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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!

Family Fun Halifax
Have Fun, and Feast on Delicious Seafood at the Cold Waters Seafood Festival

The Eastern Shore Cold Waters Seafood Festival is back for 2023! This rain-or-shine event offers great eats, live music, and loads of family fun. Let’s dive back in and stuff ourselves with delicious local seafood! Eastern Shore Cold Waters Seafood Festival When: Saturday, June 3rd and Sunday, June 4th, 2023
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Harbourside Rib Fest

The Harbourside Rib Fest is cookin’ at the Alderney Landing. The grills will be heating up all weekend so you have plenty of time to try them all. Find the list of 2023 Ribbers here Harbourside Rib Fest When: June 30th – July 3rd, 2023 Time: Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 11:00
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Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival

The Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival is back! Get ready to join in the fun at the 89th annual Festival that kicks off the summer in Nova Scotia. There are so many fun events going on throughout the week including a children’s festival, the children’s parade, fireworks, movies, music, food,
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Family Fun at the Greatest Indoor Show on Earth: The Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo

Not only is it the family show of the summer, but the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo has been going strong for over 40 years! The Tattoo is an annual week-long event held in Halifax, with performers from all over the world. With traditional performances such as bagpipes and highland
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Halifax Greek Fest

For more than 3 decades, the Halifax Greek Fest has been one of the best summer festivals in the city! While the Festival may be best known for its food, they also offer an array of activities and events for guests to take part in. The festival not only showcases
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Bedford Days Celebration

Bedford Days is a 10-day long festival that delivers family-friendly activities and events that celebrate cultural diversity and good old-fashioned fun! The Bedford Days Website is the best place to find out exactly what is happening throughout the Celebration. Bedford Days When: June 21st – July 1st, 2023 Website: www.halifax.ca/recreation/events/bedford-days
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Cultural Artisan Market

This is an event to celebrate the diversity and cultural richness of Halifax with movies, traditional dances, vendors, performances, workshops and so much more. Cultural Artisan Market When: May 20, 2023: 10:00 am – 11:00 pm | May 21, 2023: 2:00 pm – 11:00 pm Where: Queens Marquee District Address:
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Asian Heritage Month
Embrace Diversity and Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with Vibrant Events and Activities

May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada, a time to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Asian Canadians to our country. Here in Halifax, plenty of events and activities are happening to mark the occasion. From cultural festivals to art exhibits to culinary experiences, there’s something for everyone
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East Coast Amusements are Back!

Dartmouth is the first location of the season for East Coast Amusements. This annual fair brings with it classic fair rides like the zipper, the tilt-a-whirl, the expo wheel and more. Get ready for cotton candy, foot-long hot dogs, games and giant stuffies! East Coast Amusements When: May 11-14, 2023
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ECMA Family Fun Fest

The ECMA Family Fun-Fest presented by Downtown Halifax Business Commission, is a family-friendly day event that will feature jugglers, bouncy castles, face paints, popcorn, activity tables and so much more! ECMA Family Fun Fest When: May 6th | 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm Where: Downtown Halifax- Argyle Street (Blowers to
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