Past Events
Dartmouth Christmas Tree Lighting
Celebrate the holiday with activities and a performance, and then enjoy the annual tree lighting and fireworks over Sullivan’s Pond. Dartmouth Christmas Tree Lighting Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Time: 5:00 – 6:30 PM Venue: Sullivan’s Pond, Dartmouth Website: www.halifax.ca/td-lights-dartmouth
Have Yourself a Gothic Little Christmas
Check out the world of ‘unique’ and ‘one of a kind’ at the 10th annual ‘Have Yourself a Gothic Little Christmas’. This is a show inspired by Fairy Tale, Medieval, Steampunk, Gothic, Fantasy, Victorian, Mystic, Anime and Geek! There will be artisans from across the Maritimes. Shop local and join
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Fall River Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting
Join the Fall River and Area Business Association for their annual Christmas Tree Lighting. There will be lots going on to get you in the holiday spirit – live music, prizes, Santa, and more! Fall River Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting Date: November 22, 2025 Time: Parade Starts at 4:30
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Be Spooked at the Samhain Spooktacular
Get ready to be spooked at the Samhain Spooktacular – a FREE day of frights, fun, and creepy surprises! There will be children’s activities, games, candy and more! Samhain Spooktacular Date: November 1, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Venue: Dartmouth Arts Sanctuary Address: 100 Ochterloney St, Dartmouth Website:
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See the Lights Sparkle at the 2025 Halifax Christmas Tree Lighting
The 2025 Halifax Tree Lighting Ceremony is a Downtown Halifax family event you won’t want to miss. Santa and his Paw Patrol and Gabby’s Playhouse friends will be making an appearance to help light the tree. This is a FREE family event but FEED NOVA SCOTIA will be accepting non-perishable
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Seaside Christmas Along the Beautiful Eastern Shore
Follow the wreaths along the coastline and visit the 35+ crafters, carvers, bakers, and makers to find the perfect gifts for all the special people on your Christmas list. You can find a vendor map on the website. Seaside Christmas Date: November 14-16, 2025 Time: Each vendor differs, see the
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Celebrate the 30th Annual NS Power Holiday Parade of Lights
Kick off the holiday season with some great family fun… a parade and a visit from the Jolly ol’ Fella! Downtown Halifax will celebrate the 30th annual Nova Scotia Power Holiday Parade of Lights, presented by Eastlink and hosted by the Holiday Parade of Lights Society. Find the route details
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Remembrance Day at the Halifax Citadel
Commemorate Remembrance Day at The Halifax Citadel National Site where the 1st Field Artillery Regiment will fire a 21-gun salute at 11:00 am, followed by the noon gun. On Remembrance Day, The Halifax Citadel is open to the public, with FREE admission to both the site and the Army Museum.
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Light Up Bedford Parade
This year’s Light Up Bedford Parade is on Sunday, November 16th. It begins at 5:45, starting at DeWolfe park and travelling along the Bedford Highway to the last bridge at Bedford Place Mall. Light Up Bedford Parade Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025, Rain or Shine Time: 5:45 pm start at
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Community Trunk-or-Treat Events in HRM
Collecting candy and showing off Halloween costumes has always been associated with long walks, late nights and ringing doorbells. However, in recent years, a new approach to Halloween has emerged. Say hello to the trunk-or-treat event! These events are often organized by communities that wish to provide a safe, efficient,
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