Past Events
Halifax Black Film Festival
The 10th Halifax Black Film Festival will be held from February 20 to 24, 2026, to celebrate Black cinema. A full film schedule will be available online. Halifax Black Film Festival Dates: February 20 – 24, 2026 Venue: Cineplex Park Lane Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/HalifaxBlackFilmFestival/
Family-Friendly January Events in Halifax
Welcome to 2026! Let’s look forward to a new chapter of family fun and making memories with the ones we love. Here is our month-at-a-glance, which highlights some of the family-friendly events in January. If you are looking for upcoming events, the Family Fun Halifax calendar is continually updated with
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Downtown Dartmouth Ice Festival
Head to Downtown Dartmouth to experience the annual Ice Festival – a heartwarming celebration of local talent. This all-ages fun day will include free activities and ice sculpture carvings. More events and details can be found on their website. Downtown Dartmouth Ice Festival Date: January 30, 2026 – February 1,
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Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day Events in Halifax
Happy New Year, Halifax! Check out our list of family-friendly New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day Events in Halifax, including family-friendly concerts, fireworks and levees. In addition to the events, Halifax Transit will offer free, extended service starting at 6 pm on New Year’s Eve. New Year’s Eve at
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Lighting Up HRM! The Best Christmas Lights in Halifax, Dartmouth and Beyond!
It’s that time of year again – we are ‘Lighting Up HRM’! From Halifax to Bedford, Fall River to Dartmouth and everywhere in between, these are the best Christmas lights in HRM. Hundreds of staples, thousands of tie wraps and millions of oohs and ahhs later, we are sharing the
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Better than Toys Experience Gift Guide
Traditionally, we think of Christmas gifts as brightly wrapped boxes adorned with tidy little bows that are stacked neatly under the tree. While it is true that unwrapping a new toy on Christmas can be pretty thrilling, it pales in comparison to the exhilaration felt when a child is presented
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Things to do for FREE in December
This time of year, pockets are feeling a little empty. But with winter break and time off from work, you’re spending more time with your family and want to make the most of the holiday season. Luckily, there are FREE events and activities that you can take part in around
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The PWHL Takeover Tour Comes to Halifax
A fresh, new hockey experience is coming to Halifax this winter, and you won’t want to miss this! The Professional Women’s Hockey League, PWHL, is coming to Halifax for two games only, as part of the PWHL Takeover Tour. On December 17th, catch Montreal Victoire at Toronto Sceptres, and on
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Japanese Holiday Market
The Japanese Holiday Market is a cultural pop-up featuring a variety of tasty treats, including bento boxes and traditional Japanese sweets. They will have vendors selling traditional and modern Japanese products, including calligraphy, pottery, jewellery, and more! Dalhousie Japanese Society will be hosting all-ages workshops with kids’ games, origami, and
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New Year’s Eve 2026 at the Grand Parade
It’s the biggest New Year’s Eve party in the city and this year’s annual party at the Grand Parade will be broadcasted on live television so you can celebrate with your family and friends, near and far! New Year’s Eve at the Grand Parade Date: December 31, 2025 Time: 11:00
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