Things to do in Halifax: events, places and live shows. Ask anything in Halifax
Fri, Nov 6 – Sun, Nov 8 · 27 events, each with a page of its own:
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Christmas markets 2026
Christmas markets and craft fairs listed in Halifax, November through Christmas Eve. Each one has its own page.
Holiday lights, Christmas markets and winter festivals 2026
Light displays, Christmas markets, parades and winter festivals in Halifax. Dates, hours and which ones are for kids.
The weekend window
Everything in Halifax this weekend
27 things to do from Friday through Sunday night. See them all on this weekend.
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The shortlist, before the weekend starts
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Top places in Halifax
Ranked by what is on at each place, then by how much we can tell you about it.
- Museum & GalleryMaritime Museum of the AtlanticHalifaxThe Maritime Museum of the Atlantic collects and interprets Nova Scotia’s marine history. Visitors are introduced to the age of steamships, local…
- AttractionHalifax Citadel National Historic SiteHalifaxThe Halifax Citadel offers a view of Halifax Harbour and explores the social and military history of Halifax. Visit the Army Museum and learn about…
- AttractionThe Bus Stop Theatre Co-operativeHalifaxThe Bus Stop Theatre Co-op hosts theatrical productions and live music, with a flexible space for a gallery, workshop venue, film screening room and…
- Museum & GalleryArt Gallery of Nova ScotiaHalifaxThe Art Gallery of Nova Scotia holds over 19,000 works in its Permanent and Study Collections. The fully restored Maud Lewis House is on permanent…
- AttractionHarbour HopperHalifaxThe Harbour Hopper Tour covers Halifax by land and sea. It starts on the road, climbing the city's hilly streets to the top of Halifax Citadel…
- Museum & GalleryAfricville MuseumHalifaxAfricville Museum’s interactive walking tour pairs archival photography from the 1960s with the living memories of those who called Africville home…
- AttractionBella Rose Arts CentreHalifaxBella Rose Arts Centre showcases theatre, music, dance, and community events in a 600+ seat venue in Halifax. The Centre welcomes rental inquiries…
- Museum & GalleryMuseum of Natural HistoryHalifaxThe Museum of Natural History is responsible for the collecting and recording of artifacts of cultural significance to Nova Scotia as well as…
- Brewery & WineryGood Robot Brewing (Commons)HalifaxSeasonal beer garden on the Halifax Commons (Spring to Autumn) and year-round beer store. Partnered with Suzanne's Pizzeria for pizza, serves cold…
- Brewery & WineryHalifax Brewery MarketHalifaxA year-round Saturday farmers market in the historic Alexander Keith's building, open from 8am to 1pm. The member-run cooperative features over 65…
- Tours & ActivitiesSail HalifaxHalifaxSail Halifax’s private sailing charters on Halifax Harbour include a private yacht exclusively for your group, up to 10 guests, and flexible routes…
- RestaurantMysticHalifaxMystic offers two signature tasting menus, Fauna and Biota, with each eight-course progression inspired by Nova Scotia’s landscape and ingredients…
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Towns and communities
Each town page carries its own venues, its own events and the practical detail — where to eat, what is open, and what is on while you are there.
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