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Family Friendly Events in Halifax – February
A new month is upon us, and the shortest month of the year has fun events for the whole family! February kicks off with Groundhog Day, and Shubie Sam is making his prediction of whether we can expect spring to arrive soon, or if winter will be sticking around for
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March Break Camp Guide: Keep Your Kids Active and Learning
Check back in 2027! Click here to be featured in the Family Fun Halifax March Break Camp Guide!
Nova Scotia Heritage Day Family Events
Each year, Nova Scotia Heritage Day honours notable Nova Scotians. This year, Nova Scotia Heritage Day is Monday, February 16th and will honour Joseph William Comeau. Throughout his life, he was a champion for the preservation and recognition of Acadian history and culture. If you’d like to know more about
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FREE Heritage Day Skate and Hot Chocolate!
Hosted by Iain Rankin, MLA for Timberlea-Prospect and Lena Metlege Diab, MP for Halifax-West, enjoy FREE hot chocolate, hot dogs, and face painting! Heritage Day Skate Date: February 16, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Venue: St. Margaret’s Centre, 12 Westwood Blvd., Upper Tantallon Facebook Post: www.facebook.com/photo
Celebrate Galentine’s or Valentine’s Day at Eastern Front Theatre
Whether you’re celebrating Galentine’s or Valentine’s Day, do it with Eastern Front Theatre. Galentine’s Movie Night on Feb. 13th will be 10 Things I Hate About You, and on Feb. 14th, enjoy the musical performance Resurrected Hearts Concert with nostalgic songs that got another chance. Galentine’s Day and Valentine’s Day
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Ways to Celebrate African Heritage Month With Your Family
The 2026 theme for African Heritage Month, “Strength in Unity – Moving Forward with Purpose, Prosperity, Power and Progress,” speaks to the collective power that emerges when African Nova Scotians and people of African descent come together with shared vision and intention. Here are some ideas on how to celebrate
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Candlelight Concerts: Classical Romance
Candlelight Concerts presents a special Valentine’s Day performance! Discover the music of Classical Romance at Joseph Strug Concert Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight. Ages 8+ Candlelight Concerts: Classical Romance Date: February 14, 2026 Times: 6:30 & 8:45 PM Venue: Joseph Strug Concert Hall, 1385 Seymore Street, Halifax Tickets: www.feverup.com/
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Notable Nova Scotians and How We Celebrate Them on Nova Scotia Heritage Day
Each year, Nova Scotia Heritage Day honours a notable Nova Scotian on the third Monday in February. The holiday has a “rolling” honouree that changes every year. Here is a list of the notable Nova Scotians and how we celebrated them on Nova Scotia Heritage Day. Scroll down for a
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Family Literacy Day Events
These Family Literacy Day Events aren’t just about reading; it’s about coming together as a family and exploring the wonders of the written word. Halifax is ready to make this day unforgettable for you and your little ones. This year, our city is hosting a variety of fun and educational
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Halifax RV Show
The Halifax RV Show allows you to see countless recreational vehicles all under one roof. No need to drive from RV dealer to RV dealer to shop around- you can get your family’s dream ride at the Halifax Exhibition Centre. Halifax RV Show & Sale Dates: January 22-25, 2026 Times:
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