Summer fairs, festivals, parades and more! This weekend is packed full of memorable moments and sizzling summertime activities. Our top family, fun events are listed below in the Weekend Guide. But remember, events are always being added – check out our calendar for even more!
Keep reading for the weekend guide for July 17th to 19th.
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Musquodoboit Harbour Summer Fair | July 11 – 18 | FREE
📍Locations around Musquodoboit Harbour
The annual Musquodoboit Harbour Summer Fair is on from July 11 to 18, and it’s full of great family entertainment! The 75th Annual Summer Parade will take place on Saturday, July 18th.
Latinfax 2026 | July 15-18 | FREE
📍 Foundation Wharf, Halifax
Celebrate Latin culture on the Halifax Waterfront this summer. Enjoy free admission and discover Latin vendors, food, music and more at LatinFax 2026!
Halifax Pride Festival & Parade | July 16-26 | FREE Activities
📍 Downtown Halifax
This Halifax Pride Festival kicks off on July 16th with 10 days of celebrations, including family-friendly activities! The parade will start at noon on Saturday, and Family Day will take place at Garrison Grounds on Sunday from 1 to 4 PM.
AFRIFEST: African Festival of Arts and Culture | July 16-19 | FREE
📍Sackville Landing, Halifax Waterfront
The African Festival of Arts and Culture is an annual festival that showcases the unique cultural heritage and artistic works of people of African descent living in Nova Scotia.
Family Fun Days on Georges Island | July 17 | FREE
📍 Georges Island, Halifax Harbour
Fridays are for FUN! Visit Georges Island on Fridays throughout the summer, with bonus activities from 10 AM – 3 PM. Plus, with the Canada Strong Pass, admission to Georges Island is free! Ferry transportation rates still apply
Cineplex Family Favourites | July 18
📍Various Cineplex Locations
Cineplex Family Favourites are back this weekend – your favourite kid-friendly movies for only $3.99*. Curious George is on the big screen this Saturday morning.
Sackville Sunset Market | July 18 | FREE
📍 Acadia Park, Sackville
Children’s activities, multicultural performances, and a diverse array of local vendors and unique products will be waiting for you on a warm summer evening in Sackville.
Movie Night at the Chickenburger | July 18 | FREE
📍The Chickenburger, Bedford
The Chickenburger hosts “FREE Movie Night Under the Stars,” showing movies that are perfect for most ages. This week’s feature is 13 Going on 30.
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