What’s happening around our beautiful city? Enjoy our month-at-a-glance listing of ongoing events in November happening in Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Sackville, and beyond!
November is here – one of the finest months on the East Coast. Nature’s colours have shifted to beautiful muted tones and the snow usually is polite enough to hold off so we can enjoy the last of the Fall hikes, bike rides and outdoor activities. With the holidays just around the corner, there are also a huge amount of family-friendly events and markets galore. We have a full month ahead packed with parades, holiday festivities and fun.
Our month-at-a-glance highlights some of the family-friendly events in November and if you are looking for upcoming events, the Family Fun Halifax calendar is continually being updated with the latest news. Also, each Wednesday, we publish our ‘Weekend Roundup’ – family friendly Halifax events for the upcoming weekend. Happy November, everyone!
AfterWords Literary Festival | November 1-5 | FREE
📍Paul O’Reagan Hall, Halifax Central Library
The AfterWords Literary Festival brings together the best international, Canadian and Atlantic Canadian writers in Halifax every fall. Kids Day is November 1st with free activities at the library!
Remembrance Day at the Halifax Citadel | November 11 | FREE
📍Citadel Hill, Halifax
Commemorate Remembrance Day at The Halifax Citadel National Historic Site with FREE admission to both the site and the Army Museum. The 1st Field Artillery Regiment will fire a 21-gun salute at 11:00 am, followed by the noon gun.
Glow Gardens | November 19 – January 2
📍Halifax Exhibition Centre
Towering exhibits, interactive activities, and glowing playgrounds will delight the whole family at Glow Gardens, with this year’s theme being Enchanted Forest!
Halifax Holiday Parade of Lights | November 21 | FREE
📍Downtown Halifax
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 31st Annual Nova Scotia Power Holiday Parade of Lights on Saturday, November 21st.
Light Up Bedford Parade November 22 | FREE
📍Bedford
It’s the annual Light Up Bedford Parade. Don’t forget to look out for the Parade ‘Hot Spots’ – businesses or organizations along the parade route offering free drinks, snacks, parking, and/or washrooms.
Victorian Christmas at the Citadel November 21 & 22
📍Citadel Hill, Halifax
Head to the Halifax Citadel as the historic fort takes on a festive air with Victorian music, games, and, of course, Father Christmas. It’s the perfect way to capture some holiday magic to share with family and friends.
Remembrance Day
Coming Soon
Shop Local at Holiday Craft Fairs and Christmas Markets
Coming Soon
Christmas Tree Lighting Events
Coming Soon
But Wait… There’s More!
Love seeing the Family Fun Events in Halifax in November, 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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