Canada Day Events for HRM Here!
It’s time to celebrate Canada Day, and many special events are happening in Halifax and Dartmouth. Halifax Citadel National Historic Site: Enjoy FREE entry from 9 AM – 5 PM and a Canada Day cake will be served! Canadian Museum of Immigration: From 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM, there will
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