Although school just started, we head right into a long weekend. With many workplaces, grocery stores, malls and most other retail stores closed, you will have the chance to slow down and put off your errands for another day. So if you have some extra time today and are looking for something to do with your family, check out this list of activities on Labour Day.

Visit an Exhibit or Use a Pass Before They Are Gone

September 7th is the final day for Dinosaur Explorations 2 at the Museum of Natural History, Mission: Astronaut at the Discovery Centre, and the last day to use the Canada Strong Pass at any National Historic Sites and Parks.


Explore a Local Trail or Park

Point Pleasant Park, Sir Sandford Fleming Park, Hemlock Ravine Park, Acadia Park, and Shubie Park all provide beautiful late-summer backdrops, trails to explore, and are always FREE! The Public Gardens are also open on Labour Day, where magnificent dahlias are on display!


Grab a Free Cheesy Lunch

The Armstrong Cheese Truck will be in the Garrison Grounds/Citadal Hill/Spring Garden Road area from 11 AM – 5 PM on Monday, September 7th, so stop by for a free cheesy snack!


Listen to Music at Sullivan’s Pond

The Sunday session of the Dartmouth Sunshine Series was postponed to Monday, September 7th. Beginning at 2 PM, there will be performances by Isabelle Foster and the Mellotones. Bring a lawn chair and a blanket and enjoy the live music.


Catch a Soccer Game

The Halifax Wanderers FC are in action on Labour Day, taking on Cavalry at 4 PM.


Bundle Up for a Movie Under the Stars

Outdoor movies run throughout September, weather permitting, and on Monday, September 7th, you can catch Napoleon Dynamite on the Halifax Waterfront, starting at 8 PM.