Lace-up those skates… because the Emera Oval is open for the winter season! Head over to the Halifax Common in the heart of the city and get ready to enjoy the fresh winter air with an outdoor skate. The Emera Oval offers FREE public skating throughout the day, every day.
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From December 12th, 2025, to January 15, 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 Dates: December 12, 2025 – January 15,
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Come to Green Diamond Equipment in Bayer’s Lake for a fun-filled morning at their annual Kids Day celebration. There will be face painting, craft tables, and a visit from Santa! Kids Day at Green Diamond Equipment Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Venue: 270 Horseshoe Lake
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You’re invited to Bide-Awhile’s annual holiday Open House! There will be lots of fun, goodies from Pale Blue Dot Bakery, and of course, plenty of cute animals! Annual Bide Awhile Holiday Open House Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025 Time: 1:00 – 4:00 PM Venue: 67 Neptune Crescent, Dartmouth Facebook Post: www.facebook.com/BideAwhile

Visit Downtown Dartmouth for a holiday shopping party with carolers, FREE hot cocoa, and a visit from Santa! Dartmouth Carols and Cocoa Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Venue: Downtown Dartmouth Facebook Event: www.facebook.com/events Website: www.downtowndartmouth.ca/carolsandcocoa

DQ Canada has officially opened its first-ever urban concept store in North America at 1475 South Park St. in downtown Halifax. The store opened on November 12th, and the Grand Opening celebration is taking place on Saturday, December 6, featuring exclusive offers and perks for customers. DQ Grand Opening Date:
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The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is celebrating the season as part of downtown Halifax’s Evergreen Festival! Their FREE holiday weekends include craft making, exploring our oceans, and going aboard a ship. Festive Free Weekends at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic Dates: November 22/23 | November 29/30 | December
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As part of Shopping Under the Stars, check out this FREE family-friendly holiday circus show at Parklane Mall. Come see the sneaky and very flexible elves from inesS® Circus as they encounter Magical Flying Snowflakes. A spectacular aerial circus show that will certainly get you in the spirit of the
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! December is here, and it’s time to eat, drink, be merry, and check out all the festive events that are happening around HRM. Our month-at-a-glance highlights some of the family-friendly events in December, and if you are looking for upcoming events, the
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Have you ever cut down your own Christmas tree? Selecting your own special tree, measuring it, sawing it down, and lugging it back to the car makes for a great family tradition that the kids will always remember. Here is our list of the best places to pick your own
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