Festivals
The Halifax festival season runs from May until October each year with many Festivals celebrating everything art, culture, music, friends, family and food!
Lake and Shore Days in Porter’s Lake
Join in a weekend of fun at the annual Lake and Shore Days in Porters Lake! Events will be held in and around Porters Lake, with the majority of events at the Porters Lake Community Center. There will be dances, a parade, a car show & kids carnival, family yoga
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Celebrate Acadia at the Grou Tyme Festival
Come down to the Halifax Waterfront for Grou Tyme Festival, previously Quinzou Festival. Experience Acadian music and culture at this celebration in honour of National Acadian Day. Grou Tyme Festival Dates: August 13-15, 2026 Time: Activities throughout the day, see full schedule on their website Venues: Foundation Wharf, Halifax Waterfront
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Pirate Days at Fisherman’s Cove
Aggrrr, Matey! All ages are invited to join the fun at Fisherman’s Cove in Eastern Passage for three days of pirate adventure! There will be mermaids, games, and high-seas entertainment for the whole family! Pirate Days at Fisherman’s Cove Dates: August 21 – August 23, 2026 Times: Friday 4:00 –
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Celebrate Lebanese Music, Culture and Food at the Halifax Lebanese Festival
It’s the 25th Anniversary of the Lebanese Festival, August 27th to 30th. This fun festival offers delicious Lebanese food, live entertainment, performances, and various activities for the whole family to enjoy. Admission to the festival is FREE, and they have something for everyone! Halifax Lebanese Festival Dates: August 27-30, 2026
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Halifax County Exhibition
Bring the whole family to the beautiful Musquodoboit Valley, NS, for Halifax County’s annual agricultural exhibition, an interactive and sensory-rich event for the whole family. At the Halifax County Exhibition happening August 19-22, 2026, experience interactive demonstrations, the joy of being around animals, games for all ages, and toe-tapping music
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Eastern Passage Cow Bay Summer Carnival
The annual Eastern Passage-Cow Bay Summer Carnival is on from August 2nd to 9th, 2026, and will have tons of family-friendly events, including a photography contest, senior tea, fireworks, a sand sculpture contest, and so much more! Check their website for the full schedule of events. Eastern Passage Cow Bay
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Taste Asia: Asian Food Festival
Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with delicious meals during the Asian Food Festival! It is a great opportunity for businesses to directly connect with customers who are passionate about Asian culture. Taste Asia: Asian Food Festival Dates: TBD, 2026 Time: TBD Where: Foundation Wharf, Halifax Waterfront Address: 1549 Lower Water St,
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Flavours of India Food Festival
Immerse yourself in the aromas and tastes of India at the expanded Flavours of India Food Festival. This will be a 2-day celebration of India’s rich culture, flavours, music, and traditions. With a bouncy house and kids’ activities, amazing food, free entry and more, this event will have something for
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Eastern Shore Pride Festival
The beautiful Eastern Shore will be celebrating its 2SLGBTQIA+ Community during Eastern Shore Pride, August 15th-23rd, including the Family Pride Fair at the Musquodoboit Harbour Library on Saturday, August 15th, from 10:30 AM to Noon. Eastern Shore Pride Festival Dates: August 15-23, 2026 Venue: Various locations Website: www.easternshorepride.ca
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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