This March Break, the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 is ready to take you and your family on an exploration of different cultures, right in the heart of Halifax. Thanks to donor generosity, you can enjoy a spectacular week of exploration and entertainment with family-friendly activities, food workshops, guided visits, and exhibitions—all without spending a dime! From March 14th to 22nd, you can explore the museum for FREE!
Food Workshops
When: Monday – Friday, March 16 – March 20, 2026
Time: TBD, Schedule coming soon
To add more fun to March Break, the museum will be hosting cultural food workshops Monday to Friday. These engaging workshops offer a fun and interactive way for families to explore new cuisines and cultures. Not only will you learn about recipes from local and international cultures, but you will be able to take home samples or a copy of the recipe learned that day. Cooking is a great sensory experience for kids of all ages and there are many benefits to cooking as a family. Spending time together in the kitchen is a way to stay connected, experiment with new flavours and have fun making a mess. Get ready to take your taste buds on a world tour.
Permanent and Temporary Exhibitions
Explore the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21’s two permanent exhibitions, The Pier 21 Story and The Canadian Immigration Story. While you’re at it, don’t miss the new Indigenous fused glass art intervention, Welcome to Turtle Island (December 2025 to December 2027)
Dig Into Your Family History
Ever wonder about your family’s journey to Canada? The Scotiabank Family History Centre is your chance to dig into your family history with help from one of their expert researchers and uncover the stories of your ancestors.
Additional Fun
With guided tours available every hour, a new scavenger hunt with counting, coding and search activities designed to have fun while learning 400+ years of immigration, along with other family-friendly crafts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The full schedule and sign up for workshops will be coming soon, visit their website for more information.
This March Break, make memories that last a lifetime and learn a thing or two about the diverse cultures that make up Canada. See you at the Museum!
March Break at the Canadian Museum of Immigration Pier 21
Dates: March 14 – 22, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
Address: 1055 Marginal Road, Halifax
Phone: 902-425-7770
Website: pier21.ca
