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Weekend Guide August 15-17 Halifax
Find the BEST Family-Friendly Activities in HRM with Our Weekend Guide (August 8-10)

The woods are off limits in the province, but there’s still lots of summer fun happening outdoors this weekend! Here are the top events happening around HRM this weekend in the Weekend Guide. But remember, this is just the tip of the iceberg – keep an eye on our calendar
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Lessons for Kids in Halifax
Lessons for Kids Guide

We know how much you love to give your kids every opportunity to find what they love to do, so we put together a list of some of the most highly anticipated lessons for your kids. Whether they are into sports or art, enrichment or exploration, we have some recommendations
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Birthday Party Guide (Family Fun Halifax)
Birthday Parties in HRM

Planning the best birthday parties is a pretty big deal. Birthdays are special days, especially when you are still in the years of counting the ‘halves’! If we forget to add that detail when telling someone the age of our child, we are quickly corrected, so we all know how
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Best markets
The Best Markets and Farmers Markets in Halifax

Fresh produce, handmade crafts, and one-of-a-kind vintage items … Halifax is home to so many incredible markets throughout the year. Some are seasonal, some are ongoing, and the majority are 100% local. We have created a master list of the best vendor markets happening across HRM this upcoming spring season.
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Little Learners at the Discovery Centre

The Little Learners program at the Discovery Centre, designed for kids 2-5, brings fun, hands-on learning to the youngest minds. Each session explores a different theme like science, coding, bugs and more! June 22: The Science of Colour, Puzzles, & Patterns Little Learners at the Discovery Centre Dates: Ongoing Time:
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Indigo Kids Events

We love books, and we love it when Indigo stores have special events! Check out Indigo Kids events for story times, crafts, make-and-takes, and more. Most events are free, but registration may be required. Occasionally, some events have a fee. Here’s what’s coming up. LEGO Father’s Day Kids’ Event Date:
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Family-Friendly Exhibitions in HRM
Family-Friendly Exhibitions in HRM

Halifax is home to world-class museums and art galleries that display local talent and welcome touring exhibitions from across the globe. Whether you are passing along your appreciation for the visual arts or hoping to teach your child about the world and all of its creatures, there are exhibitions for
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Professional Sports Teams Halifax
Professional Sports Teams in Halifax

Professional sports teams in Halifax, Nova Scotia, are a great source of entertainment for sports enthusiasts. Whether you are a fan of hockey, lacrosse, or soccer, teams represent the city in each of these sports. Here is a list of professional sports teams in Halifax and their 2025 – 2026
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Independent Bookstore Day
It’s Canadian Independent Bookstore Day! Find Bookstores in Halifax

Canadian Independent Bookstore Day is an annual event (on April 26, 2025, this year) that celebrates and supports independent bookstores across Canada. It’s a day to appreciate the unique character and charm that independent bookstores in Halifax bring to our larger community. It’s a day to celebrate the hard-working booksellers
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See a Movie for $3.99* at Cineplex Family Favourites

Cineplex knows how expensive it can be to take the whole family out to the movies. That’s why they created Cineplex Family Favourites – your favourite kid-friendly movies for only $3.99 (*in-theatre pricing, service fee applied in app and online). Catch them on Saturday mornings at select Cineplex Theatres. Upcoming
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