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Weekend Guide June 13-15 Halifax
Find the BEST Family-Friendly Activities in HRM with Our Weekend Guide (June 13-15)

Weekend Guide Sponsored by Farmers’ Markets of Nova Scotia This weekend received a Grade F, but it’s not for failing, it’s for Father’s Day, Farmers’ Markets, and Food Festivals! Here are the top events happening this weekend in the Weekend Guide. But remember, this is just the tip of the
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Buy Back Weekend At Agricola Street Books

Bring up to 20 books (max) and receive store credit. You can leave your books behind and receive a gift card.  Donate the books they can’t use or stay and shop while they take a look at your books. Buy Back Weekend at Agricola Street Books Date: May 30 –
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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 2025! 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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Mother's Day Halifax
How to Celebrate Mother’s Day in Halifax

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to show your love and appreciation for the special woman in your life than by treating her to a day full of memorable experiences and quality time together? If you’re looking for inspiration on how to spend the day
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Halifax Crafters Society’s Spring Market

If you are looking for a unique gift or piece of art for your home, try the Halifax Crafters Spring Market! The Halifax Crafters Society is a community of local artists and crafters participating in two popular fairs every year: one in the spring and one before the Christmas holidays.
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Unicorn Theatre Presents Finding Nemo

The Unicorn Theatre in St. Margarets Bay grew from a drama camp held at the Shore Club in Hubbards in 1995. The theatre’s first production was Annie, performed in Hubbard in 1996. The Unicorn Theatre now performs out of the Bay Community Centre in St. Margarets Bay and offers a
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Bring Your Biggest Appetite to the Downtown Dartmouth Food Crawl

Discover new eateries or rediscover your old faves at the Spring Edition of Downtown Dartmouth Food Crawl. Some retail shops will also be hosting pop-up food vendors. So, grab your friends, your family, and most importantly, your stretchy pants! Downtown Dartmouth Food Crawl Date: May 22, 2025 Time: 5:30 –
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Open City Halifax (and Dartmouth!)

Get out and explore your city … Open City Halifax is back! On May 10, 2025, head out on the town to explore the many businesses and organizations that make our community so special, vibrant, exciting, and welcoming. Celebrate and support local in our communities! Open City Halifax When: Saturday, May
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Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon and Expo

The annual Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon has a variety of events for walkers and runners of all ages and fitness levels. There are six running events throughout the weekend, and from the 2 km Doctors Nova Scotia Youth Run to the 42.2 km full marathon, there is something that will
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Explore Halifax with Jane’s Walk

Explore Halifax’s neighbourhoods with local guides conducting over a dozen walks. Participants will explore community art projects, historic forts, lakeside trails and more. This is an annual free festival of free community-led walks and conversations inspired by Jane Jacobs, a Canadian journalist, author, theorist, and activist who influenced urban studies.
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