September

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Movies for Mommies

Movies for Mommies is a chance to get out of the house and enjoy something fun. Taking place on alternating Tuesdays, these movies are made for moms and babies are welcome! You can expect an accommodating environment for babies, featuring amenities including bottle warming, change tables, samples, prizes, and more.
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Symphony Week With Symphony Nova Scotia

Symphony Nova Scotia kicks off their season with the 19th annual Symphony Week, full of free concerts for all ages, both online and throughout the region. Performances include many genres, from children’s music to orchestral concerts featuring the entire Symphony. Symphony Week Dates: September 19-27, 2026 Time: Various times Venue:
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The Prismatic Arts Festival

The Prismatic Arts Festival is a national, multidisciplinary arts festival that showcases and celebrates innovative work by Indigenous artists and artists of colour across Canada. Based in Halifax, Prismatic has been bringing audiences vibrant, boundary-pushing new works in theatre, dance, music, film, visual arts, media arts, and spoken word since
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Corn Mazes, Pumpkin Patches, and Sunflowers near Halifax

As fall arrives in Halifax, with cooler weather and changing leaves, people start looking for pumpkin patches and corn mazes. Here’s 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 season.
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The Halifax Colour Festival – A Vibrant Day Out for the Whole Family!

The annual Halifax Colour Festival is organized by Indian Festivals Club of Nova Scotia (IFCNS) and is one of Halifax’s most exciting cultural festivals. The first 200 attendees receive 1 free colour pouch! Kids under 12 are free. Halifax Colour Festival Date: September 5, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00
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Mahone Bay Scarecrow Festival

Watch the beautiful town of Mahone Bay come to life with over 250 handmade, life-size scarecrows. With pumpkin patches, kids’ activities, and more, this is the perfect event to celebrate the joys of this magical season. Mahone Bay Scarecrow Festival Dates: September 25 – October 12, 2026 Venue: Around Mahone
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Our Top 5 Supervised Beaches Around HRM!

Cool off with a dip in a lake or splash in the waves along the ocean! One of the perks of living in HRM is that no matter where you are, you’re not far from a beach. We’ve put together a list of popular supervised Halifax beaches for you to
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Atlantic International Film Festival

The Atlantic International Film Festival is a celebration of film and media from around the world. It’s a festival that turns Halifax into an international mecca for the arts, abuzz with film lovers and filmmakers alike. Your creative film-loving teen will love this; just be sure to keep an eye
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FREE Outdoor Movies at Queen’s Marque on the Halifax Waterfront This August and September

Park Video Entertainment, in partnership with Build Nova Scotia, is hosting a FREE Queen’s Marque outdoor movie series! Movies will take place on Monday nights throughout August and September. No tickets or registration required! Bring a chair, blanket, bug spray, and some snacks if you’d like. Outside food is welcome.
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FREE Outdoor Movies at Basin Cove Park This August and September

Park Video Entertainment, in partnership with Build Nova Scotia, is hosting a FREE Basin Cove Park outdoor movie series! Movies will take place on Friday nights throughout August and September. No tickets or registration required! Bring a chair, blanket, bug spray and some snacks if you’d like. Outside food is
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