Spring is officially upon us in March, but May is the month when we can confidently pack away the snow pants and comfortably break out the shorts. May is always greeted with open arms as we celebrate the ‘unofficial’ kickoff to the summer – May long weekend! Seasonal Farmers Markets start to come alive, and of course, May is Mother’s Day – let’s celebrate all the Moms in our lives!
What’s happening around our beautiful city in May? Enjoy our month-at-a-glance listing of ongoing events in May for Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Sackville and beyond! If you are looking for more ideas, the Family Fun Halifax calendar is always being updated with the latest events. Also, each Wednesday, we publish our Weekend Roundup of family-friendly events for the upcoming weekend. Happy May, everyone!
🆓Jane’s Walk | May 1-3, 2026
Explore Halifax’s neighbourhoods with local guides conducting over a dozen walks. Participants will explore community art projects, historic buildings, lakeside trails and more.
🆓FREE Comic Book Day | May 2, 2026
Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at your local comic book store on Saturday, May 2, 2026, by getting FREE comics!
25th Annual Spring Hobby Show at Shearwater Aviation Museum | May 2-3, 2026
Shearwater Aviation Museum presents its annual spring hobby show, a favourite community event and a fundraiser to assist the museum with aircraft restoration and exhibit improvements.
Open City Halifax | May 9, 2026
Be sure to check out Open City Halifax on May 9th, because everyone is invited to this party! Discover what makes our city so special as you explore local businesses and locations.
Mother’s Day Guide | May 10, 2026
How will you celebrate Mother’s Day this year? Take a look at our Mother’s Day Guide for inspiration and ideas to celebrate the moms in your life!
The Medavie Blue Nose Marathon & Expo | May 15-17, 2026
The Medavie Blue Nose Marathon is May 16-17, 2026, and welcomes all ages and abilities to its world-class running event, which features six different runs. There will also be the Blue Nose Marathon Expo on May 15-16, 2026, for anyone interested in an active life.
Opening Weekend at Scotia Speedworld | May 16, 2026
Scotia Speedworld revs up for the season with its opening weekend beginning May 16th.
Downtown Dartmouth Food Crawl | May 21, 2026
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. From 5:30-8:00 PM or until sold out.
Check out some terrific spring activities you can do with your kids – all month long!
Mother’s Day Events
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?
Check out our Mother’s Day Guide here.
Summer Camp Guide
Summer camps are the perfect way to provide your kids with fun, activities and learning during their school break. Whether your kids are into sports or art, enrichment or exploration, the Family Fun Halifax 2026 Summer Camp Guide features our top picks for summer fun in Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, and beyond!
Check out our Summer Camp Guide here!
But Wait… There’s More!
Love seeing the Family Fun Events in Halifax in May, but want MORE? Keep tabs on everything happening in #YHZ with our calendar, and stay tuned to all the best local family events through our Facebook, Instagram and TikTok!
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