In partnership with Downtown Halifax, Halifax Dance will get you moving this summer with their Dancing Downtown series. Their Mini Movement classes are great for those aged 3+ Mini Movement Date: July 9th and 23rd, August 6th and 20th, 2024 Time: 10:00 – 10:30 am Where: Halifax Waterfront Website: https://www.hfxdance.ca/

A series of events are planned to honour and commemorate Emancipation Day on August 1. You can register in advance to guarantee your spot. Schedule: 9:50 am –  Halifax Citadel Historic Site: Emancipation Day Proclamation and Jamaican Maroons Commemoration with reception 1:30 pm – Canadian Museum of Immigration – Pier
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The Annual Hope For Wildlife Open House will be on Saturday, August 30th, with FREE admission, a barbecue, wildlife demonstrations, games and much more! This unique event welcomes the public to take a behind-the-scenes look at wildlife rehabilitation in Nova Scotia. Hope For Wildlife Open House When: Saturday, August 31,
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The Smithsonian’s travelling exhibit Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend is at The Museum of Natural History this summer! You don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn more about this mystical creature with first-hand accounts and scientific research. Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend Where: Museum of Natural History, Halifax Date:
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The largest LEGO fan event in Atlantic Canada is back again! Vendors, 100’s of tables of brick-builds, and more await brick enthusiasts of all ages. BRICKSPLOSION 2024 When: August 10, 2024 Time: 9 am – 5 pm Where: Mayflower Curling Club, Halifax Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/mayflower-curling-club/bricksplosion-2024 Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bricksplosion-2024

Immerse yourself in the aromas and tastes of India at the inaugural Flavors of India Food Festival. With a kid zone available, amazing food, and free entry, this event will have something for everyone! Flavors of India Food Festival When: August 17-18, 2024 – Cancelled for 2024 Time: All day
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Get ready for an exciting summer of live music and special events on the Dartmouth Waterfront! On weekends from June 23 – August 10, 2024, the Dartmouth Ferry Terminal Park boasts live entertainment. Check out their evolving weekly lineup here. Dartmouth Festival Series: Date: Weekends, June 23 – August 10,
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The Clam Harbour Beach Sandcastle Competition offers cash prizes for various sand sculpting categories, and an on-site bus shuttle service to transport people to and from the beach after the park opens at 9:00 am. Clam Harbour Beach Sandcastle Competition Date: Sunday, August 18, 2024 Time: Gates open at 9:00 am
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The Gottingen Street Festival is set to team up with the Halifax Mural Festival and Unity Charity for an exciting event on July 13, 2024. It promises to be a great day filled with newly unveiled murals, live music performances, local artisans, business deals, and more! Celebrate the great diversity
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The annual Northern Lights Lantern Festival is returning for the 21st year! Featuring live music, bouncy castles, face painting, free community BBQ (hotdogs, halal & veggie), lantern making and a fireworks finale, we sure are happy that this event is back! The 21st Northern Lights Lantern Festival Where: Merv Sullivan
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