August
The Dartmouth Comic Arts Festival
Do you have a comic-loving kid? If so, this is a must-see event for you. The Dartmouth Comic Arts Festival – DCAF is returning this summer to Alderney Landing on August 8th & 9th. DCAF Talks take place on Saturday at the Alderney Gate Library, and DCAF Shops is Sunday
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Embrace the Past at Memory Lane Heritage Village
Embrace local history and stroll back in time this summer at Memory Lane Heritage Village. Memory Lane Heritage Village is an award-winning living history museum that depicts coastal life in rural Nova Scotia during the 1940s, including life during and after the Second World War. Their 2026 summer season runs
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Grow Your Child’s Love of the Theatre With Shakespeare by the Sea Summer Camps
Is your young performer ready to take on Shakespeare? Halifax’s renowned Shakespeare by the Sea offers summer camps for young thespians at their Park Place Theatre, located on the edge of beautiful Point Pleasant Park in Halifax. For two weeks in August, theatre experts will guide kids between the ages
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Ready, Set, Paddle! Sackawa Canoe Club Summer Camps
There’s nothing like a summer spent on the water! Kids will have their best summer ever while staying active with outdoor fun at the Sackawa Canoe Club! They’ll spend their days learning the sport of kayaking and canoeing, with dryland training, activities, games, and more. Let them play outside, make
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Canadian Parents for French, Nova Scotia – Summer Camps
Canadian Parents for French (CPF), Nova Scotia Summer Camps are a great way to make new friends, have lots of fun, and reinforce language skills over the summer months. The camps offer exciting summertime adventures – while totally immersed in the French language. CPF offers camps in various parts of
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Amazing Halifax Summer Festivals You Won’t Want to Miss
Halifax comes alive again this summer with tons of exciting festivals for everyone. Whether you enjoy jazz or jugglers, parades or performers, or tasty eats, here are our top picks for family-friendly Halifax summer festivals you won’t want to miss! Ocean Week Halifax Dates: May 30 – June 7, 2026
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Dinosaur Exploration 2 at the Museum of Natural History
The newest exhibit is roaring into town this February! Visit the Museum of Natural History for Dinosaur Exploration 2 – a sequel to the hit 2024 exhibit, featuring some of your favourite dinosaurs! Dinosaur Exploration 2 Dates: February 7 – September 7, 2026 Time: 9:30 am – 4:30 PM Venue:
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Make a Splash: Discovering the Best Outdoor Pools in HRM!
Long sunny days and refreshing waters beckon us to dive into the summer excitement ahead. Whether you’re a water enthusiast, a family seeking quality time together, or simply someone who loves to bask in the sun’s warm embrace, HRM’s outdoor pools offer the perfect escape. So grab your towels, sunscreen,
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The Halifax Busker Festival
The Halifax Busker Festival is back for another summer! Electrifying performers will take to multiple stages during this festival for incredible international and local performances. A full schedule of events will be available on their website. The Halifax Busker Festival Dates: July 29 – August 3, 2026 Time: July 29,
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Explore for FREE with the Canada Strong Pass
The Canada Strong Pass is back for another summer! From June 19 to September 2026, enjoy FREE admission to national parks and historic sites, free or reduced admission to museums and art galleries, free and discounted travel with VIA Rail, and discounted overnight stays with Parks Canada! Canada Strong Pass
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