September

Summer Fun Halifax
What’s On Your Summer Fun Bucket List? Find The Best Halifax Summer Events Here!

Sponsored by: the Museum of Natural History Summer is finally here, but it never lasts as long as we want! That’s why we have put together a Summer Fun Bucket List for you and your family to help you get the most out of these summer months. Make some memories
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Monsters of the Abyss
Journey through Time with Monsters of the Abyss at the Museum of Natural History

Visit the Museum of Natural History this summer and see the past and present collide in their newest exhibit, Monsters of the Abyss! Discover the biggest and most feared aquatic predators through time. Learn the history and ecology of these amazing prehistoric and modern-day creatures and discover why they were
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Ice Cream HRM (Family Fun Halifax)
The Best Places to Get Ice Cream in HRM!

I Scream! You Scream! We all Scream for Ice Cream! Nothing says summer like ice cream! You really can’t have one without the other. That’s why we have put together a list of some of the best places to grab an ice cream in HRM! We know this list will
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Summer Skating at the Halifax Commons Emera Oval

Head down to the Halifax Commons for fun summer skating at the Emera Oval. In-line/Roller Skate, Bike, Scooter, and Skateboard are welcome to whizz around the concrete track, which is 3 times the size of an NHL hockey rink! Free rentals are offered during operating hours. Check the website or
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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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Canadian Museum of Immigration Exhibits

Explore the connections between food and immigration in Canada through the universal experiences of eating, making, and sharing food. Eat Make Share: A Taste of Immigration Dates: Wednesday, May 10, 2025 – January 18, 2026 Time: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM, 7 days a week (May – October 31, 2025),
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Scotia Speedworld CARSTAR Weekly Racing Series

It’s affordable family fun – CARSTAR is back at Scotia Speedworld! The CARSTAR Weekly Racing Series, which runs from May through September, kicks off this year on May 17, 2025. From then on, you can watch different classes of race cars most Friday nights. Watch for special deals, such as
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Halifax Wanderers FC

Soccer Season kicks off for the Halifax Wanderers FC of the Canadian Premier League this spring. Check out the full 2025 season schedule here, and get ready to cheer them on! Opening home game – Saturday, April 19, 2025 Home games – May 3, 10, 24, June 14, 21, July
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Pumpkin patch
Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches near Halifax

As fall arrives in Halifax, with cooler weather and changing leaves, people start looking for pumpkin patches and corn mazes. Let’s take a look at the top spots in the area to enjoy these classic autumn activities and make some great memories, all with the inviting backdrop of the fall
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How to Observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Halifax

Though most businesses are closed to observe the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation this September 30th, there will be a few special events to celebrate Indigenous culture, amplify the voice of Indigenous artists and help us all pause and reflect on the impact and painful legacy of the Canadian
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