Suit up in your best costumes and join Dartmouth Crossing at The Pondside Amphitheatre (beside Tommy Hilfiger) for a witch meet and greet, touch and feel station, trick-or-treating at delicious candy stations, ghoulish games, and a special Hallowe’en Fireworks Show! All events are weather permitting. Happy Haunting Halloween Party at
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This mild fall has been one for the record books. Not only does it offer the chance to get outside and attend activities around HRM, but it also provides opportunities to explore Nova Scotia and take in the colourful sights of the season, thanks to the clear skies and roads.
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Celebrate local authors, publishers, and their recently published titles at this free, public event. The book fair will feature 67 Nova Scotian authors and 6 Nova Scotian publishers. Booktoberfest 2025 at Halifax Central Library Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Venue: Halifax Central Library, Paul O’Regan
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Get ready for family fun and great events this October! There are festivals, fall activities, and of course…lots of crazy fun events going on to celebrate Halloween. The East Coast boasts some of the best fall weather in the country so be sure to spend some time in the great
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FREE, fun events are coming to Foundation Wharf on the Halifax Waterfront this October, with Downtown Hali Hangouts. Events will take place over the first three Thursdays in October (October 2, 9, & 16) from 6-8 pm. Everyone is welcome to join these fun, community events this fall! October 2 –
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The largest LEGO fan event in Atlantic Canada is back again, and this time Halloween themed! Vendors, 100’s of tables of brick-builds, and more await brick enthusiasts of all ages. Tickets are required, and previous years have sold out, so act fast! Halloween BRICKSPLOSION 2025 Dates: October 25 & 26,
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Across Nova Scotia every October, Mi’kmaq History Month is celebrated, and community activities and events share and showcase Mi’kmaw history. This year’s theme is A’tukwemk aq A’tukowinu’k – Storytelling and Storytellers. Everyone is encouraged and welcome to participate. How to Participate in Mi’kmaq History Month Visit Mi’kmaw History Month’s website
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Come out to the Heritage Farm for a special end-of-season Farm Fest celebration in memory of Lloyd Eisener. Celebrating harvest traditions and activities, this free community event will honour a beloved Farm Friend and cherished member of the community. This year’s Farm Fest will feature all of his favourite things,
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Nocturne Halifax: Art at Night consists of a variety of art exhibitions and performances, staged across the galleries and public spaces of downtown Halifax and Dartmouth. It is totally FREE and designed and planned by faithful volunteers. Many exhibits are family-friendly. Nocturne: Art at Night When: October 16 – 19,
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Join the Friends of McNabs Island Society for our Fall Foliage Tours of McNabs Island. See the island in its autumn splendour and participate in guided heritage, nature, adventure or family tours. See their website for ticket prices. McNabs Island Fall Foliage Tours Date: Sunday, October 20, 2025 (rain date
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